Paper & Pulp Mills
Kruger to detail $700-million revitalization plan for Corner Brook Pulp and Paper. Kruger has called a news conference to lay out details of the roughly $700-million modernization initiative proposed last year for its Corner Brook, Newfoundland mill, which employs about 300 people; the plan spans paper mill upgrades, a new pulp storage facility, site infrastructure improvements and chip handling equipment. NL Hydro recently extended its power purchase agreement with the mill through June 2027, giving the province time to evaluate the proposal. Source: VOCM
Rebox names Kyle Otting chief executive officer. Rebox, North America's largest distributor of pre-owned corrugated boxes with more than 35 distribution centers across the U.S. and Canada, appointed Kyle Otting as CEO effective July 8, succeeding co-founder Mark Young, who moves to the board. Otting previously held leadership roles at IFCO Systems, CHEP USA, 48forty Solutions and PLA Solutions. Source: PaperAge
Wood Pellets
WPAC names Drax Smithers supervisor its latest Safety Hero. The Wood Pellet Association of Canada recognized Kevin Storie, operational supervisor at the Drax pellet plant in Smithers, B.C., for his hands-on commitment to safety and continuous improvement, highlighting the industry's ongoing safety-culture push at Canadian pellet operations. Source: WPAC