Europe's pulp and paper producers faced persistent headwinds in the first quarter of 2026, with geopolitical tension, rising energy costs and logistics pressure shaping a market that matters to food and beverage procurement.

Global sack kraft supply-demand dynamics are adjusting, with tight supply, mill closures and rising costs reshaping a market that matters to food and beverage procurement teams.

A surplus in bleached softwood kraft (BSK) pulp has driven US prices down by $20 per tonne, while bleached hardwood kraft (BHK) prices rose by $50 per tonne.

Tissue jumbo roll prices continued their upward trend in Europe during May, driven by rising input costs. Virgin fiber-based rolls increased by €20-30 per tonne, with similar hikes seen for recycled grades.

Recent Middle Eastern tensions and a sharp drop in traffic through the Strait of Hormuz could present a major opportunity for Russian pulp producers.

Recovered paper prices for old corrugated containers (OCC) and new double-lined kraft cuttings (DLK) increased in May, driven by strong domestic and export demand, coupled with persistent trucking slowdowns.

Since January 1, 2026, around 40% of European pulp mills have been excluded from the EU Emissions Trading System, ending nearly two decades of surplus allowance income. Carbon capture and storage is emerging as a potential replacement.

Confused by pulp pricing terminology? This guide defines the 5 major pulp price types, from list price to spot price, to help you navigate negotiations.

The forest industry is shifting its focus to valorizing side streams, advancing fiber-based packaging, and fostering strong collaborations to unlock new potential and meet growing consumer demands.

The Montréal Wood Convention 2026 revealed a North American wood products market at a turning point, with supply rationalizing and demand recovery pushed to 2027.