Sappi increases prices for its LWC and MWC grades prices by 6-8% from July 1st 2018 for all markets due to continued cost increases and strong demand. This follows previous announcements made for its woodfree coated and woodfree uncoated grades.
https://www.sappi.com/sappi-increase-lwc-and-mwc-grade-prices
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