Solenis to Increase Prices Across All Product Lines in the Americas

Following the rockslide and subsequent production stop at Saugbrugs PM6 (paper machine 6) in April this year, Norske Skog has decided to restart production at the previously idled PM5. The restart of PM5 allows Norske Skog to continue supplying SC magazine paper to its customers and keep its market position. “The decision to restart production at PM5 is important to maintain Saugbrugs as a preferred supplier of SC paper in Europe, while the restoration work is ongoing at the PM6 plant,” says Per Ivar Berg, Managing Director at Norske Skog Saugbrugs. The business interruption at PM6 is covered by insurance. Cash flows relating to the restart and production from PM5 will be netted against the insurance coverage, thus the financial impact for Norske Skog Saugbrugs will be largely neutral. Prior to being idled in late 2020, PM5 had a production capacity of up to 100 000 tonnes of SC magazine paper. Saugbrugs PM6 has a capacity of 260 000 tonnes SC magazine paper. Operations at Saugbrugs PM4 continue with its capacity of 100 000 tonnes of SC paper.

Please note that our Standard 45g Newsprint price will increase by $20/MT for shipments on or after January 1st, 2021, and will increase by an additional $20/MT for shipments on or after February 1st, 2021. Prices for all other basis weights and uncoated mechanical publishing grades will be adjusted accordingly.

The 2021 Sustainability Report brings our goals to the forefront. This year, Sappi North America has aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals that were most relevant to our work. We continue to meet these targets by reducing our water consumption, increasing our renewable energy usage, and minimizing our carbon footprint. Our sustainability practice also includes giving our employees the tools to advance their careers and become leaders in their fields. We hope you’ll see how important it is that we not only care for the planet and our people, but also create lasting prosperity.