The conversion to recycled paper has proved to be a real rollercoaster ride for Manistique Papers. Once believed to be their salvation, rising raw material costs eventually forced the mill into bankruptcy. After several months of negotiations, the Watermill Group, owner of FutureMark, the nation‟s largest producer of 100 percent recycled coated paper, is set to inject success into the uncoated paper lines produced in Manistique.“It‟s nice to be here,” said Steve Silver, president of FutureMark. “This has turned out to be such a great story.”Silver said, with all of the negative information in the press lately about private equity funds being “bad”, this was an example of a success story.
Monday, June 11, 2012
Manistique-A Success Story
http://www.bankmbank.com/MediaLib/mbank/mBank/downloads/Manistique-Papers-officially-changes-hands-5-10-12.pdf
The conversion to recycled paper has proved to be a real rollercoaster ride for Manistique Papers. Once believed to be their salvation, rising raw material costs eventually forced the mill into bankruptcy. After several months of negotiations, the Watermill Group, owner of FutureMark, the nation‟s largest producer of 100 percent recycled coated paper, is set to inject success into the uncoated paper lines produced in Manistique.“It‟s nice to be here,” said Steve Silver, president of FutureMark. “This has turned out to be such a great story.”Silver said, with all of the negative information in the press lately about private equity funds being “bad”, this was an example of a success story.
The conversion to recycled paper has proved to be a real rollercoaster ride for Manistique Papers. Once believed to be their salvation, rising raw material costs eventually forced the mill into bankruptcy. After several months of negotiations, the Watermill Group, owner of FutureMark, the nation‟s largest producer of 100 percent recycled coated paper, is set to inject success into the uncoated paper lines produced in Manistique.“It‟s nice to be here,” said Steve Silver, president of FutureMark. “This has turned out to be such a great story.”Silver said, with all of the negative information in the press lately about private equity funds being “bad”, this was an example of a success story.
Catalyst Announces Update On CCAA Process
http://catalystpaper.com/media/news
Catalyst Paper today announced that a number of parties have expressed interest in participating in the court-approved sale and investor solicitation procedures (SISP). Potential bidders were required to submit certain information and an executed confidentiality agreement to Catalyst Paper by June 6, 2012. The material submitted will be considered when determining the parties that will move to the next stage of the SISP process. Parties proceeding to the next stage must submit a non-binding indication of interest by 5:00 pm (PST) on July 11, 2012.
Catalyst Paper today announced that a number of parties have expressed interest in participating in the court-approved sale and investor solicitation procedures (SISP). Potential bidders were required to submit certain information and an executed confidentiality agreement to Catalyst Paper by June 6, 2012. The material submitted will be considered when determining the parties that will move to the next stage of the SISP process. Parties proceeding to the next stage must submit a non-binding indication of interest by 5:00 pm (PST) on July 11, 2012.
Kruger Corner Brook Mill Possible Verge of Bankruptcy
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/story/2012/06/08/nl-jerome-kennedy-mill-future-608.html
Newfoundland and Labrador's natural resources minister warned Friday that Corner Brook Pulp and Paper is in such dire shape that it could shut down without a new deal with its unionized employees. "I can tell you, based on what we know, [that] Corner Brook and Pulp is on the verge of bankruptcy," Jerome Kennedy told reporters in St. John's Friday. Kruger Inc., which owns Corner Brook Pulp and Paper, has resumed negotiations with unionized workers, who just weeks ago narrowly rejected a proposal to restructure the unfunded liability of the company's pension plans.
Newfoundland and Labrador's natural resources minister warned Friday that Corner Brook Pulp and Paper is in such dire shape that it could shut down without a new deal with its unionized employees. "I can tell you, based on what we know, [that] Corner Brook and Pulp is on the verge of bankruptcy," Jerome Kennedy told reporters in St. John's Friday. Kruger Inc., which owns Corner Brook Pulp and Paper, has resumed negotiations with unionized workers, who just weeks ago narrowly rejected a proposal to restructure the unfunded liability of the company's pension plans.
Norske Skog To Take Downtime
Norske Skog is planning on taking downtime of its magazine and newspaper capicity in Europe by 10% in Q3.
Threat Of The Internet Forces Mags To Get Smarter
http://www.economist.com/node/21556635
“PRINT is dead” was a common refrain a couple of years ago. The costly print advertisements that kept magazines and newspapers alive were migrating to the web, where they earned only pennies on the dollar. To publishers, it felt as if a hurricane was flattening their business. But as the storm has cleared, a new publishing landscape has emerged.
“PRINT is dead” was a common refrain a couple of years ago. The costly print advertisements that kept magazines and newspapers alive were migrating to the web, where they earned only pennies on the dollar. To publishers, it felt as if a hurricane was flattening their business. But as the storm has cleared, a new publishing landscape has emerged.
Retail Catalogs Survive The Internet
http://www.cnbc.com/id/47482913/
Online spending may be increasing, but the venerable catalog is doing anything but fading away. In fact, it is still an important part of business for retailers. “It’s basically a marketing tool,” said retail analyst Eric Beder, a managing director at Brean Murray, Carret & Co. “The beauty of a catalog is that you don’t have to go online to see it, so you can use it anywhere.”
http://chiefmarketer.com/blog/catalog-lives-0
The Catalog Lives On
Online spending may be increasing, but the venerable catalog is doing anything but fading away. In fact, it is still an important part of business for retailers. “It’s basically a marketing tool,” said retail analyst Eric Beder, a managing director at Brean Murray, Carret & Co. “The beauty of a catalog is that you don’t have to go online to see it, so you can use it anywhere.”
http://chiefmarketer.com/blog/catalog-lives-0
The Catalog Lives On
RRD OHSA's Recertification To VPP Star Status
RR Donnelley Facilities Earn Recertification to OHSA’s VPP Star Status: R. R. Donnelley & Sons announced that its Senatobia, MS, and Lynchburg, VA, production facilities have been recertified as achieving Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) Star Status by OSHA. Star certifications, the highest that OSHA grants, are awarded only after organizations complete an application process and undergo a rigorous onsite evaluation that is conducted by a team of safety and health professionals.
USPS-Your Logo As A Stamp
http://www.mediabuyerplanner.com/entry/110100/your-logo-as-a-stamp-postal-service-launches-custom-indicia/#.T9Xag43niUU.twitter
In response to customer requests (and after nearly a year of beta testing), the U.S. Postal Service has launched of the Picture Permit Imprint Indicia program for commercial mailers. USPS claims the program provides new advertising opportunities for commercial mail customers by allowing them to use corporate logos, product visuals or other brand images in the permit indicia space on their mail.
In response to customer requests (and after nearly a year of beta testing), the U.S. Postal Service has launched of the Picture Permit Imprint Indicia program for commercial mailers. USPS claims the program provides new advertising opportunities for commercial mail customers by allowing them to use corporate logos, product visuals or other brand images in the permit indicia space on their mail.
House Approves GPO’s Funding for 2013
House of Representatives Approves GPO’s Funding Request for 2013: The House of Representatives approved the Fiscal Year 2013 Legislative Branch Appropriations bill on June 8, 2012. The bill includes funding for the U.S. Government Printing Office (GPO), which has been appropriated $122.5 million, representing a 3-percent reduction from GPO’s request submitted to the House in February.
Michael Robinson Named VP-Martha Stewart Omnimedia
http://www.dmnews.com/michael-robinson-named-vp-of-e-commerce-at-martha-stewart-omnimedia/article/245136/
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia has appointed Michael Robinson as its VP of e-commerce, said Jeanne Meyer, SVP of communications at the company. In December, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia announced a strategic partnership with JCPenney, Meyer said. Robinson's hire was a direct result of the partnership, she said.
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia has appointed Michael Robinson as its VP of e-commerce, said Jeanne Meyer, SVP of communications at the company. In December, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia announced a strategic partnership with JCPenney, Meyer said. Robinson's hire was a direct result of the partnership, she said.
Waterhouse Named CEO-McGraw-Hill Education
Waterhouse named CEO of McGraw-Hill Education:
McGraw-Hill Cos. has named Lloyd G. “Buzz” Waterhouse as president-CEO of McGraw-Hill Education, a new position. He will start in the role on June 14.
McGraw-Hill Cos. has named Lloyd G. “Buzz” Waterhouse as president-CEO of McGraw-Hill Education, a new position. He will start in the role on June 14.
German RCP Prices Decline
http://www.euwid-paper.com/news/singlenews/Artikel/prices-for-lower-recovered-paper-grades-in-germany-heading-south.html
Although container availability has improved recently, recovered paper exports to Asia are still sluggish, keeping prices on many domestic markets in Europe under pressure.The German recovered paper market has seen another decline in prices for ordinary grades in June. Prices remained under pressure due to sluggish deep sea exports to Asia and slow demand from buyers on the domestic market. Market insiders report that collection is relatively good with a number of regions reporting lower collection volumes.
Although container availability has improved recently, recovered paper exports to Asia are still sluggish, keeping prices on many domestic markets in Europe under pressure.The German recovered paper market has seen another decline in prices for ordinary grades in June. Prices remained under pressure due to sluggish deep sea exports to Asia and slow demand from buyers on the domestic market. Market insiders report that collection is relatively good with a number of regions reporting lower collection volumes.
Friday, June 8, 2012
Verso Mill Requires Several Months to Repair
http://www.4-traders.com/VERSO-PAPER-CORP-3023920/news/Verso-Paper-Corp-Comments-on-Explosion-and-Fire-at-Sartell-Mill-14361743/
http://www.piworld.com/article/verso-paper-updates-status-sartell-mill-following-explosion-fire/1
Verso paper announced today that it has completed a preliminary assessment of the damage resulting from the recent explosion and fire at its paper mill in Sartell, Minnesota. The incident at the Sartell mill on May 28, 2012, which claimed the life of one Verso employee and injured four others, caused substantial damage to the mill's paper warehouse and important infrastructure including the electrical system. While a visual inspection of the mill's paper machine indicates that it was not damaged, the operability of the paper machine has not yet been confirmed. Based on the preliminary damage assessment, Verso has concluded that a period of several months would be required to complete the necessary repairs to the mill. Verso intends to continue the damage assessment and will make a decision on the mill's future once the assessment is completed.
Verso paper announced today that it has completed a preliminary assessment of the damage resulting from the recent explosion and fire at its paper mill in Sartell, Minnesota. The incident at the Sartell mill on May 28, 2012, which claimed the life of one Verso employee and injured four others, caused substantial damage to the mill's paper warehouse and important infrastructure including the electrical system. While a visual inspection of the mill's paper machine indicates that it was not damaged, the operability of the paper machine has not yet been confirmed. Based on the preliminary damage assessment, Verso has concluded that a period of several months would be required to complete the necessary repairs to the mill. Verso intends to continue the damage assessment and will make a decision on the mill's future once the assessment is completed.
QR Code Adoption by Merchants Booms
http://2d-code.co.uk/merchants-qr-code-usage-2012/
Multichannel Merchant’s recent ecommerce digital strategies survey (Outlook 2012-13: Ecommerce) has found that the number of merchants using QR Codes has increased to 47% from only 8% a year ago, 63.2% are using QR Codes in their print catalogs, 47.4% are using them in postcards and/or other non-catalog mail pieces and 40.4% are using them as part of their marketing collateral e.g. signs, bags, etc. The report suggests that the dramatic increase in merchants use of QR Codes may be due in part to last years USPS promotion offering commercial mailers an upfront 3% discount on mail which included a QR Code inside or on the mailpieces.
http://www.marketingcharts.com/direct/qr-code-adoption-by-merchants-booms-22306/?utm_campaign=rssfeed&utm_source=mc&utm_medium=textlink&sf4568737=1
http://barcode.com/20120604914/qr-codes-in-catalogues-how-retailers-are-pulling-prospects-off-the-page.html
QR Codes in Catalogues: How Retailers are Pulling Prospects Off the Page
Multichannel Merchant’s recent ecommerce digital strategies survey (Outlook 2012-13: Ecommerce) has found that the number of merchants using QR Codes has increased to 47% from only 8% a year ago, 63.2% are using QR Codes in their print catalogs, 47.4% are using them in postcards and/or other non-catalog mail pieces and 40.4% are using them as part of their marketing collateral e.g. signs, bags, etc. The report suggests that the dramatic increase in merchants use of QR Codes may be due in part to last years USPS promotion offering commercial mailers an upfront 3% discount on mail which included a QR Code inside or on the mailpieces.
http://www.marketingcharts.com/direct/qr-code-adoption-by-merchants-booms-22306/?utm_campaign=rssfeed&utm_source=mc&utm_medium=textlink&sf4568737=1
http://barcode.com/20120604914/qr-codes-in-catalogues-how-retailers-are-pulling-prospects-off-the-page.html
QR Codes in Catalogues: How Retailers are Pulling Prospects Off the Page
Cenveo's Relationship with Thompson Media
Cenveo Announces Relationship with Thompson Media Group: Cenveo Inc. announced today that it has been retained by Thompson Media Group to manage their content, print and fulfillment production needs and provide state-of-the-art mobile applications to Thompson Media Group customers. The contract with Cenveo goes into effect immediately and a transition will occur to support, refine an1d replace the current print fulfillment / pick and pack process.
http://www.piworld.com/article/cenveo-contracted-thompson-media-biochemistry-molecular-biology-society/
http://www.piworld.com/article/cenveo-contracted-thompson-media-biochemistry-molecular-biology-society/
Paper Strikes Back
http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/06/01/environment-paper-idUSL1E8GVJVY20120601
Crumple it, drench it, lock it in a hot attic or a damp cellar but paper can come back to life. It is doing so now, after taking a battering from environmentalists, the Internet and a glum economy. Paper partisans are pushing back, defending greenbacks as preferable to dollar coins, physical mail as hacker-proof and turning-page books as more permanent than digital formats.
Crumple it, drench it, lock it in a hot attic or a damp cellar but paper can come back to life. It is doing so now, after taking a battering from environmentalists, the Internet and a glum economy. Paper partisans are pushing back, defending greenbacks as preferable to dollar coins, physical mail as hacker-proof and turning-page books as more permanent than digital formats.
Newspaper Ad Revenue Declines
Newspaper ad revenue declines again:
Overall newspaper advertising revenue declined in the first quarter to $5.18 billion, a drop of 6.86% compared with the year-earlier period, according to the Newspaper Association of America.
Overall newspaper advertising revenue declined in the first quarter to $5.18 billion, a drop of 6.86% compared with the year-earlier period, according to the Newspaper Association of America.
Thursday, June 7, 2012
MPA President/CEO Nina Link Stepping Down
MPA President and CEO Nina Link Stepping Down End of 2012: The MPA announced today that its president and CEO, Nina Link, will be stepping down at the end of the year. Link has held the position for 13 years, longer than any MPA president in the organization's 93-year history.
http://www.foliomag.com/2012/nina-link-discusses-her-departure-mpa
Nina Link discusses her departure from MPA, says association is in “execution stage” of a rebranding, reorganization.
http://www.foliomag.com/2012/nina-link-discusses-her-departure-mpa
Nina Link discusses her departure from MPA, says association is in “execution stage” of a rebranding, reorganization.
Transcontinental Income Declines, Revenues Increase
Transcontinental Posts Income Declines, Revenues Increase: Transcontinental Inc. increased its revenues by 6 percent in the second quarter, from $498.7 million to $529.4 million, driven primarily by the acquisition of Quad/Graphics Canada, as well as numerous acquisitions.
Outlook for Global RCP Markets
Outlook for Global Recovered Paper Markets: World recovered paper demand has grown by around 70 million tonnes (45%) in the last ten years (2001-11). Asian demand represents the majority of this growth, increasing by about 60 million tonnes. China alone registered a 260% recovered paper demand growth, fuelled by its fast growing paper and board demand, especially on the recycled paper and board side.
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