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Global demand for wood products is expected to increase by 49% by 2050* and hardwood pulp—used to make basic consumer goods like tissue products—is one of the fastest growing sectors. Latin America’s dominance in growing global hardwood pulp markets reached new heights this year following major capacity additions in Brazil and Uruguay. In late-July, Brazilian pulp giant Suzano started operations at its new eucalyptus pulp mill in Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. Suzano’s new 2.25 million ton pulp mill is the world’s largest single production line. This follows close behind the start of operations at UPM’s new 2.1 million ton eucalyptus pulp mill Paso de los Toros in the second half of 2023. These state of the art mills together with Latin America’s productive timberland base and highly developed forest sector have supported the region’s rise to become the global low-cost producer of hardwood pulp and major supplier to markets worldwide. Between 2010 and 2024, Latin America’s hardwood pulp capacity more than doubled and market share CAGR was 2.5% over the same period. Sustainably managed eucalyptus plantations in the region will be critical to meet growing demand for the woodfiber used to make hardwood pulp. Nuveen Natural Capital’s certified eucalyptus investments in Brazil and Uruguay are a core part of our global timberland strategy, giving investors exposure to these expanding markets and providing sustainable inputs to production in an environmentally friendly and socially responsible way. Learn more about our timberland investment capabilities and teams in Latin America: https://bit.ly/3XdD8j4 * U.N. FAO, 2024

Global demand for wood products is expected to increase by 49% by 2050* and hardwood pulp—used to make basic consumer goods like tissue products—is one of the fastest growing sectors. Latin America’s dominance in growing global hardwood pulp markets reached new heights this year following major capacity additions in Brazil and Uruguay. In late-July, Brazilian pulp giant Suzano started operations at its new eucalyptus pulp mill in Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. Suzano’s new 2.25 million ton pulp mill is the world’s largest single production line. This follows close behind the start of operations at UPM’s new 2.1 million ton eucalyptus pulp mill Paso de los Toros in the second half of 2023. These state of the art mills together with Latin America’s productive timberland base and highly developed forest sector have supported the region’s rise to become the global low-cost producer of hardwood pulp and major supplier to markets worldwide. Between 2010 and 2024, Latin America’s hardwood pulp capacity more than doubled and market share CAGR was 2.5% over the same period. Sustainably managed eucalyptus plantations in the region will be critical to meet growing demand for the woodfiber used to make hardwood pulp. Nuveen Natural Capital’s certified eucalyptus investments in Brazil and Uruguay are a core part of our global timberland strategy, giving investors exposure to these expanding markets and providing sustainable inputs to production in an environmentally friendly and socially responsible way. Learn more about our timberland investment capabilities and teams in Latin America: https://bit.ly/47hoOKY * U.N. FAO, 2024

Global demand for wood products is expected to increase by 49% by 2050* and hardwood pulp—used to make basic consumer goods like tissue products—is one of the fastest growing sectors. Latin America’s dominance in growing global hardwood pulp markets reached new heights this year following major capacity additions in Brazil and Uruguay. In late-July, Brazilian pulp giant Suzano started operations at its new eucalyptus pulp mill in Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. Suzano’s new 2.25 million ton pulp mill is the world’s largest single production line. This follows close behind the start of operations at UPM’s new 2.1 million ton eucalyptus pulp mill Paso de los Toros in the second half of 2023. These state of the art mills together with Latin America’s productive timberland base and highly developed forest sector have supported the region’s rise to become the global low-cost producer of hardwood pulp and major supplier to markets worldwide. Between 2010 and 2024, Latin America’s hardwood pulp capacity more than doubled and market share CAGR was 2.5% over the same period. Sustainably managed eucalyptus plantations in the region will be critical to meet growing demand for the woodfiber used to make hardwood pulp. Nuveen Natural Capital’s certified eucalyptus investments in Brazil and Uruguay are a core part of our global timberland strategy, giving investors exposure to these expanding markets and providing sustainable inputs to production in an environmentally friendly and socially responsible way. Learn more about our timberland investment capabilities and teams in Latin America: https://bit.ly/4eefs5f * U.N. FAO, 2024

Global demand for wood products is expected to increase by 49% by 2050* and hardwood pulp—used to make basic consumer goods like tissue products—is one of the fastest growing sectors. Latin America’s dominance in growing global hardwood pulp markets reached new heights this year following major capacity additions in Brazil and Uruguay. In late-July, Brazilian pulp giant Suzano started operations at its new eucalyptus pulp mill in Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. Suzano’s new 2.25 million ton pulp mill is the world’s largest single production line. This follows close behind the start of operations at UPM’s new 2.1 million ton eucalyptus pulp mill Paso de los Toros in the second half of 2023. These state of the art mills together with Latin America’s productive timberland base and highly developed forest sector have supported the region’s rise to become the global low-cost producer of hardwood pulp and major supplier to markets worldwide. Between 2010 and 2024, Latin America’s hardwood pulp capacity more than doubled and market share CAGR was 2.5% over the same period. Sustainably managed eucalyptus plantations in the region will be critical to meet growing demand for the woodfiber used to make hardwood pulp. Nuveen Natural Capital’s certified eucalyptus investments in Brazil and Uruguay are a core part of our global timberland strategy, giving investors exposure to these expanding markets and providing sustainable inputs to production in an environmentally friendly and socially responsible way. Learn more about our timberland investment capabilities and teams in Latin America: https://bit.ly/4cS4NvJ * U.N. FAO, 2024

𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝐖𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐏𝐮𝐥𝐩 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 (𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒-𝟐𝟎𝟑𝟐) The global wood pulp market size reached US$ 169.5 Billion in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 220.2 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 2.82% during 2024-2032. The report provides a detailed analysis of competitors and regions, offering insights into the industry's landscape. It breaks down various segments, giving a clear view of how each part contributes to the overall market. By examining these segments, the report helps identify trends and patterns that may affect future strategies and planning. 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐛 𝐚 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐃𝐅: https://lnkd.in/gFt6MMPF 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐃𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐬: ● 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝: The wood pulp market is experiencing steady growth due to rising demand from various end-use industries, including paper and packaging, tissue paper, disposable diapers, and rayon fiber. As global population and economic activity increase, the demand for wood pulp is expected to remain strong. ● 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐅𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬: Environmental concerns are driving a shift towards sustainable forest management practices and the use of recycled pulp. This trend is influencing the wood pulp market, with a focus on producing pulp in an environmentally responsible manner. ● 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: Technological advancements are improving the efficiency and sustainability of pulp production processes. This is contributing to the market's growth and helping to address environmental concerns. 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐏𝐮𝐥𝐩 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲: April Group (RGE Pte Ltd) ARAUCO Canfor Corporation Metsä Group Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd. Co. Ltd OJI HOLDINGS CORPORATION Sappi Limited Södra Sonoco Products Company Stora Enso Oyj Suzano Papel e Celulose UPM-Kymmene Oyj Westrock Company, Inc. 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭: https://lnkd.in/gBYhsg6B #woodpulp #pulpindustry #marketreport #marketforecast #marketgrowth #businessinsights #industryanalysis #marketoutlook #growthprojections #marketstatistics #competitiveanalysis #trendanalysis #marketinsights #imarcgroup

Bamboo Pulp Extraction Process and Its Significance in Manufacturing Bamboo pulp extraction is a vital process in producing bamboo-based products, especially in the paper and packaging industries. Bamboo’s rapid growth makes it an excellent alternative to traditional wood sources for pulp production. The Bamboo Pulp Extraction Process: 1. Harvesting: Bamboo is harvested at maturity (3-5 years) for optimal fiber quality.     2. Preparation: The bamboo is cut into manageable lengths and cleaned to remove impurities. 3. Chipping: Cleaned bamboo is chipped into smaller pieces to increase surface area for processing. 4. Chemical Treatment:    - Alkaline Pulping: Chips are treated with an alkaline solution to break down lignin and hemicellulose, separating cellulose fibers.    - Silicon Removal: New technologies help remove silica that can affect pulp quality. 5. Cooking: Treated chips are cooked under controlled conditions to further break them down into pulp. 6. Washing and Bleaching: The pulp is washed to remove residual chemicals, and bleaching may be applied for desired whiteness. 7. Refining and Drying: The washed pulp is refined and dried, ready for manufacturing.  Significance of Bamboo Pulp Extraction: - Sustainability: Bamboo is renewable and can be harvested without depleting forests, promoting eco-friendly practices.    - Economic Benefits: The industry supports local economies by creating jobs in harvesting and processing. - Environmental Impact: Bamboo pulp production has a lower carbon footprint compared to traditional wood pulp. - Versatility: Extracted bamboo pulp can be used for various products, including high-quality paper, tissue, packaging materials, and biodegradable tableware. Bamboo pulp extraction not only meets the growing demand for eco-friendly products but also supports sustainable manufacturing practices that benefit both the environment and local communities. #BambooPulpExtraction #SustainableManufacturing #EcoFriendlyPractices #BambooFiber #BiodegradableProducts #RenewableResource #LowerCarbonFootprint

Paper can be produced from various non-tree sources. Here are some notable alternatives: 1 Bamboo: Bamboo grows quickly and is a sustainable source of fiber for paper production. It is durable and has a short harvesting cycle. 2 Hemp: Hemp fibers are strong and versatile. Hemp paper is more durable and can be recycled more times than wood-based paper. 3 Kenaf: Kenaf is a fibrous plant related to hibiscus. Its fibers are similar to those of wood and are suitable for making paper. 4 Agricultural Residues: Waste products from agriculture, such as straw from wheat, rice, or barley, can be used to make paper. These residues are often abundant and otherwise underutilized. 5 Bagasse: The fibrous residue left after extracting juice from sugarcane, bagasse is an excellent raw material for paper production. 6 Cotton Linters: The short fibers left on cottonseed after the longer fibers are removed for textile production can be used to make high-quality paper. 7 Recycled Materials: Paper can be produced from recycled paper products, reducing the need for fresh raw materials and minimizing waste. 8 Grass and Other Fast-Growing Plants: Certain fast-growing grasses and plants like miscanthus can be cultivated specifically for paper production. These alternatives provide eco-friendly options and help reduce reliance on traditional wood pulp from trees, contributing to more sustainable paper production practices. #letssavetrees #sustainability #glinax

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘂𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗣𝘂𝗹𝗽 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰-𝟮𝟬𝟯𝟭. 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 The research report provides a comprehensive overview of the Cellulose Pulp industry chain, detailing the market status in Cellulose Fibers (Wood Pulp, Cotton Linters) and Cellulose Ethers (Wood Pulp, Cotton Linters), alongside key enterprises in both developed and developing markets. It examines cutting-edge technology, patents, hot applications, and market trends within the Cellulose Pulp sector. Regionally, North America and Europe are experiencing steady growth driven by government initiatives and increasing consumer awareness, while Asia-Pacific, particularly China, leads the global market with robust domestic demand, supportive policies, and a strong manufacturing base. The Cellulose Pulp market is segmented by Type and Application, with accurate forecasts for consumption value by Type and Application in terms of volume and value from 2024 to 2031. 𝗧𝗼 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘂𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗣𝘂𝗹𝗽 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁. 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗗𝗙: https://lnkd.in/dwShr9q5 *𝗕𝘆 𝗧𝘆𝗽𝗲: Wood Pulp, Cotton Linters, Bamboo Pulp *𝗕𝘆 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Cellulose Fibers, Cellulose Ethers, Cellulose Esters, Others *𝗕𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, Middle East & Africa *𝗕𝘆 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀: Rayonier, Bracell, Tembec, Lenzing Group, PHOENIX PULP and PAPER PCL, Nippon Paper Industries USA, Sun Paper, Yueyang Forest ＆ Paper Co., Ltd., Fujian Qingshan Paper Industry Co., Ltd., Yanbian Shixian Bailu Papermaking Co., Ltd., Nanping Paper Mill, Sappi, Neucel Specialty Cellulose #cellulosepulp #pulpandpaper #biomaterials #sustainablematerials #renewableresources #papermaking #biodegradable #cellulose #sustainability #packaging #eco-friendly #recycling #forestry #paperproducts #greenmaterials #environmentalfriendly #sustainablepackaging #fibertechnology #papermills #paperindustry #woodpulp #textilefibers #bioplastics #environmentalsustainability #industrialmaterials #renewableenergy #forestproducts #sustainableliving #naturalresources #manufacturing

We old folks who have chosen to remain in the PNW forest products industry have been adaptable. For a long time we were harvesting, milling and transportation cost-focused, taking the quality of our timber supplies and our end use customers for granted. But, after it became obvious that our high-quality, private timber supplies were exhaustible (as evidenced by their rapidly escalating prices), we added value recovery to our considerations. More recently, we were forced to adapt to new timberland investors and their more intense focus upon financial (versus biological) considerations. Many of the best end use customers we took for granted have disappeared, either as a result of new substitutes (electronic substitutes for paper, recycled paper substitutes for virgin chips, OSB substitutes for plywood, composite substitutes for wooden decking, etc.) or they have moved to new sources of supply (Southern Hemisphere eucalyptus, Southern pines, Midwest aspen, etc.). As our end use market options have been diminished we have redirected our attention to the more cost-efficient production of a few, familiar commodities that remain in great demand. Automation, scale economies and incremental process efficiency improvements have become our central considerations. What’s our next adaptation requirement? A credible, global carbon market price looms large. Dematerialization, recycling and new substitute products continue to loom large. Completely new value chains, in some cases for completely new customers, are also a possibility. If we remain forward-looking and adaptable, ours can continue to be a very interesting industry.

ALGODON ORIGEN BRASIL.... Brazil is currently one of the largest cotton producers and exporters in the world. This position has been intensified since 2010 with the arrival of a greater proportion of automatic baling harvesters for extracting cotton fibers in the field. Since then, the harvesting process has been improved by technology, speed, waste reduction and consequently greater performance. To this end, the use of plastic has become indispensable in this stage of the production process. In areas with good soil preparation and good productivity, harvesters harvest and bale an average of 138 tons of cotton in less than 4 hours. The bales are 2.40 m in diameter and 2.40 m in height and weigh between 2.3 and 2.8 tons/bale depending on the type of machine. Therefore, it is essential that the plastic film used for baling is high-performance, since it must withstand movements in the field during the harvesting process, high temperatures, rain, strong winds, as well as transportation to the fiber processing process in the cotton mill. These highly complex plastic films are called “wraps” in the cotton market and have radio frequency traceability labels, adhesives and an automatic detachment system. For perfect and uninterrupted baling, full synchronization of these particularities of the plastic film is necessary. Plastic films for cotton The WRAP product was developed in 2017 and has its own patent pending. It complies with all the metrics required by the three generations of automatic harvesters found in the world, has RFID-compatible telemetry for traceability of the entire process, and is safe when closing the modules. In addition, it is the result of a commitment based on the sustainability of the entire manufacturing process, from 100% virgin polyethylene to the recovery processes of the material removed from the field after harvesting, which allows cotton farmers to have the material safely and correctly disposed of. Currently, more than 250,000 hectares of cotton are harvested with WRAP on more than 120 farms spread across Brazil, Australia, and Turkey.