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Recycling
Could stable January lead to better year for recovered paper markets?
Date: January 21, 2026
Source: Recycling Today
Recovered paper markets—especially mixed paper and OCC—showed stability in early January after a difficult 2025 marked by closures, weak demand, and pricing pressure. Industry participants expressed cautious optimism that 2026 may bring improved conditions, better pricing, and more predictable demand across recovered fibre streams.
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Paper sector: no more of the same in 2026, please
Date: January 20, 2026
Source: Recycling International
After a turbulent 2025, the recovered paper sector entered 2026 with low momentum, patchy demand, and continued pricing pressure. European and U.S. mills are reassessing long‑term supply contracts, and capacity rationalization continues. Export‑led demand remains fragile, and merchants report reduced visibility heading into 2026.
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Paper Industry Update – January 2026
The latest Pulp & Paper Chronicle – Industry News Roundup shows a global pulp and paper sector in active transformation, with investments, sustainability projects, and packaging innovation reshaping the market. This week’s developments highlight how companies across regions are positioning for a more focused, technology-driven future.
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ResourceWise’s 2026 Pulp, Paper, and Forest Products Industry Predictions
The pulp, paper, and forest products industry endured another year of uncertainty and significant change in 2025. From new tariffs and widespread mill closures to persistent overseas overcapacity, the market experienced profound and ongoing transformation.
As part of our annual tradition, ResourceWise is proud to share our key insights and forecasts for the year ahead. Below are seven predictions we believe will shape the pulp, paper, and forest products industry in 2026.
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Paper Recycling Outlook 2026: Low Margins, Policy Shifts & Automation
Date: January 20, 2026
Source: IndexBox / Recycling International
A January 2026 outlook highlighted ongoing struggles in the recovered paper sector, including low margins, fragile export demand, and capacity cuts across Europe. Policy changes and automation investments are expected to reshape operations as mills and merchants adapt to tighter market conditions.
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Policy Now | January 2026 – Resolutions target packaging
Date: January 5, 2026
Source: Resource Recycling
New state and federal resolutions introduced at the start of 2026 signal an active year for packaging policy. Measures under consideration could significantly affect fibre‑based packaging, recycling systems, and compliance requirements for producers.
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Did you know?
Corner board made from laminated recycled paperboard can increase pallet load stability by up to 50 percent while reducing the need for excess stretch film. Many manufacturers now use water‑based adhesives and optimized fibre blends to improve strength‑to‑weight ratios, creating a more sustainable protective‑packaging solution for shipping and warehousing.
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