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OUTLOOK 2000
Outlook 2000 looks promising
Growing economy and low capacity growth open path for recovery; 2001 could be a strong year


CAPITAL SPENDING

Spending low as companies show restraint
Companies continue to maintain a disciplined spending approach in line with new investment strategies


PULPING & BLEACHING

Review of Cluster Rule air compliance
A detailed review examines projected costs for mandated pulp mill air quality improvements to achieve Cluster Rule compliance


MILL MANAGEMENT
P&P’ first CEO of the year
Dr. Michael Smurfit selected P&P/PPI Global CEO of the Year for his aggressive, innovative leadership in Smurfit-Stone merger


PAPERMAKING

Polyurethane roll cover helps SSCC
New lump breaker roll cover improves runnability, cuts chemical costs, and reduces breaks at Ontonagon containerboard mill






Month in Statistics
U.S. paper and paperboard production data for September

Grade Profile
Linerboard prices jump to 3-year high; upturn expected to continue in 2000

News Scan
Canadian 3Q profits improve with pricing
U.S. capacity growth remains ultra slow
Beloit makes cuts; soliciting bids
Oconto Falls tissue PM delayed to 2000
Plainwell to acquire Shelby Tissue
Gallaher mill sold, occupation ends
SP Newsprint buys mill, plans upgrade
Consolidated details 2000 investments
Tembec buys BCTMP mill; mulls new PM
FCC nixes deal with parent company
Simpson’s Vt. mill to American Tissue
simpson to retain Tacoma mill
Edward’s Paper sold; PM considered
St. Laurent ECF project completed
SC, newsprint PMs start in Germany



From the Editors
Big changes for 2000

Comment
Regulatory system needs overhaul

Information Technology
User perceptions: The real IT challenge

Career Development
Turning turn-over around


News of People
Product Showcase
Supplier News
Conference Calendar


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