MM supports its employees in Ukraine and their families with a comprehensive program in kind and financially. MM donates EUR 150,000 to Caritas, Red Cross and other humanitarian aid organizations in Ukraine. MM has stopped all carton deliveries to Russia. MM is Europe's leading producer of cardboard and folding boxes with an attractive range of Kraft Papers and Uncoated Fine Papers. The focus is on sustainable and innovative fiber-based packaging solutions. Including the most recent acquisitions, MM generates sales of around EUR 3.2 billion and employs around 12,500 people.

The Supplier Innovation Award celebrates partners who deliver creative, value-driven solutions that extend beyond contractual obligations. Greif earned this distinction for its part in introducing a custom double-walled corrugated pallet box to replace traditional USPS bulk containers. Manufactured with renewable and recyclable materials, the new lighter-weight box is projected to deliver substantial cost reductions to the USPS—and savings to U.S. taxpayers. "Being recognized by the USPS, one of the nation’s most critical public service organizations, is an incredible honor," said Chris Zimmerman, VP of Sales for Greif’s Containerboard and Corrugated business unit. " This award is a testament to the ingenuity, dedication, and unmatched expertise of our entire team, from our mills and corrugated plants to our service and technical teams. We are proud of the value we are delivering to the U.S. Postal Service and what it means for our colleagues and shareholders.” USPS highlighted Greif’s extensive geographic coverage, reliable on-time delivery, product quality, and forward-thinking cost-saving initiatives as key factors contributing to its selection for the award.

UPM Raflatac is excited to announce the appointment of Brinder Gill as the new Senior Vice President (SVP) of the Americas Region, effective August 1, 2024. Currently serving as Director of the Paper Laminates Business Unit for the same region, Gill brings extensive knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to this leadership position. Gill's tenure with UPM Raflatac has been marked by outstanding contributions in various roles, demonstrating his commitment to excellence and commercial success. As the former East Area Sales Director for the Americas, he has a proven track record of driving growth and efficiency. Prior to UPM Raflatac, Gill was the Senior Manager of Global Beauty Category Marketing at Silgan Dispensing Systems. He is highly regarded in the industry for his diverse skill set and strategic acumen.