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International Paper Company (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) is described as the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, with headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA headquarters in London, UK. This news page aggregates company-issued press releases and related coverage so readers can follow how International Paper communicates its strategy, operations, and financial performance.
Recent news highlights International Paper’s transformation toward a more focused sustainable packaging solutions company. Articles cover quarterly and full-year earnings announcements, where the company discusses adjusted operating earnings, adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations, and segment performance for Packaging Solutions North America and Packaging Solutions EMEA. Earnings releases also describe how portfolio actions and cost initiatives affect results.
Corporate news items include updates on the acquisition of DS Smith, which the company states created an industry leader focused on North American and EMEA regions, and the planned sale of the Global Cellulose Fibers business, which is treated as a discontinued operation. Other releases describe mill and facility closures in locations such as Riceboro, Georgia; Savannah, Georgia; Compton, California; and Louisville, Kentucky, as part of the company’s 80/20 strategic approach and footprint streamlining.
Investors and followers of IP stock can also find announcements about dividend declarations, participation in investor conferences, and strategic agreements, such as the continuity of services arrangement with Kraton and the sale of bag converting operations to ProAmpac. By reviewing this news feed over time, readers can see how International Paper presents its transformation plan, capital allocation decisions, and regional packaging strategies across North America and EMEA.
International Paper (NYSE:IP) has announced a significant leadership change, appointing Tom Hamic to the newly created role of Executive Vice President and President of North American Packaging Solutions, effective September 1. Hamic, who joined the company in 1991, will lead the Container and Containerboard businesses in North America, reporting directly to CEO Andy Silvernail.
Hamic's extensive experience includes various roles in sales, marketing, finance, strategic planning, and leadership across the United States and Europe. He was named a company officer in 2009 and elected senior vice president in 2019. His most recent position was senior vice president and general manager of North American Container and Chief Commercial Officer.
International Paper demonstrates its commitment to responsible fiber procurement through its Global Fiber Procurement Policy and innovative practices. Key highlights include:
1. A diverse Fiber Supply Team of over 225 professionals ensuring responsible sourcing.
2. The ForSite™ mapping platform for transparency and risk mitigation.
3. Chain-of-custody certification at all mills, including FSC® and SFI® standards.
4. One of the largest private landowner assistance programs for FSC® Forest Management Certification in the U.S.
5. Extensive fiber supply network connecting forest conservation partners with private landowners.
ForSite™ uses GIS technology to guide procurement decisions, identifying 23M acres for pre-harvest due diligence and improving over 3,145 acres since 2020. This tool helps protect rare species and habitats while allowing landowners to meet management objectives.
International Paper (NYSE:IP) has announced that Tom Plath, Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Corporate Affairs, will leave the company at the end of 2024. Plath has been with IP for 33 years, serving in various roles including HR, operations, marketing, and general management. He became an officer in 2013 and was elected senior vice president in 2017.
Plath's current responsibilities, which include human resources, aviation, real estate, communications, sustainability, and government relations, will be reassigned immediately. He will serve in an advisory capacity through the end of the year to ensure a smooth transition. No replacement has been appointed yet.
International Paper's CEO, Andy Silvernail, is set to speak at the Jefferies 2024 Industrials Conference on September 4, 2024. The presentation will begin at 8:05 a.m. eastern time, followed by a Q&A session. Interested parties can access the webcast through the company's website under the Investors tab and Events & Presentations page.
A replay of the webcast will be available approximately three hours after the presentation. This event provides an opportunity for investors and analysts to gain insights into International Paper's strategies and performance directly from its top executive.
International Paper has established a comprehensive ESG governance structure to oversee and guide its sustainability commitments. The Board of Directors, through specialized committees, oversees various aspects of ESG strategy and performance. Key committees include:
- Public Policy and Environment Committee (PPE): Oversees environmental topics, public policy, legal, and health and safety issues.
- Audit and Finance Committee (A&F): Reviews processes for external reporting.
- Management Development and Compensation Committee (MDCC): Approves CEO stewardship objectives and evaluates performance.
At the management level, the CEO and Senior Leadership Team are responsible for corporate sustainability strategy. The company has established various councils and teams to implement Vision 2030 goals. The Chief Sustainability Officer leads the Sustainability Team, coordinating activities across the company.
International Paper considers ESG performance in its incentive plans, including metrics for Health & Safety, Environment & Sustainability, Human Capital & Culture, Governance, and Diversity & Inclusion. The company engages with diverse stakeholders to gain insights and guide its sustainability efforts.
International Paper (IP) has announced a $15.3 million investment to renew strategic alliances with key conservation partners, including the American Forest Foundation, National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, The Nature Conservancy, and World Wildlife Fund. This investment supports IP's Vision 2030 goal to conserve and restore 1 million acres of ecologically significant forestland.
Key initiatives include:
- Expanding the Family Forest Carbon Program in the Central Appalachian area and Southeastern U.S.
- Extending the Forestland Stewards Partnership with a $10 million commitment over five years
- Advancing sustainable forestry practices in the U.S. and Mexico
- Supporting the preservation of heirs' property in the Mobile Basin of Mississippi and Alabama
International Paper's 2023 Sustainability Report highlights the company's commitment to a robust and diverse supplier network. With over 30,000 suppliers, IP emphasizes ethical conduct and sustainability, incorporating its Third Party Code of Conduct into contractual agreements. In 2023, 87% of IP's spend was covered by this code or similar standards. The company's Supplier Diversity program focuses on developing and promoting diverse businesses, aiming to improve the lives of 100 million people in their operational areas. IP classifies diverse suppliers based on ownership categories including minority-owned, woman-owned, and veteran-owned enterprises. This approach not only meets stakeholder needs but also fosters innovation and supports equitable community development.
International Paper (NYSE: IP) reported second quarter 2024 financial results, with net earnings of $498 million ($1.41 per diluted share), including a tax benefit of $338 million ($0.96 per diluted share) related to internal legal entity restructuring. Adjusted operating earnings were $193 million ($0.55 per diluted share). Cash provided by operations was $365 million, with $160 million returned to shareholders in dividends.
CEO Andy Silvernail expressed confidence in the team's ability to unlock value, despite near-term performance challenges. The company is implementing an 80/20 business process to focus the portfolio, improve customer excellence, and optimize costs. IP also looks forward to the combination with DS Smith to create significant shareholder value.
Sophie Beckham, VP and Chief Sustainability Officer at International Paper (IP), reflects on the company's sustainability journey over the past decade. She highlights how sustainability has become a key value driver for customers, aligning with IP's business model of providing renewable fiber-based products. The company's Vision 2030 framework guides its efforts to advance a low-carbon, circular economy.
IP's approach to circularity starts in the forest, using only recovered fiber and sustainably managed wood fiber. The company is committed to decarbonizing operations and exploring carbon capture and storage opportunities. Despite falling short on some environmental goals in 2023, IP has intensified efforts to reduce its impact. The company also focuses on community resilience, contributing nearly $20M to charitable organizations in 2023 as part of its goal to improve 100 million lives by 2030.
International Paper (NYSE: IP) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.4625 per share for the period from July 1, 2024, to September 30, 2024, on its common stock, payable on September 16, 2024, to shareholders of record as of August 15, 2024.
The company also declared a quarterly dividend of $1.00 per share for the same period on its cumulative $4.00 preferred stock, also payable on September 16, 2024, to holders of record on August 15, 2024.