Marissa McNees, Managing Editor

Managing Editor

Marissa McNees is managing editor of Recycling Today.

PTR appoints new VP of independent hauler sales

Michael Avis will lead the newly formed division for PTR Baler & Compactor Co., focusing on sales management and client sales and services experiences.

GFL opens new MRF in Edmonton, Alberta

The site was rebuilt to include “advanced sorting and processing technology” in an effort to optimize recycling efficiency in Alberta.

Graphic Packaging set to close Ohio CRB facility

The closure is part of the company’s previously announced plans to close the coated recycled paperboard manufacturing site and consolidate its recycled paperboard production.

Longtime paper industry veteran announces retirement

George Chen, president of G&T Trading International Corp. and past president of ReMA’s PSI Chapter, has retired after more than 45 years in recovered paper trading.

DS Smith breaks down language barriers, creates new opportunities

The company’s award-winning Spanish-language interpreters program has helped address labor gaps while prioritizing inclusivity and innovation.

Making the case for polycoated paper recovery

At the annual CRA conference, representatives from the paper recycling value chain discussed the benefits of prioritizing alternative fiber sources to meet market needs.

Champions of tire circularity

The Tire Recycling Foundation aims to address knowledge and research gaps within the U.S. tire recycling supply chain while also prioritizing recycling as part of a circular, sustainable market.

New Jersey officials award $16.2M in annual recycling, waste reduction grants

The grants are based on 2022 recycling performance and are awarded through the state’s Recycling Enhancement Act.

Sonoco cites OCC shortage for price hike in Europe

The company announced a URB price increase in the U.S. and Canada earlier in March and now is boosting prices for all grades of core board and paperboard in Europe.

AF&PA report shows decrease in packaging paper shipments

Total packaging papers and specialty packaging shipments were down in February after seeing a slight bump in January.