AICC inBox - February 12, 2024

U.S. Trade Deficit Fell to a Three-Year Low in 2023 Read More

The Manufacturing Institute: Labor by the Numbers Read More

Tomorrow: Industrial Digital Printing for Corrugated Technology (Free Webinar- Feb 13) Register Now - Free

Job Growth Resumes in January, Though Manufacturing Sees Third Decline in Four Months Read More

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Breaking Down Boxes Episode: Be Somewhere First

• In this episode, we hear from Jim Haglund, Chairman, and Mike Haglund, CEO & Owner, of Central Package & Display.
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Leah Gardiner Named Executive Director of AICC Canada Read More

AICC/TAPPI Announce Shawn DuBravac to Keynote at SuperCorrExpo? 2024 Read More

AF&PA and AWC Respond to EPA’s PM NAAQS Rule Read More

Rising Packaging and Tissue Markets Lift Fiber Prices Read More

Surge in Demand for Recycled Cardboard Elevates Prices for Old Corrugated Containers in U.S. Read More

Sustainable Packaging a Hot Topic for Tree Fruit Industry Read More

Paper & Packaging Board Release 2023 Campaign Impact Report Read More

Free Online Course:? Navigating Time: Time Management for the Job Shop

• This course guides you through the process of goal setting and scheduling to achieve greater balance and get more done on the things that matter most. Read More

Fiber Demand Diverges Between US and Rest of World Read More

Talking Taxes in a Truck Episode 34: Piper Sandler’s Don Schneider on the Tax Package’s Fate, Looming Debt and Deficit Crisis, and Monetary Policy Outlook Listen Now

Mass Customization of Packaging Makes Cheerios' Heart Campaign Tick Read More

Recommended Resource: Policy Now from Resource Recycling

• Policy Now is a free monthly email blast bringing the latest recycling policy updates and analysis to our readership of industry leaders. Read More

Amazon Sales Grow 14% in Q4 Read More

House Passes Tax Relief Bill- Moves to the Senate

• There were many unintended consequences of portions of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (“TCJA”), most notably the capitalization of Research Expenditures. After months of educating legislators, we now sit on the precipice of the next step in the journey. We can only hope that the rare showing of bipartisan support will continue as this tax bill moves through the legislative process to the Senate.?? Read More

Ready to Grow Your Skills?

• Help everyone in your plant improve their skills with the AICC All Access Pass. Read More

Upcoming Events

AICC Membership Benefits Overview | February 23 | 3:00 pm ET

• Join AICC's Membership Manager, Patrick Moore, as he goes over AICC membership benefits, shows you how to access AICC's online resources, and answers any additional questions you may have. Read More

AICC Emerging Leader Q1 2024 C-Suite Leadership Webinar (Free Webinar for AICC Emerging Leaders- Feb 28) Register Now - Free

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AICC 2024 Spring Meeting & 50th Anniversary Celebration (April 8-10 | Palm Desert, CA)

• Celebrate with us! Meet us in Palm Desert for AICC's 50th Anniversary Celebration, the 10th Annual Independents' Cup Golf Tournament, and the Emerging Leader's 10 Year Reunion along with stimulating sessions, networking, and lots, lots more! Register Now

AICC AI Xperience (May 14-16 | Chicago, IL)

• Discover how AI can automate repetitive, labor-intensive tasks, allowing your workforce to focus on more complex and creative roles. Learn better ways to handle predictive maintenance and gather insights from production processes and customer orders, identifying trends, cost-saving opportunities, and areas for improvement. Register Now

Foundation for Packaging Education Fundraising Event (July 16-18 | Napa, CA) Register Now

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Weekly AICC Member & Industry News:

• DS Smith Recognized with ‘A’ Score for Transparency on Climate Change
• SupplyOne Expands Beyond the U.S. with Its Acquisition of Crownhill Packaging | SupplyOne
• Mondi Considering DS Smith Bid to Create $13 bln UK Paper Giant
• Pre-drupa Preview from TRESU
• G?pfert for Mitchel-Lincoln
• WestRock Skips Q1 Call, Releases Merger Details
• Apstar for Diamondback Corrugated
• PCA Sees Stronger-than-Expected Packaging Demand in Q4
• Stora Enso Announces Restructuring and Further Job Cuts
• Cascades Celebrates 60 Years
• SKG Full Year 2023 Results
• Baldwin Technology Expands U.S. Manufacturing Capabilities, Adds Sales Resources to Meet Growing Print and Packaging Demands
• New Solution from Baumer hhs for Securing Pallet and Transport Loads
• Saica Group Making Plans for $130m Corrugated Facility in Anderson, IN.