North America Timber Program

Good news on many fronts! https://lnkd.in/gA-_9X-c

One of the largest wood-processing companies in Europe is embracing its sustainable roots—and innovative technology—to remain competitive. https://lnkd.in/gGSQH8uu

Editorial Note - We have been ringing this bell for awhile. And the mills are placed strategically where the three costs are lowest in the North America for sawlog production - logs, labor and logistics.

The company we keep … proud that North American Timber Program is represented by top insurance professionals at the Mid Atlantic Logging Expo this weekend. Was your agency on hand … ? You will always find an dedicated logging and forestry insurance professional at this industry key events. Thank you TimberRisk Agency, United Risk Advisors / Forestry Mutual Insurance Company and Gaines & Critzer Insurance Agency.

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INDUSTRY NEWS. FROM INTERNATIONAL PAPER - OCT. 31, 2024: International Paper today announced the decision to review strategic options for its global cellulose fibers (GCF) business. The decision to explore alternatives for the GCF business is consistent with the Company’s strategy to focus on sustainable packaging solutions. Additionally, IP announced the permanent closure of its Georgetown, South Carolina mill. The mill will shut down in stages with a full closure expected by the end of 2024. The Georgetown mill produces approximately 300,000 tons of fluff pulp designed for a range of consumer applications. GCF plans to retain 100% of the mill’s fluff pulp capacity by transferring production to other mills and further reducing the Company’s exposure to commodity pulp grades. The mill also produces uncoated freesheet papers that it sells to Sylvamo pursuant to a strategic contract, which IP and Sylvamo have mutually agreed to terminate as of December 31, 2024. In total, 526 hourly employees and 148 salaried employees will be impacted. All employees will be offered severance benefits, outplacement services and access to mental health resources.

As one of the last remaining insurance programs willing to write the "small guys", we do it because the timber faller is still the man on the ground, the individual the rest of the industry wishes they were or could be but isn't getting up that early, to work that hard. At North American Timber Program, it doesn't matter if you are one person with a chainsaw, gas/oil can and pickup or an owner operator log trucker - you get the same quality of coverages and limits as the big operations and fleets at an affordable premium.

Just a few of our featured vendors coming soon to the Mid-Atlantic Logging & Biomass Expo! You don't want to miss this show, November 1st & 2nd, near Laurinburg, NC. Pre-Register online https://loggingexpo.com for a discounted rate! Make plans to come see these vendors and many more. North Carolina Forestry Association Tigercat forestry equipment James River Equipment Weiler Forestry DYNA Products @linderindustrial John Woodie Enterprises John Deere

Four centuries ago, loggers established a new life in America, and they continue to shape the nation today. Modern loggers uphold a proud tradition integral to America's essence, ensuring its legacy endures. The legendary Paul Bunyan symbolizes the rich heritage of the timber industry, thriving in the work of today's loggers, who are a vital part of America's enduring legacy. #NationalLoggersDay #AmericanLoggers