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Brandi Colander Named WestRock Chief Sustainability Officer

Colander brings to WestRock a cross-section of experience that spans the private, government and nonprofit sectors.

Ink World staff 12.21.20

WestRock Names Margaret Herndon to New Chief Marketing Officer Role

Most recently, Herndon served as the chief marketing officer at Ericsson North America.

Ink World Staff 12.10.20

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WestRock Recognized for Excellence in Merchandising Displays

Company receives 6 Awards at annual Design of the Times competition.

Ink World staff 11.20.20

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WestRock Named to 2020 Dow Jones Sustainability North America, World Indices

Recognized for its commitment to sustainable business practices.

Ink World Staff 11.17.20

Jim Porter Retiring from WestRock

Was president and chief operating officer of Southern Container when WestRock acquired it in 2008.

Ink World staff 11.11.20

WestRock Reports 4Q 2020 Fiscal Results

Net sales of $4.5 billion increased sequentially by 5.6% and decreased by 3.9% compared to the prior year quarter.

Ink World Staff 11.10.20

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WestRock Honored for Design Excellence by PPC

Company receives 18 awards, including Rigid Box of the Year and Digital Application of the Year.

Ink World Staff 10.29.20

WestRock Reports Fiscal 3Q 2020 Results

Reports sales of $4.2 billion, net cash of $740 million.

Ink World Staff 08.12.20

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WestRock Honored for Outstanding Merchandising Achievement

Received 19 awards, including the Creative Award.

Ink World staff 07.01.20

WestRock Reports Fiscal 2020 2Q Results

Net sales of $4.45 billion decreased by 3.7% compared to the prior year quarter.

Ink World Staff 05.08.20

WestRock Reports Fiscal 2020 First Quarter Results

Had net sales of $4.42 billion, an increase of 2.2% compared to the 1Q 2020, and generated net cash of $431 million compared to $303 million in 1Q 2020.

02.03.20

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WestRock Named to FORTUNE’s List of World’s Most Admired Companies

Fifth-consecutive year WestRock selected for the honor.

01.24.20

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Sonoco Joins New Alliance to Advance Fiber-based Packaging

4evergreen is an international industry alliance dedicated to boosting the role of fiber-based packaging.

01.02.20

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WestRock Wins Two 2019 AF&PA Sustainability Awards

Recognized with Awards for sustainability, safety and innovation efforts.

11.21.19

WestRock Reports Fiscal 2019 Fourth Quarter Results

For full year 2019, the company had sales of $18,289 million, up from $16,285.1 million in 2018.

11.15.19

2019 NPIRI Conference Features Sustainability, Regulatory, Technical Issues

Conference looks at major trends, including sustainability, regulatory and technical issues and new technologies.

David Savastano, Editor 11.12.19

WestRock Honored for Packaging Design Excellence by Paperboard Packaging Council

Company receives 13 awards, including the Sustainability Award of the Year.

10.31.19

Pat Lindner Named WestRock's Chief Innovation Officer

Lidner will also retain his role as president of Consumer Packaging.

10.18.19

Diamond Packaging Wins 5 Awards in 2019 Gold Ink Awards Competition

Winners were chosen from nearly 600 entries submitted in 47 different categories.

10.18.19

2019 NPIRI Conference Features Sustainability, Regulatory, Technical Issues

Conference looks at major trends, including sustainability, regulatory and technical issues and new technologies.

Online Exclusives David Savastano, Editor 10.16.19

2019 NPIRI Conference Focuses on Regulatory, Technical Challenges

Conference offers updates on critical issues facing the ink industry and its key suppliers.

Online Exclusives David Savastano, Editor 10.03.19

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WestRock Reconfiguring North Charleston, SC, Paper Mill

Shut down of one paper machine will reduce linerboard capacity by approximately 288,000 tons, improve EBITDA $40 million.

09.10.19

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Atlanta Braves, WestRock Increasing Sustainability Efforts at SunTrust Park

Recyclable items, including plastics, paper, metal and glass, will be collected and transported to WestRock’s local material recovery facility.

08.21.19

WestRock Reports Fiscal 2019 3Q Results

Net cash provided by operating activities was $735 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2019 compared to $662 million in the prior year quarter.

08.06.19

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WestRock Honored for Outstanding Merchandising Achievement at GlobalShop 2019

Company receives 20 awards, including Distinguished Budget Award for maximizing resources.

07.10.19

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ACTEGA North America Names Lee Andrews VP of Sales and Marketing

Andrews has had leadership roles at Malnove, Georgia Pacific, Graphic Packaging and Coca Cola.

06.05.19

Diamond Packaging Wins 7 Awards in 26th Annual FSEA Gold Leaf Awards Competition

Awards are a showcase for foil stamping, embossing, and other specialty effects.

05.20.19

WestRock Acquires UBS Printing Group, Inc.

Expands capabilities for beauty & personal care, nutraceutical and media industries, extends presence on US West Coast.

05.07.19

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FTA Honors Top Print Jobs with 2019 Excellence in Flexography Awards

The 124 winners were revealed on large screens overhead in the Grand Ballroom at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside Hotel.

05.06.19

WestRock Reports Fiscal 2019 Second Quarter Results

Net sales were $4.62 billion, an increase of $603 million compared to the prior year quarter.

05.01.19

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WestRock Recognized for Advancing Recyclability of Foodservice Packaging

WestRock has developed a recyclable and compostable paperboard cup prototype designed to hold hot and cold beverages.

04.18.19

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WestRock Acquires Linkx Packaging Systems

Expands portfolio of automated packaging systems.

03.11.19

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SGIA Takes Lead on Digital Inkjet Specs

A new working group will include representatives from companies including WestRock, FUJIFILM and Nazdar.

03.07.19

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WestRock Named One of 12 Winners of NextGen Cup Challenge

Company recognized for recyclable cup for hot and cold applications.

03.01.19

WestRock Names Jeff Chalovich as Chief Commercial Officer

Pete Durette to lead container business in corrugated packaging.

02.28.19

WestRock Consumer Packaging President Bob Feeser Retiring

Pat Lindner appointed as Feeser's successor.

02.20.19

WestRock Reports Fiscal 2019 First Quarter Results

The company reported sales of $4,327.4 million, up from $3,894 million in 2017.

02.01.19

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WestRock Named to Fortune’s List of World’s Most Admired Companies

Fourth consecutive year WestRock is selected for honor.

01.25.19

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WestRock Honored for Design Excellence by Paperboard Packaging Council

Company receives 12 awards at annual Paperboard Packaging Competition, including inaugural Digital Application of the Year.

11.08.18

WestRock Reports Strong Fiscal 4Q 2018 Results

WestRock achieved the $1 billion synergy and performance improvements goal the company set at inception of WestRock in 2015.

11.06.18

US Department of Justice Clears WestRock’s Acquisition of KapStone

WestRock and KapStone expect the pending acquisition to close on Nov. 2, 2018, subject to customary closing conditions.

10.31.18

WestRock Increases Dividend 5.8%

Will now be new annualized rate of $1.82 per share.

10.29.18

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WestRock Provides Update on Hurricane Michael’s Impact on Panama City, FL Mill

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10.23.18

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SGIA Announces 2018–2019 Board of Directors

Thomas Cooper of WestRock Merchandising Displays named chairman.

10.18.18

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WestRock Wins 31 Design of the Times Awards for Excellence in Merchandising Displays

Among the honors include a platinum award for Harry’s Dude and Dog endcap.

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WestRock Completes Acquisition of Schlüter Print Pharma Packaging

Acquisition will expand WestRock’s ability to provide solutions to healthcare packaging clients in Europe.

09.06.18

WestRock to Acquire Schlüter Print Pharma Packaging

Schlüter is a German-based supplier of a full range of leaflets and booklets.

08.10.18

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Amcor and Bemis is Latest in Major Packaging Mergers

Huge merger will have major ramifications in the packaging, ink industries.

David Savastano, Editor 08.09.18

WestRock Reports Strong Growth in Fiscal 3Q 2018 Results

Net sales increased 12% and segment EBITDA increased 30%.

08.07.18

WestRock Appoints Colleen Arnold as Director

Most recently, she served as the senior VP of IBM Sales & Distribution.

07.31.18

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