Today’s news
Recovered Paper Prices Show Signs of Rebound
Fastmarkets RISI reports OCC price increases, Sonoco raises recycled paperboard prices

MP Materials Aims to Eliminate America's Rare-Earth Import Dependence by 2028
The U.S. government is backing MP Materials' new rare-earth magnet factory in Texas to boost domestic production.
Pipe & Tube Technology Committee Holds Annual Meeting
The committee discusses upcoming AISTech sessions, technical training, and tours local industry facilities.
Recent news
Mar. 3, 2026
Buckstin Brewing Company Wins Big at Craft Brewers Cup in Austin
The Golden Triangle brewery takes home gold and silver medals for its Helles Export and Chugboat Island beers.
Mar. 2, 2026
Heavy Duty Filter Housing Market to Reach $9.6 Billion by 2033
Driven by industrial expansion, environmental regulations, and demand for efficient filtration systems
Feb. 27, 2026
Texas Governor Announces $1.25B Rare Earth Magnet Expansion by MP Materials
New facility in Northlake will create over 1,500 jobs and reduce U.S. reliance on foreign rare earth magnet supply chains.
Feb. 27, 2026
Austin Startup Eyes $3.2B Shipyard in South Texas
Saronic Technologies, co-founded by a former Navy SEAL, plans to build autonomous vessels for the U.S. Navy in Brownsville.
Feb. 26, 2026
MP Materials Announces $1.25B Rare Earth Magnet Expansion in Northlake, Texas
New facility will create over 1,500 jobs and bolster U.S. semiconductor manufacturing independence
Feb. 26, 2026
MP Materials to Invest Over $1.25B in New Texas Rare-Earth Magnet Factory
The new facility is expected to create over 1,500 jobs and boost U.S. production of critical rare-earth magnets.
Feb. 24, 2026
Apple Expands US Manufacturing, Moves Mac Mini Production to Houston
The tech giant is ramping up domestic manufacturing with a new facility in Texas that will produce the Mac mini and advanced AI servers.
Feb. 24, 2026
Allied Steel Buildings Expands Texas Facility to Accelerate Speed for American Manufacturers
Vertical integration of secondary structural materials and panel production supports accelerated project delivery and global deployment.
Feb. 24, 2026
Turf Product Solutions Launches ProStrength Turf Animal™ Artificial Turf Cleaner with Zap Guard™
New eco-friendly bag packaging and professional cleaning & odor control for synthetic grass
Feb. 24, 2026
Apple to Buy Over 100 Million Chips from TSMC's Arizona Facility
The increased chip orders are part of Apple's push to expand US production and reduce reliance on overseas suppliers.
Feb. 24, 2026
Boise Cascade Reports Strong 2025 Results, Continues Expansion
Company opens new distribution center, acquires Holden Humphrey, and invests in engineered wood products capacity despite housing headwinds.
Feb. 24, 2026
LyondellBasell Scales Back Recycled Plastic Production Goal
Chemical firm reduces 2030 target from 2 million to 800,000 metric tons
Feb. 24, 2026
Firefly Aerospace and YSS Compared: Which Space Company Reigns Supreme?
A head-to-head analysis of the two mid-cap manufacturing giants in the space industry.
Feb. 24, 2026
Kraton Announces Global Price Increase for CTO Products
Specialty chemicals producer cites rising costs for 10-20% hike on crude tall oil refinery and derivative goods
Feb. 23, 2026
LyondellBasell Announces Updated 2030 Sustainability Goals
Chemical giant adjusts climate and circularity targets amid market conditions and regulatory changes.
Feb. 21, 2026
Turf Product Solutions Launches Artificial Turf Cleaner with Static Control
New ProStrength Turf Animal™ offers eco-friendly cleaning and odor control for synthetic grass
Feb. 20, 2026
Caterpillar Acquires Australian Mining Software Firm RPMGlobal
The acquisition expands Caterpillar's portfolio of data-driven mining technology and software solutions.
Feb. 18, 2026
DCL America Expands Houston Facility to Meet Rising U.S. Demand
The company's second expansion in just one year will increase manufacturing capacity to support power generation, gas compression, and data center infrastructure.
Feb. 18, 2026
Carbon Fiber Prepreg Market Projected to Reach $22.3B by 2031
Growth driven by increasing demand for lightweight, high-strength composite materials in aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sporting goods applications.
Feb. 18, 2026
Lineapelle Trade Show Hit by Winter Olympics in Difficult Macro Scenario
Exhibitor and visitor numbers dropped as the leather industry faces rising costs and declining exports.