Little Rapids Unifies Paper Brands Under Single Division

The merger is intended to integrate capabilities in specialty paper, flexible packaging, printing, and coating technologies.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 2:35pm

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Little Rapids Corporation has consolidated Shawano Specialty Papers and Nexxa into one entity, now operating as Rapids Paper + Packaging. This newly combined division will remain part of the family-owned Little Rapids, a company with more than 100 years of experience in specialty paper and flexible packaging.

Why it matters

The merger is designed to create a more coordinated approach to product development and delivery, allowing Little Rapids to better target environmentally conscious practices and help customers reduce plastic consumption.

The details

The newly formed Rapids Paper + Packaging division will focus on fiber sourcing, water management, waste reduction, and coatings that can help reduce plastic use and improve recyclability. Operations in Green Bay and Shawano, Wisconsin, will continue unchanged, with local teams responsible for technical services and customer support.

  • Little Rapids Corporation consolidated Shawano Specialty Papers and Nexxa into Rapids Paper + Packaging in March 2026.

The players

Little Rapids Corporation

A family-owned company with more than 100 years of experience in specialty paper and flexible packaging.

Angie Sheehan

The CEO of Little Rapids Corporation.

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What they’re saying

“This alignment allows us to unlock new possibilities in performance and sustainability. As brands face increasing pressure to reduce plastic use and meet evolving environmental expectations, bringing our expertise together creates a stronger foundation to help them move faster, solve complex challenges, and deliver responsible packaging.”

— Angie Sheehan, CEO

What’s next

The newly formed Rapids Paper + Packaging division will continue to focus on developing innovative, environmentally-friendly packaging solutions to help customers reduce their plastic footprint.

The takeaway

By unifying its paper brands under a single division, Little Rapids is positioning itself to better address the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions that help customers meet their environmental goals.