New MD for DS Smith’s packaging operations in UK and Ireland

Paul Clarke has been appointed as managing director of DS Smith’s UK and Ireland packaging division. Formerly operations director, Clarke will be improving collaborative structures across DS Smith, unlocking value across its end-to-end supply chain, said DS Smith.

Commenting on his appointment, Clarke said: “I’m delighted to be appointed to this new role and for the opportunity to contribute to spearheading DS Smith’s agenda on our commitment to developing and redefining packaging solutions for customers globally and a focus on sustainable ventures and innovation.

“We have a highly engaged community of talented employees within DS Smith; my priority first and foremost is to ensure we continue to build a healthy, safe and inclusive environment for all. Our people are our best asset; together we have had to be more resilient than ever in recent years as we help our customers navigate a challenging economic environment.

“As a FTSE 100 sustainable business working with the world’s largest multi-national FMCGs and manufacturers, we are exposed to trends in retail, e-commerce, digital and supply chain, and our focus is firmly on innovating packaging solutions that will support both current customers and consumers as well as pave the path ahead for future generations.

“We need to close the loop through better design, protect the environment by making the most of every fibre, and reduce waste and resources through circular appointments and careful strategic delivery of each and every new product.”

Director for University of Toronto’s Pulp & Paper Centre appointed

Professor Niko DeMartini has been appointed as director of the Pulp & Paper Centre at the University of Toronto, with a term of three years until June 2026.

Commenting on DeMartini’s appointment, Prof Ramin Farnood, chair of the Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry, said: “In his new role success that this business group has had in growing in its chosen markets its resolute focus on innovation, and that it is solidly equipped to meet the challenges presented by our industry while remaining a model in terms of the circular economy.” as Director, PPC, Niko will be focusing on fostering research partnership opportunities with industry, government agencies, NGOs, and research institutions, as well as facilitating the creation and launch of multi-researcher university-industry consortia and collaborative research initiatives to stimulate research and support teaching in pulp and paper science and engineering.”

Langevin’s career with Cascades began in 1995. As a graduate engineer, he joined the company as a plant manager. He rose to become operations chief of SPG in 2011.

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