OREANDA-NEWS. December 28, 2012. International Paper Russia is pleased to announce that starting January 14, 2013, all forest management operations of International Paper in Russia will be centralized in Tikhvin to streamline operations and to help promote modern practices of sustainable forest management in the Russian Federation.

Franz Marx, President of International Paper Russia, commented: “From planning, to planting, to wood supply, International Paper strives to apply the best practices and the most rigorous standards in forest management in Russia as well as globally. Centralizing forest management operations in Tikhvin will increase efficiency by applying best practices on our forest leases, and will also contribute to the economy of Tikhvin region and Leningrad oblast. ”

International Paper Russia is committed to reforestation and sustainable forestry. Each year, International Paper plants more than 2 million trees in the Leningrad oblast – that is, three trees planted for each one harvested. This ongoing investment ensures we have a sustainable forestry model for our communities and our business.

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global paper and packaging company with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe, Latin America, Russia, Asia and North Africa. Its businesses include uncoated papers and industrial and consumer packaging, complemented by xpedx, the company's North American distribution company. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., the company employs approximately 70,000 people following the acquisition of Temple-Inland Inc. and is strategically located in more than 24 countries serving customers worldwide. 2011 net sales for International Paper were USD 26 billion. Temple-Inland Inc., which was acquired in February 2012, had 2011 net sales of USD 4 billion. For more information about International Paper, its products and stewardship efforts, visit internationalpaper.com.