First Half 2006 Showing Momentum for Paperboard Shipments

The sharp increase beginning in March reflects the typically strong production rates needed to supply consumer package goods manufacturers with packaging for their increased sales during the holiday season later in the year. The growth rate slow later in the year, but overall, 2006 is expected to be a solid year. This is reflected in RISI's very positive forecast for 2006 in PPC's TRENDS 2006 Report.