Box shipments rose 6%, while external paper shipments increased 11%. On a comparable-asset basis, box shipments increased 5.8% from the prior-year quarter, ahead of the industry’s 2.4% increase, according to the company. Total tissue shipments increased 7% sequentially to 121,000 tons. Capital investments totaled CAD 67 million during the first half, and Cascades maintained its 2026 capital-expenditure outlook of CAD 150 million to CAD 175 million. About Cascades (TSE:CAS)Founded in 1964, Cascades offers sustainable, innovative and value-added solutions for packaging, hygiene and recovery needs.