Aug 12, 2010. /Lesprom Network/. Gould Paper Corporation forms a new division that will focus on specialty papers and materials. Establishing this division coincides with the recent acquisition of 51% of Gould by Japan Pulp and Paper (JPP). The sales of the combined JPP and Gould entity are now in excess of $5 billion, the company said in a statement received by Lesprom Network. Harry E. Gould, Jr., President of Gould Paper, stated, “With the sale of 51% of Gould to JPP, Gould now has increased sources of supply and additional sales offices throughout the world. With the stagnant commodity paper markets, expansion into specialty papers and materials is a logical and integral part of our long term growth strategy in the United States and abroad.” Meyer M. Weiss will head this new division as Senior Vice President, Gould Specialty Papers and Materials. Mr. Gould further stated, “Mr. Weiss is a very knowledgeable and respected participant in the specialty papers field. He brings to Gould a well founded knowledge of specialty papers, its technology, markets and manufacturers. Meyer is a welcome addition to the Gould team where he will be reporting to Bob Weill, President Gould International.” Gould Paper Corporation is one of North America’s four largest distributors of printing and business papers. Earlier this year, Japan Pulp and Paper purchased a majority ownership position in Gould. With this acquisition, Gould, in concert with JPP, has offices in virtually every major city throughout the world.