Domtar Kingsport Mill Resumed Production

SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): South Carolina-based Domtar Corporation announced that its Kingsport Mill has resumed production. As per company press release, the mill produced its first 100% recycling containerboard.

The mill has been undergoing a two-year conversion project, aimed at converting it from an uncoated freesheet paper mill into 100% recycled packaging plant. The company had spent around $350 million towards the conversion project. The reopening of the facility marks the culmination of the historic conversion project.

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Steve Henry, executive vice president and chief operating officer, Domtar, in his comment, stated that it is a monumental day for the company that marks its official entry into the containerboard market. He commended the entire Domtar team for their hard work and commitment. Furthermore, he extended gratitude to the entire community for their whole-hearted support throughout the project.

The mill will be home to the second-largest recycled containerboard machine in North America. It is expected to produce 600,000 tons of recycled linerboard and corrugated medium every year, by processing approximately 660,000 tons of old corrugated containers and mixed paper.

An official grand opening celebration event will be hosted later this year at the mill premises, it said.