Cascades is currently proceeding with the conversion of the Bear Island site in Ashland, Virginia. The new machine will produce high-quality, lightweight, 100% recycled linerboard and medium (fluting paper) for the North American market.
Bear Island Project, Virginia
Cascades is currently proceeding with the conversion of the Bear Island site in Ashland, Virginia. The new machine will produce high-quality, lightweight, 100% recycled linerboard and medium (fluting paper) for the North American market.
Project cost: US$430 million
Start-up date: December 2022
Annual production capacity targeted: 465, 000 tons
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Reliable, consistent and optimized for complex packaging designs, Cascades XP offers stronger, more lightweight solutions that allow for high speed converting.
"This project is in line with the goals of our strategic plan which include, among other things, investing in our core sectors of packaging and tissue through modernization, and expanding our geographical footprint. In addition to the paper machine that is particularly well suited for conversion, the Bear Island site is strategically located for raw material sourcing and logistics."
Mario Plourde
President and Chief Executive Officer
"The Bear Island site has several advantages including access to an experienced workforce with expertise in paper making. Moreover, the site provides a platform for continued growth through downstream converting capacity. It will also allow us to better serve our customers and to expand our market share by increasing our capacity."
Charles Malo
President and Chief Operating Officer
About the company
Founded in 1964, Cascades offers sustainable, innovative and value-creating solutions in packaging, hygiene and recycling. The company employs approximately 10,000 men and women working in a network of nearly 80 operating units located in North America.
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Founded in 1964, Cascades offers sustainable, innovative and value-creating solutions in packaging, hygiene and recycling. The company employs approximately 10,000 men and women working in a network of nearly 80 operating units located in North America.
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Présentation │ octobre 2020
BEAR ISLAND
Projet de conversion au
carton-caisse
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