International Paper kicks off Mississippi sustainable packaging facility.
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International Paper kicks off Mississippi sustainable packaging facility. The $225 million greenfield facility is being built on an 80-acre site in the East Metro Center in Rankin County, Mississippi. 05/26/2026 Last week, International Paper launched construction of its new sustainable packaging facility in Rankin County, Mississippi. The project includes construction of a new 468,000-square-foot corrugated packaging plant on an 80-acre site in the East Metro Center, and marks a major milestone in the company's strategic growth and long-term investment in the Mid-South region. The $225 million greenfield facility, located less than 10 miles from International Paper's existing Richland box plant, will strengthen manufacturing and service capabilities across the Mid-South region. Designed to improve reliability, product quality, and cost position, the new facility supports growth in key market segments while reinforcing the company's commitment to operational excellence, sustainability, and customer-focused innovation. Construction is expected to begin in June 2026, with operations anticipated in the fourth quarter of 2027. Employees at the existing Richland facility are expected to transition to the new plant upon completion. "This groundbreaking represents an important step forward for International Paper, our customers, and the communities we serve across the...
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