June 17, 2025 - Pixelle Specialty Solutions on June 10 announced that it has updated its WARN Act notices to employees at the Chillicothe paper mill in Ohio and plans to cease production at the facility by August 10, 2025.
Pixelle on April 15 first announced its intention to close the Chillicothe mill, but did not disclose a specific date for the closure. However, three days later, the company said it would delay the closure until the end of the year after discussions with H.I.G. Capital and government officials.
Pixelle is a portfolio company of H.I.G. Capital, a global alternative investment firm.
According to Pixelle, it has "worked diligently with government and community partners to explore every viable path forward."
In a written statement, Pixelle said, "While the initial shutdown timing was paused in good faith, staffing levels and customer demand have declined in recent weeks such that a further delay is no longer possible. As a result, the updated WARN notice reflects a new date of August 10, 2025, as our last date of operation of the Chillicothe Paper Mill.
"The Company will continue working with JobsOhio and federal, state, and local officials regarding the future of the site and support for impacted employees.
"The exploration of redevelopment options reflects the shared commitment of Pixelle, JobsOhio, and public sector leaders to ensure a thoughtful transition for the Chillicothe and Ross County communities and the dedicated workforce that has supported this facility for decades.
"Pixelle continues to explore all viable sale opportunities for the plant but is preparing for decommissioning to proceed absent a sale to a qualified buyer.
"The Company plans to transfer the Chillicothe Paper Mill property to an entity designated by JobsOhio (or another government body) for nominal consideration to support long-term redevelopment of the site if no sale occurs," Pixelle concluded.
The Chillicothe mill produces commercial printing papers, inkjet papers, book papers and envelope papers, to name a few of its specialty paper grades.
Headquartered in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania, Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC is a leading manufacturer of specialty papers, with operations in North America.
SOURCE: Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC
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