Aug. 20, 2025 - According to local news reports, Domtar will indefinitely idle operations at its paper mill in Grenada, Mississippi, in September. The mill produces newsprint.
A letter from Domtar published online by a news outlet, said, "The decision is part of Domtar's ongoing efforts to align its operations with current business conditions. The company is taking steps to ensure a safe and orderly wind-down of production and is committed to supporting the more than 160 employees, their families and the Grenada community through career transition resources, benefits guidance and transparent communication during this period."
The Grenada mill came under Domtar's ownership through Domtar's acquisition of Resolute Forest Products in March of 2023.
The Grenada mill has one newsprint machine, which Domtar says is "one of the most modern, high-speed and efficient newsprint machines in North America." The machine produces high-quality newsprint that is sold across the Southeastern United States, Mexico and Latin America.
The mill, which was built in 1989, has the capacity to produce 235,000 metric tons per year and has about 180 employees.
SOURCE: Delta News and Domtar