Cascades to Keep Norampac Trenton Mill Open

Cascades Inc., Kingsey Falls, Que., Canada, this week reported that a significant majority of employees at its Norampac containerboard mill in Trenton, Ont., Canada, has voted in favor of its final offer, and thus it will not proceed with closure of the facility as previously planned and announced in April.

"We are satisfied to be able to finally reach an agreement with the union and the employees in Trenton. By keeping the mill open, we are saving 130 jobs in this community and avoiding significant financial losses for the local forest industry. The challenges faced by this mill are by no means over. However, reaching this agreement with our employees is a vital pre-condition, and we can now concentrate on identifying an action plan for achieving long-term viability." said Marc-André Dépin, president and CEO at Norampac.

The Norampac–Trenton facility produces corrugating medium with an annual production capacity of 150,000 metric tons.

Founded in 1964, Cascades produces, converts, and markets packaging and tissue products composed mainly of recycled fibers. The company employs close to 12,000 men and women, who work in more than 100 units in North America and Europe.

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