Sonoco plans $40 million investment to modernize, expand Virginia paperboard mill

• Sonoco plans to invest $40 million over two years to modernize and expand its Richmond, Virginia, paperboard mill.
• The investment will increase annual uncoated recycled paperboard production capacity by approximately 9,000 tons while improving product quality and operating efficiency.
• Construction is expected to begin in early 2027, with initial upgrades focused on paperboard quality and production capabilities.
• A second phase, targeted for completion by the end of 2028, will upgrade pulping operations, water systems and automation.
• The mill is expected to maintain annual output of approximately 120,000 tons throughout construction, with minimal production disruption.

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