Friday, May 10, 2013

Klabin to Build 1.5 Million/mtpy Pulp Mill

Brazilian packaging paper producer Klabin yesterday signed a letter of intent with Paraná state's authorities for the Puma project, which involves the construction of a new 1.5 million tonnes/yr pulp mill in Ortigueira city. The new mill will produce hardwood and softwood pulp, as well as fluff, under Real 6.8 billion ($3.4 billion) investment. Production should begin in 2015.