Kruger Products Starts LDC Tissue Plant in Sherbrooke, October 2024
- The new tissue plant in Sherbrooke, Quebec, features a light dry crepe tissue machine with a capacity of 60,000 metric tons, launched on October 21, 2024.
- The $377.5 million investment includes two converting lines, contributing to the production of over 130,000 metric tons of high-quality tissue products.
- This expansion has created 141 new jobs and positions Kruger Products to grow its market share and product offerings in North America.
In Sherbrooke, Quebec, KP Tissue Inc. and Kruger Products Inc. have completed the construction of a new tissue plant as of October 21, 2024. The facility features a double-width light dry crepe (LDC) tissue machine with a production capacity of 60,000 metric tons. As part of a $377.5 million expansion project, two converting lines were installed: one for facial tissue and another for bathroom tissue, contributing to enhanced production capabilities. The Quebec government supported this initiative with $165 million in loans. Notably, the Sherbrooke site is expected to produce over 130,000 metric tons of premium tissue products, including popular brands like Cashmere UltraLuxe® and Scotties® Ultra Soft. The expansion allows Kruger Products to amplify its product offering while gaining a stronger foothold in the North American market, particularly with products targeting both Canada and the U.S. This project has also created 141 new jobs in the Estrie Region, showcasing a commitment to workforce development within the local community. Officials, including Quebec's Minister of the Economy, praised the technological advancements that the new plant represents for the province's pulp and paper industry. The Sherbrooke plant's official dedication ceremony is anticipated in spring 2025, marking a significant milestone for Kruger Products and further solidifying Sherbrooke as a key hub in tissue manufacturing. The development reflects broader industry trends toward increasing capacity and innovation in response to consumer demands for high-quality tissue products.