West Fraser announces closure of Hinton Pulp sale
by CM Staff
West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. announced that the Company has completed the sale of its Hinton Pulp mill to Mondi Group plc.
VANCOUVER — West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. announced that the Company has completed the sale of its Hinton Pulp mill to Mondi Group plc following completion of Canadian regulatory reviews and satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
“We would like to thank our dedicated employees, the community of Hinton, and the Government of Alberta, for their efforts in helping close this transaction,” said Sean McLaren, President & CEO West Fraser. “The future of the Hinton Pulp mill is bright.”
Hinton Pulp produces unbleached kraft pulp. West Fraser will continue to support the mill through a long-term fibre supply agreement.
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with more than 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe.
