Transforming Industry, Preserving the Environment

Domtar Packaging Kingsport Mill

Our Commitment to Sustainability

Embracing the Future at Domtar Kingsport

Opened in 1916, Domtar’s Kingsport, Tennessee, mill is a downtown landmark with an ideal industrial location on the South Fork Holston River. In January 2023, the mill officially became Domtar’s first 100 percent recycled containerboard facility manufacturing linerboard for corrugated boxes. 

The mill is home to the second-largest recycled containerboard machine in North America. As the largest recycled manufacturer in Tennessee, the mill can produce approximately 600,000 tons of high-quality recycled linerboard and corrugated medium annually.

The revitalized Kingsport Mill showcases cutting-edge technology and innovative processes that enhance Domtar’s ability to meet the growing demand within the industry. The conversion of the mill aligns strategically with the company’s long-term vision to build a large and competitive packaging business, as well as its commitment to sustainability.

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A Greener Future With Domtar Kingsport Mill

Revolutionizing Packaging, Preserving Our Planet

The Kingsport Mill is leading the charge in sustainable packaging solutions, directly addressing the pressing environmental challenges of our time. 

Easy Interstate Access

The Kingsport Mill sits in the heart of the city’s downtown. Inbound and outbound trucks routinely traverse busy main roads to reach the mill.

Lithium Ion-Powered Industrial Vehicles

Sustainability lives inside the warehouse, too. We switched from traditional propane or lead acid battery-powered vehicles to a fleet of six lithium ion-powered industrial vehicles to reduce the mill’s carbon footprint and offer safety and maintenance benefits.

Concrete from the Kingsport Mill’s Past Became the Foundation for Its Future

Building on circular economy principles, we used approximately 31,500 tons of concrete and brick left over from the demolition of the previous mill for the foundation of the new facility.

Work to Date

Odor Mitigation

Enhancing community through engaging initiatives, sustainable practices and local collaboration.

Additional Community Investments

Preparing for the future with innovative initiatives and environmental improvements.

Latest News from Domtar Kingsport Mill

Stay informed about our milestones and achievements.

Oct 24 2024

Paper Excellence Group Rebrands as Domtar

Unveils New Brand Identity Representing Bright Company Future; Leading Go-To-Market Brands Largely Remain in Place FORT MILL, SC, October 24, 2024 – Paper...
Oct 15 2024

PROFILE: Ellie Southern

Ellie Southern Job title: Human Resources Generalist  Department: Human Resources  Years with the company: 6  Intern: 2016-2019 Entry-Level HR Advisor:...
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Oct 04 2024

Domtar Corporation Donates $25,000 to Aid Disaster Relief in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia

On Oct. 4, Paper Excellence Group companies Domtar Corporation and Resolute Forest Products announced a $25,000 donation to the non-profit organization Region...
Sep 30 2024

Domtar’s Jan Martin, Ellie Southern Visit with Legislators in Washington, D.C.

Jan Martin, second from left, and Ellie Southern, third from left, met with Senator Bill Hagerty and Senator Marsha Blackburn during their visit to the nation’s capital...
Sep 12 2024

PROFILE: Tori Gilliam

At Domtar, we believe it is our responsibility to contribute to the well-being of the people and places around us. Our team members are not just employees — they are...
Aug 09 2024

Kingsport’s Holub Receives PIMA Brookshire Moore Superintendent of the Year Award

Kingsport Mill Superintendent Lance Holub was one of three Domtar employees honored with 2024 Technical Association of the Paper and Pulp Industry (TAPPI) awards at the...
Jun 28 2024

Kingsport Mill Welcomes Retirees for Old-Fashioned Homecoming

The Kingsport Packaging Mill recently hosted an old-fashioned homecoming for retirees, employees and their families that featured lunch and a tour to see the changes...
Jun 21 2024

Domtar’s Randy Adams Receives Pulp and Paper Safety Association’s Highest Honor

Randy Adams, health and safety manager at Domtar’s Kingsport Mill, recently received the Pulp and Paper Safety Association’s (PPSA) most prestigious honor — the...
Jun 14 2024

Domtar Corporation Announces Partnership with U.S. Army PaYS Program

FORT MILL, South Carolina – June 12, 2024 – Domtar Corporation, a Paper Excellence Group company, on Wednesday announced it has joined the U.S. Army’s PaYS (Partnership...
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Sep 28 2023

Domtar Hosts ETSU Engineering Students for Kingsport Mill Tour

Engineering students from East Tennessee State University and Domtar team members during the recent tour of the Kingsport Mill. KINGSPORT, Tenn. — First-year...
Domtar’s Kingsport Mill Donates $5,000 to Northeast State Community College
Aug 18 2023

Domtar’s Kingsport Mill Donates $5,000 to Northeast State Community College

In a gesture of appreciation, Domtar’s Kingsport Mill presented a $5,000 donation to Northeast State Community College on Friday, Aug. 18.

Domtar Trees to Products Teacher Visit 2023
Jul 27 2023

Teachers Visit Domtar’s Kingsport Mill as Part of Trees to Products Program

Domtar’s Kingsport Mill recently hosted teachers from across the Commonwealth of Virginia as part of the Trees to Products program.

Jul 21 2023

Kingsport Mill Reopens, Announces Corrugated Recycling Partnership

Domtar leaders celebrate the Kingsport Mill’s grand re-opening and the company’s corrugated recycling partnership with Food City leaders in May 2023. Photo Credit: Earl...
Kingsport Mill Conversion Project Wins Prestigious PPSA Safety Award
Jul 14 2023

Kingsport Mill Conversion Project Wins Prestigious PPSA Safety Award

The project to convert the Kingsport Mill into Domtar’s first 100 percent recycled containerboard facility recently received the Pulp & Paper Safety Association’s...
Jun 09 2023

Domtar celebrates transformation of Kingsport Mill

From The Business Journal A ribbon-cutting ceremony usually signals the opening of a new facility. However, the ceremony held at Domtar’s Kingsport Mill last month...
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Jun 09 2023

Communication is Key to Safety in Massive Conversion Project

How do you complete 2.5 million work hours during a major mill conversion without a single lost-time incident? According to Charlie Floyd, vice president, Packaging...
May 25 2023

Domtar hosts ribbon-cutting, announces Food City partnership

From the Kingsport Times News Domtar employees got to see the fruits of their labor for the past two years pay off on Wednesday at the converted Kingsport Mill’s...
May 25 2023

Celebrating the Kingsport Mill Grand Reopening

Domtar executives and employees joined state and local dignitaries for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Kingsport Mill grand reopening celebration. Click here...
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Mar 27 2023

Kingsport Mill’s Construction Workforce

Click here to watch a video recognizing the Kingsport Mill’s construction workforce, which recently surpassed 2.5 million hours without a loss time incident.

Jan 30 2023

Editorial: Domtar’s hard work pays off

The ribbon-cutting will come later, but Domtar’s Kingsport Mill has resumed operations after a two-year, $350 million investment to convert the former uncoated...

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