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.
Learn more about the conversion
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.
Paper Excellence Group Rebrands as Domtar
PROFILE: Ellie Southern
Domtar Corporation Donates $25,000 to Aid Disaster Relief in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia
Domtar’s Jan Martin, Ellie Southern Visit with Legislators in Washington, D.C.
PROFILE: Tori Gilliam
Kingsport’s Holub Receives PIMA Brookshire Moore Superintendent of the Year Award
Kingsport Mill Welcomes Retirees for Old-Fashioned Homecoming
Domtar’s Randy Adams Receives Pulp and Paper Safety Association’s Highest Honor
Domtar Corporation Announces Partnership with U.S. Army PaYS Program
Domtar Hosts ETSU Engineering Students for Kingsport Mill Tour
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.
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.
Kingsport Mill Reopens, Announces Corrugated Recycling Partnership
Kingsport Mill Conversion Project Wins Prestigious PPSA Safety Award
Domtar celebrates transformation of Kingsport Mill
Communication is Key to Safety in Massive Conversion Project
Domtar hosts ribbon-cutting, announces Food City partnership
Celebrating the Kingsport Mill Grand Reopening
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.
