Paper Mill Breaks Ground on Billion Dollar Expansion
Green Bay Packaging is investing in the Arkansas facility’s infrastructure and replacing key process components as part of the refurbishing and expansion of the plant.
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Green Bay Packaging (GBP), a manufacturer of packaging solutions, is expanding its existing manufacturing facility in Morrilton, Arkansas, with an investment of more than $1 billion. This expansion represents the largest capital investment project in the history of central Arkansas.
The multiyear project will significantly enhance the infrastructure of the mill and underscore the company’s commitment to sustainable practices and operational efficiency. The project also includes the acquisition of approximately 300 acres of land for future investments and expansion, positioning the mill for the long term.
Green Bay Packaging plans to create 35 new jobs as part of the expansion. Currently, Green Bay Packaging has more than 620 employees in Conway County.
As part of a multiyear expansion, Green Bay Packaging will be enhancing the Morrilton facility’s infrastructure and replacing key process components, including the recovery boiler and biomass boiler infrastructure. Green Bay Packaging will also install an electric turbine generator to reduce Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions.
The company has an established presence in Arkansas, operating multiple facilities in the Central Arkansas region. In addition to its Arkansas Kraft Division Campus, Green Bay Packaging operates two facilities in Plumerville, a facility in Conway and another facility in Morrilton.
“For decades, Green Bay Packaging has been a key business presence in Morrilton, making a huge impact on this community and surrounding areas. We’re proud that they are continuing to grow with an investment of more than $1 billion,” said State Senator Breanne Davis. “This is a great day and a big economic development win for Morrilton. Thank you to Green Bay Packaging for continuing to choose Conway County and Arkansas.”
“Green Bay Packaging has been a steadfast supporter of communities throughout north-central Arkansas for decades, said State Representative Rick Beck. “Their enduring commitment to economic growth and community development laid the foundation for this expansion of the Arkansas Kraft Division Facility — bringing together state, county and local government partners. This united effort has created an exciting opportunity for Green Bay Packaging and will deepen their impact in Arkansas.”
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