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RYAM to indefinitely suspend Temiscaming HPC plant operations effective July 2, 2024, laying off ~275 employees
RAYONIER ADVANCED MATERIALS INC.
- Indefinite suspension of Temiscaming HPC plant due to market weakness and high costs.
- Plant capacity ~150,000 metric tons; reduces RYAM's global HPC production.
- Approximately 275 layoffs; company will assist employees per collective agreement.
- Adjacent paperboard and high-yield pulp plants continue operating; part of ongoing sales process.
- Decision aims to mitigate operating losses, improve free cash flow and balance sheet.