Sofidel America Accelerates Growth Amid Strategic Acquisitions

In an exclusive conversation, Brian Uzcategui sat down with Luigi Lazzareschi, CEO of Sofidel, to discuss the company’s current momentum and its recent strategic moves in the North American market.

Mr. Lazzareschi commented on the progress following the acquisition of Clearwater Paper’s operations, a milestone that further strengthened Sofidel’s footprint in the United States. According to the executive, teams are now fully integrated, and the market is performing very well, reflecting the synergy between operations and the company’s commitment to efficiency and quality.

The CEO also highlighted the recent acquisition of Royal Paper, reinforcing Sofidel’s commitment to sustainable growth and the continuous expansion of its production capacity across the continent. He noted that Sofidel America continues to grow at a strong pace, with broad coverage across the western U.S., which provides a logistical advantage compared to other players in the market.

During the interview, Mr. Lazzareschi also discussed the recent startup of the third paper machine in Circleville, an important step to increase production and meet the growing demand for high-quality tissue products in the North American market.

To wrap up, the CEO spoke about the progress made on the expansion of the Duluth, Minnesota plant, which will further strengthen Sofidel’s presence in the region and pave the way for new growth opportunities in the near future.

With a solid strategy and a continued focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational efficiency, Sofidel reaffirms its commitment to advancing the tissue industry in North America and continues to pursue new frontiers for its brands and operations.

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