With this significant financial investment in new key process technologies, Green Bay Packaging will support efficient and reliable mill operation for decades to come. The value of the order will not be disclosed.
Jonathon Gates, Director of Capital Project Management with Green Bay Packaging, Morrilton mill in Arkansas, commented: “The ANDRITZ team has shown exceptional commitment to fostering collaboration and has actively engaged with us to develop future-proof solutions for this project.”
Jarmo Kaila, Senior Vice President of Pulp and Power North America with ANDRITZ, said: “We are honored that Green Bay Packaging has selected us as a partner for this major modernization project. Our solutions will help to increase the mill’s operational safety and availability while also providing flexibility for future capacity expansions.”
The scope of supply, on an EPS (Engineering, Procurement, Supply) basis, includes:
- Recovery boiler including automation and digitalization solutions such as Smart Smelt Spout Robots, intelligent measurements and condition monitoring solutions as well as process controls
- Lamella evaporation plant
- Biomass-fired power boiler based on the EcoFluid bubbling fluidized bed design
Start-up of the new equipment is scheduled for the second half of 2027. This order underscores ANDRITZ’s strong presence in the U.S. pulp and paper market.
About Green Bay Packaging
Founded in 1933, Green Bay Packaging is a family-owned company that operates over 40 facilities across 16 states. Its operations include corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, and recycled and virgin containerboard mills. The company is committed to the innovative development of its products and forestry resources with a focus on safety, sustainability, quality, and continuous improvement.
