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Discover the most comprehensive global database of over 6,000 pulp, paper, and packaging companies—complete with full company names, mill sites, locations, operational status, and contact-ready details.
ASIA PACIFIC REGION
Asia Pacific represents the largest concentration of pulp and paper manufacturers globally, with over 1,500+ companies across the region. China dominates with approximately 800+ mills and companies, including industry giants like Nine Dragons Paper Holdings, with extensive operations across Jiangsu, Guangdong, Shandong, and Anhui provinces. India follows with 500+ companies, featuring major players such as ITC Limited (with multiple specialty paperboard mills), Ballarpur Industries, Hindustan Paper Mills, and numerous regional board manufacturers across Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh. Japan contributes 200+ companies including Daio Paper Corporation, Nippon Paper Industries, and specialty manufacturers. Southeast Asian nations including Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam add 150+ combined facilities, while South Korea, Philippines, and Australia contribute another 100+ manufacturing sites.
NORTH AMERICA REGION
North America hosts approximately 1,200+ pulp, paper, and packaging companies across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The United States dominates with 1,000+ mills and manufacturing facilities, anchored by International Paper Company with over 100 North American locations spanning from California to New York. Other major U.S. players include Packaging Corporation of America (50+ sites), Georgia-Pacific Corporation, Domtar Corp. (operating 40+ U.S. facilities), and Clearwater Paper Corporation. Canada contributes 150+ companies, with Domtar Corp., Resolute Forest Products, and Paper Excellence operating multiple mills across British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec, and the Atlantic provinces. Mexico adds 50+ manufacturing and converting facilities operated by International Paper, Grupo ENCE, and regional corrugated box manufacturers across Veracruz, Mexico City, and Nuevo Leon.
EUROPE REGION
Europe hosts 1,053+ pulp, paper, and packaging companies across 29 countries, making it a significant industrial hub. Germany leads with 150 companies, featuring major manufacturers like Haindl Paper and Stora Enso's European operations. Italy follows with 120 companies including numerous cartiera (small-medium mills) and specialty producers. Spain contributes 100 companies with leading players in corrugated packaging and tissue manufacturing. France adds 90 companies across specialty papers, tissue, and corrugated sectors. Poland emerges as Eastern Europe's hub with 80 companies, while the United Kingdom, Sweden, and Finland each contribute 70, 60, and 55 companies respectively, specializing in tissue, newsprint, and fine papers. Additional significant contributors include Austria (45), Czech Republic (40), Hungary (35), Belgium (30), Portugal (28), and Romania (25). Nordic and Baltic nations including Greece, Croatia, Serbia, Slovakia, Netherlands, Denmark, Lithuania, Bulgaria, Slovenia, Latvia, Cyprus, Estonia, Malta, Luxembourg, and Iceland collectively add 110+ facilities.
LATIN AMERICA REGION
Latin America comprises approximately 350+ pulp, paper, and packaging companies concentrated in Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, and Colombia. Brazil dominates with 200+ companies, anchored by giants like Suzano S.A., Irani Papel e Embalagem, Eldorado Brasil Celulose, and Klabin S.A., with major operations in São Paulo, Santa Catarina, and Paraná states. Mexico contributes 50+ facilities beyond North American operations, including regional corrugated and tissue manufacturers. Argentina hosts 30+ companies with players like Interpack S.A. and regional producers. Colombia, Venezuela, Chile, and Peru collectively add 70+ manufacturing sites focused on packaging and tissue products. Central American nations including Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, and Panama contribute another 40+ smaller converting facilities.
AFRICA REGION
Africa hosts approximately 80+ pulp, paper, and packaging companies, with significant concentration in North Africa and Southern Africa. Egypt leads with 25+ companies including Islamic Paper Manufacturing, Al Minufiyah mills, and Interpac operations, primarily focused on newsprint and packaging. Morocco contributes 15+ companies with producers like Jeesr Industries serving regional markets. Nigeria operates 10+ facilities including Jebba Paper Mills and smaller converting operations. South Africa hosts 15+ companies with tissue and packaging manufacturers. Kenya, Ethiopia, Ghana, and other Sub-Saharan nations collectively operate 15+ mills and converting centers focused on local market supply.
MIDDLE EAST REGION
The Middle East contains approximately 50+ pulp, paper, and packaging companies, concentrated in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Iraq. The United Arab Emirates leads with 20+ companies including Ittihad Pulp Mill, Emirates Fine Tissue Industry, and Emirates Paper Mills based in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Iran contributes 15+ companies including Iran Wood Paper Industries and Chouka Pulp Paper operations. Saudi Arabia hosts 10+ tissue and packaging manufacturers. Iraq, Oman, and other Gulf states collectively add 5+ smaller converting facilities serving regional demand.
OCEANIA REGION
Oceania comprises approximately 60+ pulp, paper, and packaging companies, primarily concentrated in Australia and New Zealand. Australia dominates with 45+ companies including Asaleo Care Ltd. (tissue and hygiene products), Visy Industries (corrugated packaging), and regional tissue manufacturers. New Zealand contributes 15+ companies including Carter Holt Harvey operations (historically significant) and smaller specialty paper producers serving the Australasian market. Pacific Island nations add minimal additional capacity with fewer than 10 combined facilities.
GLOBAL SUMMARY BY CONTINENT:
Asia Pacific: 1,500+ companies
North America: 1,200+ companies
Europe: 1,053+ companies
Latin America: 350+ companies
Africa: 80+ companies
Middle East: 50+ companies
Oceania: 60+ companies
Total Global Database: 6,000+ companies
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