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Suzano's new pulp mill will be inaugurated by June 2024 in Mato Grosso do Sul
The highly anticipated Suzano pulp mill, part of the Cerrado Project located in Ribas do Rio Pardo, is about to start operations. The company brought forward the schedule and plans to have the new plant operational by June 2024, as announced in a relevant market release.
This anticipation represents a significant change in relation to the previous estimate, which indicated that the factory would only start operating in the second half of 2024. Other details of the project, including the total investment of BRL 22,2 billion, remain unchanged, according to the Campo Grande News website.
Favorable environment for business in Mato Grosso do Sul
During the MS Day event, held in São Paulo, the president of Suzano, Walter Schalka, emphasized the positive environment for business provided by the Government of the State of Mato Grosso do Sul. Schalka highlighted the speed, quality and adequate infrastructure offered by the state, factors that drove the decision to invest significantly in the region.
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The company's president praised the collaborative relationship between the companies and the state government, highlighting the availability of land, competitive forest and industrial areas as determining factors for substantial investments in the area.
Details of the new pulp plant
The new pulp mill will be capable of producing 2,55 million tons of eucalyptus pulp per year, significantly contributing to Suzano's production. During the construction period, the plant is expected to generate around 10 direct jobs at the height of the work, in addition to a substantial number of indirect jobs. Once completed, the unit will employ approximately 3 people, including own and outsourced employees.
The expansion of pulp production capacity is a strategic step for Suzano, which continues to be one of the main companies in the sector. With the new plant, the company will not only strengthen its position in the market, but will also contribute to the region's economic development and job creation.
The anticipation of the operation of the new Suzano pulp mill is promising news for the company, to the market and for the local economy. Monitoring the development of projects like this underscores the importance of the industry and its ability to drive economic growth. With a business-friendly environment and a strategic vision, Suzano is positioned to achieve continued success and contribute to the progress of the region and the pulp industry.
