NAICS 322122 - Newsprint Mills
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing newsprint and uncoated groundwood paper from pulp. These establishments may manufacture or purchase pulp. In addition, the establishments may also convert the paper they make.
Industry trends:
The newsprint mills industry (NAICS 322122) is currently experiencing notable shifts influenced by several qualitative trends. One significant trend is the continued decline in demand for traditional newsprint due to the ongoing shift from print to digital media. Print newspaper circulation continues to fall, and advertising revenues are migrating online, putting pressure on newsprint mills to adapt or downscale production. Additionally, sustainability and the environmental impact of paper manufacturing have become critical concerns, pushing mills towards more eco-friendly production processes and the adoption of recycled fibers.
Moreover, technological advancements in paper production are leading to increased automation and efficiency, which could reduce operational costs but might also result in workforce reductions. As newsprint mills strive to remain competitive, diversification into other paper products such as packaging materials is becoming more common. The global supply chain disruptions caused by pandemics and geopolitical tensions have also forced mills to re-evaluate their supply chains and increase local sourcing to mitigate risks.
Forecasts for the near future suggest a continued decline in the traditional newsprint market but highlight potential growth in areas such as sustainable and specialty papers. Some mills are likely to invest in innovation and technology to create high-quality, eco-friendly products, catering to niche markets that value sustainability. Regulations regarding forest management and climate change will also play a significant role in shaping industry practices and strategies moving forward.
This industry is comprised of:
Groundwood paper products (e.g., publication and printing paper, tablet stock, wallpaper base) made in newsprint mills
Groundwood paper, newsprint, made in paper mills
Newsprint mills
Newsprint paper, manufacturing
Paper mills, newsprint
Paper mills, uncoated groundwood
Paper, newsprint and uncoated groundwood, manufacturing
Pulp and newsprint combined manufacturing
Pulp mills and groundwood paper, uncoated and untreated, manufacturing
Pulp mills producing newsprint paper
Uncoated groundwood paper mills
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