International Paper plans to build a new 468,000-square-foot sustainable packaging facility in Rankin County, Mississippi, representing a $225 million investment. The company's Board of Directors approved the greenfield project following a review of its manufacturing footprint, according to International Paper.
The facility will be built on an 80-acre site in Brandon, less than 10 miles from the company's existing Richland box plant. Construction is scheduled to begin in June 2026, with operations anticipated in the Q4 2027. Employees at the existing Richland facility will transition to the new plant upon completion.
The investment aims to strengthen International Paper's cost position and improve service capabilities across the Mid-South region.
