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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Irving Tissue Expands Macon, Georgia, Production Operations

12/03/2024
Tissue products producing company Irving Tissue plans to expand its production operations in Macon, Georgia. The $600 million project is expected to create 100 jobs.

The investment at the company’s existing facility, located in the Sofkee Industrial Park, will increase its annual ThruAir Dry capacity by 75,000 tonnes.

“I am very pleased to announce our Phase 3 expansion at Irving Tissue Macon. The $600 million investment will add another 100 jobs and include a third ThruAir Dry paper making machine, additional converting lines, and a new fully automated warehouse,” said company President Robert K. Irving. “It’s another great day for our employees, customers, Irving Tissue, and J.D. Irving. On top of the growth in Macon, this investment will also provide growth in our home region of the northeast – Maine and New Brunswick.”

Regional Project Manager Candice Scott represented the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s (GDEcD) Global Commerce team on the project in partnership with the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority.

“Over the last five years, Irving Tissue has demonstrated what it means to become a part of the fabric of the community,” noted GDEcD Commissioner Pat Wilson. “Each expansion builds on the partnerships and collaboration that helped Irving Tissue fulfill its prior commitments to Macon-Bibb County, supported by the state’s business-friendly environment and world class logistics infrastructure that will connect Irving’s Macon facility to markets across the East Coast. Congratulations to Irving Tissue and the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority!”

Irving Tissue, part of Irving Consumer Products, produces household store brand paper products for North American retailers.

“Working with Irving over the past five years has been an incredible journey,” added Chairman Robby Fountain, Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority (MBCIA). “From the moment they arrived in Macon, they became a valued part of our community, and it’s been amazing to see how they’ve grown and thrived here. This expansion is a testament to their hard work and dedication, as well as the strong connection they’ve built with Macon.”

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