CMPC Group

“CMPC incorporated as initiating the production of paper, cardboard, and cellulose based on wheat straw in the Puente Alto neighborhood of Santiago.

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“CMPC establishes the first radiata pine plantations in the Biobío region, Chile.

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“CMPC exports pulp for the first time from Chile to clients in South America.

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“Jim and Jimmy Thornberry begin operations in Jeffersonville, Kentucky, developing a new kiln-drying and millwork production facility under Thornberry Enterprises.

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“Recognizing demand for interior millwork, Thornberry Enterprises focuses on finger-joint Poplar production. The Thornberry’s continue to grow their production in Kentucky, adding new clients and programs across North America, consuming finger-joint Poplar products.

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“CMPC USA is founded, creating the first commercial office in the North American market in Atlanta.
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“Powell Valley Millwork becomes a zero-biomass waste facility by installing a wood-fired boiler for kiln-drying operations and a bagging system for animal bedding.

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“Powell Valley Millwork installs one of the first four-sided wood scanners and automated crosscut systems to better utilize wood fiber.

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“Powell Valley Millwork enters the primed moulding market by installing a dual prime line system.

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“CMPC achieves Forest Stewardship Council (FSC®) certification for Sustainable Forest Management.

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“Powell Valley Millwork expands, acquiring a new production facility in Clay City, Kentucky.

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“Powell Valley Millwork enters the custom framing market with new value-added capabilities.

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“CMPC issues the first green bond in the US market, becoming the first Chilean company to issue debt securities.

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“Powell Valley Millwork increases product diversity and volume, expanding the business with new buildings at the Clay City location.

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“CMPC and Powell Valley Millwork engage in the first inquiry regarding domestic production, reflecting the beginning of discussions. Over these two years, conversations and trust grow between Powell Valley Millwork and CMPC, exploring new ideas for approaching the millwork markets in the United States.

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“Powell Valley and CMPC enter into a formal agreement to acquire the facilities in Kentucky, marking CMPC’s first US-based manufacturing operation for both Radiata and Poplar millwork.

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“CMPC officially acquires Powell Valley Millwork in July, receiving positive reception from employees, vendors, and customers. The two companies share similar values, culture, and business philosophy, highlighting their combined strengths to the market. CMPC also begins operations in the USA with Powell Valley Millwork, their first acquisition in the country—a strategic union that allows them to grow and expand their business.

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