- link Copy Url - [ Share on twitter ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Sofidel Celebrates Groundbreaking of Duluth Expansion https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1289596?absolute=1&via=3blnews "link to 3 B L Media's Twitter") - [ Share on linkedin ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1289596?absolute=1 "link to 3 B L Media's Linkedin") - [ Share on facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1289596?absolute=1 "link to 3 B L Media's Facebook") - [ email Share via email ](mailto:?subject=Sofidel Celebrates Groundbreaking of Duluth Expansion&body=ESG News from Sofidel Group https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1289596?absolute=1 "Share via email") [Events, Media & Communications](/CSR-News/events-media-communications) # Sofidel Celebrates Groundbreaking of Duluth Expansion Apr 11, 2025 5:15 PM ET ![Duluth paper mill](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_2x/public/images/Duluth-Expansion_Sofidel_41125.jpg) !["."](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_2x/public/images/Luigi%20in%20mill_0.jpg) ![people sitting in an audience ](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_2x/public/images/Sofidel_Duluth_2025.jpeg) !["."](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_2x/public/images/1st%20option%203%20best%20pic%20so%20far.jpg) !["."](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_2x/public/images/additional%201.jpg) !["."](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_2x/public/images/Sofidel%20Executive%20Leadership.jpg) !["."](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_2x/public/images/1st%20option%203%20Elected%20officials.jpg) ![Duluth paper mill](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/Duluth-Expansion_Sofidel_41125.jpg?h=c673cd1c) !["."](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/Luigi%20in%20mill_0.jpg?h=938d15c2) ![people sitting in an audience ](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/Sofidel_Duluth_2025.jpeg?h=29234840) !["."](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/1st%20option%203%20best%20pic%20so%20far.jpg?h=10d202d3) !["."](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/additional%201.jpg?h=10d202d3) !["."](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/Sofidel%20Executive%20Leadership.jpg?h=10d202d3) !["."](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/1st%20option%203%20Elected%20officials.jpg?h=10d202d3) DULUTH, Minn., April 11, 2025 /3BL/ - Sofidel proudly marked the beginning of a new chapter in its Duluth mill with a groundbreaking ceremony for expansion. Sofidel’s CEO Luigi Lazzareschi, Governor Tim Walz, Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert, our design-build project partner Hansen-Rice, and vendors were in attendance to celebrate the company's continued investment in the community. The ceremony included remarks from Sofidel executives, who spoke about the significance of this expansion for the city and the company. *"Today marks another milestone in Sofidel's history. With this expansion, Sofidel further strengthens its presence in the U.S., enabling us to better serve our communities and stakeholders," said CEO Luigi Lazzareschi.* *“Hansen-Rice is honored to partner with Sofidel on this significant expansion,” said Chris Miles, Business Manager at Hansen-Rice, Inc. “This project exemplifies our shared commitment with Sofidel to deliver quality, innovation, and sustainable growth. As we lead the work ahead, we’re excited to help deliver meaningful outcomes for Sofidel, their customers, and the Duluth community.”* Sofidel acquired the Duluth paper mill in January 2024. The company will expand the existing facility into an integrated, state-of-the-art production plant, creating additional 160 jobs. Sofidel will also build an automated warehouse for product storage and distribution. The completed project size will be about 600,000 square feet and be completed by the third quarter of 2026. This project strengthens Sofidel’s regional presence, supports economic growth, and reinforces our commitment to sustainability. The development reflects our long-term investment in Minnesota and Duluth, made possible by strong public and private partnerships. The event concluded with the ceremonial groundbreaking, symbolizing the start of construction for the new facilities. [![Sofidel logo](/sites/default/files/2025-10/Screenshot%202025-10-15%20at%204.40.09%E2%80%AFPM.png)](/profiles/sofidel) ### More from Sofidel Group ###### [Sofidel Continues Its Expansion in the U.S. $775 Million Investment Finalized for Inola, Oklahoma](/news/sofidel-continues-its-expansion-us-775-million-investment-finalized-inola-oklahoma) Mar 11, 2026 11:45 AM ET ###### [Sofidel is Guided by Values and Driven by Responsibility](/news/sofidel-guided-values-and-driven-responsibility) Feb 3, 2026 8:05 AM ET ###### [CDP Once Again Recognizes Sofidel’s Environmental Commitment](/news/cdp-once-again-recognizes-sofidels-environmental-commitment) Jan 23, 2026 1:05 PM ET ###### [Sofidel Further Expands Its Production Capacity in the United States](/news/sofidel-further-expands-its-production-capacity-united-states) Oct 16, 2025 10:45 AM ET ###### [Sofidel Awarded the EcoVadis ESG Rating Platinum Medal for Its Commitment to Sustainability](/news/sofidel-awarded-ecovadis-esg-rating-platinum-medal-its-commitment-sustainability) Sep 30, 2025 8:10 AM ET ###### [Sofidel Strengthens U.S. Operations With Third Paper Machine Startup at Circleville Plant](/news/sofidel-strengthens-us-operations-third-paper-machine-startup-circleville-plant) Sep 5, 2025 11:35 AM ET ###### [Sofidel Commits to Net Zero by 2050](/news/sofidel-commits-net-zero) Aug 20, 2025 9:05 AM ET ###### [I Take Care of You – “Acting According to Nature”: Here Are the 10 Winning Schools](/news/i-take-care-you-acting-according-nature-here-are-10-winning-schools) Aug 11, 2025 9:05 AM ET