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International Paper to Close Facilities in California and Kentucky

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
300
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~0.8%
PLANNED DATE
Jan 31, 2026
300 OF 39,000 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: California, Kentucky.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

International Paper has announced plans to close facilities in California and Kentucky. While specific employee counts have not been disclosed, the closures are part of a broader strategy to streamline operations. The company is responding to market conditions and aims to enhance efficiency. The exact timeline for these closures has not been provided, leaving uncertainty regarding the impact on the workforce. This decision reflects ongoing challenges in the industry and the company's efforts to adapt to changing demands.

International Paper Company cut 300 jobs as of January 31, 2026.

That is roughly 0.8% of the 39,000 people International Paper Company employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 44 layoff events at International Paper Company since October 2023, affecting a combined 9,679 employees.

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Estimated figure based on news reporting. Not yet confirmed by International Paper Company.

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International Paper CompanyIP
Consumer Cyclical · 39,000 employees
44
EVENTS TRACKED
11K
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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CREATED DEC 24, 2025LAST UPDATED DEC 31, 2025