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Newsprint remains a meaningful industrial paper category in the United States — not for newspaper publishing alone, but increasingly for void fill, garment cutting, packing material, and a wide range of light-duty industrial applications. The North American newsprint supplier base has consolidated dramatically over the past two decades, with capacity declining roughly 75 percent since 2000 as digital media displaced print. The remaining suppliers operate at scale and serve both the surviving publishing market and the growing industrial newsprint segment.
This guide profiles the leading newsprint paper suppliers serving US buyers in 2026, including domestic mills and major Canadian producers with established US distribution. Both groups are essential to understanding the market, and most US-based industrial buyers source from a mix.
How This List Was Built
Inclusion criteria focused on active newsprint production capacity serving the US market in 2026, scale of supply (excluding pure brokers and resellers), and demonstrated coverage of both publishing and industrial newsprint applications. We included Canadian producers because they account for a major share of the newsprint volume consumed by US buyers, and excluding them would misrepresent the market.
The Top 10 Newsprint Suppliers
1. North Pacific Paper Company (NORPAC)
Headquarters: Longview, Washington
Established: 1979
NORPAC is the only major standalone US newsprint producer and one of the most recognized newsprint mill operators in North America. With more than 40 years of production history, NORPAC supplies newsprint to customers across North America and globally, with a reputation for excellent runnability, printability, and consistency. The company is owned by One Rock Capital Partners. NORPAC also serves industrial newsprint buyers — directory paper, book grade paper, and groundwood printing and writing paper. They are the default first-choice US-domestic newsprint supplier for buyers requiring American sourcing.
Key products: Newsprint, directory paper, book grade paper, groundwood printing and writing paper
Industries served: Newspaper publishing, industrial packaging, garment cutting, void fill
2. Resolute Forest Products
Headquarters: Montreal, Quebec (significant US operations)
Established: 2007 (AbitibiBowater merger)
Resolute is the largest newsprint producer in North America by volume, with six mills and seven newsprint machines across Canada and the US. Their economy of scale and geographic diversity give them advantages when demand and pricing fluctuate. Resolute supplies the majority of newsprint to US East Coast and Midwest publishers and industrial buyers. Their Calhoun, Tennessee mill historically produced uncoated groundwood for newsprint and related grades. Resolute is the volume leader for any buyer with significant tonnage requirements.
Key products: Newsprint (multiple grades), uncoated groundwood, specialty groundwood
Industries served: Newspaper publishing, commercial printing, packaging, industrial newsprint applications
3. Catalyst Paper / Paper Excellence
Headquarters: Richmond, British Columbia
Established: 1908 (originally Powell River Paper)
Catalyst Paper, owned by Paper Excellence, operates major newsprint capacity at its Crofton Mill near Duncan, BC and the Powell River Mill on the Sunshine Coast. The company supplies primarily Western US customers and has significant export reach. Catalyst is a top three newsprint producer for the US West Coast market and a relevant supplier for buyers in Western states.
Key products: Newsprint, specialty groundwood, uncoated mechanical papers
Industries served: Western US publishers, industrial packaging, West Coast distribution
4. Kruger Inc.
Headquarters: Montreal, Quebec
Established: 1904
Kruger is one of the largest privately-owned paper producers in North America, operating three mills with five newsprint machines in eastern Canada. Their newsprint serves publishers and industrial buyers throughout the US East Coast and Northeast. As a private company, Kruger discloses less than public competitors, but their volume and consistent supply make them a top-tier newsprint source for any US buyer with eastern distribution.
Key products: Newsprint, specialty groundwood, mechanical printing papers
Industries served: East Coast US publishers, industrial packaging, commercial printing
5. White Birch Paper
Headquarters: Greenwich, Connecticut
Established: Long-established newsprint producer
White Birch operates five paper machines across three mills, with strong representation in the US Northeast newsprint market. The company is also an active exporter, which gives them flexibility when North American demand fluctuates. Their newsprint serves both publishing and industrial customers, with particular depth in the Northeast distribution network.
Key products: Newsprint, specialty groundwood, mechanical papers
Industries served: Northeast US publishers, industrial newsprint, export markets
6. Inland Empire Paper Company
Headquarters: Spokane, Washington
Established: 1911
Inland Empire Paper is a US-based newsprint producer serving the Western US. Located in the Spokane area alongside other Pacific Northwest paper operations, Inland Empire has historically supplied West Coast publishers and industrial buyers. While their production scale is smaller than Resolute or Catalyst, they offer Western US customers a domestic-sourced alternative.
Key products: Newsprint, mechanical printing paper
Industries served: Western US newspapers, industrial buyers in the Pacific Northwest
7. Alberta Newsprint Company (ANC)
Headquarters: Whitecourt, Alberta
Established: 1990
Alberta Newsprint Company (ANC) operates one of the newest and most efficient newsprint mills in North America. With one mill, one paper machine, and a dedicated power plant, ANC has competitive cost economics that industry observers say make capacity closure extremely unlikely. Many industry insiders project that ANC could eventually become the last large North American newsprint producer. ANC serves both Canadian and US markets with high-quality newsprint.
Key products: High-grade newsprint, modern integrated production
Industries served: North American publishers, industrial newsprint buyers
8. Ponderay Newsprint Company
Headquarters: Newport, Washington
Established: 1989
Ponderay Newsprint operates a newsprint mill outside Spokane, Washington and has been a primary newsprint supplier to West Coast publishers, occasionally serving as the only available supplier to portions of the Southwest US. Following the end of their relationship with Resolute Forest Products, Ponderay took over its own management and marketing. They remain a relevant Western US newsprint source.
Key products: Newsprint for publishing and industrial applications
Industries served: West Coast US publishers, Southwest distribution
9. Greenfirst Forest Products
Headquarters: Vancouver, BC (acquired Rayonier and Resolute mills)
Established: Greenfirst expanded into pulp and paper through 2021–2022 acquisitions
Greenfirst Forest Products entered the newsprint market through strategic acquisitions of operating mills and is now a meaningful player in the North American newsprint supply chain. Their production capacity serves both Canadian and US markets, and they represent one of the more recent capacity additions in an industry that has been steadily consolidating.
Key products: Newsprint, mechanical pulp paper
Industries served: North American publishers, industrial newsprint
10. Horizon Paper (Distribution and Brokerage)
Headquarters: Connecticut
Established: 1988
Horizon Paper is the leading US newsprint broker and distributor, representing major mills including Alberta Newsprint, Catalyst, Greenfirst, Inland Empire, Kruger, NORPAC, Resolute, and White Birch. With more than 35 years of account management experience, Horizon serves US publishers and industrial buyers as a single sourcing partner across multiple mill brands. For buyers who want one supplier relationship that draws from multiple mills, Horizon is the dominant intermediary in the US newsprint market.
Key products: Multi-mill newsprint distribution, lightweight grades, directory paper, specialty groundwood
Industries served: US publishers, industrial newsprint buyers seeking single-source procurement
Comparison at a Glance
| Supplier | Type | Coverage Region |
| NORPAC | US producer (only major standalone) | National US |
| Resolute Forest Products | Canadian producer with US ops | Eastern US, Midwest, national |
| Catalyst Paper / Paper Excellence | Canadian producer | Western US |
| Kruger Inc. | Canadian producer | Eastern US, Northeast |
| White Birch Paper | Canadian producer with US HQ | Northeast US, export |
| Inland Empire Paper | US producer | Western US |
| Alberta Newsprint Company | Canadian producer | North America |
| Ponderay Newsprint | US producer | Western US, Southwest |
| Greenfirst Forest Products | Canadian (recent expansion) | North America |
| Horizon Paper | US broker / distributor | National US, multi-mill |
Industrial Newsprint vs Publishing Newsprint
Newsprint sold to publishers is engineered for high-speed press performance — tensile strength, brightness, opacity, and runnability all matter. Newsprint sold for industrial use (void fill, packing, garment cutting, painting masking) is far less demanding on these properties. Many industrial buyers purchase off-spec, lower-brightness, or shorter-roll newsprint that publishers reject — and pay significantly less. Several mills on this list run dedicated industrial newsprint grades alongside their publishing-grade production.
Specifications That Matter for Industrial Newsprint Buyers
- Basis weight (typically 40–49 gsm; lighter grades available for void fill)
- Roll dimensions — width, diameter, core size
- Brightness (less critical for industrial use)
- Tear strength for handling stress
- Moisture content (typically 5–8 percent)
- Recycled content if relevant
- Whether the roll is a virgin run or off-spec / mill remnant
- Inkjet/laser printer compatibility if used for printable applications
Frequently Asked Questions
Is newsprint still being produced in significant quantities?
Yes, although volumes have declined dramatically since 2000. Newsprint demand fell about 75 percent from 2000 to 2020 and continues to decline at roughly 10 percent per year as digital media replaces print. Surviving mills have consolidated capacity, with several converting to packaging grades. Industrial newsprint demand has partially offset some of the publishing decline.
Where is most US newsprint actually produced?
The US currently has approximately five to six operating newsprint mills, including NORPAC, Inland Empire, and Ponderay in Washington state. The remaining capacity is split among Canadian mills (Resolute, Kruger, Catalyst, ANC, Greenfirst, White Birch) that ship newsprint into the US market. NORPAC is the only major fully-US mill that has historically focused exclusively on the US domestic market.
Are tariffs still a factor in US newsprint pricing?
US tariffs imposed on Canadian newsprint in 2018 were short-lived and largely overturned. As of 2026, most Canadian newsprint enters the US without major tariff impact. However, tariff policy can shift, and buyers should verify current trade conditions when planning long-term contracts.
Can I buy newsprint in small quantities for industrial use?
Yes. Brokers like Horizon Paper, plus regional paper distributors, sell newsprint by the roll or partial pallet. Direct mill purchase typically requires substantial volume. For buyers needing less than a truckload, distributors are the right channel.
What is the difference between standard newsprint and recycled newsprint?
Standard newsprint uses primarily virgin mechanical pulp. Recycled newsprint uses post-consumer or post-industrial waste paper. Performance is similar for industrial use, with recycled grades costing less and offering a sustainability story. For publishing, standard newsprint usually delivers better print results.
The Bottom Line
The US newsprint market is supplied by a handful of US mills (NORPAC, Inland Empire, Ponderay) and a larger group of Canadian producers (Resolute, Kruger, Catalyst, ANC, Greenfirst, White Birch) with established US distribution. NORPAC leads US-domestic supply. Resolute leads volume. Horizon Paper dominates multi-mill distribution. For high-volume industrial newsprint, Resolute and Horizon are the most efficient routes. For US-content procurement, NORPAC is the default. Match supply geography to your distribution footprint, verify current capacity (this market is changing fast), and lock in pricing structures with realistic volume commitments.
