2011
Woodland Pulp weighs plans for LP mill
The corporate owner of the pulp mill in Baileyville has acquired from the Louisiana-Pacific (LP) Corporation the former oriented-strand board (OSB) mill that is next to the pulp mill.
Business & Development
2011
Company seeks to increase options for renewable energy
Two Maine men have added a new company, Electricity Maine, to their roster of KEAN Engineering and KEAN Energy as a part of their entrepreneurial vision of renewable energy business development in the state.
2011
Marlow decides not to purchase Eastport property
David Marlow of Marlow Yachts has decided not to purchase city-owned property at Deep Cove Road in Eastport for a yacht repair or production facility with a possible boatbuilding educational component.
2011
Slaughterhouse to aid farmers
A large man with a kind smile, Clayton Blake is the sort of person who instills trust. In his business this trait is important.
2011
Pulp mill’s switch to natural gas may save $12 million annually
Woodland Pulp LLC plans to begin construction of a natural gas line to power its mill in Baileyville in early June. The mill's owners expect to be able to recoup the $12 million cost for the new gas line in one year, through avoided costs for oil payments.
2011
Development authority seeks expanded role with legislation
The Washington County Development Authority (WCDA) is "fighting for its survival," says WCDA board Chairman Harold Prescott. Its survival hinges on the ability to raise funds for economic development projects within the county.
2011
Pulp mill increasing production by 15%
The owners of the pulp mill in Woodland are aiming to increase production by 15% or more in order to improve the stability and profitability of the operation.