Specialty Papermaking
is Back in Port Huron

Backed by strategic investment and over 130 years of history, we’re reopening our doors—ready to lead with sustainable, high-performance specialty papers for today and tomorrow.

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Integrity.
Investment.
Legacy.

Through smart infrastructure investments and a deep commitment to environmental responsibility, we’re building a stronger foundation for the future. Bringing our expert team back ensures stability, while renewed operations reflect our commitment to progress, partnership, and lasting impact

Our Values.

At Legacy Paper, we’re grounded in four core values. Service, Quality, Expertise and ethical practices.  Our location means faster delivery, our product outperforms, we brought back the expert team who knows this mill inside and out, and we’ve invested and will continue to invest in infrastructure and cleanup.

OUTSTANDING SERVICE

Our strategic location means shorter lead times, responsive service & lower freight impact.

Unmatched Quality

We deliver superior performance and finish, engineered for consistency & converting efficiency.

Expertise
DRIVEN

Machine No. 8 is back in motion, led by the experienced team that knows it best.

UNWAVERING INTEGRITY

PFAS remediation complete. Operating with transparency, safety, and environmental care.

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Our Expert Team.

At The Legacy Paper Group, we know that industry expertise is essential for driving innovation and sustainable growth. That’s why we are especially excited to welcome back several valued employees who bring renewed energy, deep knowledge, and a shared commitment to our next chapter. We are proud to announce the return of Mark Bessette, Managing Director; Rod Tibboles, Sales/Customer Service Manager; and Bruce Macrone, Senior Sales Account Manager—three esteemed leaders whose insights were instrumental in the decision to restart Paper Machine #8 (PM8) at our Port Huron facility. Additionally, Tim Wight has rejoined as Legacy Operations Manager, Ryan Crawford continues to drive excellence as Engineering and Maintenance Manager, and Jennifer King-Elsner strengthens our leadership as Finance Director.

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“We’re proud to bring specialty papermaking back to Port Huron, combining over 130 years of history with a passion for quality and innovation.”
Mark Bessette | Managing Director

Specialty
Paper
Product.

Legacy Paper Group produces high-quality, ultra-lightweight specialty papers designed for demanding applications such as packaging for quick-serve restaurants and retail food, candy and confectionery wrappers, and medical packaging and service. Built on over 130 years of papermaking history, our products deliver both the functional performance and sustainability required by today’s leading brands. With a focus on renewable, biodegradable, and compostable solutions, Legacy Paper helps customers meet environmental goals without compromising on quality or reliability.

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Legacy PM 8 General Capabilities and Advantages

Basis Weight: 10.5 to 35 (24 x 36-500)
Maximum Trim: 180” to 186” (depending on basis weight & treatment)
Non-integrated mill using a variety of virgin market pulps to tailor sheet properties to converting & end-use demands
Post-industrial and unbleached fiber availability
Colors: White, Blue-white, Pastels
Ability to produce highly sized and wet strength-containing papers
Refining capabilities offer a wide range of sheet porosity levels
Yankee dryer for smooth MG surface
Additional enhancement of sheet surface properties through calendering
State of the art defect detector & online measurement / control system
FDA Compliance: Approved for direct & indirect food contact (21 CFR 176.170 and 176.180)
Mill site centrally located to much of the converting customer base

WAXING

Basis weight 10.5 to 35.0 (24 x 36-500)
Designs for dry and wet wax converting operations
FDA Compliance: Approved for direct & indirect food contact (21 CFR 176.170 and 176.180)
Post-industrial and unbleached fiber availability
Reduced total cost in use through lower wax pickup to achieve desired properties
High wet tensile products available
Sheet formulations available to provide waxed opacity
Smooth surface for excellent flexographic printing

Laminating & Extruding

Applications include paper to paper, paper to foil, & paper to film using various adhesives
Suitable for polymer extrusion operations
Uniform cross-direction weight & moisture profiles for ease of converting
Excellent printability
Proven cleanliness levels suitable for medical packaging

TWISTING & PIECE WRAP

High strength to prevent wrapper failure
Range of opacities to match end-use requirements
High gloss for excellent print surface
Dead fold characteristics

CHAR RESISTANT

Basis weight 22 to 24 (24 x 36-500)
Designed to minimize browning in rapid-cook commercial ovens
Highly sized for water resistance
Wet strength properties

MEDICAL EXAM TABLE COVER

Basis weight 12.5 to 16.0 (24 x 36-500)
High level of cleanliness
Blue-white shade
Excellent tensile strength
Precise caliper control for proper package fitment
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Rolling Since 1888

Since 1888, our mill has been a cornerstone of Port Huron, evolving through innovation and resilience. Today, as Legacy Paper, we honor this heritage by reopening our doors—reviving local jobs, supporting sustainability, and building on generations of craftsmanship

Contact Us

Reach out to learn more about our products, people, or plans for Port Huron.

ADDRESS

1700 Washington AvePort Huron, MI 48060, USA

PHONE

Rod Tibboles
+1 (810) 941-9985

EMAIL
info@legacypaper.com
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