American Industrial Partners to acquire International Paper's Global Cellulose Fibers Division

* American Industrial Partners (AIP) on Thursday said it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF) division of International Paper (NYSE:IP [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/IP]).
* The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including the receipt of required regulatory approvals, and is expected to close in Q4 2025.
* GCF is a leading producer of fluff pulp, high quality softwood pulp, and modified fibers at its manufacturing facilities across the U.S., Canada, and Poland. GCF employs approximately 3,300 highly experienced associates and in 2024 generated approximately $2.5 billion in annual revenue, highlighted the company.
* IP +1.21% premarket to $47.58.
* Source: Press Release [https://seekingalpha.com/pr/20208094-american-industrial-partners-to-acquire-international-papers-global-cellulose-fibers-business]

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