Corner Brook Pulp and Paper shuts down for repairs, employee safety highlighted

    Friday, 5 April 2024 10:19

    By Tonya Organ

    Citing employee safety, the company is working closely with Service NL’s Engineering and Inspection Services.

    Corner Brook Pulp and Paper has headed into a temporary shutdown to make repairs to the steam distribution system. Citing employee safety, the company is working closely with Service NL’s Engineering and Inspection Services. Officials will take all necessary measures to ensure that all equipment is compliant with safety regulations and the goal is to start up as soon as possible. Meanwhile, CBPP is evaluating the scope and nature of corrective actions to be implemented. This shutdown does not impact ongoing strategic diversification efforts. The Kruger Company remains committed to making CBPP’s operations sustainable in the long term.

    To report an error, submit a news tip, or provide feedback, please e-mail news@bayfm.ca or call (709) 637-0183.

    More from Local News

     

     

     

    BayFM recognizes support from the following agencies:

                        

    Today's Weather

    • Corner Brook

      Sunny intervals

      High: 10°C | Low: -1°C

    • Deer Lake

      Sunny intervals

      High: 10°C | Low: -2°C

    • Stephenville

      Sunny intervals

      High: 10°C | Low: 1°C

    Recently Played

    Podcasts

    • Qalipu Today

      Qalipu Today, October 28, 2025

      On the next episode of Qalipu Today, Central Vice Chief Colleen Paul will join the conversation.

    • BayFM On-Demand

      Groundhog Day

      Off Broadway Players present Groundhog Day Corner Brook ACC November 13 - 15,

    • Sunday Night Geek

      Sunday Night Geek, October 26, 2025

      Sunday Night Geek, October 26, 2025