News | April 24, 2012

Atlas Holdings Announces Acquisition Of Marcal Paper Mills, LLC

Atlas Holdings LLC recently announced the acquisition of Marcal Paper Mills, LLC, a paper company based in Elmwood Park, New Jersey, by Soundview Paper Company LLC, an Atlas entity.  With the acquisition of Marcal, Soundview Paper Company is positioned to be a leading world class manufacturer and distributor of finished paper products under the Marcal Brand and for private label customers including tissue, towel and napkin products.

“Atlas Holdings is pleased to announce the acquisition of Marcal Paper Mills, LLC, a historic paper company, by Soundview. Soundview fits well with our core strategy of investing in and revitalizing businesses that are critical to the markets they serve in partnership with deeply experienced management teams,” said Tim Fazio, Managing Partner at Atlas Holdings.

“The Soundview employees have unparalleled experience in the tissue business and are a welcome addition to the Atlas family. We are excited about this acquisition and eager to grow this new business alongside our experienced Soundview associates, valued suppliers and customers,” added Fazio.

Atlas Holdings owns and operates more than 70 facilities with nearly 8,000 employees worldwide. Its businesses are engaged in a broad spectrum of industries, including pulp and paper manufacturing, food and agriculture, wood products and building materials, packaging, capital equipment, and industrial and business services. Atlas Holdings specializes in the purchase and revitalization of middle-market companies in distress or facing complex issues, including bankruptcy reorganizations, restructurings and challenging corporate divestitures. Atlas works closely with its operating partners and management teams to build strong standalone companies that can sustain long-term success.  For more information, visit, www.atlasholdingsllc.com.

SOURCE:  Atlas Holdings LLC