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This paperfactory, hidden among the pine trees, has had a rich history. It was built in the beginning of the 20th century, in quite hostile terrain, and had more than 300 employees working on the site. During it's existence it has had many ups and downs, but it managed to remain active during the century. At one point the company was on the brink of bankruptcy, and luckily there was a possibility of acquisition. Unfortunately this did not last long, and according to people who worked here, the company stopped existing due to failing and corrupt management. It has now been left alone in the woods...
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This paperfactory, hidden among the pine trees, has had a rich history. It was built in the beginning of the 20th century, in quite hostile terrain, and had more than 300 employees working on the site. During it's existence it has had many ups and downs, but it managed to remain active during the century. At one point the company was on the brink of bankruptcy, and luckily there was a possibility of acquisition. Unfortunately this did not last long, and according to people who worked here, the company stopped existing due to failing and corrupt management. It has now been left alone in the woods...
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Urbex Benelux -
The 1960s were mainly characterized by expansion and economic growth. The factory became a world-renowned paper company. It was during this time that the centenary of the factory was celebrated lavishly.
At the end of 1974, a general crisis ensued that hit the factory badly. Competition from the Eastern bloc and Italy caused prices to drop by up to 30 percent. In 1977 no improvement was noticeable and a reorganization led to 260 layoffs.
Urbex Benelux -
On July 30, 1999, the Italian group ERMOLLI took a majority stake in DENAEYER PAPIER NV. Due to the rising price of cellulose, only losses were recorded in 1999 and a reorganization was underway. There were no layoffs, but there were natural layoffs, which reduced the number of employees. All interim and internship contracts were not renewed and the workforce was reduced from 220 to approximately 179 employees.
A first filing for bankruptcy followed on April 26, 2000, but it was suspended in 2002. Work began on a recovery. Nevertheless, the factory closed its doors permanently on April 26, 2004.
The Westfield River in Russell, MA. The now defunct Westfield River Paper company (closed 1994) is lit up by the early morning sun.
Abandoned aper and cellulose factory.
Sloka paper and cellulose factory, 2008.
Nowadays there are only ruins left.
This paperfactory, hidden among the pine trees, has had a rich history. It was built in the beginning of the 20th century, in quite hostile terrain, and had more than 300 employees working on the site. During it's existence it has had many ups and downs, but it managed to remain active during the century. At one point the company was on the brink of bankruptcy, and luckily there was a possibility of acquisition. Unfortunately this did not last long, and according to people who worked here, the company stopped existing due to failing and corrupt management. It has now been left alone in the woods...
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