Roseburg Forest Products announced today it has ceased
operations at its Dillard Hardwood Plywood facility and will
exit the hardwood plywood market. This strategic move reflects
the company’s long-term plan to concentrate resources on a more
focused product portfolio with sustained customer demand and
long-term growth potential.
The Dillard Hardwood Plywood plant, part of the company’s
Dillard complex which also includes MDF and lumber production,
was one of the company’s longest-operating facilities. The
plant’s 107 team members are encouraged to apply for open
positions at other facilities and will receive dedicated support
and resources during the transition. All other operations at the
Dillard complex will continue.
While hardwood plywood has been part of Roseburg’s portfolio for
decades, the market has shifted significantly, with lower-cost
imports now accounting for roughly 80% of the U.S. market. The
company’s decision to exit reflects a disciplined approach to
long-term competitiveness and product alignment.
“Successful businesses never stand still, and that’s been true
for Roseburg for 90 years,” said Stuart Gray, President and CEO.
“As we look to the future, we’re sharpening our focus on the
products and capabilities that support the best use of our
high-quality veneers and fiber, backed by continued investment
in operational excellence. That includes our ongoing commitment
to core product lines like engineered wood, MDF, lumber, and
softwood plywood.”
Since April 2023, Roseburg has invested nearly $700 million in
its Southern Oregon operations to support long-term growth and
regional economic vitality. These investments include the launch
of ArmoriteŽ Exterior Trim at the company’s new Dillard
Components facility, as well as upgrades and modernization
efforts across existing plants in Douglas and Coos counties.
“Our hardwood plywood manufacturing legacy extends back to 1952,
and we appreciate everything our operations teams have done to
stay competitive,” Gray said. “But our evolution as an
organization speaks to changing markets, evolving customer needs
and following the best course for long-term success.”
About Roseburg Forest Products
Founded in 1936, Roseburg Forest Products is a privately held
company and one of North America’s leading producers of medium
density fiberboard (MDF), plywood, lumber, exterior trim, and
engineered wood products including I-joists, LVL, and rim board.
The company owns and sustainably manages more than 400,000 acres
of timberland in Oregon, North Carolina, and Virginia, as well
as an export wood chip terminal in Coos Bay, Oregon. Roseburg
products are shipped throughout North America and the Pacific
Rim.
Source: roseburg.com
