Somerset Pulp and Paper Mill, Maine

This paper mill south of Skowhegan is one of a half dozen or so major paper mills still operating in Maine. It is one of two in the state owned by Sappi Limited (previously known as South African Pulp and Paper Industries (SAPPI)), based in Johannesburg. The Somerset Mill is on 2,500 acres, and makes pulp and paper from trees harvested in Maine. The paper it produces is known as “coated freesheet,” which is used for magazines, brochures and direct mail advertising. Some of the popular fashion magazines on the news stands are made with paper from here. Somerset also makes grease-proof food packaging paper.