Santa Catarina, October 11, 2017 – Next Monday (October 16), Klabin will shut down the Correia Pinto Unit in Santa Catarina for general maintenance, which will last until October 26.The shutdown involves the suspension of operations at the plant for inspection and maintenance of all the equipment in order to ensure operational safety and quality of the production process.

To carry out the maintenance activities, about 1,100 workers were hired, which will bring economic benefits to the city of Correia Pinto since the movement of people in the region will increase considerably.During the period, there will be an increase in property rentals and hotel occupancy, and busier commercial activity in general.

While the Maintenance Shutdown procedures are being carried out at the unit, variations in odor and noise from the plant may be noticed.However, Klabin emphasizes that these possible changes do not cause any damage to health or the environment.

About Klabin

Klabin is the largest producer and exporter of paper for packaging in Brazil, the only company in the country to offer a one-stop solution in hardwood, softwood and fluff pulp, and the leader in corrugated board packaging and industrial bags markets. Founded in 1899, it has 17 industrial units in Brazil and one in Argentina.

With its entire management guided by sustainable development, Klabin pursues integrated and responsible growth that combines profitability, social development and environmental commitment. Klabin has been a component of the Corporate Sustainability Index (ISE) of BM&FBovespa since 2014. It is also a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact and the Brazilian Pact to Eradicate Slave Labor, and seeks suppliers and business partners that share its values of ethics, transparency and respect for the principles of sustainability.