OjiFS Announces Simplified Management Structure

MEDIA STATEMENT - 15 May 2025

Oji Fibre Solutions (OjiFS) has today announced management changes to align with its new business model, with its CEO stepping aside to lead the Company as Transition Chair and appointing a reduced leadership team, effective 01 July. 

CEO Dr Jon Ryder said:“The plan to cease papermaking at Kinleith Mill, announced earlier this year, means Oji Fibre solutions will become a simpler organisation with two manufacturing Business Units operating independently. Our Central North Island operations will focus on market pulp for export, and our packaging facilities will continue to produce fibre-based packaging for the local primary sector.” 

The leadership changes include the appointment of two executives leading each Business Unit and reporting directly to the OjiFS Board of Directors.Today’s announcement also outlines changes to right-size the OjiFS head office, with streamlined corporate services to support the manufacturing units. 

“These changes are another step in our plan to improve our financial position. They also reflect the changing needs of our new structure,” said Dr Ryder.

“I am very proud of the efforts of my leadership team, particularly over the past year. We have worked hard to restructure the business, while continuing to supply our customers.

“There is more work to do before we fully return the company to profit, but the end of June will mark a significant milestone in our plan,” said Dr Ryder. 

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Ellie Martel, Senior Account Director, Wright Communications, 0204 174 7226.