Cascades to Close York Plant, Lay Off Nearly 40 Employees

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Cascades, a manufacturer of packaging products, announced it will close its plant in York, Pennsylvania, as well as facilities in Canada, resulting in the layoff of nearly 40 employees. The company cited declining regional customer demand for its honeycomb packaging products as the reason for the closures.

Why it matters

The closure of the York plant is another example of the challenges facing the manufacturing sector, as companies continue to optimize their operations and focus on more profitable product lines. The layoffs will have a significant impact on the local economy and community.

The details

Cascades said it is discontinuing its activities in the honeycomb paperboard and partition packaging product sectors, leading to the closure of the York plant as well as facilities in Saint-Césaire and Berthierville, Quebec. The York plant specialized in manufacturing honeycomb packaging products, which the company said no longer ensures profitability due to decreasing regional customer demand.

• Cascades announced the plant closure on February 6, 2026.
• The York plant will permanently close no later than February 19, 2026.

What’s next

The 37 employees affected by the York plant closure will be offered job search assistance resources and encouraged to apply for positions at other Cascades facilities.