Rayonier Advanced Materials (NYSE:RYAM), Inc. is a publicly traded specialty bioproducts company focused on the production of high-purity cellulose and engineered wood products. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, the company operates a network of manufacturing facilities across North America, New Zealand and Europe. Its cellulose specialties business produces dissolving pulps and high-purity fibers that serve a range of end markets, including food and beverage, personal care, pharmaceuticals and textiles. In addition, its engineered wood products segment supplies laminated veneer lumber and specialty wood components for residential and commercial construction applications.
The company’s cellulose offerings are derived from sustainably managed softwood timber and undergo proprietary refining processes to deliver consistent purity and performance. These fibers form the basis for acetate flake, textile yarns, eyeglass frames, and other cellulosic derivatives. Rayonier Advanced Materials also leverages byproducts from its pulp operations—such as tall oil resin and fatty acids—in adhesive, lubricant and chemical applications. The engineered wood products business complements this portfolio by converting log and veneer resources into structurally certified building materials.
Rayonier Advanced Materials traces its roots to a timber enterprise founded in 1926 and was established as an independent entity in 2014 through the spin-off of Rayonier Inc.’s performance fibers business. Over the decades, the company has expanded its footprint through strategic investments in plant modernization, process optimization and research and development. Its global distribution network allows it to serve customers in North America, Europe, Asia and Latin America, delivering renewable materials that align with sustainability and circular-economy initiatives.
Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer David Nunes, Rayonier Advanced Materials emphasizes operational excellence, customer collaboration and environmental stewardship. The company continues to pursue innovation in bio-based materials, aiming to enhance performance characteristics while reducing reliance on fossil-derived feedstocks. Its vertically integrated model, combining timber sourcing with downstream manufacturing, supports a stable supply chain and positions the company to address evolving market demands for sustainable specialty fibers and engineered wood products.
