Stella-Jones Inc. (TSX:SJ) today announced that it has begun construction of a
new wood treating facility on a 40-acre tract of land in Cordele, Georgia,
approximately 225 kilometers (140 miles) south of Atlanta. The project
represents an investment of approximately US$11.0 million for Stella-Jones. 


The Cordele facility will be primarily devoted to the production of railway
ties, with an ultimate annual capacity of two million ties. Initial wood
trimming activities are expected to begin in early January 2013, while treating
activities should begin near mid-year. At start-up, the facility will provide
work for an estimated 26 employees, and have in excess of 50 employees at full
capacity.


"The City of Cordele is strategically located between the two fastest growing
markets in the south-eastern U.S., namely Florida and the Atlanta metropolitan
area. The region is well serviced by Class 1 railroad companies and several
regional short-line railroads. This addition to our network will further enhance
our product and service offerings to the railroad industry," said Brian McManus,
President and Chief Executive Officer of Stella-Jones. 


ABOUT STELLA-JONES 

Stella-Jones Inc. (TSX:SJ) is a leading producer and marketer of pressure
treated wood products. The Company supplies North America's railroad operators
with railway ties, timbers and recycling services; and the continent's
electrical utilities and telecommunications companies with utility poles.
Stella-Jones also provides industrial products and services for construction and
marine applications, as well as residential lumber to retailers and wholesalers
for outdoor applications. The Company's common shares are listed on the Toronto
Stock Exchange. 


Except for historical information provided herein, this press release may
contain information and statements of a forward-looking nature concerning the
future performance of the Company. These statements are based on suppositions
and uncertainties as well as on management's best possible evaluation of future
events. Such factors may include, without excluding other considerations,
fluctuations in quarterly results, evolution in customer demand for the
Company's products and services, the impact of price pressures exerted by
competitors, the ability of the Company to raise the capital required for
acquisitions, and general market trends or economic changes. As a result,
readers are advised that actual results may differ from expected results.


FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: 
Source:
Stella-Jones Inc.


Contacts:
Eric Vachon, CPA, CA
Senior Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer
(514) 940-3903
evachon@stella-jones.com


Martin Goulet, CFA
MaisonBrison Communications
(514) 731-0000
martin@maisonbrison.com
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