Metsä Group’s pilot plant for lignin processing was launched in Äänekoski in early 2026. The plant uses lignin separated from
Walki’s new next-generation production line in Valkeakoski accelerates the development of fibre-based packaging solutions. The new line enables lighter products
UPM Communication Papers, ANDRITZ and HolyPoly have developed Europe’s first industrial-scale recycling system for paper machine clothing (PMC), including forming
UPM’s goal is that by 2030 it will use only recycled nutrients at its wastewater treatment plants and utilise all
Stora Enso converted a former production line at its Oulu business unit into a consumer board line based on new
At Sappi’s Kirkniemi mill, long-term efforts have been undertaken to reduce raw material losses. In 2025, raw material losses to
The Finnish forest industry focuses on the efficient, comprehensive and resource-wise use of renewable raw materials. Production facilities also operate in line with circular economy principles, with water, chemicals and increasingly nutrients systematically recycled at different stages of the process.
Production side streams are almost entirely utilised: over 95% are used either within companies’ own processes, in industrial symbioses with partners, or in the production of renewable energy. This minimises the amount of waste sent to landfill.
Finnish forest industry companies aim to achieve full utilisation of side streams by 2030.
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