UPM is finalizing the construction works of the greenfield eucalyptus pulp mill in Uruguay and enters the final phases of the project. The start-up of the 2.1 million tonne/year mill near Paso de los Toros is expected by the end of the first quarter of 2023. While the project work continues intensively, the finalization of […]
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Oct
Oct
UPM said that its commitment to wind power in Finland will significantly decrease emissions resulting from the company’s production of paper thanks to a new wind park in Pyhäjoki, Finland that is expected to reach full capacity in generating power in early 2023. The new wind park is expected to provide a long-term renewable energy […]
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Jan
Jan
Members of the Paperworkers’ Union, the Finnish Electrical Workers´ Union and the Trade Union Pro have [on Jan. 1] started strikes at UPM mills in Jämsänkoski, Kouvola, Lappeenranta, Pietarsaari, Rauma, Tampere and Valkeakoski. According to the unions, the strikes will continue until 6 o’clock on 22 January 2022 unless a new collective labour agreement is […]
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Oct
Oct
UPM Kymi paper mill has started full production on its fourth sheeting line, strengthening UPM’s position on the market for graphic fine paper sheets. “Investing in new equipment shows that fine paper production remains an important part of UPM’s operations,” said Matti Laaksonen, General Manager, UPM Kymi and Kaukas Paper Mills. “The sheeter will help […]