Stora Enso plans CLT production closure at Gruvön, Sweden
Stora Enso will begin change negotiations at its Gruvön sawmill in Sweden regarding a plan to focus on sawn goods operations and close its Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) production. The closure would be permanent by the end of 2026.
Stora Enso is initiating change negotiations with employees at its Gruvön sawmill in Sweden concerning a plan to concentrate on sawn timber operations and discontinue Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) production. If the plan proceeds, the Gruvön CLT production facility would permanently cease operations by the end of 2026.
The negotiations involve approximately 220 employees at the Gruvön site, including the Nordic CLT sales organization. The potential closure could affect up to 80 positions. No definitive decisions regarding the planned shutdown or its impact on personnel have been made.
The move aligns with Stora Enso's broader strategy to optimize its operational footprint and focus on core, profitable business segments within the forest industry. Companies in the sector are increasingly reviewing their production capacities and market demands.
Stora Enso has stated that further information will be provided once the negotiations are concluded and final decisions are reached regarding the future of the Gruvön facility.