Stora Enso plans to centralise sawmill production in Northern Finland, close Veitsiluoto sawmill
Stora Enso plans to shift pine sawing from its Veitsiluoto sawmill in Kemi to other sawmills in Northern Finland, potentially leading to the permanent closure of the Veitsiluoto site.
Forest industry company Stora Enso is planning to centralise its pine timber sawing operations in Northern Finland. The proposal involves moving production from the Veitsiluoto sawmill in Kemi to the company's other sawmills in the region, specifically Oulu and Kalajoki.
If implemented, this strategic shift would result in the permanent closure of the Veitsiluoto sawmill. Stora Enso states the move is part of its ongoing efforts to improve efficiency, profitability, and competitiveness.
Stora Enso Veitsiluoto Oy and Stora Enso Oyj have initiated change negotiations concerning the planned permanent closure. These negotiations involve all employees at the Veitsiluoto sawmill.
The company has not yet provided specific details regarding the timeline for the closure or the full impact on personnel following the negotiations.