UPM Closes Down Paper Machines in Finland and Germany

The continuing challenges in European economy have significantly impacted the consumption of paper, exacerbating the effect of structural changes in paper end-uses and resulting in further decline in the demand of graphic papers in Europe. High costs and significant overcapacity continue to challenge the industry operators in Europe.

UPM Rauma and PM 3
UPM Rauma paper mill manufacturers LWC and SC papers with annual capacity of 1,210,000 tonnes. PM 3’s annual production capacity is 245,000 tonnes of SC paper and it employs 90 persons. Located in Western Finland the mill employs 670 people. The mill was founded in 1969.