UPM starts up third Russian plywood line
11 December 2006UPM has started up the third plywood line at its plant in Chudovo, Russia.
The line, comprising a rotary cutter and dryer, increases the plants capacity by 20,000m3 a year, taking total annual output up to 100,000m3.
The expansion cost €5m and the new line employs 30 people. According to UPM, it will improve its ability to supply “customised” products to the vehicle and flooring sectors.
Besides plywood, UPM also produces veneer and sawn products in Russia and has a total workforce in the country of 1,400.
