The Pfeifer Group has now completed construction of the new sawmill for its subsidiary Pölkky Oy in Kajaani and put it successfully into operation, thus more than doubling annual production capacity from 200,000 m3 to 450,000 m3 of lumber. The new mill is one of the most efficient and cutting-edge in the Nordic countries and marks a key step in the Group’s growth strategy.
No sooner had the Pfeifer Group acquired the Finnish timber processor Pölkky Oy in January 2023 than it became clear that its Kajaani site would need modernising from top to bottom. The aim was to expand production capacity significantly while also consolidating the Group’s market position in Europe.
At its Kajaani site, Pölkky processes Nordic pine and spruce, which is famous for its superb look and high quality. The new, highly automated saw line is now achieving an annual capacity of 450,000 m3 of sawn timber, with a team of around 100 people on hand to ensure efficient operation.
Pölkky Oy is the largest private wood processing company in Northern Finland.
