Dec 14, 2009. /Lesprom Network/. The divestment of Uruguay operations, the increased amount and share of market pulp and the more efficient utilization of Metsäliitto Group synergies were the reasons for the statutory negotiations, Botnia said in a press release received by Lesprom Network. The negotiations were based on economical and operational reasons and affected 160 persons. Included were all white-collar employees, except those in Kemi production unit and those whose employee relation had been terminated during the negotiation process in Kaskinen. The estimated need for reduction was 30 persons. Based on the review, there will be changes in the structure of the company and the emphasis of development resources will be on sales and technical development of the mills. The employment relation of 23 employees will be terminated. The termination measures will be completed mostly during 2009.