A Partner for the forest industry in a transforming industrial landscape
The forest industry is undergoing a significant transformation. New products, processes and refining opportunities are being developed at an unprecedented pace, and production side streams – such as lignin – are increasingly being utilized for high‑value applications. At the same time, production directions and capacity solutions are being updated as markets evolve.
Sweco supports the forest industry throughout this transition with comprehensive engineering, project management and construction management services. Our strong process and implementation expertise helps customers execute investments in a controlled and safe manner, from the initial idea to commissioning.
Extensive experience in the forest industry since the 1970s
We have been designing and managing the construction of forest industry production facilities around the world for over five decades. Our experience covers:
- pulp and paper production plants
- board and packaging solutions
- mechanical wood processing
- bioproduct mills and modern bioeconomy investments
- major modernization and capacity‑increase projects
Our long history as a partner in the forest industry provides deep knowledge of industry processes, technologies and the unique characteristics of investment projects.
Capabilities for new technologies and future production
The forest industry is actively seeking solutions to:
- increase value‑added
- utilize side streams more efficiently
- improve energy and material efficiency
- develop entirely new bio‑based products
Sweco’s strength lies in combining traditional forest industry process expertise with emerging technologies. Our experience in areas such as the hydrogen economy and bioeconomy enables us to support clients developing next‑generation production facilities and processes.
Our Service offering for the forest industry
Engineering
- preliminary studies and concept design
- process, plant and layout engineering
- modernization and capacity‑increase design
- development of energy and material efficiency
Project Management and Construction Management
- project definition and target setting
- EPCM services and overall project management
- schedule, cost and risk management
- site management and construction quality assurance
A Partner for all forest industry stakeholders
Our clients include international forest industry companies, technology providers and project developers. We offer them experienced specialists and modern, reliable technical solutions:
- skilled specialists
- project management and construction management professionals
- advanced tools, methodologies and modelling environments
- a flexible operating model integrated seamlessly into the customer’s organization
Our goal is to ensure that forest industry investments succeed — efficiently, cost‑effectively and safely.
Pulp industry
We have been involved in forest industry projects since the 1970s, and decades of experience are reflected in our strong industry insight, practical design approach and robust project management capabilities. Our services cover all engineering disciplines as well as project management and supervision, available throughout all project phases from concept planning to commissioning.
Paper industry
We have been involved in forest industry projects since the 1970s, and decades of experience are reflected in our strong industry insight, practical design approach and robust project management capabilities. Our services cover all engineering disciplines as well as project management and supervision, available throughout all project phases from concept planning to commissioning.
Board industry
We have been involved in forest industry projects since the 1970s, and decades of experience are reflected in our strong industry insight, practical design approach and robust project management capabilities. Our services cover all engineering disciplines as well as project management and supervision, available throughout all project phases from concept planning to commissioning.
Mechanical wood processing
Mechanical wood processing transforms timber into high‑quality products such as sawn goods, panels and wood elements for construction and industrial use. Through smart design and modern technology, we ensure production facilities operate efficiently, safely and with a high level of quality — from raw material handling all the way to finished products. Our services include all engineering disciplines as well as project management and supervision, available in every project phase from concept to commissioning.
Driving innovation in the forest industry
Forest industry innovations emerge by combining new technologies, data and process expertise. We help develop solutions that take bio‑based products, circular economy models and industrial processes to the next level — supporting both sustainable growth and competitive industry performance.
We also have extensive experience in packaging materials projects and serve as a reliable partner in both new investments and facility development projects. We provide all required engineering services across disciplines as well as comprehensive project management and supervision. We remain involved throughout the entire project lifecycle, from concept design to commissioning, ensuring success in every phase.
Contact Us – We help move your project forward with confidence
Forest industry investments and production facility development require an experienced partner familiar with the industry’s unique characteristics and capable of meeting both current and future technological demands. Sweco’s experts are available for all project stages — from preliminary studies to commissioning and further lifecycle development.
We help design and implement solutions that are technically robust, economically viable and ready for the requirements of the future. Together, we ensure that forest industry projects progress in a controlled, safe and goal‑oriented manner.