Metsa Fibre begins negotiations on potential layoffs at Joutseno pulp mill

The move follows a production stoppage at the mill announced in early March, set to begin later this month.

SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): Metsa Fibre will begin change negotiations regarding potential temporary layoffs of up to 90 days at its Joutseno pulp mill in Finland, citing the uncertain market situation for pulp. The negotiations cover the entire mill personnel, approximately 170 employees, according to Metsa Fibre. 

The move follows a production stoppage at the mill announced in early March, set to begin later this month.

Metsa Fibre, the pulp and sawmill business of Metsa Group, produces pulp, sawn timber and other bioproducts such as biochemicals and bioenergy from northern wood.

 Courtesy: www.lesprom.com

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