UPM plans to reduce graphic paper capacity in Germany to align with customer demand and ensure competitiveness
(UPM, Helsinki, 29 May 2024 at 15:20 EEST) – UPM Communication Papers plans to permanently close its Hürth newsprint mill and to shut down one fine paper machine at Nordland Papier (PM 3) in Dörpen, both assets located in Germany. If realized, the measures would result in annual reductions of 330,000 tonnes of newsprint paper capacity and 280,000 tonnes of uncoated fine paper capacity in UPM’s portfolio. These plans are a continuation of necessary steps to proactively align with customer demand and ensure competitiveness. Should the plans be implemented the number of positions affected