Fazer closes Karkkila factory and moves operations to factory in Lappeenranta
Fazer has evaluated different options for developing the production of xylitol pastilles and chewing gum and has decided to close the production facility in Karkkila and to move its operations to Fazer’s factory in Lappeenranta. Karkkila does not have the same development possibilities as Fazer’s factory in Lappeenranta. Transferring the production to Lappeenranta will enable the needed efficiency and capability building to remain competitive in the long run. To better respond to the evolving consumer demand, Fazer needs to develop the production of the xylitol products to enable