Production curtailments at UPM’s pulp mills in Finland
(UPM, Helsinki, June 18, 2026 at 9:40 EEST) – The UPM Kaukas pulp mill will be temporarily shut down as of August 3, 2026 for approximately six weeks. In addition, a potential temporary shutdown of the UPM Pietarsaari pulp mill is being planned for October. These shutdowns are intended to optimize production levels and wood sourcing and to ensure profitability in the current market and cost environments. For further information please contact:Petri Hakanen, Senior Vice President, Fibres Finland Operations, UPM Fibres, tel. +358 40 530 5595Vesa Volmari, General Manager, UPM Kymi