Norske Skog Skogn to enter the book paper market by 2026, upgrading PM1 with ANDRITZ tech for 140,000 tonnes per annum output.
Jul 3, 2025
Norske Skog Skogn is set to enter the European book paper market by Q2 2026 with support from technology partner ANDRITZ. The company is upgrading Paper Machine 1 (PM1) to enable flexible production of both newsprint and a new grade called NOR Book, using 100% virgin fiber and thermo-mechanical pulp. The project includes technological and digital upgrades that will allow the mill to produce over 140,000 tonnes per annum, with the ability to alternate production between newsprint and book paper.
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The project features advanced equipment, including the PrimeRoll MHV—a hydraulically controlled self-loading roll designed to ensure highly uniform paper profiles and reduce energy consumption, as it operates without the need for thermal heating—and the ANDRITZ Multi Master Control System, a digital control and automation platform that guarantees stable operations, high product quality, and enhanced production flexibility.
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This investment aims to position Norske Skog among the top three wood-containing book paper suppliers in Europe, while reinforcing its commitment to sustainability with low CO₂ emissions and recyclable product alternatives.
