On Friday, 17 April 2026, Arctic Paper Grycksbo officially inaugurated Bio25, a 285 million SEK project that was undertaken to make the mill’s energy system more efficient and sustainable. The project includes an expanded and upgraded biofuel boiler as well as a new pellet production line that converts residual biomass into a new product.
The inauguration at the mill was attended by local politicians and members of the media.
Bio25 expands the mill’s existing biofuel plant and increases flexibility in the choice of biofuel, for example, by enabling use of sawdust from external sawmills. It also includes a new pellets factory and improved fuel logistics.
“It is crucial to continue investing in the future, also in more challenging times. Bio25 is a good example of how we combine sustainable development with increased efficiency and strengthen Arctic Paper Grycksbo as a modern and competitive paper mill and workplace,” says Kent Blom, Managing Director of Arctic Paper Grycksbo.
The pellets factory will produce approximately 50,000 tonnes annually of wood pellets. Surplus biomass is processed into pellets that can be sold to other industries, which strengthens resource utilisation and creates new revenue streams.
As part of the initiative, surplus heat from paper production is also used to dry the biofuel. This increases energy recovery and enables even more efficient use of the mill's energy streams, enhancing overall resource efficiency.
“Bio25 strengthens both our resilience and our energy efficiency. By better utilizing our resources and at the same time creating new business opportunities, we pave the way for a more sustainable future for the mill,” says Kent Blom, Managing Director of Arctic Paper Grycksbo.