Sävar takes the lead in CT scanning – every log optimized

Norra Timber’s sawmill in Sävar is on its way to becoming one of the most modern in the world. With CT scanning technology – similar to that used in hospitals – and a new log sorting system, every log will be scanned upon arrival. This makes it possible to extract maximum value from every tree. “There is no better equipment in the world,” says Fredrik Samuelsson, Sawmill Manager at Sävar.

We plan C24 for export customers – making sustainable choices easier

Norra Timber is now launching construction timber in pine – classified as C24. This new initiative allows the sawmills to better utilize smaller logs, resulting in increased turnover in the planing mills.

Norra Timber invests SEK 100 million in the Hissmofors sawmill – strengthening northern Sweden

The board of Norra Skog has decided to invest SEK 100 million in upgrading the Hissmofors sawmill. The investment is part of the forest owner cooperative’s broader strategy to build strong, modern, and efficient industrial operations.

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  1. Sävar takes the lead in CT scanning – every log optimized

    13 October 2025

  2. Norra Timber invests SEK 100 million in the Hissmofors sawmill – strengthening northern Sweden

    25 June 2025

  3. We plan C24 for export customers – making sustainable choices easier

    16 October 2025

  4. With power to make a difference

    6 December 2024

  5. Sustainable choices made easier with environmental declarations

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With a long history of craftsmanship and a well-known commitment to sustainability, Lundgrens Hyvleri is all set for whatever the future brings. The historic planing mill became part of the Norwegian Hasås AS in 2022, and Viktoria Knutsson Nilsson recently took over as its CEO. She now leads the company forward with a clear vision: to combine tradition and innovation in order to meet the growing demand for sustainable timber products.

Swedish parliamentary committee overlooks forestry’s biggest climate benefit

A Swedish parliamentary committee (Miljömålsberedningen) charged with setting environmental targets has recently presented proposals for how Sweden will meet the EU’s commitments to biodiversity and the absorption of greenhouse gases related to land use, land-use change and forestry (LULUCF).

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