At a glance
- Boliden invests EUR 40m in nickel operations expansion at Harjavalta.
- The expansion will be mainly implemented in 2021.
- Feed capacity will increase from 310 to 370 ktonnes/year.
- Carbon dioxide intensity per tonne of nickel will decrease by 15-20%.
Investment Overview
Boliden is investing EUR 40 million to expand its nickel operations at Boliden Harjavalta. The primary implementation of this investment will occur in 2021.
Capacity Increase
The expansion will boost the feed capacity of the nickel line at Harjavalta from 310 to 370 ktonnes of raw material per year. This will involve the installation of a new concentrate dryer, increased capacity in the electric smelting furnace and granulation, and automated tapping of molten metal.
Environmental Impact
The expansion is expected to reduce Harjavalta's carbon dioxide intensity per tonne of nickel produced by 15-20%. This aligns with the growing demand for nickel, particularly from the battery manufacturing sector for the automotive industry.
