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Strategic advisory for Site expansion

AFRY optimises Logistic Flows for new production facility with focus on sustainability

When a leading company in the pulp and paper industry decided to expand, they sought AFRY´s strategic expertise to guide them through the process. AFRY´s role was to carry out a front-end loading (FEL) study, bringing clarity to the technical and financial conditions for the expansion and to identify the optimal location and design for a new production facility – integrated into an existing production site

AFRY held overall responsibility for the FEL study, aiming to create a robust, sustainable, and future-proof production facility with an integrated solution for logistics and material flows within the existing site. Supply chain experts in AFRY were responsible for developing a tailored logistics solution covering both external and internal flows.

Key Areas of our study included:

The external flow analysis included a thorough review of infrastructure, perimeter protection, and transport flows to and from the facility, with a particular focus on safety and accessibility.

In the internal flow analysis, SCM focused on optimising warehouse design, selecting appropriate equipment, and creating efficient material handling. The solution was designed to support both current needs and future expansion, with flexibility as a key component.

The central part of the project was ensuring smooth collaboration with existing production units, where both personnel and product safety were highly prioritised.

Delivering results

By combining technical expertise with a holistic view of logistics and safety, AFRY developed a solution that balances efficiency, safety, and future potential. The result is a well-considered structure that strengthens the company’s competitiveness and enables sustainable development over time.

AFRY’s deliverables included detailed drawings, flow diagrams, and an investment proposal – a decision-making basis that provides the client with confidence in the next step toward expansion.