Strategic advisory for Site expansion
AFRY optimizes Logistics 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.
The goal was to analyze technical and economic aspects and to identify the optimal location and design for a new production facility, integrated into an existing production site.
AFRY had overall responsibility for the FEL study, with the aim of creating a robust, sustainable, and future-proof production facility featuring an integrated solution for logistics and material flows within the existing plant.
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.
Supply chain experts at AFRY were responsible for
developing a tailored logistics solution covering both external and internal flows. The external flow analysis included a thorough review of infrastructure, perimeter security, and transport flows to and from the facility, with a particular focus on safety and accessibility.
The internal flow analysis focused on
optimizing warehouse design, selecting the right equipment, and creating efficient material handling. The solution was designed to support both current needs and future expansion, with flexibility as a key component. A central part of the project was ensuring smooth integration with existing production units, where both personnel and product safety were given top priority.
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.
Key Project Facts:
Project Name: FEL Study for Site Expansion in the Pulp and Paper Industry
Client: Leading player in the pulp and paper industry
AFRY’s Services: Multidisciplinary feasibility study with strategic advisory for an investment proposal, including production process/technology, logistics/flows, land/environment, and HSSE
Location: Central Sweden
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