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Our projects
Below we give you a brief description of our ongoing projects involving both of our locations.
A unique opportunity in forestry
(Helgeland Treforedling AS)
​We are collaborating with Helgeland Treforedling AS to support their vision of establishing a Sitka sawmill in Holandsvika. Our goal is to ensure that our location becomes the optimal choice for their operations, enabling the project to unlock its full potential and create significant positive ripple effects for the region.
Bioenergy
Utilization of dead fish from farming in combination with access to excess heat makes it resource-efficient to produce biogas and diesel
local application of Sitka spruce
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By harnessing the potential of Sitka spruce through smart and innovative solutions, we see opportunities beyond a potential sawmill to integrate this resource into the circular economy. This approach can drive a more sustainable and profitable future for Helgeland.
Processing of sludge and silage from farming (CCSF – closed circle salmon farming)
New processes preserve energy and nutrients - which can be recycled and provide new plant growth
Wood chip and energy pellets production
The combination of abundant access to residual raw materials from sawmills and other sources, as well as the opportunity to utilize surplus heat from various processes, makes Holandsvika an ideal location for the production of wood chips and energy pellets
Establishment of a bio-business park
One of the most crucial things for the green shift is to locate businesses that can utilize each other's by-products and waste heat close to each other.
A unique opportunity in forestry!
Establishing a Sawmill Utilizing Local Sitka Spruce at Holandsvika Bioindustry Park
Setting up a sawmill that processes locally sourced Sitka spruce at Holandsvika Bioindustry Park is a strategically sound investment. Holandsvika Industri AS is collaborating with Helgeland Treforedling AS, Kystskogbruket, and Nortømmer to bring this project to life. Sitka spruce, a fast-growing tree species well-suited to the Norwegian coastline, holds significant potential for value creation.
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Holandsvika Bioindustry Park offers unique advantages for such a sawmill, including ideal access to raw materials, robust infrastructure, and opportunities for industrial symbiosis between various stakeholders.
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Key Advantages:​
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Proximity to Raw Materials and Stable Timber Supply
Large volumes of Sitka spruce are available in the Helgeland region, with a potential harvest of approximately 60,000 cubic meters annually over the next 20 years. Efficient and profitable timber extraction methods, such as barge operations tailored for harvesting from islands and remote areas, are proving successful in utilizing Sitka resources. ​​ -
Established Infrastructure
Holandsvika offers excellent infrastructure with access to ports, railways, and highways, simplifying the transportation of raw materials and finished products. -
Opportunities for Symbiosis
The bioindustry park facilitates collaboration among stakeholders to optimize the use of by-products and heat resources.-
The sawmill can supply bark, sawdust, and wood chips for biochar production, which in turn can generate heat for drying lumber.
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Surplus heat from other processes, such as hydrogen production by Gen2 Energy, can also be utilized for drying and heating purposes.
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By processing Sitka spruce locally, the sawmill can export finished planks instead of raw logs, resulting in more efficient logistics and a reduced carbon footprint. Additionally, the sawmill can meet the growing demand for customized lumber and building materials with a low CO2 footprint. Helgeland Treforedling AS brings expertise in wood processing and will play a central role in developing and marketing the products from the sawmill.
Local application of Sitka spruce
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Sitka spruce is a resource with significant potential along the Norwegian coastline, particularly in Nordland. Although it has been regarded as a problematic species due to its rapid spread and potential to outcompete native species, there is growing consensus that it also represents a valuable resource that can be utilized sustainably.
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Sitka spruce grows faster than native Norway spruce and absorbs more CO2, making it an attractive resource in a time of increasing focus on climate change. However, traditional sawmills have shown limited interest in Sitka spruce due to its distinct properties, which differ from those of native Norwegian spruce.
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Current Utilization of Sitka Spruce
Today, the primary use of Sitka spruce in Norway is for export. Much of the timber is sent to markets in Europe, where it is utilized in industries that appreciate its unique properties, such as lightweight construction, pulp and paper production, and even musical instruments due to its resonance qualities.
Despite the limited domestic processing infrastructure for Sitka spruce, its export demonstrates the species' economic potential. Efforts to explore additional applications domestically could further enhance its value and contribute to sustainable forestry practices in Norway.