Production at the Tako board mill concluded on June 17, when the mill's board machine BM1 was shut down. Metsä Board announced the decision to close the Tako mill in March 2025 following change negotiations, as part of efforts to improve the company's profitability and cost competitiveness.

Since the decision, Metsä Board has supported the re-employment of the mill's 191 employees through a comprehensive support programme. This has included internal recruitment days in cooperation with other Metsä Group mills, collaboration with employment authorities, and re-employment training and coaching. At the time of production shutdown, 95 employees had already found new jobs.

"The decision to close the mill has been a difficult one, and we have aimed to support our personnel in the best possible way during this transition. For example, internal recruitment days have helped Tako employees find new roles within Metsä Group. We still hope that more job opportunities will be found, depending on individuals' ability to relocate," says Timo Ahonen, VP Tako Board mill.

Production of Tako's products has been transferred to Metsä Board's Kyro mill, and customer deliveries will continue without interruption.

"The mill's production has been run down responsibly and with high quality. This accomplishment is thanks to the personnel, who have demonstrated exceptional professionalism despite the difficult situation. Tako is known for its strong 'Tako spirit', which has been evident in the work commitment, right up to the final days of production," Ahonen adds.

Following the end of production, cleaning work and preparations for dismantling the production equipment inside the mill have begun. The dismantling of machines and production equipment is planned to take place during 2026. Machines, equipment, pipes, and tanks will be emptied and cleaned by the end of 2025.

The process of obtaining a building permit for dismantling the external equipment from outside the building has been initiated. The future use of the property has not yet been determined.

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