Torraspapel invests in Zaragoza mill

Torraspapel, part of the Lecta Group, has begun a 23.3 million euro investment program at its Montañana plant in Zaragoza, Spain. The money allocated to 13 projects will allow for emissions reductions, enhanced emissions quality and odor elimination, in addition to enabling the plant to continue operating at current employment levels.   

The plan was launched at the end of March with contracts being awarded for the supply, assembly and start-up of two electrofilters in the mill's recovery boilers. This first phase entails an investment of 7.5 million euros and will reduce emissions levels of solid particles into the atmosphere by 40 percent compared to current levels. The two electrofilters will be started up in May 2012. 

This environmental investment plan is part of Torraspapel’s ongoing sustainability policy. All of the group’s mills hold the strictest environmental management certifications available, guaranteeing the sustainable origin of raw materials, particularly wood and cellulose. 

In addition to the technological and environmental enhancements resulting from a more competitive mill, this plan entails maintaining current pulp and paper production levels, thereby preserving the direct employment of the more than 500 people currently working at the Zaragoza factory.       

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