Summary sheet
The project concerns investments in Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) related to graphic and special paper, as well as label materials and wood products, covering the period from 2009 to 2013, predominantly taking place in UPM’s RDI facilities in Finland and Germany.
The project, which focuses on improving current products and processes as well as developing new business areas, helps promote international competitiveness of the promoter through sustained R&D investment.
The project concerns the continuation of current RDI practice and will be carried out within existing facilities. An EIA will not be necessary according to EIA Directive 85/337/EEC, amended by Directives 97/11/EC and 2003/35/EC as long as existing facilities are used. The promoter will be required to assure that provisions of the EIA Directive and those of any other relevant environmental requirements are complied with. Full environmental details will be assessed during the appraisal.
The promoter is a private company, not operating in the utilities sector, and is not covered by EU Directives on procurement.
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