Name of the Project
Ust-Ilimsk pulp and paperboard mill.
Location
Siberia, Russia.
Project Owner/s
Ilim Group.
Project Description
The project involves the construction of a paper machine with an output of 600 000 t/y.
The machine will be the largest in the world in terms of capacity. Its maximum capacity will be 2 150 t/d. Paper web width on the winder will be 9 400 mm. The machine will produce kraftliner with a basis weight ranging from 80 g/m2 to 175 g/m2.
The machine will also include two separate refining lines for soft wood and hard wood pulp.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
The project is estimated at $1-billion.
Planned Start/End Date
Startup is planned for the second half of 2021.
Latest Developments
Andritz has been awarded an order to supply a new recovery boiler for the pulp and paperboard mill.
The recovery boiler will have a black liquor combustion capacity of 1 950 total dry solids a day.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
Voith (XcelLIne paper machine) and Andritz (recovery boiler).
On Budget and on Time?
Too early to state.
Contact Details for Project Information
Illim Group, tel +7 812718 4107 or email pr@ilimgroup.ru. 