Pramia Plastic Oy to build a state-of-the-art plastic recycling plant in Ilvesjoki, Kurikka

The new facility in Kurikka will manufacture high-quality recycled plastic from deposit-return PET

bottles. This recycled material can be used to produce brand-new plastic bottles made from 100%

recycled plastic. The project marks a significant step in the development of the Finnish circular

economy and strengthens the Pramia Group’s position as an industry leader.

Pramia Plastic Oy will begin construction of a new plastic recycling plant in Ilvesjoki, Kurikka,

during the spring of 2025. Since its founding in 2012, Pramia Plastic has operated in Toholampi,

Central Ostrobothnia. The relocation to Ilvesjoki brings it closer to its parent company, Pramia Oy,

which has operated in the area for 35 years. The new plant will have a total floor area of 9,800 m²,

and the total investment is estimated at 15 million euros.

The design of the facility focuses on both production capacity and environmental sustainability. The

plant will be capable of processing up to 2 million bottles per day. It will feature cutting-edge

technology and operate entirely without a smokestack—concretely illustrating the shift away from

fossil-based processes. Additionally, the factory will treat all wastewater in-house with a closed-

loop treatment system, resulting in zero wastewater discharge.

Energy solutions are equally forward-looking. An old wind turbine on the site will be replaced with

a new 1 MWh wind turbine, which will cover nearly half of the plant’s electricity needs. A sand

battery system will be used for heat storage, supporting energy efficiency and the use of renewable

energy.

Marko Mäkinen, CEO of Pramia Plastic Oy, will act as an advisor in the design and construction

process for his son, Tero Mäkinen, CEO of Pramia Oy, who is overseeing the project on behalf of

the parent company.

“It’s great to continue the family business in such a concrete way while also building future-focused

recycling solutions in Kurikka,” says Tero Mäkinen.

Pramia Plastic has also prioritized its workforce throughout the transition. All employees in

Toholampi have received attractive offers to continue working at the new facility in Ilvesjoki.

Construction is scheduled to begin in spring 2025, with the plant expected to be operational in

2026.

Up to 80% of Pramia Plastic’s production is exported to the EU area, making it a significant

Finnish exporter in the recycling industry.