€75 million investment to convert Biotek into a soluble fibre plant

Altri is set to invest over €75 million in converting its Biotek mill in Vila Velha de Ródão for the production of dissolving wood pulp (DWP) – a sustainable raw material primarily used in the textile industry.

Supported by AICEP, the project will enable an annual production capacity of 180,000 tonnes, positioning the Group among the leading European producers of this type of fibre.

The conversion of the facility – currently dedicated to paper pulp production – is expected to be completed by the end of 2026. Once operational, Altri’s total installed capacity will exceed 300,000 tonnes per year, entirely geared towards export markets.

Soluble fibres, which are biodegradable and have a lower environmental footprint, are also used in the pharmaceutical, food and packaging sectors. The global DWP market is currently valued at around €6 billion and is projected to grow to €7.6 billion by 2033.

This investment strengthens Altri’s role in the bioeconomy and in the decarbonisation of industrial value chains, in line with rising demand for natural and sustainable materials.