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Rural landscape with a large railway bridge and road

Nordec builds Swedish rail bridge for single-lift installation over an active main line

Rural landscape with a large railway bridge and road

Nordec Group Oy press release 21.05.2026 09.30

Nordec has been awarded a contract to manufacture and install a 52-metre steel truss railway bridge on the Western Main Line in Sweden. The bridge will be lifted into its final position in a single operation using a 750-tonne crawler crane during a night-time rail closure. The project forms part of the double track upgrade between Hallsberg and Degerön, delivered by main contractor Infrakraft on behalf of the Swedish Transport Administration. 

The upgrade is intended to increase rail capacity and reduce constraints on freight movements along a heavily used corridor. The corridor supports long-distance and international goods transport, connecting industrial regions with ports and cross-border rail networks.

“The project places high demands on both the steel structures and project management. Nordec brings the necessary steel expertise and project capability for this type of work, with the organisational capacity to manage complex execution under tight operational constraints,” says Nijaz Mehmedovic, Project Manager at Infrakraft AB.

The all-steel structure will be assembled on site from sub-assemblies and loose components, then fully welded into a single unit prior to installation. The completed structure will then be lifted into its final position across the railway within the planned window. Executing a one-piece lift of a fully welded steel truss across an active main line requires detailed coordination of engineering, site planning and safety management.

Nordec’s scope covers installation engineering, manufacturing, surface treatment, on-site assembly and the final lift into position. Production started in autumn 2025, with site assembly and installation activities planned through 2026 and overall project completion expected in 2027.

“This project combines on-site assembly, full welding into a single unit and installation during a limited rail closure. Our role is to ensure that these phases are planned and executed as one coordinated sequence under strict time and site constraints,” says Aki Viiliäinen, Business Area Manager at Nordec.

For further information, please contact  

Aki Viiliäinen
Business Area Manager, Multi-storey
aki.viiliainen@nordec.com +358 (0)5646241

Victor Westö
Project Manager, Nordec
victor.westo@nordec.com +358 (0)40 6313033

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Foto: Fabian Wester. Från vänster: Kalle Luoto, vd, Nordec, och Jörgen Olsson, vd, Viscaria.

Nordec selected as civil and structural contractor for Viscaria mine processing plant in Kiruna

 

Foto: Fabian Wester. Från vänster: Kalle Luoto, vd, Nordec, och Jörgen Olsson, vd, Viscaria.

Kalle Luoto, vd, Nordec, and Jörgen Olsson, vd, Viscaria.

Nordec Oy | Press release | 09.03.2026

Nordec has signed an agreement with Gruvaktiebolaget Viscaria to build the processing plant structure for the Viscaria mine in Kiruna, Sweden. The plant will support the return of copper mining operations in the area.

Nordec’s scope includes groundworks, foundations, the structural steel and concrete frame and the building envelope for the processing plant. The buildings will cover approximately 14 000 m² and are designed to accommodate heavy mineral‑processing equipment and the technical systems required for plant operations.

“We are excited to be chosen as a key supplier for the Viscaria mine processing plant and appreciate the trust placed in Nordec. Our close cooperation with Viscaria will support the successful delivery of the project and we look forward to the work ahead,” says Kalle Luoto, CEO, Nordec.

The Viscaria mine in Kiruna is being developed by Gruvaktiebolaget Viscaria and aims to restart copper production in the historic mining area. Construction of the processing plant building is scheduled to begin in spring 2026 with completion expected in 2027.

For further information:

Kalle Luoto
CEO, Nordec Group
Tel: +358 40 552 9682, kalle.luoto@nordec.com 

Niklas Ersson
Business Area Manager, Industry Sweden and Norway
Tel: +46 70 517 12 88, niklas.ersson@nordec.com

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Photo: Fabian Wester

Modern arena surrounded by nature on a sunny day

Nordec selected for steel frame delivery of the Arctic Arena in Bodø, Norway

Modern arena surrounded by nature on a sunny day

Nordec Group Oy press release 19.02.2026 09.30

Nordec has been awarded a contract to deliver the engineering, manufacturing and installation of the steel frame for the new Arctic Arena in Bodø, Norway. The delivery is part of a contract with Jaro AS, with Consto acting as the main contractor. Developed by FK Bodø Glimt, the approximately 10,000-seat multi-purpose stadium is designed for football and events.

The Arctic Arena is one of the northernmost stadium projects in Europe and a significant investment for the Bodø region. The venue is intended for year-round activity and will serve sports and other events.

Nordec’s delivery covers the arena’s main load-bearing steel structures, including coordination of the steel frame solution and the primary steel structures supporting the roof, façade and spectator areas. Production is mainly carried out at Nordec factories, followed by coordinated assembly on-site in Bodø. Quality and safety management are integrated throughout all phases of the delivery. Environmental Product Declarations are available for the steel products supplied by Nordec, providing verified information on the environmental performance of the materials used.

“Nordec was a natural choice for us at Jaro AS when selecting the steel supplier for Arctic Arena. Their strong technical expertise and proven quality were decisive factors in our decision.

From the very start of the project, Nordec has demonstrated strong commitment and an impressive ability to collaborate. We are confident that this partnership will result in a final product of the highest standard, a project we can both be proud of.”

Ole Marius Thomassen, Managing Director, Jaro AS

The architectural concept features a diamond-inspired exterior with geometrically arranged roof and façade elements and flexible interior spaces designed to adapt to different types of events. The project is scheduled for completion in early autumn 2027.

For additional information, please contact:

Minna Kuusela-Opas
Senior Vice President, Multi-storey
minna.kuusela-opas@nordec.com +358 (0)50 380 1734

Mårten West
Business Area Manager, Norway
marten.west@nordec.com +358 (0)40 174 0800

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Image credits: Nordic Office of Architecture

Spektrumkvarteret i Oslo

Nordec to deliver steel-concrete structure for landmark Oslo Spektrumkvarteret project

Nordec Group Oy press release 12.6.2025 08.15 UTC+3

Nordec has been selected to design, manufacture and install the structural frame for the new Spektrumkvarteret project in central Oslo. Spektrumkvarteret consists of a 108.4-meter, 27-story office tower and adjacent congress building at Sonja Henies plass, being developed by construction firm HENT AS with LPO as the architect. 

The contract involves the creation of a prefabricated steel-concrete structure. Concrete elements will include 1,450 square meters of walls in the congress building and 30,000 square meters of combined hollow-core and massive slabs throughout the complex. Nordec’s scope includes full-height stairwells in the tower and multiple staircases in the congress building. 

Notable engineering aspects of the project include composite columns, welded beams, and a cantilever section extending over the street. Installation work is scheduled to begin in February 2026 with completion targeted for October 2026. 

Nordec’s Senior Vice President Minna Kuusela-Opas comments:  

“We would like to thank our customer for the trust we have received. We are happy that we can be involved in implementing this important project in such a central location in the city. This project offers us an opportunity to show our expertise, and we are committed to doing our very best to achieve the goals set for the project. We look forward to working closely with the entire project team to ensure success.” 

 

For additional information, please contact: 

Minna Kuusela-Opas
Senior Vice President, Multi-storey
+358 (0)50 380 1734, minna.kuusela-opas@nordec.com 

Mårten West
Business Area Manager, Multi-storey Norway
+358 (0)40 174 0800, marten.west@nordec.com 

 

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Jykia's Jyväskylä project

Nordec awarded contract for Jykia’ s Lastaustie 7 project in Jyväskylä

Nordec Group Oy press release 22.4.2025 09.20 UTC+3

Nordec Group Oy is pleased to share that Peab Oy has awarded the contract for the Lastaustie 7 project in Jyväskylä. This project involves the design and construction of steel structures and load-bearing sheets for a production building. 

Investor Spotlight

Jykia Oy, a respected property investor is known for its successful completion and long-term sustainability in various projects. With a strong presence in the Jyväskylä region, Jykia Oy is committed to enhancing the local economy through strategic investments. 

Client Collaboration

Nordec is proud to partner with Peab Oy, a renowned construction company with expertise in large-scale industrial projects. This collaboration aims to deliver exceptional results. 

Project Scope

Design and Build: Steel frame and load-bearing sheet construction. 

Milestone Achievement: Installations are about to start, with planned installation time from weeks 15 to 26 in 2025, marking noteworthy progress in the project’s timeline. 

Nordec is excited to embark on this journey, contributing to the advancement of Jyväskylä’s industrial landscape. We look forward to sharing more updates as we move forward with this transformative project. 

 

Further information:
Vesa Vaihtamo, Nordec Oy, Senior Vice President, Single Storey BU, vesa.vaihtamo@nordec.com, tel. +358 40 072 9097 

Jaakko Köninki, Nordec Oy, Commercial Development Manager, jaakko.koninki@nordec.com, tel. +358 50 559 7129 

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Nordec steel frames in Park Central, Gothenburg, Sweden

Nordec’s 2024: Solid revenue and strong profitability driven by Sweden and industrial green transition projects

Nordec Group Oy press release 3.4.2025 at 09.00

Nordec Group delivered strong profitability and record 53,000 tons of steel structures in 2024, despite a demanding market. The relative share of international sales continued to grow, reinforcing Nordec’s position in key markets. 

Key highlights: 

  • Revenue of EUR 287.3 million, down from EUR 329.2 million in 2023. 
  • Strong profitability, with EBITDA at EUR 21.9 million (7.6% margin). 
  • Share of international sales increased to 87%, Sweden and Central and Eastern Europe grew strongly. 
  • Continued expansion in the industrial green transition and data center related construction, while logistics sector investments remained subdued.  
  • Safety performance improved clearly, with LTIF at a record-low level of 7.3. 
  • Operational investments nearly doubled to EUR 7.4 million, focusing on factory modernization, efficiency, and working conditions. 

 

Stability through broad market presence 

The construction industry overall faced continued uncertainty in 2024, with investment decisions delayed and economic recovery progressing slowly. Nordec’s decades of experience, combined with a diverse geographic market reach and operations across multiple customer segments, helped sustain momentum in some of Nordec’s key segments such as industrial projects, particularly in green steel construction, as well as data center and multi-storey construction, where demand remained strong. 

Nordec has been involved in several major projects throughout the year, including Stegra AB’s green steel plant in Sweden, Laakso Joint Hospital in Finland, Park Central and Snäckan office buildings in Sweden, a combined cycle power plant in Poland, Lofoten Bridges in Norway and multiple large-scale data center projects across the Nordics. 

Strengthening foundations for the future 

Nordec clearly increased investments into developing its operations in 2024: factory modernization investments continued according to plan, and the implementation of a new ERP system was kicked off. 

Within sustainability, Nordec continued to offer low-carbon solutions to its customers, improved energy efficiency at the factories and released new Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for low-carbon products during the year. Nordec’s 2024 carbon footprint related to GHG Protocol scope 1+2 emissions represented a reduction of 49% from the reference year 2021. 

Despite the high level of activity throughout the year, Nordec’s safety performance improved substantially and Nordec’s LTIF (Lost Time Incident Frequency) reached a record low level of 7,3 at the end of 2024, which is well below the average in the Finnish construction industry. Some of the investments completed in 2024 focused on substantially improving the working conditions of personnel, which reflects Nordec’s commitment to improving the health and safety of employees. The first module of Nordec’s leadership training program was also launched in 2024, aimed at developing the managers’ skills and capabilities. 

“Despite market uncertainty, 2024 saw strong profitability, record steel deliveries, and targeted development investments. We strengthened our presence, especially in Sweden and Central and Eastern Europe, while supporting Europe’s green transition through major industrial construction projects. Our broad market presence, together with the development investments, positions us for continued success. Moving forward, we will continue improving efficiency, sustainability, and customer collaboration to ensure long-term growth, impact, and profitability. “ 

— Kalle Luoto, CEO, Nordec Group 

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