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Amount
€ 65,263,501.39
Countries
Sector(s)
Brazil : € 65,263,501.39
Industry : € 65,263,501.39
Signature date(s)
19/12/2003 : € 65,263,501.39
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Data sheet
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Summary sheet

Release date
29 July 2003
Status
Reference
Signed | 18/12/2003
20020497
Project name
Promoter - financial intermediary
Veracel Pulp Mill Project
Stora Enso oyj (Finland) and Aracruz Cellulose S.A. (Brazil)
Proposed EIB finance (Approximate amount)
Total cost (Approximate amount)
EUR 70 million
USD 858 million
Location
Sector(s)
Description
Objectives

The project concerns the construction and operation of a large non-integrated, pulp production mill, based on eucalyptus plantations.

To contribute to the country's efficient uses of domestic natural resources and positively impact the national economy, creating employment and generating income, while also supporting an EU based company in its development in South America.

Environmental aspects
Procurement

The necessary licences are being obtained from Brazilian Authorities, with Environmental Impact Studies and Public Consultations to be carried out in compliance with Brazilian legislation. The mill design is expected to be in line with Best Available Technology, in line with IPPC EU Directive.

In line with EIB guidelines for private sector projects.

Comments

Manufacture of Pulp.

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