Hiab starts Raisio expansion project to boost capacity and sustainability

Hiab has begun a major expansion and modernisation project at its MULTILIFT demountables production facility in Raisio, Finland. The project aims to increase production capacity, improve energy efficiency and support the company’s long-term sustainability goals.

The expansion will modernise both production and office facilities, creating a more efficient and scalable working environment. The upgraded site will also include a new showroom and energy-efficient solutions designed to reduce overall energy consumption.

The investment will support growing demand for MULTILIFT demountables, which are widely used in both commercial and defence applications.

The project builds on a EUR 19 million investment announced in May 2025 and represents a significant step toward creating a carbon-neutral production environment.

“It is great that we are now able to start modernising our premises. The new energy-efficient solutions will significantly reduce the factory’s energy consumption, and the upcoming modern production and office spaces will improve employee safety, comfort and satisfaction,” says Jussi Peltoniemi, Operations Director, Hiab Raisio.

Sustainability and energy efficiency are central to the project. The facility will move away from traditional heating methods and increase the use of recovered energy from its own processes, supplemented by solar power and battery storage systems.

“This is an important investment in both operational efficiency and emissions reduction. The project supports Hiab’s long-term climate ambitions while creating a more energy-efficient and resilient manufacturing site,” says Johanna Pirinen, Vice President, Safety and Sustainability at Hiab.

Hiab has signed an agreement with construction company NCC for the expansion project.

“Industrial construction will play an increasingly significant role in NCC’s project portfolio. We are pleased to see that our cooperation with Hiab is now leading to the start of the construction phase,” says Esa Lehmusvuori, Head of Department, NCC Western Finland.

Construction is scheduled for completion in the fourth quarter of 2027.