Nordic BioPower acquires Cortus assets and establishes a modern biochar plant in Höganäs

The plant will be used for large-scale biochar production based on by-products from the forest and wood industries, as well as agricultural residues. By utilizing the existing infrastructure and further developing the technology, Nordic BioPower is creating an efficient and sustainable production process that contributes to both regional and national climate transition. 

“This is a natural next step for Nordic BioPower. We gain a fully developed industrial facility and can continue expanding our biochar production on an industrial scale,” says Helén Olausson, CEO of Nordic BioPower.

The acquisition strengthens Nordic BioPower’s industrial foundation and accelerates the company’s Nordic expansion. With facilities in Höganäs and Davidstad, the company is establishing a platform for continued growth in renewable energy and biochar. 

“The Höganäs plant strengthens our position in the Nordic region and enables us to accelerate the shift toward sustainable energy production. Our strategy is based on combining industrial expertise with practical climate solutions that deliver real results,” says Johnny Capor, Chairman of the Board of Nordic BioPower. 

Production is scheduled to start in the second quarter of 2026. The Höganäs facility is Nordic BioPower’s second plant, alongside the established pellet production site in Davidstad, Finland, and forms part of the company’s long-term plan to build a Nordic network of modern biochar plants.