Third-generation carriers for paper and forest products

WALLENIUS SOL is launching a new generation of cassettes, optimised for paper and forest products but also versatile enough to handle containers, project cargo, and other freight types. 

WALLENIUS SOL expands its fleet of carriers with 100 new 40-foot cassettes, featuring significant enhancements based on insights from previous models. These improvements represent a step forward in both design and functionality.

“This is our third generation of carriers,” says Mathias H. Arnbert, Operations Manager, WALLENIUS SOL. “The first generation was introduced in 2020, specifically designed to meet the requirements of our customers in the paper industry in northern Sweden and Finland. The second generation followed just six months later in 2021. Now we’re finally launching the third generation, a developed and improved product based on the two previous generations, which is planned to be in service as from May this year.”

The big difference from earlier models is the reinforced design, specifically addressing areas that previously experienced the most wear and tear.

Built for long-term use

The third-generation cassettes are primarily intended for transporting goods between Northern Finland, Sweden, and the European continent, including the Untied Kingdom. These routes are vital for the paper industry, but the cassettes’ multi-purpose design means they can handle a wide variety of other cargo as well. With a payload capacity of 80 tons and robust construction, the third-generation carriers are expected to serve for decades.

"These cassettes are to last at least 50 years. We have integrated a maintenance plan to ensure the long-term durability, making the 50-year lifespan a realistic goal” says Axel Stenhammar, Equipment Manager, WALLENIUS SOL.

This type of investments aligns with WALLENIUS SOL’s roadmap, incorporating modern solutions along the way to meet the short-term and long-term sustainability targets.

"We believe in the market's potential and are observing a clear trend indicating an increasing need for additional carriers. Being able to launch a third generation of a product we’re very proud of—and finding those small details to make it even better—is really exciting."