The Mayr-Melnhof Holz Holding Group, based in Leoben, Austria has signed an agreement on December 17th, 2021 to acquire the Swedish sawmill group Bergkvist Siljan from ESSVP IV.  This continues the consistent expansion and growth strategy of the Austrian wood processing group. In 2022, for the first time in its 170 year history, the company will generate sales of over 1 billion Euro. The closing is expected to take place during the 1st quarter of 2022, subject to approval of the relevant competition authorities. It has been agreed not to disclose the purchase price.  ...