Activists are said to have chained themselves to forest machines at two locations in Norrbotten

Sveaskog states that there are police on site to handle the situation.

- Everyone has the right to express their opinions and we as a state-owned company have a responsibility to listen to them.

Of course, we want it to take place in an orderly manner and in a safe and secure manner for our employees and colleagues, says Niclas Brantingson, acting.

communications manager Sveaskog.

The activists are from an international organization called

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According to natursidan.se, it is Sami and non-Sami activists who, among other things, have blocked forest machines and roads during an ongoing felling of forests with high natural values ​​and with Sami historical cultural heritage.

- Unsustainable forestry has devastating consequences for the climate, reindeer husbandry and ecosystems, says Henrik Andersson, board member of Gällivare's forest Sami village on their website.

Sveaskog says in a comment that they share the concern about the climate, which affects forestry.