Chairman’s letter
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In 2023, Viru Keemia Grupp focused on ensuring reliability in production, developing a safety culture and restructuring the company.
Viru Keemia Grupp
Yearbook 2023
Yearbook 2023
Advancing Estonia's chemical industry heritage through innovation and dedication
Viru Keemia Grupp AS (VKG), based in Kohtla-Järve, is Estonia’s largest privately-owned shale oil producer. With pride, it continues the tradition of Estonian oil shale processing since 1924.
About the company
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We are characterized by openness, commitment to our activities and continuous development.
Fields of activity
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Our important consistent principle is to maximize the value chain of the oil shale industry.
Business and economic activity
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We focus on restructuring, production optimization and security.
Taking care of the environment
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Our goal is to fully and efficiently utilize the potential of oil shale with the smallest possible footprint, based on the principles of a circular economy.
Developing future solutions
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In 2023, VKG's development activities focused on the construction of a bioproduct production complex (BTT) and a chemical recycling plant for plastic waste.
Social responsibility and sustainable activities
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We combine sustainability principles with an innovative strategy to shape a greener and more resilient world.
Our employees
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We are committed to promoting the well-being and future resilience of our 1,502 employees and their communities.