Spectacular Su 4 opening in Sunndal
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(Dec. 3, 2002) The official opening of the first phase of construction of Su 4 at Hydro Aluminium Sunndal was a spectacular event. Prime Minister Kjell Magne Bondevik did not cut the red ribbon - instead he played a role in the specially commissioned opus "Su 4" by composer Paolo Vinaccia and director John-Kristian Alsaker.
The inaugural performance, which was held in a large metal storage hall, can best be described as an "industrial installation set to music".
The renowned percussionist Paolo Vinaccia composed the music, while the equally renowned John-Kristian Alsaker designed the set.
 GUIDED TOUR AT NEW PLANT: From the left Hydro's President and CEO Eivind Reiten, Project Director Erik Smith of Hydro Technology and Projects, Prime Minister Kjell Magne Bondevik and Trade and Industry Minister Ansgar Gabrielsen. (Foto: Gisle Nomme) |
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On a stage decorated with aluminium products, 25 people gave a performance in which aluminium products were transformed into rhythm instruments, and even angle grinders were used to create rhythms and music.
Prime Minister Kjell Magne Bondevik played a supporting role during this performance of "industrial music". His contribution? The words: "I hereby declare Su4 officially open". But prior to the performance the Prime Minister held a congratulationary speech:
"I extend my congratulations, to you employees especially, on a plant that demonstrates industrial development and growth at their best," said Bondevik.
 OPENING: President and CEO Eivind Reiten was able to congratulate Sunndal on a perfectly executed first phase of construction. (Foto: Gisle Nomme) |
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During a tour of the plant with Hydro's President and CEO Eivind Reiten just prior to the official opening, the Prime Minister stated that "the Sunndal expansion represents an encouraging signal to Norwegian export industry".
When a journalist asked what he thought of the fact that New Sunndal will consume four percent of the total electrical power produced in Norway, the Prime Minister replied:
"Hydro should be forgiven for that, when we realize just what this enterprise means for the local community and for the country's export revenues, as well as the environmental gains inherent in the project."
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