The 713-tonne wooden church was moved 5km on 28 axle lines of self-propelled modular transportersMammoet, the Dutch heavylift and special transport company has completed the relocation of the iconic Kiruna Church, regarded as one of Sweden’s most treasured architectural landmarks. Built in the early 20th century and once voted Sweden’s most beautiful building, Kiruna Church is one of the country’s largest wooden structures. Mammoet was commissioned by LKAB and its civil engineering contractor Veidekke to transport the 713-tonne wooden church in one piece. Mammoet worked with Veidekke and Swedish wood engineering specialists to model and test the building’s response to lifting and transport. The relocation took place during daylight hours on 19th and 20th August 2025, with the church arriving safely at its new location.