Purkuun
Purkuun is a Finnish noun derived from purku, meaning dismantling or scrapping. In Finnish, purkuun denotes the state or direction of being dismantled or decommissioned. It is commonly used in phrases such as laiva on menossa purkuun (the ship is headed for scrapping) or rakennus on purkuun (the building is to be demolished). The term is used across sectors where assets are retired from service, including ships, factories, and large buildings.
Context and usage: Purkuun describes both planned decommissioning and the execution of dismantling work. A decision
Process: The dismantling sequence usually includes deactivation of systems, hazardous materials surveys (e.g., asbestos, oils), securing
Regulatory framework: Purkuun activities in Finland are governed by national and EU environmental, waste management, and
See also: Decommissioning, Demolition, Shipbreaking, Waste management.