Sustainability articles

4-steps to resource efficiency: Maintain improved levels, invest in new technologies, and continuously develop your performance

Next-level reliability: mission-critical flow control solutions from Valmet

Valmet’s vast scope of expertise continues to grow. With a history in flow control dating back to the 1950s, it has long earned its spurs in sectors such as pulp and paper, bioproducts, oil and gas refining, mining and metals processing, chemicals and various other process industries. And coming up to date, Valmet is now meeting the needs of the energy transition.

Maximizing the pulp drying availability with Valmet’s services

As a pulp producer, you know the importance of the pulp dryer for your mill – as a world-leading technology expert, we know how to secure its availability and runnability every day, year after year.

Spreading social responsibility through local projects around the world

Valmet’s global social responsibility program is part of the company’s sustainability agenda implementation. The program is based on three themes promoting science, nature, and equal opportunities for well-being. Based on these themes, several local projects in Valmet’s operating areas worldwide are selected for the program each year. Let’s have a look at what we have accomplished.

Pioneering bio-based raw materials in press felts

Valmet is determined to lower the carbon footprint of their paper machine clothing. As a result of intensive work, Valmet has launched the first press felt containing bio-based raw materials. Valmet Press Felt EMX M Bioneer is here now. 

Making a difference for children and sustainability

Valmet’s commitment to corporate social responsibility shines through our support for children in need and global sustainability initiatives. Learn how our partnerships create a lasting impact.

Enzymatic starch cooking ZE , a zero effluent solution

Valmet is dedicated to pioneering new process technologies to achieve 100% carbon neutral production for its customers by 2030. A standout innovation is the Enzymatic Starch Cooking ZE, a zero effluent solution that reduces the carbon footprint of starch cooking while enhancing process reliability and quality.

Valmet supports Institut Saint-André in France through its social responsibility program

Valmet’s global social responsibility program promotes science, nature and equal opportunities for well-being through local projects around the world. This year in the EMEA area, Valmet supports Institut Saint-André in Cernay, France.

Valmet advances valve technology

Valmet has established itself as a global leader in flow control solutions and services, with a rich history spanning nearly 70 years. The company’s journey began in 1956 when Neles Oy was born out of a passion for valve products and services. This long experience has proven that true reliability is achieved through years of dedication and continuous innovation.

Successful market expansion through grade conversion rebuild – Cascades Containerboard Packaging – Bear Island

Article: Cascades selected Valmet as their partner for a strategic market expansion project in southeastern U.S. An old newsprint machine was acquired and converted to produce lightweight, high-quality, 100% recycled linerboard and corrugating medium for the North American market.

Open your mind to the future

If you could choose the future of your company, what would it look like? We talked to Sitra’s Mikko Dufva about how to think about challenges, changes, and paths to the future.

Beyond Circularity: Driving innovation with ecosystems

Ecosystems are an excellent way to stimulate innovation and bring different skillsets together. In this article, we talk to experts from Valmet, Metsä Group, and Neste about their experiences as ecosystem organizers and partners.