Valmet's Off-Machine Coater Boosts Asian Customer's Production Efficiency and Market Position

Valmet, a leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation, and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries, has recently announced a significant order from a major customer in the Asia-Pacific region. The order, valued at around EUR 140-180 million, includes the supply of a coated board making line with automation and Industrial Internet solutions, as well as spare parts and consumables packages. This strategic investment is set to enhance the customer's production efficiency, product quality, and market position in the competitive Asia-Pacific region.



The delivery from Valmet will include a high-speed coated board making line from the approach flow system and headboxes to reel and winders. Additionally, the order comprises a wide range of automation and Industrial Internet solutions, as well as comprehensive spare parts and consumables packages. This comprehensive offering from Valmet is designed to meet the customer's specific needs and enable them to produce folding coated board grades of premium quality with high productivity and energy efficiency.

The customer, seeking to strengthen its local capabilities and better serve its customers, has chosen Valmet's state-of-the-art technology to ensure energy and water-efficient production, top-quality end-products, and low operating costs. This order is a continuation of several successful projects between Valmet and the customer over the past decades, further solidifying their long-term partnership.

The integration of this coated board making line is expected to have a significant impact on the customer's market position and competitive advantage in the Asia-Pacific region. By investing in advanced technology from Valmet, the customer can:

1. Increase production capacity and meet growing market demands, potentially capturing a larger market share.
2. Produce high-quality coated board grades, enabling the company to charge a premium for its products and enhance its reputation in the market.
3. Enhance energy efficiency and reduce water consumption, contributing to sustainability and cost savings in the long term.
4. Strengthen its technological capabilities and expertise, further differentiating it from competitors in the region.

In conclusion, Valmet's off-machine coater technology and comprehensive solutions are poised to significantly enhance the customer's production efficiency, product quality, and market position in the Asia-Pacific region. By leveraging Valmet's expertise and advanced technology, the customer can better serve its customers, meet growing market demands, and solidify its competitive advantage in the long term.