Vesa Simola, M.Sc., Eng. (photo), has been appointed area president of Valmet's EMEA area, efffective August 1. Simola will be a member of Valmet's Executive Team and report to President and CEO Pasi Laine.

 

Simola joins Valmet from Stora Enso, where he is currently employed as SVP, Consumer Board Division. During his career, Vesa has gained international experience in general management covering sales, production, R&D, and supply chain by working in a global paper company. He has vast experience of managing international customer relationships, leading organizations, generating sales, and driving profitability.

 

Hannu Mälkiä, current EMEA area president, has decided to retire in June.

 

"It is a pleasure to welcome Vesa Simola to our Executive Team to increase customer-centricity and develop our EMEA operations further. Vesa has a strong and versatile experience in leading international sales in one of our most important customer segments. I also want to thank Hannu Mälkiä for his long and successful career at Valmet and for his dedication in moving Valmet forward by serving our customers," said Pasi Laine, president and CEO of Valmet.