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New CEO appointed to Kemppi VILLE Vuori has been appointed as CEO of Kemppi Oy. Mr Vuori currently acts as the CEO of Incap Oyj. He will begin his work at Kemppi by the end of this year.

happy and proud to become a part of Kemppi’s strong team.” Kemppi is headquartered in Lahti, Finland, and employs over 600 welding experts in 17 countries. It offers welding solutions – intelligent equipment, welding management software and expert services – for both demanding industrial applications and ready-to- weld needs. Local expertise is available via its global partner network covering more than 60 countries.

of managing companies successfully. Ville is familiar with the characteristics of both large and small companies as well as public companies and family-owned businesses. He is used to operating in an international environment and has experience in working with many of the customer segments important to us. Ville has actually worked as a plater- welder before starting his studies, which means he has seen the world of welding also on a more practical level.” “Kemppi is a modern company with a long history, and one of the leaders in its industry,” added Mr Vuori. “Kemppi has excellent opportunities for growth in the international welding market. I am

Before working at Incap Oyj, Mr Vuori worked as the CEO of Kumera Drives and Finavia’s SkyHow Ltd. In addition, he has extensive experience in global management positions from ABB. “We are very pleased to welcome Ville to the Kemppi team,” commented Teresa Kemppi-Vasama, executive chairman of Kemppi Oy. “He has extensive experience in leadership and business and holds strong proof

Kemppi Oy – Finland Email: info@kemppi.com Website: www.kemppi.com ExxonMobil and Primetals Technologies sign global lubrication agreement EXXONMOBIL and Primetals

of metallurgical services at Primetals Technologies USA LLC. “As a leading lubricants supplier for the metals industry, ExxonMobil is the ideal partner to help us deliver a complete solution – providing world-class products and technical support for our advanced equipment designs – so our customers can focus on achieving their business goals.” Tim Hinchman, director of strategic global alliances at ExxonMobil, commented, “Metals producers today want a lubrication programme that boosts machine efficiency and reduces costs. This partnership enables us to combine our lubrication expertise with Primetals Technologies’ equipment expertise to achieve one shared goal: to help our customers improve their operational reliability, productivity and profitability.” The Primetals Technologies technol- ogy, product and service portfolio includes integrated electrics, automation and environmental solutions that cover every step of the iron and steel production chain, extending from raw materials to finished product, in addition to the latest rolling solutions for the non- ferrous metals sector. Primetals Technologies Ltd – UK Website: www.primetals.com

The companies will provide a suite of equipment and lubrication technical services to help customers who use the new products to optimise equipment performance. These services, performed globally by ExxonMobil and Primetals Technologies field engineering teams, include specialised training in products and lubrication best practices, lubricant analysis, equipment troubleshooting and maintenance support. “To meet their demanding productivity goals, operators want suppliers who can deliver end-to-end support to optimise mill reliability and performance,” said Gabriel Royo, vice-president and head

Technologies have signed a global lubricants agreement to provide lubricants and enhanced technical services exclusively to Primetals Technologies customers. The offer includes three new product families engineered specifically for the performance requirements of Primetals Technologies’ high speed long rolling and flat rolling systems. Primetals Technologies has preferentially endorsed all three product families for use in its equipment. The offer also includes an enhanced new equipment warranty.

Members of the ExxonMobil and Primetals Technologies teams gather after the signing of the agreement in Worcester, Massachusetts, USA

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