UPM-Kymmene

UPM-Kymmene was established in 1995 due to the merger of Kymmene Corporation and Repola Ltd, along with its subsidiary United Paper Mills Ltd. The company's headquarters are in Helsinki, Finland. It operates through several key business segments, including UPM Communication Papers, which supplies paper to the publishing industry, and UPM Specialty Papers, which produces specialty papers and labels. Another segment is UPM Raflatac, which is involved in the production of self-adhesive label materials. Additionally, UPM Plywood provides plywood and veneer products, UPM Energy specializes in electricity generation and sales, and UPM Biorefining focuses on pulp production, timber, and biofuels. The company is associated with notable brands like UPM Raflatac, known for label materials; UPM Formi, recognized for biocomposites; UPM Grada, offering thermoformable wood material; UPM BioVerno, connected to renewable diesel production; and UPM Biofore, embodying the corporate identity with a focus on sustainability. Geographically, UPM-Kymmene has a presence in several significant markets. Paper products have a substantial market in European countries, while UPM Raflatac has made inroads into the United States. In China, the demand is particularly strong for pulp and paper, and the APAC region represents a growing market for a variety of UPM-Kymmene's offerings. Latin America is also a focus of expansion, with developments such as those in Uruguay. The company's commitment to sustainability has been a pivotal factor in attracting a diverse international customer base, enabling it to cater to the global market effectively. (Powered by AI)