The aim is to combine Metso's leading competence in paper and board machine processes, automation and technology with Kemira's know-how in water and fiber chemistry to produce optimal overall solutions for pulp and paper industry customers. "Ever closer collaboration is needed in the pulp and paper industry cluster. This relates to paper machine, equipment and manufacturing clothing, overall chemical solutions and strong investment into research and development. Ultimately, impulses for renewal come from consumers, to whose needs the cluster's printing houses and graphic designers are very sensitive," explains Kemira's Executive Vice President of R&D and Technology, Johan Grön, evaluating the chain of cooperation.Metso's Paper Technology Center in Jyväskylä develops comprehensive solutions for paper industry customers, with a seamless integration of paper and board machine process, technology automation and board chemistry competence.