Mikael Nováky's responsibilities include all sales and business development activities of the Group in the Asia Pacific area and the Changshu plant.As a consequence, Timo Finnström has been appointed Vice President, Paper Packaging and Sourcing, as of January 1.As of January 1 the Operational Excellence model has been strengthened by bringing together Walki's Lean and Supply Chain operations into one organization. The Operational Excellence function will concentrate on improving Walki's competitiveness and customer service, and further developing and implementing Lean practices and continuoued improvement.Tuomo Wall has been appointed Vice President, Operational Excellence as of January 1.