Valmet to Supply 3D Fibre Production Line to Metsä Group
Metsä Group has selected Valmet (VALMT.HE) to supply a large-scale 3D Fiber moulded fibre production line for its Äänekoski mill in Finland. The new line is expected to begin operations by the end of 2028 and will produce over 100 million lightweight, cellulose-based items annually as an alternative to plastic packaging. The project follows years of joint development between Valmet and Metsä Group at their demo plant since 2022. The technology allows for direct production of three-dimensional products from pulp without intermediate steps, supporting sustainability goals by reducing reliance on plastics in high-volume manufacturing. Valmet's third-quarter order intake has been boosted by the deal, which underscores growing market interest in sustainable packaging solutions and validates Valmet’s 3D Fiber as a scalable industrial technology.
Topics: 3D fiber production Metsä Group sustainable packaging Valmet