Lifecycle partnership

Smart, scalable support from a trusted partner is becoming more important than ever for tackling pressures such as aging assets, skill gaps, quality and process issues, and tightening regulations.

Valmet’s lifecycle partnership model delivers precisely this kind of support through ongoing proactive collaboration, advanced digital services, and cutting-edge technology. We pride ourselves on our deep process and maintenance expertise and on providing local presence with global reach, ensuring you get the best support possible to achieve your goals at every phase of lifecycle.

Tackle challenges with lifecycle partnership

When production challenges begin to affect your reliability, efficiency, or growth, a lifecycle partnership can help you tackle them proactively. It supports you in addressing both immediate operational needs and longer-term business goals. Common challenges that we can help you with include:

Unplanned downtime and reliability risks

Frequent interruptions, aging assets, and limited predictive capabilities increase operational costs and reduce return on capital investments.

Quality deviations and process instability

Inconsistent output and unstable processes lead to waste, rework, and lost production, resulting in reduced cost efficiency and competitiveness.

Workforce competence gaps

Limited experience, an aging workforce, and evolving technologies make it harder to operate efficiently and protect the value of CAPEX and OPEX investments.

Regulatory, competition, and demand pressures

Tightening environmental standards, increasingly volatile markets, and more demanding customer expectations require smarter, more agile operations.

Measurable value at every lifecycle stage

The focus of a lifecycle partnership is on delivering measurable value at every lifecycle stage using advanced technology, tailored services, and innovative digital solutions.

A lifecycle partnership helps you to:


Strengthen your team with proactive OEM expertise		Stay ahead with proven, innovative technologies
	Enhance the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of your operations with the help of hands-on knowledge from a global OEM partner with local presence.		Future-proof your operations and reduce risk from day one with smart design choices and advanced technology solutions.


Ensure reliable production – every day	Scale your success with performance-drive growth	Lead the way towards a more sustainable future

Maximize process uptime and asset lifespan through proactive maintenance, predictive tools, and expert support.

Enhance efficiency and stay ahead of the competition with targeted upgrades, audits, and automation solutions.

Make a measurable impact on sustainability by extending asset lifespans, reducing waste, and embracing circularity.

Lifecycle support for customers around the world

Improved reliability, efficiency, and performance for Metsä Board

Results:

Improved equipment availability and operational and financial predictability through long-term maintenance agreements for three board and paper mills
Improved maintenance quality and effectiveness through proactive and predictive maintenance approaches
Annual winder downtime reduced from close to 80 hours down to a few hours
Peace of mind through guaranteed availability of maintenance resources and expertise

Improved uptime and consistent quality for ITC Ltd.

Results:

20% increase in steam production plus improved uptime through recovery boiler upgrade
Improved predictability and reduced uptime through regular health checks and audits
Lower cost per ton and improved grade flexibility through bleach plant upgrade
Reduced water consumption and more stable pulp quality through washing improvements

Reliable production and consistent quality for Yusen

Results:

Stepwise upgrades in technology, capacity, and performance together with lifecycle services that help maintain results over time
Measurable improvements based on proven technology leadership, well-matched machine concepts, and full-service lifecycle support
Stable, flexible production across six tissue machines, supporting smooth grade changes and reliable day‑to‑day production
Continuous optimization of equipment and processes to improve energy efficiency, productivity, and ease of operation

Reduced unplanned downtime, increased safety, and improved capacity for Arauco

Results:

Predictable schedules and risk sharing for large-scale projects through EPC delivery model
Reduced unplanned downtime and safer shutdowns across multiple sites enabled by lifecycle service agreements
Improved safety performance during construction phases through site safety program
Improved global competitiveness through expanded pulp production capacity
Foundations laid for autonomous operations and real-time optimization with automation upgrades

High efficiency and quality for Yueyang Forest & Paper

Results:

Successful startup and safe operation for state-of-the-art papermaking line
Cutting-edge technology and automation help support competitiveness in a demanding market environment
Local project teams and global experts ensure challenges are addressed and solved efficiently
Enhanced efficiency and quality for stock preparation, wet end, and drying and finishing

Enhanced reliability and performance for Suzano

Results:

Reduced unplanned downtime during annual shutdowns
Extended asset life through digester rebuilds and structured maintenance planning
Improved steam economy and reduced fossil fuel use enabled by biomass boiler projects and diffuser overhauls
Improved runnability and more stable production flows through implementation of automation and advanced controls

Valmet’s lifecycle partnership offering

As your lifecycle partner, Valmet can help you drive performance, reliability, and long-term value every step of the way.

Pulp

Get more from less with Valmet technologies, automation, and services for pulp production.

Energy and Circularity

Meet today’s energy demands and tomorrow’s future-proofing needs in energy production.

Packaging and Paper

Ensure smooth, sustainable, and profitable production of packaging material, board, and paper.

Tissue

Optimize lifecycle performance from fiber to finished products with Valmet’s flexible tissue-making technology.

Automation

Improve process efficiency, quality, and profitability with future-proof automation solutions for pulp, board, paper, and tissue production.

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