UPM-Biofore-Magazine-2-2017-ENG

Biofore creates value and well-being

BIOFORE IS UPM’S GLOBAL STAKEHOLDER MAGAZINE

Did you know, that UPM submits some 350 patent applications annually across the world? And that last year, the company was grantedmore patents than any other company in Finland; over 50? In this issue, among other fascinating topics we explore various breakthrough innovations that open up new business opportunities and have resulted from our Biofore strategy. Great examples are found among our new products as well as the technologies we have created. Wood-based biofuels and chemicals. Bio-composites. New lignin-based adhesive technology used in plywood manufacturing. The substitution of oil-based components in adhesive resin with a lignin-based technology. Chemical industry innovation award winning cellulose-based hydrogel that promotes cell growth. The list goes on. As stated by the head of technology Jyrki Ovaska : “Developing new products is a journey of discovery. During the long journey, new routes keep opening up for further development of the materials for yet new applications…” The end goal of these explorations is crystallised in the word of UPM’s redefinedmission: “We create value by seizing the limitless potential of bioeconomy.” These are the opportunities we seize with enthusiasm, every single day.

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UPM leads the forest-based bioindustry into a sustainable, innovation-driven and exciting future across six business areas: UPM Biorefining, UPM Energy, UPM Raflatac, UPM Specialty Papers, UPM Paper ENA and UPM Plywood. UPM provides sustainable and safe solutions to the growing global consumption. Products are made of renewable and recyclable materials. The group employs around 19,300 people worldwide and its annual sales are approximately EUR 10 billion. UPM shares are listed on NASDAQ OMX Helsinki. UPM – The Biofore Company

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