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Valmet Appoints Jon Jested-Rask as Executive Vice President of Tissue Business Division

He will report to the President and CEO Thomas Hinnerskov, and is a member of Valmet’s executive leadership team.

July 23, 2025

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Valmet has appointed Jon Jested-Rask as the Executive Vice President of the tissue business division, effective August 1, 2025. In this position he will report to the President and CEO Thomas Hinnerskov and is a member of Valmet’s executive leadership team.

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With over 20 years of international experience, he has held several senior management positions. He joins Valmet from FLSmidth, where he served as Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations & Business Development. Prior to that, he held various leadership positions at Neles, Metso and Kemotron A/S. Jon Jested-Rask will be based in Copenhagen, Denmark.


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Commenting on the new appointment, Thomas Hinnerskov, President and CEO, Valmet, said, “I am confident that Jon’s expertise and collaborative approach will contribute significantly to our strategic goals and to the continued success of tissue business area, especially as we lead the way in transforming industries towards a regenerative tomorrow. His leadership will be instrumental in driving innovation, sustainability, and long-term value for our customers and stakeholders.”