Metso enters into partnership with Czech Republic-based ZANAP, service provider for pulp and paper industry

HELSINKI, Oct. 26, 2011 (Press Release) - Metso has entered into a partnership agreement with ZANAP, a service provider for the pulp and paper industry based in Frýdek-Mistek, Czech Republic. The agreement strengthens Metso's position as a leading service and technology provider in Europe. ZANAP provides maintenance, repair and retrofit services for the pulp and paper industry in Central Europe and will thus complement Metso's existing service capability in the area.

ZANAP has extensive experience of working with Metso. As an authorized service partner, ZANAP's trained and competent team of service experts will work exclusively for Metso in the pulp, paper and fiberboard industry.

"Our objective is to enhance customer satisfaction by offering customers access to a knowledgeable and well-trained service team capable of meeting their requirements for the knowledge and skills necessary for boosting their overall operational availability, says Robert Mohr, head of Metso's Paper and Fiber Technology, Central Europe North Region.