UPM Kymmene Oyj : German Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier visits UPM Biochemicals Project in Leuna

bio-monopropylene glycol (BioMPG) and lignin-based Renewable Functional Fillers (RFF) made from certified hardwood sourced regionally in Germany.

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UPM Biochemicals
UPM Biochemicals offers innovative, sustainable and competitive wood-based biochemicals for replacing fossil-based raw materials and improving the environmental performance in various applications. End-use segments for renewable glycols include textiles, PET bottles, packaging, coolants, composites, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and detergents. Lignin-based renewable functional fillers offer a sustainable alternative to carbon black and silica in various rubber and plastic applications. UPM is building an industrial-scale biorefinery in Leuna, Germany, to convert solid wood into next-generation biochemicals. www.upmbiochemicals.com

UPM
We deliver renewable and responsible solutions and innovate for a future beyond fossils across six business areas: UPM Biorefining, UPM Energy, UPM Raflatac, UPM Specialty Papers, UPM Communication Papers and UPM Plywood. As the industry leader in the responsibility, we are committed to the UN Business Ambition for 1.5°C and the science-based targets to mitigate climate change. We employ 18,700 people worldwide, and our annual sales are approximately EUR 8.6 billion. Our shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. UPM Biofore - Beyond fossils. www.upm.com

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