Kalle Suurpää  has been appointed as the new CEO of Kemppi Oy. He will take up his role on 1 August 2024. Suurpää brings a wealth of leadership experience, having served as Vice President of the Valve Controls and Actuators business unit at Valmet Corporation, a position he held until his recent appointment.

With an illustrious career spanning leadership role at Neles Oy and Metso Flow Control, Suurpää is recognized for his prowess in product and technology development. His tenure at Nokia further underscores his deep understanding of innovative technologies and international business dynamics.

“We are delighted to welcome Kalle to the Kemppi team. Kalle has extensive leadership and business experience. His proven track record in navigating technical, commercial, and strategic landscapes, coupled with his international acumen, positions him as the ideal leader to spearhead our next phase of growth. Kalle is used to operating in an international environment and has a good understanding of the laws of distributor sales. Kalle is determined, strategic and analytical – all qualities that Kemppi values and needs for the next growth spurt,” comments Teresa Kemppi-Vasama, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Kemppi Oy.

“I am very excited to take on the role of CEO at Kemppi. Kemppi represents to me a true technology leader in its field, with a great history and excellent growth potential in an international welding marketplace. Kemppi is renowned for its innovative and user-orientated products that have taken the industry forward by leaps and bounds. It is great to lead the 75-year-old Kemppi into its next stage of development”, says Kalle Suurpää.

Katri Sahlman will continue to serve as interim CEO until Kalle assumes his responsibilities in August.