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Sunny Summer Wishes Summer is finally here, bringing warmer and brighter days. We at UMV would like to take the opportunity to thank all our customers and partners for the first half of 2026. It has been an exciting time, and we are now looking forward to a few weeks of vacation before returning for new adventures and challenges in… Read more →

UMV Secures New INVO® Coater Project for MM Frohnleiten UMV Coating Systems is proud to announce a new project together with MM Board & Paper, confirming the strong position of UMV’s coating technology in the global board industry. The project involves the installation of an INVO® Coater equipped with INVO® Tip technology at the MM Frohnleiten GmbH production site in… Read more →

UMV Coating Systems at ZELLCHEMING-Expo 2026 UMV Coating Systems will be exhibiting at ZELLCHEMING-Expo 2026, taking place from 16–18 June at the RheinMain CongressCenter in Wiesbaden, Germany. As a leading meeting place for the European pulp, paper and supplier industries, ZELLCHEMING brings together professionals from across the value chain to explore new developments in fibre-based materials and sustainable manufacturing. Visit… Read more →

UMV Coating Systems will be attending the Barrier Coatings for Food Packaging Conference 2026 Barrier coatings are playing an increasingly important role in enabling safe, high-performance and sustainable food contact packaging. With growing focus on fibre-based solutions, PFAS-free alternatives, recyclability and regulatory compliance, the conference offers an excellent opportunity to explore the latest developments shaping the industry. UMV will be… Read more →

Barrier coating for paper and board: Practical and fundamental aspects UMV Coating Systems, in collaboration with Åbo Akademi University, is organising a three-day course in Barrier Coating Technology on 25–27 August 2026 in Säffle, Sweden. Designed for both doctoral students and industry professionals, the course combines fundamental knowledge with hands-on pilot-scale trials, focusing on water-based barrier coatings for fibre-based packaging.… Read more →

New drive system for our pilot plant As part of our ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, we’ve recently completed a major upgrade focused on increasing stability, flexibility, and creating new opportunities for our customers and partners. In collaboration with AFRY Industry AB, we’ve implemented a state-of-the-art AC drive system from Siemens. This enhancement strengthens our capabilities and ensures our facility… Read more →

On April 15–16, we will be attending Pulp & Beyond in Helsinki, one of the key meeting places for professionals across the forest-based bioeconomy. The event brings together industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders to exchange knowledge, explore emerging technologies, and discuss the future of sustainable industrial development. It provides a valuable platform for dialogue around efficiency, innovation, and long-term solutions… Read more →

Get to know Håkan, President of UMV Get to know Håkan, President of UMV, his journey in the company, UMV’s core values, and how he drives innovation. In this interview, he also shares insights on the company’s future and his personal interests. Hi Håkan! Can you tell us about your journey at UMV? “I started at UMV back in 1986,… Read more →

As we approach the end of another successful year, we would like to extend our warmest thanks to our customers, partners, and colleagues around the world. Your trust, collaboration, and continued support inspire us to keep advancing coating technology and delivering innovative, sustainable solutions for the paper and board industry. We wish you a joyful festive season and a prosperous… Read more →

Say hi to Daniel, our Commercial Director! Since 2008, Daniel has grown with UMV and now drives solutions helping clients move toward a sustainable, paper-based future. Get to know him better in this brief interview where he shares insights from his job.  What has your journey at UMV looked like? I started at UMV back in 2008 as an Applications… Read more →