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<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2013 13:53:02 +0300</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Metso-supplied Finland’s largest pellet-fired heating plant produces environmentally friendly energy in Tampere]]></title>

<link>Http://www.metsoautomation.com/news/newsdocuments.nsf/web3newsdoc/FD9699C5FD16DACEC2257B6D002A5ABE?OpenDocument&amp;ch=ChMetsoAutomationWebEng</link>

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<pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2013 11:05:30 +0300</pubDate>

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<title><![CDATA[Metso's patent held invalid and earlier favorable decision reversed by Court of Appeals in a US patent infringement case ]]></title>

<link>Http://www.metsoautomation.com/news/newsdocuments.nsf/web3newsdoc/68839877A1B317ECC2257B6C00440EE3?OpenDocument&amp;ch=ChMetsoAutomationWebEng</link>

<description><![CDATA[Metso Corporation’s stock exchange release on May 15, 2013 at 3:35 p.m. local time
The United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has given an unfavorable decision to Metso holding Metso's patent invalid with respect to the issues subject to the lawsuit Metso has carried out against Powerscreen International Distribution Ltd (today known as Terex GB Ltd), Terex Corporation, Emerald Equipment Systems, Inc. et al. The case involves the Metso’s lateral folding conveyor patent rights related to mobile crushing and screening plants. The Court of Appeals has reversed the favorable decisions to Metso given earlier by the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York in the case (see Metso’s stock exchange releases December 7, 2010 and December 12, 2011).
Metso will seek reversal of this Court of Appeals' decision by motions and, as necessary, by further appeal. The final outcome of the lawsuit would be expected within 2014. 
Metso has not booked any compensation in its financial results based on the earlier decisions related to this case; and will do so, if any, only when the final outcome of the lawsuit is clear, earliest in 2014.

Metso’s mining and construction professionals specialize in always bringing the right technology, processes, machinery and services to our customers in the aggregates production, construction, mining and minerals processing and in metal and waste recycling. Expect results.
 www.metso.com/miningandconstruction

Metso is a global supplier of technology and services to customers in the process industries, including mining, construction, pulp and paper, power, and oil and gas. Our 30,000 professionals based in over 50 countries contribute to sustainability and profitability to customers worldwide. Metso’s shares are listed on the NASDAQ OMX Helsinki Ltd. 
www.metso.com/fi ,  www.twitter.com/metsogroup 
For further information, please contact:
Erica Aminoff, Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, Mining and Construction, Metso, tel. +358 20 484 3246
Juha Rouhiainen, Vice President, Investor Relations, Metso, 	Tel. +358 20 484 3253

Metso Corporation
Harri Nikunen
CFO
Juha Rouhiainen
VP, Investor Relations

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<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 15:37:02 +0300</pubDate>

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<title><![CDATA[Metso’s ExperTune PlantTriage software wins 2013 Engineers’ Choice award for diagnostics]]></title>

<link>Http://www.metsoautomation.com/news/newsdocuments.nsf/web3newsdoc/122EC69DAF950FDAC2257B5D0035080E?OpenDocument&amp;ch=ChMetsoAutomationWebEng</link>

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<pubDate>Fri, 3 May 2013 08:26:20 +0300</pubDate>

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<title><![CDATA[Metso to modernize automation and field instrumentation at Helsingin Energia’s Salmisaari power plants in Helsinki, Finland]]></title>

<link>Http://www.metsoautomation.com/news/newsdocuments.nsf/web3newsdoc/B304D834E68B5462C2257B5F0028CA32?OpenDocument&amp;ch=ChMetsoAutomationWebEng</link>

<description><![CDATA[Metso Corporation’s press release on May 2, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. local time

Unified automation and accurate process controls contribute to better overall process management of the Salmisaari power plants

Metso will modernize the automation and field instrumentation at Helsingin Energia’s Salmisaari A and B power plants in Helsinki, Finland. The investment will ensure high availability and safety at the plants long into the future. In choosing the supplier, the company emphasized overall best value for money and fulfillment of tight technical requirements.

New automation will replace the existing automation system from 1984 at Plant B, which produces electricity and district heat, and the system from 1986 at Plant A, which produces district heat. In the future, the plants’ main fuel of coal will be replaced with pellets that will account for a 5 – 10% share at first.

“By utilizing modern control methods, it is possible to reach better process control,” says Heikki Mylläri, Sales Director, Automation, Metso.

Metso’s extensive turnkey delivery will consist of two Metso DNA automation systems, field instrumentation, a safety interlocking system, replacement of programmable logic controls, field engineering, an emissions reporting tool to meet present directives, installation, testing and commissioning. Modernization at Plant B is scheduled to start in May 2014 with startup in September 2014. Plant A will be modernized in 2015.

Metso has earlier delivered automation to Helsinki Energia’s Kellosaari backup power plant, Salmisaari coal storage inside a cliff and water treatment, which all will now be integrated into the new automation.  . The entity will utilize the reporting system earlier supplied by Metso. In the future, all power plants and processes will be operated from the same control room with uniform user interfaces. 

The order is included in Automation’s first quarter 2013 orders received.

As one of the largest energy companies in Finland, Helsingin Energia supplies electric energy to about 400,000 customers in Finland and covers more than 90% of the heat demand in the capital city with district heat.

The Automation segment’s process automation and flow control solutions meet the growing needs of Metso’s customer industries to improve production process efficiency as raw materials and energy sources become scarcer and their costs increase. Our global network of service experts delivers business solutions to our customers that improve their productivity, lower risks and optimize costs.

www.metso.com, www.twitter.com/metsoautomation 

Metso is a global supplier of technology and services to customers in the process industries, including mining, construction, pulp and paper, power, and oil and gas. Our 30,000 professionals based in over 50 countries contribute to sustainability and deliver profitability to customers worldwide. Metso’s shares are listed on the NASDAQ OMX Helsinki Ltd.

www.metso.com, www.twitter.com/metsogroup 

For further information, please contact:
Heikki Mylläri, Sales Director, Automation, Metso, heikki.myllari(at)metso.com, tel. +358 20 483 8191 or mobile +358 400 621 860 ]]></description>

<pubDate>Thu, 2 May 2013 16:07:59 +0300</pubDate>

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<title><![CDATA[Leading pulp mills make the best with Metso’s innovative recovery analyzer technology]]></title>

<link>Http://www.metsoautomation.com/news/newsdocuments.nsf/web3newsdoc/9584464446E80590C2257B590042278A?OpenDocument&amp;ch=ChMetsoAutomationWebEng</link>

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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Apr 2013 10:00:00 +0300</pubDate>

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<title><![CDATA[Metso to supply containerboard line for Lee & Man in China]]></title>

<link>Http://www.metsoautomation.com/news/newsdocuments.nsf/web3newsdoc/58E4F7C6F4C3CB95C2257B59001FEE70?OpenDocument&amp;ch=ChMetsoAutomationWebEng</link>

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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:05:19 +0300</pubDate>

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<title><![CDATA[Metso’s marine-certified Neles intelligent valve controller withstands severe offshore conditions]]></title>

<link>Http://www.metsoautomation.com/news/newsdocuments.nsf/web3newsdoc/F1D44FB70BA77D0CC2257B5700434F4C?OpenDocument&amp;ch=ChMetsoAutomationWebEng</link>

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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2013 11:00:00 +0300</pubDate>

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<title><![CDATA[Metso increases valve manufacturing capacity in China ]]></title>

<link>Http://www.metsoautomation.com/news/newsdocuments.nsf/web3newsdoc/B458C8BCBEC35821C2257B570026503D?OpenDocument&amp;ch=ChMetsoAutomationWebEng</link>

<description><![CDATA[Metso Corporation’s press release on April 24, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. local time

Metso sells its shares of joint venture company to Shanghai Electric Corporation

Metso has entered into an agreement to sell its shares of its joint venture company Shanghai-Neles Jamesbury Valve Co., Ltd (SNJ) to Shanghai Electric International Economic & Trading Co., Ltd (SEIC), which is the other joint venture partner. At the same time, good cooperation continues between Metso, SNJ and SEIC as companies have agreed several future cooperation areas.
 
Metso will move its Jamesbury® valves production from SNJ to Metso Technology Center in Shanghai. The change from a joint-venture based operation to directly controlled Jamesbury business is in line with Metso’s long-term strategy to strengthen its valve production and service capabilities in growing markets. Chinese market is world’s second largest valve market with significant growth potential. After the transaction Metso is able to independently develop and grow its valves solutions portfolio and offer more comprehensive customer packages.
 
“This transaction emphasizes the significance of the Chinese market for Metso and Metso’s commitment to increase its presence near the customers,“ states Perttu Louhiluoto, President, Automation, Metso. 

He continues: “The Joint Venture with SEIC was an important part of our earlier growth market strategy. Now our focus is in building own presence in these markets. I am particularly delighted that while we have exited the joint venture, we have agreed on future cooperation with SNJ.”

SNJ was established 1990 to produce valves and actuators under Jamesbury product name for Chinese markets. Metso and SEIC owned both 50% of SNJ. SNJ employs currently 284 people. The final closing of the transaction requires regulatory approvals by Chinese authorities and is estimated to take place during the second quarter of 2013. 

During recent years, Metso has done series of investments in its global valve offering and presence. In 2012 Metso announced acquiring a globe valve technology and service company, Valstone Control Inc. in South Korea, inaugurated a new supply and service center in India, and completed expansion of its valve production premises in the US. Previous year, Metso opened a valve technology center in Finland, and 2010 in Shanghai. Metso also has high-class industrial valve facilities in Brazil and Germany.

Metso is the leading valve solutions and services provider. Metso’s flow control solutions include control valves, automated on/off and emergency shut-down valves, as well as smart positioners and condition monitoring. Metso’s world-leading product brands are Neles®, Jamesbury® and Mapag®.

The Automation segment’s process automation and flow control solutions meet the growing needs of Metso’s customer industries to improve production process efficiency as raw materials and energy sources become scarcer and their costs increase. Our global network of service experts delivers business solutions to our customers that improve their productivity, lower risks and optimize costs.

www.metso.com/automation,  www.twitter.com/metsoautomation 

Metso is a global supplier of technology and services to customers in the process industries, including mining, construction, pulp and paper, power, and oil and gas. Our 30,000 professionals based in over 50 countries contribute to sustainability and deliver profitability to customers worldwide. Metso’s shares are listed on the NASDAQ OMX Helsinki Ltd.

www.metso.com, www.twitter.com/metsogroup 

For further information, please contact:

Perttu Louhiluoto, President, Automation, Metso, tel. +358 40 556 5774]]></description>

<pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2013 10:32:23 +0300</pubDate>

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<title><![CDATA[Metso’s Pulp, Paper and Power business to initiate a cost reduction program to improve its competitiveness]]></title>

<link>Http://www.metsoautomation.com/news/newsdocuments.nsf/web3newsdoc/8FD13F1A381A4D77C2257B5600310B18?OpenDocument&amp;ch=ChMetsoAutomationWebEng</link>

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Metso’s Pulp, Paper and Power business to initiate a cost reduction program to improve its competitiveness

Metso Corporation’s stock exchange release on April 23, 2013 at 12:15 p.m. local time

Metso’s Pulp, Paper and Power business is to initiate a global cost competitiveness program to adapt to changes in the marketplace and improve profitability. The program will target an annual cost reduction of approximately EUR 100 million by 2016.
“The program is aimed at improving our cost competitiveness in a market that is continuing to experience major structural changes,” says Pasi Laine, President of Metso’s Pulp, Paper and Power business. “We are also aiming to improve our profitability with the help of the program.”
Permanent structural changes in Metso’s Pulp, Paper and Power business’ operating environment have impacted its operations and undermined its competitiveness and profitability. The underlying reasons for the situation lie in the continuing downturn in demand for paper machinery and the growing trend towards cheaper technology solutions.
“New communications technologies are continuing to weaken the consumption of printing and writing paper grades and have been reflected in a slow-down in the market for new paper machines. A lighter cost structure and greater flexibility will be essential to competing more effectively as we move forward,” Pasi Laine says.
“In the power generating sector, we are also experiencing a slower investment cycle in Europe and a significant decrease in demand in North America due to low energy prices resulting from the increased use of shale gas. We must take action to reduce our overall costs if we are to be able to reach our targeted profitability level on new orders,” he adds.
Planning of the program will now begin in all of Metso Pulp, Paper and Power's organisations, at all locations. As planning continues and becomes more concrete, information will be made available to employees and stakeholders in due course.

Metso’s pulp, paper and power professionals specialize in processes, machinery, equipment, services, paper machine clothing and filter fabrics. Our offering and experience cover the entire process life cycle including new production lines, rebuilds and services.
 
www.metsopaper.com, www.metso.com/power, www.twitter.com/MetsoPulpPaper

Metso is a global supplier of technology and services to customers in the process industries, including mining, construction, pulp and paper, power, and oil and gas. Our 30,000 professionals based in over 50 countries contribute to sustainability and deliver profitability to customers worldwide. Metso’s shares are listed on the NASDAQ OMX Helsinki Ltd. 
www.metso.com, www.twitter.com/metsogroup

For further information, please contact:
	
Pasi Laine, President, Pulp, Paper and Power, Metso Corporation, tel. +358 20 484 3200
Harri Nikunen, CFO, Metso Corporation, tel. +358 20 484 3010


Metso Corporation

Harri Nikunen
CFO

Juha Rouhiainen
VP, Investor Relations

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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2013 12:17:00 +0300</pubDate>

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<title><![CDATA[Interim Review January 1 – March 31, 2013: Margin improved in a slightly softer market environment]]></title>

<link>Http://www.metsoautomation.com/news/newsdocuments.nsf/web3newsdoc/0BD30BC19CB0BB18C2257B550057E361?OpenDocument&amp;ch=ChMetsoAutomationWebEng</link>

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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2013 12:04:25 +0300</pubDate>

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<title><![CDATA[Metso’s Jamesbury® on/off valves selected by Heurtey Petrochem for Russian refinery expansion ]]></title>

<link>Http://www.metsoautomation.com/news/newsdocuments.nsf/web3newsdoc/789E4671C8F28420C2257B4E0027E125?OpenDocument&amp;ch=ChMetsoAutomationWebEng</link>

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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:46:51 +0300</pubDate>

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<title><![CDATA[Metso’s world-leading paper industry control technology is now available for the corrugated industry]]></title>

<link>Http://www.metsoautomation.com/news/newsdocuments.nsf/web3newsdoc/0CC7D882F22922EFC2257B55003E972E?OpenDocument&amp;ch=ChMetsoAutomationWebEng</link>

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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:39:50 +0300</pubDate>

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<title><![CDATA[Improved moisture analyzing technology enhances productivity at biofuel power plants
- New technology from Metso to efficiently analyze moisture of any bulk materials in wide industrial application range]]></title>

<link>Http://www.metsoautomation.com/news/newsdocuments.nsf/web3newsdoc/FAC61EA1691CCB7EC2257B470031CEB1?OpenDocument&amp;ch=ChMetsoAutomationWebEng</link>

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<pubDate>Tue, 9 Apr 2013 10:00:00 +0300</pubDate>

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<title><![CDATA[Jiangsu Huadian Jurong Power chooses Metso’s automation for its two 1000 MW units in China]]></title>

<link>Http://www.metsoautomation.com/news/newsdocuments.nsf/web3newsdoc/0B36469FEA0B0092C2257B4300238966?OpenDocument&amp;ch=ChMetsoAutomationWebEng</link>

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<pubDate>Thu, 4 Apr 2013 12:53:21 +0300</pubDate>

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<title><![CDATA[Committees of Metso’s Board of Directors]]></title>

<link>Http://www.metsoautomation.com/news/newsdocuments.nsf/web3newsdoc/56232C09233D3D53C2257B3C004EDFAE?OpenDocument&amp;ch=ChMetsoAutomationWebEng</link>

<description><![CDATA[Metso Corporation’s stock exchange release on March 28, 2013 at 4:30 p.m. local time

Metso Corporation’s Board of Directors elected members of the Audit Committee and the Remuneration and HR Committee from among its members at its assembly meeting. Additionally, the Board of Directors decided to establish a new committee for preparation of the demerger (“Demerger Committee”).

The Board’s Audit Committee consists of Pia Rudengren (Chairman), Erkki Pehu-Lehtonen and Eeva Sipilä. 

The Board's Remuneration and HR Committee consists of Jukka Viinanen (Chairman), Mikael von Frenckell, Christer Gardell and Mikael Lilius.

The Board’s Demerger Committee consists of Jukka Viinanen (Chairman), Pia Rudengren, Mikael Lilius and Metso’s President and CEO Matti Kähkönen as an expert member.

Personnel representation

Eija Lahti-Jäntti continues to participate in the meetings of Metso’s Board of Directors as the personnel representative elected by Metso’s personnel groups in Finland. She will participate in the meetings of Metso’s Board of Directors as an invited expert, and her term of office is the same as the Board members’ term.

Metso is a global supplier of technology and services to customers in the process industries, including mining, construction, pulp and paper, power, and oil and gas. Our 30,000 professionals based in over 50 countries contribute to sustainability and deliver profitability to customers worldwide. Metso’s shares are listed on the NASDAQ OMX Helsinki Ltd. 

www.metso.com, www.twitter.com/metsogroup

For further information, please contact:

Aleksanteri Lebedeff, Senior Vice President, General Counsel, Metso Corporation, tel. +358 20 484 3240]]></description>

<pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2013 16:32:39 +0300</pubDate>

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