Sami Takaluoma appointed President and CEO of Metso

Sami Takaluoma
Sami Takaluoma

Metso’s board of directors has appointed Sami Takaluoma as Metso’s new President and CEO, effective November 1.

Takaluoma has been with Metso since 1997 and has led Metso’s Services business area since 2021.

“I would like to warmly thank the board for the opportunity to lead this great company. Having had the privilege of working for Metso for 27 years, I can confidently say that I know the company and understand our potential,” Takaluoma said. “With Metso’s long history and strong foundation in the aggregates and mining markets, we are excellently positioned to achieve industry leadership. I eagerly anticipate embarking on this journey to deliver even greater value to our customers and stakeholders, alongside my talented and dedicated colleagues.”

Takaluoma has held several management positions with Metso since 2003, becoming Vice President of the Nordic Market area in 2014 and President of Minerals Consumables in 2017. He has been a member of Metso’s leadership team since 2017.

“Sami has done an excellent job in leading the businesses and as a member of the leadership team over the past seven years,” said Kari Stadigh, Chair of Metso’s board of directors.

“Under his leadership, Metso’s services and consumables businesses have grown and created significant value, especially after the merger of Metso and Outotec. The board is convinced that Sami is the right choice to lead Metso into its next phase.”

Metso’s current President and CEO, Pekka Vauramo, will continue with the company as per his contract until the end of 2024, ensuring a smooth transition of responsibilities.

“On behalf of the entire board, I would also like to extend our thanks to Pekka Vauramo, who is now stepping down from his role as President and CEO of Metso as earlier agreed,” Stadigh said.

Vauramo is credited with helping Metso evolve into a stronger company with an enhanced culture, improved customer satisfaction, and a new level of profitability.

“I want to thank all my colleagues and Metso’s Board for the past six years. We have achieved a lot, and the company is in a strong position to succeed in the future. I wish Sami and all Metsonites best of luck and continued success for the years ahead,” Vauramo said.

“I would like to warmly thank the board for the opportunity to lead this great company. Having had the privilege of working for Metso for 27 years, I can confidently say that I know the company and understand our potential,” Takaluoma said.

“With Metso’s long history and strong foundation in the aggregates and mining markets, we are excellently positioned to achieve industry leadership. I eagerly anticipate embarking on this journey to deliver even greater value to our customers and stakeholders, alongside my talented and dedicated colleagues.”