Valmet has received its first order from Papertech Industries Co., Ltd. for a comprehensive automation package to improve production quality and operational efficiency at their production site in Bangladesh.
The order was included in Valmet’s orders received of the second quarter 2025 and the delivery concluded in the fourth quarter of 2025. The value of the order will not be disclosed.
TAKING THE LEAP FORWARD
The order marks a significant step for Papertech Industries as they invest in state-of-the-art automation technologies to elevate its production quality and operational efficiency. The delivery will support the company in reducing quality variability, optimizing raw material usage, and enhancing operational ease through a secure and user-friendly automation environment.
The delivery includes Bangladesh’s first DCS with a modern Valmet DNAe User Interface, providing intuitive workflows that simplify operations and enable users to manage larger process areas with less effort.
FINDING THE RIGHT PARTNER
“We have taken the decision to partner with Valmet due to the latest technology and Valmet’s process knowhow, presence and approach. We believe that this partnership will provide us with the best technology and quality systems from Europe to help us achieve our quality goals in producing world-class paper,” says Amer Yusuf, managing director, Papertech Industries Ltd.
“This marks a significant milestone for Papertech as we continue our journey to become a regional leader in high-performance and sustainable paper production. Valmet’s automation technology aligns with our long-term strategy for smart, resource-efficient manufacturing. We are proud to be the first in Bangladesh to deploy such cutting-edge systems,” says Saad Ahmed Suman, CEO, Papertech Industries Co., Ltd.
MEETING GOALS
Valmet is also glad to work with Papertech. They have shared their vision to be a top-quality paper producer, and we have aligned our solutions accordingly. Our delivery will help them to achieve their quality and cost goals and make them a more sustainable paper products producer in the market.
PARTNER PROFILE: PAPERTECH INDUSTRIES CO., LTD.
Papertech Industries Co., Ltd. is a paper manufacturing company based in Bangladesh, specializing in packaging and industrial-grade paper. Since beginning commercial operations in 2018, the company has served both domestic and regional markets with a strong focus on sustainable practices. In its first full production year (2019), Papertech reported annual revenue of approximately $5.8 million
TECHNICAL SNAPSHOT
The delivery will comprise
- Valmet DNA Distributed Control System (DCS)
- Valmet IQ Quality Control System
- Machine and cross-directional controls
- Valmet Retention Measurement (Valmet RM5)
Pravin Tripathi is a solution sales manager and Ramesh Chandra is sales manager for Valmet’s Automation Solutions in the Asia-Pacific region. Valmet is a global technology leader serving process industries. They work together with customers throughout the entire life-cycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers, Valmet is uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow. For more information, visit www.valmet.com.