Kemira Oyj () is a chemical industry group headquartered in Helsinki, Finland. The company was established in 1920 and has developed into a global leader in its two main segments, Industry&Water and Pulp&Paper. Full history including a history video can be found on the company's website.
Antti Salminen became Kemira's President and CEO in February 2024.
Kemira's main shareholder is Oras Invest Oy and its owners, members of the Paasikivi family. Its former main owner, the State of
Finland
Finland, officially the Republic of Finland, is a Nordic country in Northern Europe. It borders Sweden to the northwest, Norway to the north, and Russia to the east, with the Gulf of Bothnia to the west and the Gulf of Finland to the south, ...
through Solidium, sold the largest part of its holding to Finnish investors in August 2007 and divested its remaining shares in 2023-2024. In 2024, Oras Invest holds 23% of Kemira's shares.
Short videoclip about Kemira Headquarters in Helsinki, Finland:
Media:Exterior of the Kemira building, Helsinki (2006).ogg
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Manufacturing companies based in Helsinki
Companies listed on Nasdaq Helsinki
Companies in the OMX Helsinki 25
Chemical companies of Finland
Chemical companies established in 1920
Articles containing video clips
1920 establishments in Finland