ABOUT US
We transform the paper and pulp industry with sustainable innovations
OUR SERVICES
The Nordic Pilot Center accelerates the development and piloting of bio-based materials for commercial markets. The world's leading pilot centre for biofibres is a collaborative effort to provide companies and research institutes with comprehensive solutions for the development of paper, board and biofibre materials.
The Nordic Pilot Center offers comprehensive end-to-end solutions for the bioproducts sector. From material innovation to industrial piloting, engineering, and tailored training, we streamline the path from concept to market-ready products, reducing risks and accelerating time to market.
EXPERIENCE
Our company is dedicated to offering clients a seamless and comprehensive service platform, designed to accelerate innovation from the initial stages of research and piloting to full-scale commercial deployment. With our extensive experience in fiber-based and sustainable solutions, we help industries scale quickly and efficiently, enabling smoother, more successful entry into global markets. Our team’s expertise and commitment to sustainability ensure that businesses can confidently navigate the challenges of commercialization, driving impactful and lasting innovation across the world.
OUR MISSION
Accelerate innovation with us
Our mission is to provide clients with a seamless and comprehensive service platform that accelerates the innovation journey—from research and piloting to full-scale commercial deployment. We empower industries to scale fiber-based and sustainable solutions quickly and efficiently, making global market entry smoother and more successful.
Our values
Collaborative
excellence
We believe in the power of partnership. Our collaborative approach leverages the combined expertise of diverse stakeholders—clients, researchers, and industry experts—to co-create solutions that exceed expectations.
Agility
with integrity
We are nimble and responsive to market changes, always ready to adapt to new challenges without compromising our core values. Integrity is the cornerstone of every project, ensuring transparency, trust, and accountability throughout the process.
Future –proof
solutions
Every project we engage in is designed to create measurable value for our clients and the environment. We don’t just solve today’s problems; we develop solutions that are ready for tomorrow.
Sustainability
at scale
Sustainability is embedded in everything we do, from product development to process optimization. We specialize in helping our clients scale up sustainable materials, ensuring their solutions are both environmentally responsible and commercially viable.
Meet our experts
Head of Coating, Printing, Packaging
Mikko Mensonen
An experienced professional in coating, printing, and packaging solutions, with a focus on profitable product and business development. Specializes in commercializing innovations and managing large-scale international projects, aligning technology with market demands to drive growth.
Head of Biomaterial Processing
Risto Hertzberg
A chemical engineer with a versatile skill set in R&D. Known for his positive outlook and problem-solving abilities, he contributes a broad technical expertise to biomaterial processing.
Head of Research and Development
Antti Laukkanen
An experienced R&D researcher, and inventor with a foundation in polymer science, specializing in nanotechnology, polymer chemistry, and water-based systems. Combines a strong academic background with recent industrial focus, applying advanced biomaterials expertise to biomedical and pharmaceutical innovations.
Advisor, Process & R&D in Paper
Pasi Ahonen
An experienced technical professinal specializing in pulp and paper industries. With a track record of managing large-scale operations and innovation for pilot plant development and industry advancements.
Petri Sikiö
Head of Competence Center
A seasoned EAI specialist with extensive experience in EPCM/EPC project management and delivery across multiple continents. Known for successfully launching industrial facilities and leveraging decades of international expertise to drive innovative solutions.
Antti Poikolainen
Head of Process Design
Brings over 30 years of process design expertise, piloting and mechanical design. He excels in problem-solving and development for paper machine innovations and has a deep technical knowledge in machine construction and maintenance.
Nora Haatainen
CEO, Fiber-X
A business and brand strategist with a strong foundation in innovation, marketing, and P&L management. With multi-industry experience and a science background, Nora has successfully founded and led an innovation unit and offers strategic guidance to startups, particularly in their growth phases.
Marko Lauraeus
CEO, KCL
Serial entrepreneur with a academic science and technical background. He has established and led several successful ventures, combining his scientific expertise with strategic business development.