Invitation to the Future Boatbuilding live event by Parexo, RISE and UPM
PRESS RELEASE
25.05.2021
Parexo, Research Institutes of Sweden (RISE) and UPM Biocomposites will present the new revolutionary mould technology and sustainable value chain of Future Boatbuilding on 8 June on zoom:
The live event begins at 13 CEST (14 EEST) and is open for all interested. The event will be hosted by Sampo Karpo from Parexo and features Emil Johansson and Lenny Tönnäng from Research Institutes of Sweden (RISE), Ralf Ponicki and Eve Saarikoski from UPM Biocomposites, Mikael Valtonen and Kim-Niklas Antin from Parexo.
The presenters will discuss the challenges of old school moulds, explain the technical aspects of the biocomposite material and large scale 3D printing in detail, as well as unveil the proof points for mould cost savings by 50% and carbon emission reduction by 50 % in relation to future vision of sustainable boatbuilding. The pilot mould will be published and it is designed and built in collaboration with Parexo, RISE and UPM. They will also answer questions sent via channel’s chat.
For further information please contact:
Mikael Valtonen, tel +358 40 711 9761 / mikael.valtonen@parexo.fi
Emil Johansson, tel +46 70 780 61 54 / emil.johansson@ri.se
Eve Saarikoski, tel. +358 40 835 2395 / eve.saarikoski@upm.com
Materials for media: www.parexocrafts.com
Parexo
Parexo Inc. is a marine industry company redefining boating and marine logistics. Company climate-neutral vision is to get rid of fossil based raw materials and energy. Parexo is launching completely new sustainable sports boat models 2021. Two records will prove low emissions and high-performance: First with fossil energy the aim is to break range of 500 nautical miles, without refueling. Secondly with electric power train the aim is to break top speed of 60 knots. www.parexocrafts.com
Research Institutes of Sweden (RISE)
RISE Research Institutes of Sweden is Sweden’s research institute and innovation partner. Through international collaboration with industry, academia and the public sector, we ensure business competitiveness and contribute to a sustainable society. RISE contribute to sustainable development in industry, trade and society by innovations with international viability. It may involve all from improving input-output level to the development of new technologies that leads to increased ecological, social and economical sustainability. www.ri.se
UPM
We deliver renewable and responsible solutions and innovate for a future beyond fossils across six business areas: UPM Biorefining, UPM Energy, UPM Raflatac, UPM Specialty Papers, UPM Communication Papers and UPM Plywood. As the industry leader in responsibility we are committed to the UN Business Ambition for 1.5°C and the science-based targets to mitigate climate change. We employ 18,000 people worldwide and our annual sales are approximately EUR 8.6 billion. Our shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. UPM Biofore – Beyond fossils. www.upm.com