Targeting fast-growing markets in Russia and the CIS countries, technical laminates and protective packaging materials producer Walki Group has opened a new sales office in Moscow.
The Finland-based company says its high-quality products and “solution-focused attitude and service” give it a competitive edge in Russia and other CIS countries, and that the Group’s local presence offers an “excellent platform” for bringing new products to market.
“Opening a local sales office in Russia was a decisive step for us in building an even closer partnership with our key customers in Russia and other CIS countries,” says Walki Group’s chief executive Leif Frilund.
Artur Hytti, sales and marketing manager responsible for Russia and CIS countries, agree, adding: “Opening a new sales office in Russia was a natural step for us, especially as the Group already opened a new manufacturing facility in the town of Svetogorsk last May.
“We see strong growth in the region especially for our packaging materials and insulation facings.
“In addition to now having a local sales force in Russia, it’s very important for us to be able to also utilise our production unit and warehouse in Svetogorsk to generate added value to our customers.”
A local sales office in Russia also makes it much easier for Walki customers to avoid the difficulties related to import duties and other taxes and fees required for importing goods into the region, Frilund adds.
Walki Group specialises in the production of fibre based, intelligent, multilaminate products for markets ranging from energy saving insulation facings and construction membranes to barrier packaging solutions.
The Group has plants in Finland, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, the UK, Russia and China with a workforce of about 1,000 people, and annual net sales of more than €300 million.
Walki Group CEO Leif Frilund
