Markku Välimäki has been appointed Managing Director of Uwira Oy, effective October 1, 2025. He succeeds Arto Aro, who has decided to pursue his career outside the company. Markku joins the company from his position as Plant Manager at Valmet Technologies Oy’s Lapua plant.
Markku brings over 30 years of extensive experience in operational management, business development and performance improvement, as well as in the sales and marketing of products and services within the engineering industry. As Managing Director of Uwira, Markku will be responsible for achieving the company’s strategic goals, ensuring the quality of customer service, and managing day-to-day operations.
“I am deeply grateful to the management of Leinolat Group and the Board of Uwira for the trust they have placed in me, and I am excited about the opportunity to join Uwira’s skilled team. Uwira’s strong position as a supplier of demanding piping systems—combined with the capabilities of other Leinolat Group companies—provides an excellent foundation for further developing the business. I look forward to collaborating with our customers, partners, and personnel; together, we can take Uwira into its next phase of growth and development,” the incoming Managing Director states. “We are pleased to welcome Markku to the Uwira team. His extensive experience in managing operations within the engineering industry, combined with strong technical expertise, strengthens our position as a leading supplier of demanding piping systems,” commented Keimo Kalliosaari, CEO of Leinolat Group and Chairman of the Board of Uwira Oy.
Leinolat Group thanks Arto Aro for his contributions and wishes Markku success in his new role.
Uwira Oy is part of the Vaasa-based Leinolat Group. The company specializes in manufacturing demanding, installation-ready piping components, double-walled pipes, and modules. Uwira’s customers include global machinery and equipment manufacturers, as well as companies in the marine, energy production, oil and gas, and process industries.