Jennmar Forms Strategic Partnership with Outokumpu's Kemi Mine in Finland
Jennmar, a renowned global provider of infrastructure products and specialized services across civil, solar, mining, and construction sectors, has recently unveiled a groundbreaking strategic long-term alliance with Outokumpu Corporation, the world leader in sustainable stainless steel. This partnership focuses on delivering ground control products to the Kemi Mine, recognized as the largest underground mine in Finland and the only operational chromite mine in Europe.
As a pivotal component of this collaboration, Jennmar has established Jennmar Finland, a new entity aimed at streamlining and simplifying business transactions for both Outokumpu and the Kemi Mine management team. This development marks a significant business milestone for Jennmar, amplifying its European presence while solidifying ties with prominent global mining operators.
Under the multi-year agreement, Jennmar commits to supplying a comprehensive array of essential ground support equipment tailored to the unique underground conditions of the Kemi Mine. The product lineup includes roof bolts, cable bolts, mesh, steel accessories, and pumpable resins, all designed to enhance safety, stability, and production efficiency in one of the most critical chromite operations in the Western world.
Mike Petkovich, President of Jennmar Europe, expressed his enthusiasm regarding the partnership, stating, "I am extremely pleased that Outokumpu has chosen Jennmar to supply the Kemi Mine over the next five years. The Kemi Mine represents one of the largest and most impressive mining operations in Europe, providing an exceptional opportunity to showcase the breadth of our products and technical capabilities within the region. Our collaboration with Kemi’s commercial and technical teams has fostered a strong working relationship, propelling our confidence in the expertise and professionalism they exhibit. We look forward to delivering the highest level of service and support to the Kemi Mine through our new entity, Jennmar Finland."
Henri Simpanen, Director of the Kemi Mine and Vice President of Outokumpu, highlighted the mine's commitment to maintaining high safety standards while managing production risks. He stated, "At Outokumpu’s Kemi Mine, we conduct extensive ground support operations to ensure the highest safety standards for our personnel, while mitigating production risks. We are pleased to collaborate with Jennmar, a globally recognized industry leader."
The Kemi Mine not only stands out as the largest underground mine in Finland but is also Europe’s sole chromite mine. With an annual mineral processing capacity of 2.7 million tons, it plays a vital role in supplying chromite for ferrochrome and stainless steel production to Outokumpu's nearby facility in Tornio. As a strategic partner, Jennmar aims to guarantee stability and efficiency for this crucial underground asset. Additionally, they will work closely with the mine's management and underground technical teams to implement a structured change management process designed to optimize mining operations.
About Jennmar:
For over a century, Jennmar has established itself as a leading global provider of infrastructure products and specialized services across civil, solar, mining, and construction sectors. The company is committed to manufacturing and delivering solutions that enhance worker safety and productivity. To learn more, visit www.jennmar.com.
About Outokumpu:
Outokumpu aims to pioneer materials and technologies that will drive future innovation. As the world's leading sustainable stainless steel producer, Outokumpu is accelerating the ecological transition and advancing the development of low-carbon metal solutions throughout the stainless steel supply chain and beyond. With over 90% of their products made from recycled materials, the company is focused on maximizing the value of sustainable stainless steel through their EVOLVE strategy, expanding their offerings in advanced materials, ferrochrome, and innovative technologies. Outokumpu operates production plants across Finland, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, the United States, and Mexico, and their Kemi Mine stands as the European Union's only chromite facility. In 2025, Outokumpu reported revenues of €5.5 billion and employed approximately 8,600 professionals across nearly 30 countries, with its headquarters located in Helsinki, Finland. For more details, visit www.outokumpu.com.
Contact Information:
Jennmar - Michelle Eastly, Marketing Director, Jennmar, [email protected]
Outokumpu - Outokumpu media desk, Tel. +358 40 351 9840, [email protected]
As a pivotal component of this collaboration, Jennmar has established Jennmar Finland, a new entity aimed at streamlining and simplifying business transactions for both Outokumpu and the Kemi Mine management team. This development marks a significant business milestone for Jennmar, amplifying its European presence while solidifying ties with prominent global mining operators.
Under the multi-year agreement, Jennmar commits to supplying a comprehensive array of essential ground support equipment tailored to the unique underground conditions of the Kemi Mine. The product lineup includes roof bolts, cable bolts, mesh, steel accessories, and pumpable resins, all designed to enhance safety, stability, and production efficiency in one of the most critical chromite operations in the Western world.
Mike Petkovich, President of Jennmar Europe, expressed his enthusiasm regarding the partnership, stating, "I am extremely pleased that Outokumpu has chosen Jennmar to supply the Kemi Mine over the next five years. The Kemi Mine represents one of the largest and most impressive mining operations in Europe, providing an exceptional opportunity to showcase the breadth of our products and technical capabilities within the region. Our collaboration with Kemi’s commercial and technical teams has fostered a strong working relationship, propelling our confidence in the expertise and professionalism they exhibit. We look forward to delivering the highest level of service and support to the Kemi Mine through our new entity, Jennmar Finland."
Henri Simpanen, Director of the Kemi Mine and Vice President of Outokumpu, highlighted the mine's commitment to maintaining high safety standards while managing production risks. He stated, "At Outokumpu’s Kemi Mine, we conduct extensive ground support operations to ensure the highest safety standards for our personnel, while mitigating production risks. We are pleased to collaborate with Jennmar, a globally recognized industry leader."
The Kemi Mine not only stands out as the largest underground mine in Finland but is also Europe’s sole chromite mine. With an annual mineral processing capacity of 2.7 million tons, it plays a vital role in supplying chromite for ferrochrome and stainless steel production to Outokumpu's nearby facility in Tornio. As a strategic partner, Jennmar aims to guarantee stability and efficiency for this crucial underground asset. Additionally, they will work closely with the mine's management and underground technical teams to implement a structured change management process designed to optimize mining operations.
About Jennmar:
For over a century, Jennmar has established itself as a leading global provider of infrastructure products and specialized services across civil, solar, mining, and construction sectors. The company is committed to manufacturing and delivering solutions that enhance worker safety and productivity. To learn more, visit www.jennmar.com.
About Outokumpu:
Outokumpu aims to pioneer materials and technologies that will drive future innovation. As the world's leading sustainable stainless steel producer, Outokumpu is accelerating the ecological transition and advancing the development of low-carbon metal solutions throughout the stainless steel supply chain and beyond. With over 90% of their products made from recycled materials, the company is focused on maximizing the value of sustainable stainless steel through their EVOLVE strategy, expanding their offerings in advanced materials, ferrochrome, and innovative technologies. Outokumpu operates production plants across Finland, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, the United States, and Mexico, and their Kemi Mine stands as the European Union's only chromite facility. In 2025, Outokumpu reported revenues of €5.5 billion and employed approximately 8,600 professionals across nearly 30 countries, with its headquarters located in Helsinki, Finland. For more details, visit www.outokumpu.com.
Contact Information:
Jennmar - Michelle Eastly, Marketing Director, Jennmar, [email protected]
Outokumpu - Outokumpu media desk, Tel. +358 40 351 9840, [email protected]
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