Kemira Oyj

M&A Activity • Jul 8, 2013

Kemira Oyj has initiated a process to explore strategic options for ChemSolutions

In line with its strategy, Kemira has retained SEB for a process to review strategic options for its ChemSolutions segment.

In Q1 2013, Kemira divested ChemSolutions' food and pharmaceuticals businesses and sold its shares in JV Sachtleben. Kemira continues the re-alignment of its portfolio. Accordingly, a process has been initiated to review the strategic options for ChemSolutions.

According to its strategy, Kemira focuses on pulp & paper, oil & gas, mining and water treatment and provides expertise and tailored combinations of chemicals for waterintensive industries. ChemSolutions is a non-core part of Kemira's business with limited synergies to Kemira's core business.

For more information, please contact

Kemira Oyj Hannu Virolainen, President, ChemSolutions segment Tel. +358 10 862 1684

Matti Lapinleimu, VP, Mergers & Acquisitions Tel. +358 10 862 1786

Tero Huovinen, Director, Investor Relations Tel. +358 10 862 1980

Kemira is a global chemicals company serving customers in water-intensive industries. We provide expertise and chemicals that improve our customers' water, energy and raw material efficiency. Our focus is on pulp & paper, oil & gas, mining and water treatment. In 2012, Kemira had annual revenue of EUR 2.2 billion and around 4,900 employees. Kemira shares are listed on the NASDAQ OMX Helsinki Ltd. www.kemira.com