13.05.2026

Lahti, Finland – May 2026 – Jartek has signed a partnership agreement with Koeki Ltd., a Japan-based company with extensive experience in working with Finnish industrial partners. The collaboration aims to strengthen Jartek’s presence in the Japanese market and provide advanced automation solutions for the sawmill industry. The partnership commenced in early 2026.

Koeki Ltd. brings decades of experience in cooperation with Finnish companies and has established a strong position within the Japanese forest and sawmill industry. The collaboration provides Jartek with valuable local expertise and access to well-developed networks in the market.

The Japanese sawmill industry is currently undergoing a significant transformation, with increasing focus on automation and efficiency in production lines. Jartek is well positioned to respond to this development by offering solutions that improve productivity, quality, and overall competitiveness.

“Japan is a strategically important market for us, and the cooperation with Koeki provides an excellent platform to grow and meet the evolving needs of our customers,” says Kari Puustinen, VP of Sales, Jartek.

As a result of the cooperation, the companies have already concluded their first deal together. Read more about the project here.

Through this partnership, Jartek and Koeki aim to establish a long-term cooperation and pursue new opportunities in the Japanese market.

For more information
Kari Puustinen
VP of Sales, Jartek
kari.puustinen@jartek.com