Welcome: Kerto LVL Customer Event

September 8, 2026 | Äänekoski & Jyväskylä, Finland

We are pleased to invite you to the Kerto LVL Customer Event. At the heart of the event is a guided visit to the new Kerto LVL mill in Äänekoski, the world's most modern LVL mill. Scheduled for completion towards the end of this year, the new mill represents a major milestone in the development of Kerto LVL and our long-term commitment to efficient and sustainable wood construction.

 


 

Tuesday September 8

  1. 07:00 – 10:39

    Joint transportation: Helsinki – Jyväskylä

    Train departs from Helsinki Central Railway Station. Please arrive at the station by 06:45 – the Metsä Wood team will welcome you at the platform. Breakfast is served on board. Address: Elielinaukio 3, 00100 Helsinki

  2. 10:50– 11:30

    Bus transfer: Jyväskylä – Äänekoski

    Buses depart from Jyväskylä railway station directly to the mill. Address: Hannikaisenkatu 20, 40100 Jyväskylä

  3. 12:00– 15:30

    Welcome to Äänekoski Kerto LVL mill

    The event is opened by Jussi Noponen. The programme continues with guided mill tours, lunch on site, and additional content at the mill area. Please note: safety equipment (helmet, headset and high-visibility vest) will be provided at the mill. Sturdy, closed shoes are required. Address: Äänekoskentie 693, 44200 Äänekoski

  4. 16:00

    Bus transfer: Äänekoski – Jyväskylä

    Return to Jyväskylä for hotel check-in and a short break before the evening programme. Address: Lutakonaukio 10, 40100 Jyväskylä

  5. 18:00

    Boat cruise on Lake Päijänne

    Scenic boat cruise from Jyväskylä harbour to the dinner venue. Please meet at the hotel lobby at 17:30 for a joint walk to the harbour. Address: Jyväskylä harbour, Satamakatu 8, 40100 Jyväskylä

  6. 19:00– 23:00

    Dinner & evening programme at Savutuvan Apaja

    Dinner and entertainment at a distinctive lakeside restaurant showcasing Finnish cuisine and culture. Address: Vesangantie 2, 40800 Vaajakoski.

  7. 23:00

    Bus transfer: Savutuvan Apaja – Jyväskylä

    Return to the hotel in Jyväskylä.

Wednesday September 9

  1. Morning

    Breakfast at the hotel

    Included in the room rate at Sokos Hotel Paviljonki.

  2. 08:45

    Meeting point at the hotel lobby

    Joint walk to Jyväskylä railway station with the Metsä Wood team.

  3. 9:19 – 12:59

    Joint transportation: Jyväskylä – Helsinki

    Return train to Helsinki. Passengers continuing to the airport can transfer to the airport train along the way and can expect to arrive at Helsinki Airport at approximately 13:03. More detailed guidance on the transfer will be shared during the event.

Practical information

Included in your participation

  • Full event programme on Tuesday 8 September
  • All transfers during the event day
  • Joint train Helsinki–Jyväskylä (Tue) and Jyväskylä–Helsinki (Wed)

Please note that hotel accommodation in Helsinki and Jyväskylä, as well as personal travel costs, are to be covered by the participants.

 

Accommodation in Helsinki (Monday, September 7)

As the joint train departs early on Tuesday morning, we recommend arriving in Helsinki the evening before. We have reserved a room block at Scandic Grand Central Helsinki.

How to book your room:

  • Book online: https://www.scandichotels.com using reservation code BMET070926
  • Or call Scandic reservations: +358 200 81800 and quote the code above

The room block is limited – we recommend booking as soon as possible.

Accommodation in Jyväskylä (Tuesday, September 8)

We have reserved rooms at ​Sokos Hotel Paviljonki​ in Jyväskylä. Please indicate in the registration form whether you would like us to book a room for you.

Rate: 175 €/night/person, breakfast included.

Transportation

Joint train transportation is organised from Helsinki to Jyväskylä on Tuesday, September 8, and back to Helsinki on Wednesday, September 9. All transfers during the event day are included in your participation.

If you are arriving by your own car, detailed guidance on parking and directions will be provided closer to the event.

Questions?

If you have any questions, please reach out to sari.sillanpaa@metsagroup.com