Aleksi Salo appointed as the new CEO of Mining Finland
The Board of Mining Finland ry (Association) has selected a new CEO. Mr. Aleksi Salo, has been appointed to the position. He moves to the role from the Geological Survey of Finland (GTK), where he served as an Account Manager, and will begin leading the Mining Finland Association in November. The current CEO, Lasse Moilanen, will transition to the role of Chairman of the Board and CEO of BioSO4 Oy.
Aleksi Salo Brings Strong Expertise in Mineral Economics
Aleksi Salo has extensive experience, spanning over 15 years, in the fields of geology and mining in Finland. He has previously held specialist and supervisory roles at the Geological Survey of Finland (GTK), including Account Manager and Team Manager. Mr. Salo has also been a part of GTK's international project team since 2019.
His core expertise lies in solving challenges related to mineral resources and their utilization, as well as matters concerning the development of value chains for critical raw materials. Salo also has experience in utilizing various RDI (Research, Development, and Innovation) funding opportunities to advance research and business. Furthermore, he possesses a strong background in association work, having served as a chairman and on various association boards for two decades. Aleksi Salo states enthusiastically: "I am truly excited about the opportunity to continue Lasse's excellent work in promoting the export of domestic mining expertise and building networks. The whole world is now talking about critical raw materials. Responsible mining, high-quality education, and reliable expert services are in demand globally."
"I am truly excited about the opportunity to continue Lasse's excellent work in promoting the export of domestic mining expertise and building networks. The whole world is now talking about critical raw materials. Responsible mining, high-quality education, and reliable expert services are in demand globally."
Gratitude to Lasse Moilanen
Lasse Moilanen has served as the CEO of Mining Finland Association since July 2023. Mr. Moilanen has a broad background, with over 20 years of experience in global mining chemical sales, logistics, and building distribution networks. He previously served as the CEO of BioSO4 Oy, a position to which he is now returning. The Association warmly thanks Moilanen for his significant work in promoting the visibility and export of the Finnish mining industry, as well as its related technology and service providers. Among Lasse's most notable achievements, in addition to strengthening the broad international network, is the almost fivefold growth of the association's membership, reaching 155 members.
Lasse Moilanen comments: "The past few years have been truly interesting. I have been very fortunate to have built one of the fastest-growing and most impactful mining technology and service clusters in Europe. I can confidently leave the association in good shape to be managed by a competent successor."
Mission and Purpose of the Mining Finland Association
Mining Finland ry is a cooperation network for Finnish mining technology and service companies. The Association's purpose is to promote the export of technology, services, and education from the Finnish mining cluster to international markets. The organization brings together companies and other actors whose expertise covers the entire mineral sector value chain. The goal is to solidify Finland's reputation internationally as a high-standard center for mining technology and expertise. To achieve these objectives, Mining Finland participates in international and domestic industry events and facilitates collaboration between companies and RDI actors.
"Mining Finland's role in export promotion and as the unifying actor for the entire cluster is more important than ever," reminds Board Chair Saija Luukkanen from Oulu Mining School. "The research and commercialization of new technological and service solutions, and the education connected to them, are playing a crucial role for Finland as we seek economic growth from the mining sector."