Boskalis Nordic Today No. 01/2019

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STALWART PROFESSIONALS, IN WHOM WE CAN ALWAYS TRUST’ ‘ TERRAMARE’S PERSONNEL

JARMO’S AND TAPIO’S WORK WILL BE CONTINUED BY

markets. In our own market, our role in the group is also substan- tial, because our diverse marine construction services and strong local knowledge are our company’s strengths,” explains Jarmo. The retirement of both Jarmo and Tapio has been anticipated well in advance. The Terramare professionals who take over their areas of responsibility are already well versed in their duties, and the work will continue as normal in the same dynamic spirit as before. “I would certainly say that Terramare has always had an excel- lent sense of joint effort and operational focus. Evidence for this is also found in the fact that many Terramare personnel who have al- ready retired, as well as people from predecessor companies, of- ten come together to share their experiences. Marine construction is an exceptional industry, whose motivating challenges, diverse working methods and specialised technology are attractive factors in uniting people in their everyday work,” says Jarmo. “I believe that the key factors in creating a good sense of team- work and an effective working atmosphere have been a fair divi- sion of responsibilities and a genuine openness in which discussion and common understanding of the handling of issues have always been important values for us. Questions about anything are wel- come, and solutions have always been found,” says Tapio. All at Terramare wish Jarmo and Tapio a rewarding retirement. When other personnel are asked to sum up their characters, both respected management figures are described as reliable and well- mannered gentleman, who have always taken others into consid- eration, and both of whom have always maintained good control over things. Their sporty nature is also not overlooked. “Well, now that retirement is upon me, there will a lot of time for sport and exercise, particularly for skiing. I plan to move to North Karelia and turn my attention to nature-related pursuits, including hunting, which I’ve never had time for before. I’ve already passed the hunting exam,” says Jarmo. “Skiing is also one of my favourite hobbies, but I enjoy golf, too. I plan to play it more actively than before, while also travelling more. And, of course, I’ll also have more time for my three fine grandchildren. I have noticed that these three energetic boys enjoy the company of their grandpa – and my time with them keeps the mind sharp,” says Tapio. Are Jarmo and Tapio leaving their work behind them, or will we still hear from them in the future? “It may be that we will still remain in the picture in some way or another, and always when necessary,” they both conclude with a smile.

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