Metso reported strong Q1/2019 results with orders, sales and profitability up year-over-year. Orders received increased 18% to EUR 1,013 million driven by growth in both Minerals and Flow Control segments. Sales were up 17% to EUR 836 million and EBITA margin improved to 12.4% from 11.9% in Q1/2018. Metso expects market activity in both segments to remain at current high levels in the near-term and is progressing organic investments and R&D spending as planned to support continued strategic execution and growth.