Kesko Corporation is a Finnishretailingconglomerate with its head office in Ruskeasuo, Helsinki. It is engaged in the food trade, the home and specialty goods trade, the building and home improvement trade, and the car and machinery trade. The key focus areas in Kesko’s business operations are to strengthen sales growth and the return on capital in all divisions, to exploit business opportunities in e-commerce and in Russia, and to maintain […]
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Dreamloop Games Ltd., known as Dreamloop, is a Finnish video game developer based in Tampere, Finland. Games In November 2015, Dreamloop released the arcade shooter Stardust Galaxy Warriors for PC. The game features 1-4 player local co-op multiplayer, and has been received well by both critics and the Steam community. In April 2016, in an interview on PopGeeks.net, Dreamloop Games announced […]
Alasin Media Oy is a Finnish media industry company, founded in the year 2004, that produces communication to different media and translation services. Alasin Media operates and is headquartered in Tampere, Finland Mikko-Heikki Heinonen acts as CEO, Ville-Veikko Heinonen as chairman. To the single Finnish consumer, works by Alasin Media can be seen e.g. in Nokian Tyres promotional material. The company is also active on the […]
Steerprop Oy is a Finnish company that produces azimuth thrusters for marine propulsion. The company was established in 2000 in Rauma by a group of people who had previously worked at Rolls-Royce Marine Division. Steerprop’s main products are Z-drive and L-drive azimuth thrusters used for main propulsion of tugboats, icebreakers, offshore vessels and passenger ships. In addition to pushing and pulling type thrusters, the company also offers a line of contra-rotating (CRP) propulsion units […]
Teleste Oyj is a Finnish technology company which offers broadband video and data communication networks and services. The company’s products are used in digital television, broadband Internet, and video surveillance applications. Majority of the company revenues comes from Europe the biggest clients being Cable TV and IPTV operators and in video surveillance the public sector. The company also has branch in the United Kingdom, specializing in […]
Valamis Group Ltd. is a Finnish enterprise software company headquartered in Joensuu, Finland. It is the developer of Valamis, an e-learning software used by enterprises and universities for online learning.
Kone Oyj founded in 1910 and headquartered in Espoo near Helsinki, Finland, is an international engineering and service company employing some 55,000 personnel across 60 countries worldwide. In addition, Kone builds and services moving walkways (referred to by the company as autowalks), automatic doors and gates, escalators and elevators. The company provides local service for builders, developers, building owners, designers and architects in […]
Frosmo is a software and service company founded in 2008. The company holds headquarters in Helsinki, Finland, and it has additional offices also in Poland, United Kingdom, Singapore, Spain and Sweden. The company actively develops and offers a JavaScript-based conversion rate optimization solution, which can „bypass any limitations of current CMS or eCommerce platforms“.
Ålands Penningautomatförening or Paf is a money gambling operator based on the Åland Islands in Finland and owned by the regional government. Paf offers games on the internet and on board cruise ships in the Baltic and the North Sea. The company also has physical gaming activities on Åland. Paf’s mission is to generate funds for the public community on the Åland Islands. Every […]
The Ostrobothnia Chamber of Commerce is a business organization and one of the 19 regional Chambers of Commerce in Finland. It represents over 1000 companies from variety of fields including trade, services, construction and private services in the Ostrobothnia and Central Ostrobothnia regions in Finland. The organization is headed by CEO Juha Häkkinen. Key activities The Chamber builds a strong network among members as […]
KWH Group is one of Finland’s largest companies in abrasives, logistics services and plastics. It is headquartered in Vaasa, Finland. Divisions Mirka Mirka (KWH Mirka until 2016) manufactures coated and non-woven abrasives and electric sanding machines in its locations in Jeppo, Oravais, Jakobstad and Karis, all in Finland. The core business segments are automotive refinishing and industrial finishing. Mirka exports about 96% of the production mainly to Europe, […]
Specim, Spectral Imaging Ltd is a European technology firm headquartered in Oulu, Finland. Specim manufactures and sells imaging spectrographs, hyperspectral cameras and systems. Specim’s airborne AISA hyperspectral cameras have been utilized for example in monitoring the environmental effects of major industrial catastrophes such as Deepwater Horizon oil spill and Red mud spill. In 2010, Specim was widely credited for its Thermal Infrared Hyperspectral Cameras, […]
Planmeca, established in 1971, is a Finnish manufacturer of high-tech dental equipment, such as 3D and 2D digital imaging devices, dental units, CAD/CAM solutions and software. Planmeca works in close co-operation with dental universities and institutions. Planmeca’s products are designed and manufactured in Helsinki, Finland, and distributed via a network of dealers operating around the […]
Pöyry PLC which merged in 2019 with Swedish company ÅF into AFRY, was an international consulting and engineering firm that served clients globally across the energy and industrial sectors and provided local engineering services in its core markets. Its focus sectors were power generation, transmission, and distribution; forest industries; chemicals and biorefining; mining and metals; transportation and […]
Rovio Entertainment Oyj is a Finnish video game developer based in Espoo. Founded in 2003 by Helsinki University of Technology students Niklas Hed, Jarno Väkeväinen and Kim Dikert, the company is best known for the Angry Birds franchise. The company currently operates studios in Espoo, Stockholm, Copenhagen and Montreal.
Sampo Group is a Finnish financial group made up of the parent company Sampo plc, If P&C Insurance Holding Ltd, Mandatum Life Insurance Company Ltd, Danish insurer Topdanmark and British P&C insurer Hastings, all of which are its subsidiaries. The parent company in Helsinki administers the subsidiaries. Sampo Group employs over 9,800 employees. Torbjörn Magnusson is the Group […]
St1 Oy is a Finnish energy company owning the St1 service stations‘ chain in Finland, Sweden, Norway and Poland. The company was established in 1995 under the name Greenergy Baltic Oy. In 1997, the St1 chain was established in Finland. In 2000 Greenergy Baltic changed its name to Green. In the same year, it purchased the St1 chain. In addition the service stations, the St1 […]
Stockmann plc is a Finnish retailer established in 1862. Stockmann’s 8 company-owned department stores are in Finland (6), Estonia (1), and Latvia (1). There are an additional 9 Stockmann-branded department stores in Russia owned and operated by Reviva Holdings, with a license to use the Stockmann name until 2023. The Stockmann, Helsinki centre flagship store covers 50,000 square metres (540,000 sq ft) of retail space and welcomes more than 17 […]
Hesburger is a fast food chain based in Turku, Finland. Today, it is the largest hamburger restaurant chain in Finland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania with a market share larger than that of U.S.-based rival McDonald’s. Operations Hesburger hamburger restaurants Hesecafe – hamburgers, coffee drinks and pastries HeseHotelli – hotels with Hesburger restaurant also acting as the hotel reception Hese kotituotteet – retail products Hese Nakkari – snack kiosk products Heseautopesu – car […]
Stora Enso Oyj is a manufacturer of pulp, paper and other forest products, headquartered in Helsinki, Finland. The majority of sales takes place in Europe, but there are also significant operations in Asia, South America and the United States. Market Products and services by division In 2020, Stora Enso offer products and services through six corporate divisions. The Biomaterials division sells pulp, as well as additional products […]
HKScan Oyj is a Finnish manufacturer of meat foods and products, but nowadays its product range also includes ready meals and pet foods. It is based in Turku. Brands In Finland, HK Ruokatalo Oy offers several brands including: HK: all beef and pork meat and products, ready meals and salads. The most-recognized product is probably Sininen Lenkki – an inexpensive mixed-meat sausage. […]
Kemppi Oy, is a Finnish family owned welding company, founded in 1949 by Martti Kemppi. It designs, and manufactures manual arc welding equipment, welding safety equipment and software, and comprehensive automated welding solutions. Products and services Kemppi Oy designs and manufactures arc welding equipment to its customers worldwide. It provides MIG/MAG welding products, such as compact machines, MIG welding sets and guns, and accessories; TIG […]
Metso Oyj was a Finnish industrial machinery company focusing on providing technology and services for mining, aggregates, and oil and gas, recycling, pulp and paper and other process industries. Minerals processing Products and services For minerals processing in the mining, aggregates and recycling industries, Metso’s offering includes crushers, screens, mining solutions, grinding mills and media, conveyors, solutions for bulk materials handling as well as […]
Nokian Tyres plc headquartered in Nokia, Finland, produces tyres for cars, trucks, buses, and heavy-duty equipment. Known for its winter tyres, Nokian is the only tyre manufacturer with its own permanent winter tyre testing facility in the world. The company’s Hakkapeliitta brand name is recognised in Finland as a reputable trademark. Products Passenger car tyres Nokian Tyres produces tyres for […]
Suominen Corporation is a Finnish company that makes nonwovens for wiping and hygiene products, and for healthcare applications. Suominen is the global market leader in nonwovens for wipes, and one of the world’s biggest nonwovens manufacturers. Suominen’s nonwovens are made into wet wipes, sanitary towels and swabs, for example. The company’s shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. The company has production plants in the United States, […]
Suunto Oy is a Finnish company that manufactures and markets sports watches, dive computers, compasses and precision instruments. Headquartered in Vantaa, Finland, Suunto employs more than 300 people worldwide, and its products are sold in over 100 countries. Compass products Suunto makes a wide variety of magnetic compasses, including the A and M series for general navigation, the Arrow series of compasses for competitive orienteering and KB (KäsiBussoli, engl. hand […]
Valio Ltd is a Finnish manufacturer of dairy products and one of the largest companies in Finland. Valio’s products include cheese, powdered ingredients, butter, yogurt and milk. It is Finland’s largest milk processor, producing 85% of the country’s milk. Valio is the market leader in key dairy product categories in Finland and a pioneer as the developer of functional foods. Valio is owned […]
Tikkurila Oyj is a Finnish manufacturer of paints and lacquers. The main office and most of the production is located in Tikkurila, Vantaa near Helsinki. The company was founded in 1862 as Dickursby Oljeslageri to produce linseed oil and varnish, and was acquired by the Helsinki company Schildt & Hallberg in 1885. As Schildt & Hallberg Oy, it started producing paints in 1919, eventually rising to the […]
Valmet Oyj is a Finnish company and a developer and supplier of technologies, automation systems and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. Services Valmet’s Services business line carries out mill improvements and upgrades, roll services, paper machine clothing services, filter fabrics, spare parts, life cycle services, support, optimization and agreements. Services‘ customers mostly operate in the fields of […]
Wärtsilä Oyj Abp trading internationally as Wärtsilä Corporation, is a Finnish company which manufactures and services power sources and other equipment in the marine and energy markets. The core products of Wärtsilä include technologies for the energy sector, including gas, multi-fuel, liquid fuel and biofuel power plants and energy storage systems;[2] and technologies for the marine sector, including cruise ships, ferries, fishing vessels, […]
YIT Oyj is the largest Finnish and significant North European construction company. YIT is headquartered in Helsinki and its stock is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Oy. YIT develops and builds apartments, business premises and entire areas. YIT is also specialised in demanding infrastructure construction and paving. YIT operates in 11 countries: Finland, Russia, Scandinavia, the Baltic States, the […]
Vaisala Oyj is a Finnish company that develops, manufactures and markets products and services for environmental and industrial measurement. The major customer groups and markets are national meteorological and hydrological services, aviation authorities, defense forces, road authorities, the weather critical energy sector, life science and high-technology industries and building automation. Vaisala had over 1,900 employees and net sales […]
Valmet Automotive is a contract manufacturer and service provider for the automotive industry. The company offers services in automotive engineering, vehicle manufacturing, mobility solutions as well as in kinematic and convertible roof systems. Valmet Automotive’s focus areas are premium cars, convertibles, electric vehicles. The company has over 5,000 employees in Finland, Germany. Production Present production Mercedes-Benz (2013–present) Mercedes-Benz […]
Viking Line Abp is a Finnish shipping company that operates a fleet of ferries and cruiseferries between Finland, the Åland Islands, Sweden and Estonia. Viking Line shares are quoted on the Helsinki Stock Exchange. Viking Line is operated from the Åland Islands.
Finnair is the flag carrier and largest airline of Finland, with its headquarters in Vantaa on the grounds of Helsinki Airport, its hub. Finnair and its subsidiaries dominate both domestic and international air travel in Finland. Services Frequent-flyer programme Finnair’s frequent-flyer programme is called Finnair Plus. Passengers are awarded points based on the type and class of flight flown. Once enough kilometers are banked into the […]
Fingrid Oyj is a Finnish national electricity transmission grid operator. It is owned by the Finnish state (53.1 %) and various financial and insurance institutions (46.9 %). In 2011, power companies Fortum Power and Heat Oy and Pohjolan Voima sold their stakes in Fingrid (25% each), because of EU Internal Market Directive in Electricity, which requires that power production and ownership of the transmission systems should be […]