Category Archives: Finland

Press Releases & News from Finland distributed via EuropaWire

Rheinmetall components to equip next-generation RCH155 howitzers for German Armed Forces

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall will supply critical electrical systems, software, and 155 mm weapon systems for the Bundeswehr’s new RCH155 wheeled howitzer under a major procurement programme led by ARTEC GmbH. The first order covers 84 systems, valued at around €1.2 … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall secures largest-ever order for laser systems to equip Bundeswehr assault rifles

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has secured a major additional order from the Bundeswehr for the delivery of LLM-VarioRay Laser-Light-Modules for Germany’s new assault rifle. Following budget approval by the Bundestag, the first binding call-off has been placed under a long-term framework … Read the full press release

Stora Enso to Support 2027 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in Falun, Sweden with Renewable Solutions as Premium Partner

(IN BRIEF) Stora Enso has announced that it will continue its long-running collaboration with the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships by becoming a Premium Partner for the 2027 event in Falun, Sweden. Marking the company’s seventh involvement with the championships, … Read the full press release

Fortum Launches Initial Hydrogen Production as Kalla Test Center Moves Toward Full Operation

(IN BRIEF) Fortum has successfully produced its first hydrogen at the Kalla Test Center in Loviisa during the early commissioning phase of the facility’s electrolyser systems. Scheduled to become fully operational in spring 2026, the test center plays a key … Read the full press release

Outokumpu Supports Stronger Carbon Border Measures to Safeguard Europe’s Low Carbon Steel Industry

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu has welcomed the European Commission’s proposal for the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, describing it as a vital policy tool for preventing carbon leakage and supporting Europe’s climate goals. With CBAM set to begin in 2026, the company … Read the full press release

Mutares Places Minority Stake in Terranor to Expand Free Float and Strengthen Capital Markets Profile

(IN BRIEF) Mutares has placed 2.5 million shares in Terranor Group AB with qualified investors, increasing the free float and significantly improving liquidity in the stock. The transaction generated gross proceeds of approximately EUR 6 million and reflects strong investor … Read the full press release

When the State Reads the Defence: How Europe’s Courts Keep Finding the Same Breach of Legal Professional Privilege

Breaches of legal professional privilege in Europe are recurring, not isolated incidents European courts consistently find that weak safeguards alone can violate privilege Mass digital data seizures pose the greatest modern threat to confidential defence communications Judicial oversight and effective … Read the full press release

Když stát čte obhajobu: jak evropské soudy opakovaně zjišťují stejné porušení advokátní mlčenlivosti

Porušování advokátní mlčenlivosti v Evropě není ojedinělé, ale opakující se Evropské soudy opakovaně konstatují, že už samotná absence dostatečných záruk může představovat porušení advokátní mlčenlivosti Masové zajišťování digitálních dat představuje v současnosti největší hrozbu pro důvěrnou komunikaci obhajoby Soudní dohled … Read the full press release

Hydrogen Project Development Advances as Fortum Partners with City of Kemi on Ajos Industrial Site

(IN BRIEF) Fortum and the City of Kemi have agreed to develop a 17-hectare industrial site on Ajos island as a potential hub for hydrogen and hydrogen-derivative production. Fortum will lead site development and investor engagement, while the final plant … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Demonstrates Counter-Drone Capabilities at Finnish GBAD Demo Days 2025

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall Air Defence AG demonstrated its counter-drone and ground-based air defence technologies at the GBAD Demo Days 2025 in Lohtaja, Finland, following an invitation from the Finnish Armed Forces. Despite challenging conditions, the company showcased effective detection, classification … Read the full press release

Neste Updates Emissions Reduction Timelines Reflecting Financial and Investment Priorities

(IN BRIEF) Neste has revised certain climate targets to reflect its current financial position and a streamlined investment portfolio, while reaffirming its commitment to renewable fuels. The company now targets an 80% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by … Read the full press release

Ahlstrom Secures Second Consecutive CDP Leadership Score Highlighting Strong Climate Performance

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom has earned a Leadership score of A- in the 2025 CDP Climate Change disclosure for the second year in a row, recognising its consistent progress in reducing emissions and strengthening climate governance. Alongside the climate score, the … Read the full press release

Tallinna Vesi Secures EUR 25 Million NIB Financing to Modernise Estonia’s Wastewater Networks and Enhance Treatment Performance

(IN BRIEF) NIB has provided a EUR 25 million loan to AS Tallinna Vesi to extend and expand the city’s wastewater infrastructure upgrade programme through 2026. The investment will renovate around 18 kilometres of ageing wastewater pipelines, modernize treatment plant … Read the full press release

New Pre-Engineered Grinding System from Metso Sets Benchmark for Safety, Cost Savings and Operational Performance

(IN BRIEF) Metso has launched a configurable Grinding classification system featuring modular, pre-engineered components designed to dramatically improve the efficiency, safety, and installation speed of grinding circuits in minerals processing. The new system includes stackable modules for pumps, hydrocyclones, samplers, … Read the full press release

Finnish Team Develops New Remote-Sensing Method to Track Keystone Forest Species at Scale

(IN BRIEF) Scientists from the University of Helsinki and the University of Eastern Finland have developed AI-enhanced methods to identify aspens and standing dead trees using open aerial imagery, offering a fast and low-cost approach for biodiversity monitoring. Aspens host … Read the full press release

Fortum Battery Recycling reorganises business structure to accelerate growth and strengthen European battery materials strategy

(IN BRIEF) Fortum Battery Recycling has introduced a refreshed operating model and leadership structure aimed at accelerating growth and enhancing service for the European battery industry. The new framework centres the business around three operational areas — Battery Recycling Services, … Read the full press release

Finnish clean-energy companies unite to restore peatlands and protect old-growth forests across three regions

(IN BRIEF) Nine renewable-energy companies have jointly financed the protection and restoration of 108 hectares of Finnish nature across Simo, Pudasjärvi and Puolanka to celebrate Finland’s 108th Independence Day. The Nature Gift to Finland initiative builds on earlier biodiversity research … Read the full press release

Valio strengthens its Food 2.0 strategy with investment in Melt&Marble’s cellular agriculture fat technology

(IN BRIEF) Valio has invested in Sweden-based Melt&Marble, a cellular agriculture company developing customizable fat ingredients using precision fermentation. The startup raised over EUR 7 million from Valio and other private and institutional investors to scale manufacturing and move toward … Read the full press release

Greta Energy awards Metso a technology package for 1.2 MTPA compact pellet plant development in Maharashtra

(IN BRIEF) Metso has signed an agreement with Greta Energy Limited to supply a traveling grate pelletizing plant for Chandrapur, Maharashtra, marking its second Compact-sized Pellet Plant order in India after a similar award announced in late 2025. The order … Read the full press release

Colas Group’s Destia to Build Key Western Section of €750m Vantaa Light Rail Line

(IN BRIEF) Destia, part of the Colas Group, will lead the western section of the new Vantaa tramway project under an alliance agreement signed on 26 November 2025. The first phase, now ordered at €230 million, includes groundwork, utilities, structural … Read the full press release