Category Archives: Finland

Press Releases & News from Finland distributed via EuropaWire

Sampo Donates €50,000 to Finnish Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund

(IN BRIEF) Sampo plc has donated €50,000 to the Finnish Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund to support global humanitarian aid for those affected by natural disasters and conflicts. The fund provides essentials like food, water, shelter, and field hospitals, while … Read the full press release

Skanska Secures €252M Contract for Green Tram Depot Project in Helsinki

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has been awarded a €252 million contract by City Transport Ltd to build a state-of-the-art tram depot in Helsinki, Finland. The 41,000-square-meter facility will house and service up to 50 trams, with provisions for maintenance, cleaning, and … Read the full press release

Gasum Announces Management Team Changes as Tor Husebø Retires

(IN BRIEF) Gasum has announced changes to its Management Team (GMT) following the retirement of Tor Husebø, Vice President of Projects & Biogas Production, effective 1 December 2024. Tommy Mattila will assume Husebø’s role, while Ville Pesonen will take over … Read the full press release

CapMan-Managed Tukikummit Foundation Raises Funds for Finnish Youth at ‘Together for a Better Future’ Charity Event

(IN BRIEF) On November 27, 2024, the Tukikummit Foundation, managed by CapMan, hosted its annual charity event, “Together for a Better Future,” raising funds for children and youth in Finland. The event marked its ninth edition, with all proceeds going … Read the full press release

Valio Partners with Denps to Develop Premium Protein Supplement for Korea’s Health-Conscious Market

(IN BRIEF) Valio has partnered with Denps to create Denmark Protein Story, a premium protein supplement for Korea’s health-conscious market, featuring Valio’s lactose-free ingredient, Valio Eila® MPC 65. This high-protein milk concentrate makes up 40% of the product, offering both … Read the full press release

Metso Unveils Advanced Fluid Bed Roaster for Enhanced Efficiency and Performance

(IN BRIEF) Metso has launched the Next Generation Fluid Bed Roaster, featuring enhanced components and advanced digital tools to improve roasting plant performance. The upgraded roaster increases plant safety, stability, and operational efficiency while enabling the use of previously unsuitable … Read the full press release

Research Project to Enhance Oats and Faba Beans for Plant-Based Food Innovations

(IN BRIEF) The Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke) and food industry partners have launched the FABulOATS project to enhance oats and faba beans for plant-based food production using advanced genomic breeding technologies. The initiative aims to develop tailored crop varieties … Read the full press release

Leadership Transition Announced at Ahlstrom as EVP Sophie Haan Plans Departure

(IN BRIEF) Sophie Haan, EVP of Ahlstrom’s Protective Materials division and a member of the Executive Leadership Team, will leave the company at the end of January 2025 to pursue a new career opportunity. Ahlstrom has begun the search for … Read the full press release

Valio Eila® Powder Solutions Redefine Soft Ice Mixes with Innovation and Premium Quality

(IN BRIEF) Valio’s Eila® powder solutions offer a premium, lactose-free base for soft ice mix manufacturers, combining advanced dairy science with production efficiency. Designed to enhance taste, texture, and sustainability, the powders come in two options: Eila® Pro, for balanced … Read the full press release

Viking Line Joins Gasum’s FuelEU Maritime Pool to Boost Bio-LNG Adoption and Cut Emissions

(IN BRIEF) Gasum has partnered with Finnish shipping company Viking Line to include its LNG-powered vessels in the FuelEU Maritime pooling service, enabling compliance with EU carbon reduction targets. Viking Line will contribute over-compliance by operating its daily routes with … Read the full press release

EIB Provides €105 Million Loan to Tuusula Municipality for Energy-Efficient School Complexes

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided a €105 million loan to the Municipality of Tuusula in Finland to construct energy-efficient school complexes for 3,500 students. The project, spanning three neighborhoods, aims to create modern educational spaces aligned … Read the full press release

Eviden Secures €60 Million Contract to Deliver Finland’s Next-Generation Supercomputer “Roihu”

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, part of the Atos Group, has secured a €60 million contract to deliver “Roihu,” Finland’s new national supercomputer, which will triple the country’s current computing capacity and significantly enhance AI performance. Built on the BullSequana XH3000 platform, … Read the full press release

CapMan Infra Invests in ProPellet to Drive Growth and Sustainability in Finland’s Bioenergy Sector

(IN BRIEF) CapMan Nordic Infrastructure II fund has acquired a majority stake in ProPellet Oy, Finland’s leading heat-as-a-service (HaaS) operator and bioenergy producer. ProPellet, which operates over 120 heating sites and produces pellet fuel using forestry by-products, has experienced significant … Read the full press release

Gasum Acquires Hærup Biogas to Boost Nordic Renewable Gas Production and Expand into Denmark

(IN BRIEF) Gasum, the Nordic energy company, has signed a share purchase agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in Denmark-based Hærup Biogas ApS, marking its first biogas plant acquisition in the country. Hærup Biogas currently produces around 40 GWh … Read the full press release

EIB Supports €1 Billion Laakso Joint Hospital Project in Helsinki with €100 Million Initial Loan

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided an initial €100 million loan for the construction of the €1 billion Laakso Joint Hospital in Helsinki, which will integrate psychiatric, neurological, geriatric, and palliative care services for 1.7 million Uusimaa … Read the full press release

Repurposing Drugs to Tackle Antimicrobial Resistance: Insights from University of Helsinki Research

(IN BRIEF) In his doctoral research at the University of Helsinki, Matej Zore demonstrated the potential of repurposing the drugs fingolimod and etrasimod, originally developed for autoimmune diseases, to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR). These drugs showed notable efficacy against drug-resistant … Read the full press release

CapMan Infra Invests in Finland’s Leading Bioenergy and Heat-as-a-Service Provider ProPellet

(IN BRIEF) CapMan Infra, through its Nordic Infrastructure II fund, has acquired a majority stake in ProPellet Oy, Finland’s leading bioenergy producer and heat-as-a-service (HaaS) operator. ProPellet, which operates over 120 heating sites and two pellet production facilities using forestry … Read the full press release

Mutares Expands Nordic Portfolio with Acquisition of VR Road Logistics

(IN BRIEF) Mutares SE & Co. KGaA has signed an agreement to acquire VR Road Logistics, a Finnish road logistics provider specializing in services for industrial clients in forestry, metals, construction, and mining. The company, which generated approximately EUR 80 … Read the full press release

Finnvera Joins Net-Zero Export Credit Alliance to Drive Global Sustainability in Export Finance

(IN BRIEF) Finnvera has joined the Net-Zero Export Credit Alliance, a global network of export credit agencies committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with the Paris Agreement. The move supports Finnvera’s goal to shape the future of export … Read the full press release

Metso Rebrands Sustainability Initiative as ‘Metso Plus’ to Boost Eco-Friendly Innovation and Support EU Regulations

(IN BRIEF) Metso has rebranded its Planet Positive initiative as “Metso Plus” to support customers’ sustainability goals and align with evolving EU regulations. Launched in 2021, this initiative now includes over 100 products designed to improve energy and water efficiency, … Read the full press release