Category Archives: Finland

Press Releases & News from Finland distributed via EuropaWire

Citycon’s Sustainability Strategy Update Drives Green Mobility and Community Engagement in 2023

(IN BRIEF) Citycon Oyj has released its 2023 Sustainability Accounts, showcasing the impact of its revised sustainability strategy. Key achievements include the transformation of centers into transportation hubs emphasizing green mobility, integration of AI technology for enhanced energy efficiency, and … Read the full press release

Fueling Sustainability: Gasum and NLF Collaborate to Advance Biogas in Norway’s Transportation Industry

(IN BRIEF) Gasum, a leading Nordic energy company, and the Norwegian Road Transport Association (NLF) have joined forces to promote the use of biogas as a key component of Norway’s green energy transition. The collaboration aims to raise awareness about … Read the full press release

Alma Media Solutions’ Cyber Pirates Podcast Wins Top Honors at Grand One Competition

(IN BRIEF) Alma Media Solutions Brand Studio’s podcast, “Cyber Pirates,” designed for DNA business solutions, has been recognized as the best podcast in the esteemed digital marketing Grand One competition. The eight-part series, targeting business decision-makers, garnered over 22,000 listeners, … Read the full press release

Advancing Sustainable Solutions: Metsä Group and ANDRITZ to Establish Lignin Refining Demo Plant

(IN BRIEF) Metsä Group has announced plans to build a demo plant for lignin refining at its Äänekoski bioproduct mill, with equipment supplied by ANDRITZ. Scheduled for completion in late 2025, the plant aims to refine lignin, a substance in … Read the full press release

Metso Launches Largest Global Service Center in Karratha, Western Australia

(IN BRIEF) Metso, a leading provider of sustainable solutions for the mining and aggregates industries, has inaugurated its largest service center globally in Karratha, Western Australia. With an investment of approximately EUR 32 million, this expansive facility spans 35,000 m² … Read the full press release

NIB Supports Nefab Group’s Expansion with EUR 50 Million Loan Agreement

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has signed a EUR 50 million loan agreement with Nefab Group AB, a Swedish industrial packaging company, to facilitate its acquisitions of US PolyFlex Products Inc. and Swiss Cargopack group AG, as well … Read the full press release

Gasum Group Releases 2023 Financial and Sustainability Reports

(IN BRIEF) Gasum Group has made its annual reports for the year 2023 available on its website, comprising the annual review, sustainability report, and governance and remuneration report. The financial review highlights a 44.0 percent decrease in revenue to EUR … Read the full press release

NIB Supports Norway’s Green Maritime Transition with Norled AS Loan

(IN BRIEF) Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has signed a 7-year loan agreement to support ferry and express boat operator Norled AS in its investments towards zero and low carbon vessels and associated land-based infrastructure in Norway from 2024 to 2030. … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Trucks Successfully Concludes Extreme Cold Testing of eActros 600 in Finland

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Trucks engineers have completed rigorous trials of the battery-electric eActros 600 in Rovaniemi, Finland, enduring temperatures as low as minus 35 degrees Celsius. Dr. Christof Weber, Head of Global Testing, expresses satisfaction with the test outcomes, praising … Read the full press release

Finnvera Introduces Bill of Exchange Financing for Finnish Export Transactions

(IN BRIEF) Finnvera, in collaboration with its subsidiary Finnish Export Credit Ltd, launches bill of exchange financing for Finnish exporters engaged in long-term export transactions, particularly benefiting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This financing solution complements the Export Credit introduced … Read the full press release

Neste Announces Completion of Organizational Merger and Restructuring

(IN BRIEF) Neste has finalized its organizational restructuring, merging its three renewable business units into one and restructuring functions to align with business-driven operations. The move aims to enhance cost-efficiency, competitiveness, and execution of growth strategy. Approximately 400 job roles … Read the full press release

Harnessing AI for Enhanced Marine Data Collection: A Step Towards Ocean Conservation

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the University of Helsinki, in collaboration with partners from the University of Tartu, University of Madeira, and MARE-Madeira, ARDITI, are pioneering the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and sensor technologies to revolutionize marine data collection. By … Read the full press release

Nordic Investment Bank Commits EUR 125 Million Loan to Boost Innovation at Valmet Oyj

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has finalized a EUR 125 million 8-year loan agreement with Finnish company Valmet Oyj to support its research and development (R&D) initiatives in Finland and Sweden from 2023 to 2025. Valmet, a global … Read the full press release

wpd Achieves Wind Energy Milestones in Sweden and Finland

(IN BRIEF) wpd, a leading developer of onshore wind energy projects in Europe, has achieved significant milestones in Sweden and Finland. In Sweden, they’ve commissioned the Stöllsäterberget wind farm and secured contracts for future projects. In Finland, wpd is progressing … Read the full press release

Aktia Refines Strategic Priorities to Enhance Employee Experience

(IN BRIEF) Aktia, a Finnish asset manager, bank, and life insurer, announces the inclusion of “Empowering employee experience” as a strategic priority alongside other refined targets. CEO Juha Hammarén emphasizes the pivotal role of employees in driving excellent customer experience … Read the full press release

Kalmar Achieves ISO 27001 Certification, Reinforcing Commitment to Information Security Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Kalmar, a subsidiary of Cargotec, has attained ISO 27001 certification for its Information Security Management System (ISMS), affirming its adherence to the highest standards in safeguarding sensitive information. The certification, awarded after a thorough process conducted by Cargotec’s … Read the full press release

NIB and Billerud Aktiebolag Ink SEK 400 Million Deal for Sustainable Packaging R&D

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) and Billerud Aktiebolag (publ) have finalized a SEK 400 million investment loan agreement to support Billerud’s research and development (R&D) activities from 2023 to 2026. Billerud, a leading Swedish paper and packaging materials … Read the full press release

MacGregor Secures Major Crane Order for State-of-the-Art Cable Layer from VARD

(IN BRIEF) MacGregor, a part of Cargotec, has clinched a significant order to supply three cranes for installation on a cutting-edge cable layer from global shipbuilder VARD. The contract encompasses a 100-tonne active heave-compensated (AHC) crane, a 20-tonne offshore crane, … Read the full press release

Logicor Completes Expansion of Walki’s Warehouse Facility, Enhancing Sustainability and Capacity

(IN BRIEF) Logicor, a leading European logistics real estate developer, has finalized the construction of a 10,400 sqm storage facility for Walki Sp. z o.o., a protective packaging manufacturer. This expansion, doubling Walki’s space at Logicor Wrocław II to 21,000 … Read the full press release

NIB Partners with Nooa Savings Bank to Provide EUR 10 Million Loan for Finnish SMEs

(IN BRIEF) NIB and Nooa Savings Bank Ltd have entered into a EUR 10 million loan agreement aimed at financing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Finland. The seven-year maturity loan will support Nooa Savings Bank’s strategic objectives of growing … Read the full press release