Category Archives: Finland

Press Releases & News from Finland distributed via EuropaWire

Hiab Introduces HiSkill: A Revolutionary Training Simulator for Knuckle Boom Crane Operations

(IN BRIEF) Hiab, a subsidiary of Cargotec, has launched HiSkill, a cost-effective training simulator designed to enhance the safety and efficiency of knuckle boom crane operations. HiSkill utilizes virtual reality (VR) technology to create a realistic and secure learning environment … Read the full press release

Outokumpu to Publish Half-Year 2023 Report and Host Webcast on August 3

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu, a company, will release its half-year report for January-June 2023 on August 3, 2023. The report will be available at approximately 9.00 am EEST. Later in the day, at 3.00 pm EEST, a live webcast and conference … Read the full press release

UK Card Spending Shows Growth in June, but Concerns Remain Over Inflation and Shrinkflation

(IN BRIEF) Consumer card spending in the UK showed a year-on-year growth of 5.4% in June, driven by warm weather and increased socializing at pubs and bars. Spending on groceries surged by 9.5%, although shoppers remain concerned about “shrinkflation” and … Read the full press release

Gasum Expands Biogas Portfolio with Majority Stake in Liquidgas Biofuel Genesis

(IN BRIEF) Gasum, a Nordic energy company, has acquired a majority stake (two-thirds of the shares) in Liquidgas Biofuel Genesis AB, a Swedish biogas upgrading company. Liquidgas Biofuel Genesis operates a biogas upgrading plant in Helsingborg, Sweden. The plant receives … Read the full press release

Neste Partners with Biofuel Express to Expand Distribution of Neste MY Renewable Diesel in Denmark

(IN BRIEF) Renewable fuel company Neste has formed a partnership with Biofuel Express to expand the distribution of Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ in Denmark. Biofuel Express will be responsible for distributing and selling the renewable diesel fuel, while Neste will … Read the full press release

Gasum’s Green Finance Framework Earns Top Rating for Sustainable Investments

(IN BRIEF) Gasum, a Nordic energy company, has received the top rating of Dark Green for its Green Finance Framework from independent ratings issuer Shades of Green. The framework governs the eligibility of projects for green loans in Gasum’s biogas … Read the full press release

Neste’s Inventors Honored with European Inventor Award for Transforming Waste into Renewable Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Neste, a global leader in sustainable aviation fuel and renewable solutions, has announced that its inventors have been honored with the European Inventor Award 2023 in the Industry category. The award, presented by the European Patent Office, recognizes … Read the full press release

Singing to Preterm Infants Boosts Brain Development and Maternal Wellbeing, Study Finds

(IN BRIEF) A recently completed doctoral thesis suggests that parents should sing to their stable preterm infants during kangaroo care, as it promotes brain development in infants and improves maternal wellbeing. The study found that singing during kangaroo care helped … Read the full press release

Max Planck and University of Helsinki Launch Center to Investigate Social Inequalities in Population Health

(IN BRIEF) The Max Planck l University of Helsinki Center for Social Inequalities in Population Health, known as MaxHel, has launched its research initiative to investigate the factors that contribute to health inequalities. The center, located in Helsinki and Rostock, … Read the full press release

Gasum Opens Renewable Gas Filling Station in Växjö, Sweden to Meet Growing Demand for Sustainable Fuel

(IN BRIEF) Gasum, a Nordic energy company, has opened a new gas filling station in Växjö, Sweden, in response to increasing customer demand for lower-emission fuel options. The station offers renewable liquefied biogas (LBG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG), which … Read the full press release

Stainless Steel Revolution: Outokumpu Collaborates with thyssenkrupp and Boysen Group to Decarbonize Auto Industry

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu, a global stainless steel leader, has partnered with thyssenkrupp Materials Processing Europe and Boysen Group to introduce towards-zero stainless steel to the automotive industry. This collaboration aims to address tailpipe emissions and decarbonize the automotive sector. Outokumpu’s … Read the full press release

Sustainable Expansion: DHL Express Announces Construction of Helsinki Logistics Center

(IN BRIEF) DHL Express Finland has announced the construction of a new logistics center at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. The facility, with an investment of approximately €100 million, will serve as the central hub for all incoming and outgoing Express shipments in … Read the full press release

SSAB and Fortum Collaborate on FEED Study for Fossil-Free Sponge Iron Production in Finland

(IN BRIEF) Steel manufacturer SSAB and energy company Fortum are collaborating on a FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) study to investigate the potential for producing hydrogen-reduced sponge iron on an industrial scale in Raahe, Finland. This initiative is an extension of … Read the full press release

Innovative Partnership: Ahlstrom and Terre de Couleur Unveil Biodegradable Hair Cap

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom and Terre de Couleur have partnered to introduce a biodegradable and reusable hair cap made from fiber-based materials as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastic caps. The cap, utilizing Ahlstrom’s Genuine Vegetable Parchment (GVP) paper, is composed … Read the full press release

Outokumpu Spearheads Circular Economy Transformation in Steel Industry with Inner Circle Initiative

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu, a leading stainless steel manufacturer, has launched a groundbreaking initiative called Outokumpu Inner Circle to strengthen the circular economy in Europe. The program, unveiled at the World Circular Economy event in Helsinki, aims to create a closed … Read the full press release

Vaisala Xweather’s Lightning Detection Network Turns 40, Decreasing Lightning-Related Deaths in the U.S.

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala Xweather is celebrating the 40th anniversary of its U.S. National Lightning Detection Network (NLDN), which has been instrumental in protecting Americans from lightning hazards. Over the past four decades, lightning-related deaths in the United States have decreased … Read the full press release

Kalmar Prioritizes Safety with Innovative Collision Warning System for Straddle Carrier Fleet

(IN BRIEF) Kalmar, a subsidiary of Cargotec, is introducing a collision warning system for its manually operated straddle carrier portfolio. The system, available as an optional add-on for new machines and as a retrofit upgrade for existing ones, enhances safety … Read the full press release

Fortum Signs MoU with KHNP to Enhance Safety and Efficiency of Nuclear Power Plants

(IN BRIEF) Fortum and Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power Co., Ltd. (KHNP) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen their collaboration in the field of nuclear power. The MoU covers cooperation and information exchange on future nuclear power … Read the full press release

EIB and Multilateral Development Banks Unite to Accelerate Circular Economy Adoption

(IN BRIEF) During the World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF) 2023, environment-focused directors from leading Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) met to discuss the circular economy for the first time. The African Development Bank (AfDB), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development … Read the full press release

Outokumpu’s Ambitious Climate Targets Earn Recognition on Financial Times’ Prestigious List

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu, the only stainless steel producer, has been recognized as a leading climate leader in Europe by the Financial Times. The prestigious list, created in partnership with research company Statista, acknowledges companies that are making significant strides in … Read the full press release