Vaisala launches change negotiations in Finland amid lower demand in renewable energy and Weather & Environment markets

Vaisala launches change negotiations in Finland amid lower demand in renewable energy and Weather & Environment markets

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala has announced change negotiations in Finland due to weakened performance in its Weather & Environment business, driven by a EUR 15 million decline in renewable energy sales and reduced order intake in meteorology and aviation during the first half of 2025. The company is focusing on wind and maritime markets, which it sees as offering the best growth opportunities, while also introducing cost control measures and organizational adjustments. The negotiations will affect 620 employees and could lead to up to 45 job reductions, though they will not impact the Industrial Measurements business or operations outside Finland. CEO Kai Öistämö described the decision as difficult but necessary and emphasized Vaisala’s commitment to supporting affected employees.

(PRESS RELEASE) VANTAA, 20-Aug-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Vaisala, a global leader in weather, environmental, and industrial measurement solutions, has announced the launch of change negotiations in Finland following a slowdown in demand within its Weather & Environment business. The decision comes after a weaker first half of 2025, during which the company experienced a decline in order intake in the meteorology and aviation markets, alongside an expected shortfall of approximately EUR 15 million in renewable energy net sales compared to last year.

To respond to shifting market conditions, Vaisala has sharpened its strategic focus within renewable energy, prioritizing growth in the wind energy and maritime sectors. These areas have been identified as holding the strongest potential for the company, while at the same time, cost control and organizational adjustments are being implemented to align operations with the current business environment.

The change negotiations in Finland will apply to parts of the Weather & Environment business, excluding Xweather, as well as to selected areas within Operations and group-level functions. The Industrial Measurements business area is not included. According to the company’s initial estimate, the negotiations could result in a reduction of up to 45 positions. The process will involve 620 employees in Finland, where Vaisala employs around 1,600 of its nearly 2,500 global staff.

“Starting these change negotiations has been a difficult but necessary step to address the challenges of today’s market,” said Kai Öistämö, President and CEO of Vaisala. “We remain committed to supporting our colleagues throughout this process and will work to identify possible alternatives for those affected.”

The negotiations are expected to conclude by the end of the third quarter of 2025 and will only affect operations in Finland.

Vaisala is a global leader in measurement instruments and intelligence for climate action. We equip our customers with devices and data to improve resource efficiency, drive energy transition, and care for the safety and well-being of people and societies worldwide. With almost 90 years of innovation and expertise, we employ a team of close to 2,500 experts committed to taking every measure for the planet. Vaisala series A shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki stock exchange.

www.vaisala.com

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SOURCE: Vaisala

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