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Cases and News
Case stories
Why Finland sits at the core of Sandvik’s global mining leadership
Finland is a major European producer of critical minerals. It also supplies much of the technology used in mining operations worldwide, with Sandvik as a key driver.
- Case
- 29.6.2026
Saab’s next-gen electronics guided by Finnish innovation
Defense and security company Saab has made a long-term commitment to Finland, transforming its initial presence into a hub of innovation, research, and production.
- Case
- 1.10.2025
Why Verso Energy chose Finland for its e-fuel plants
France-based Verso Energy is planning two industrial-scale e-fuel production plants in Northern Finland. The decision reflects a growing recognition among international energy players that Finland is well-positioned to play a central role in the clean energy transition.
- Case
- 13.8.2025
News
Finland Investor Confidence Barometer 2026: Foreign-owned companies power growth and innovation
International companies play a larger role in Finland than many realize. Their contribution to jobs, exports, R&D and long-term investment makes them an essential pillar of the country’s competitiveness.
- News
- 9.7.2026
Finland: Where software is a national language
With 14% of the country’s workforce made up of ICT professionals, Finland’s digital backbone is broader than that of many nations several times its size.
- News
- 23.6.2026
Finland Investor Confidence Barometer 2026: Stability still strong
Finland doesn’t always spotlight its strengths with the same force as larger investment destinations, which means its advantages can be underestimated from afar. But for global companies, Finland’s stability, trust and functionality stand out where it counts.
- News
- 11.5.2026
Press releases
Top 5 Things that Make Finland the State of Happiness Where Both People and Businesses Can Thrive
Several things contribute to Finnish happiness, many of which also make Finland a great country to do business and invest in. We listed five reasons why Finland is a country where people experience a high quality of life—and which also make Finland a place for entrepreneurship and innovation that punches above its weight in many sectors.
- Release
- 19.3.2026
Germany and Finland: Cooperation strengthens position on the hydrogen market
Germany and Finland are pursuing ambitious goals in the hydrogen sector. Finland‘s production capacities and Germany's high demand of clean hydrogen enhance opportunities for commercial cooperation. Both countries mutually benefit from each other and expand their position on the hydrogen market.
- Release
- 26.11.2025
Hokkoku Financial Holdings Strengthens Innovation and Infrastructure Collaboration with Finland
Business Finland and Hokkoku Financial Holdings have signed an MoU to enhance collaboration in innovation and infrastructure, particularly in Japan's Hokuriku region. The partnership focuses on sustainable development, digital advancements, and global competitiveness, leveraging Finland's strengths in smart city and health technologies.
- Release
- 12.9.2025
Coming events
Finland at NLSDays 2026
Meet Team Finland at Nordic Life Science Days 2026 Invest in Finland together with Business Finland and regional Finnish partners hosts a stand, and discover why Finland is one of Europe's most attractive locations for Health & Life Sciences innovation.
- Event
- 8.9.2026
Wind Finland Pre-Event Reception
This networking event is gathering Wind Finland event's international guests and Finnish companies in the industry to hear about recent developments in the Finnish wind power market, energy hubs and investment environment in Finland.
- Event
- 28.9.2026
Hamburg Hydrogen Technology World Expo Reception
During the Hamburg Hydrogen Technology World Expo, Invest in Finland as part of Business Finland together with partners invite hydrogen and eFuel off-takers, investors, developers and technology providers to learn and network about business opportunities with Finland.
- Event
- 19.10.2026