Posts Tagged ‘Business Finland’
Meyer Turku’s New MERiON Program Guides the Maritime Industry Amid Upheavals
For the second time, the Finnish shipyard Meyer Turku has been selected for Business Finland’s leading company funding program, which challenges companies to increase their research, development, and innovation (RDI) investments in Finland. Meyer Turku’s MERiON – Future‑Ready Cruise Ships and Floating Infrastructure program will be implemented between 2026 and 2030.
MERiON continues Meyer Turku’s long-term RDI efforts following the previous NEcOLEAP program. The long-term objective of the new program is to ensure that Turku remains at the forefront of modern and technologically advanced shipbuilding also in the decades to come.
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Originally published on 21 Apr
Read MoreForeign investment increased in Finland in 2025
According to preliminary data from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), global foreign direct investment (FDI) increased by a total of 14% in 2025, to approximately USD 1.6 trillion globally. Growth is driven particularly by data center projects, which already account for more than a fifth of all greenfield investments globally. However, without data centers, the real growth rate would be only about 5%, which still indicates a challenging investment climate. In addition to data centers, the semiconductor industry was almost the only one with global growth. Investments related to semiconductors increased by 35% internationally.
In Finland, the volume of investments increased sharply after three years of decline. According to the monitoring of Invest in Finland, which operates as part of Business Finland, 527 investment projects of foreign companies were located in Finland in 2025, which is 160 more than in the previous year. Investment projects include new foreign companies established in Finland and further investments made by foreign-owned companies already operating in Finland. Foreign currency statistics for Finland will be obtained from Statistics Finland in September 2026.
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Originally published on 14 Apr
Read MoreFinland Investor Confidence Barometer 2026: Companies in Finland Are Ready to Grow
The Finland Investor Confidence Barometer 2026 sends a clear message: companies already operating in Finland are ready to grow. According to the survey, 54% of respondents expect their workforce in Finland to increase over the next two years, and 44% plan to raise their R&D investments. Among large foreign-owned companies, the share planning to increase R&D investment rises to 49%.
The results underline the importance of foreign-owned companies to Finland’s economy. Although they account for only around 1% of companies operating in Finland, they generate a much larger economic impact through jobs, exports, value added, tax revenues, and R&D activity.
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Originally published on 12 Mar
Read MoreIndustrial metaverse and AI drive Finland’s tech leadership
Innovation in Finland defines the way business operates. The country fosters ecosystems where global players connect, and technology leadership spans AI, connectivity, electrification, and defense. For international investors and partners, Finland offers advanced solutions and a collaborative model that accelerates impact.
“We are living in an AI supercycle,” notes Nokia’s Veli-Pekka Luoma, emphasizing Finland’s shift from connecting people to connecting intelligence. This vision is backed by robust infrastructure, cutting-edge R&D, and a commitment to sustainability.
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Originally published on 2 Feb
Read MoreFinland’s Q4 2025 business snapshot: Energy transition and tech innovation leap ahead
The final quarter of 2025 ended with strong momentum in clean energy, advanced technology, and sustainable industries, reinforcing Finland’s position as a global innovation leader. Significant investments, policy reforms, and international collaborations during this period are expected to shape the country’s competitiveness and growth path in the coming decade.
A new National Energy and Climate Strategy was introduced, serving as a key element of the country’s goal to become a leader in sustainable power. “The goal is to transform Finland into a clean energy leader in Europe,” said Sari Multala, Minister of Climate and the Environment.
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Originally published on 27 Jan
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