Largest export sector: We were wrong about our position in the economic cycle – demand is still decreasing
“The technology industry continued to face a very difficult situation throughout the autumn, in both Finland and Finnish companies’ largest European markets, and conditions look set to remain challenging for the rest of the year.”
Current Affairs
No agreement yet, new strikes begin in the technology industries
A European House Divided Cannot Stand for Economic Revival & Security
Technology Companies know their skills needs – the education must follow suit
Strengthening Europe’s semiconductor industry: Strategic insights from Finland for the EU Chips Act 2.0
EU AFfairs
Finnish Technology Industry and the EU
Technology Industries of Finland’s advocacy in the European arena focuses on a few key themes: data and AI, competitiveness, the green transition, and ‘Social Europe’.
Company Stories
“We should be talking about the materials companies use and, more generally, how nature is used in production.”
Kati Ihamäki
Vice President of Sustainability and Public Affairs, Fiskars Group
From thesis to expertise: Valmet’s journey with an international graduate – Essential tips for successful collaboration
Technology from Turku solves industrial energy problems around the world – Converting side streams into new products for global markets
The green transition goes from global customers to Koja’s production: “We want to be the technology and environmental leader in our industries”
Mäkelä Alu aims to become carbon neutral by 2025 – “We have the duty and ability to lead the way.”
Gebwell is investing and expanding as a pioneer in ecological cooling and heating solutions
Fiskars is investing and aims to reduce its emissions by 60 per cent: “Sustainability does not hinder successful business.”
An unforgettable student exchange inspired Hitesh Monga to apply for technology studies and work in Finland
Finelcomp, based in Outokumpu, invests EUR 2.5 million in reducing emissions and expanding production
Finland possesses expertise that is vital for the chip industry – Picosun’s CEO: “This is worth making major investments in.”
Companies are experiencing a biodiversity boom: companies are interested in the threats and opportunities of impacts on nature
Our Goals
Environment and Circular Economy
The green transition is not just a necessity: it is also a huge opportunity. The circular economy transition and the securing of biodiversity must be promoted with the interests of exports first, by removing regulatory obstacles and creating new markets for the circular economy. At the same time, raw materials which are critical for Finland must be charted.
Economy and Taxation
Companies must enjoy predictable taxation and business environments. The public finances must be balanced, and care must be taken to ensure the corporation tax rate and system are competitive. To make work worthwhile, the long-term goal must be reducing income tax in all income classes, within the framework of what the public purse can afford.
