INNOSUP PROJECTS SUPPORT INNOVATIONS MADE BY INDUSTRIAL SERVICE COMPANIES

The INNOSUP instrument is part of the European Union’s Horizon 2020 programme, the purpose of which is to find new ways to support innovation.

THE LARGEST INVESTMENT OF THE FOREST INDUSTRY IN FINLAND IS READY

The largest investment of the forest industry in Finland – the new Kemi bioproduct mill and the paperboard mill expansion – came into operation as planned on end of September 2023. Pulp deliveries from the new mill to customers will begin in October 2023.

Digipolis – Kemi Technology Park

Lapland’s largest technology hub Digipolis has been in operation since 1993. At its core are 50 companies and organisations that operate in the area and employ around 500 people. Development company Kemin Digipolis Oy is responsible for promoting the growth and development of these companies and for maintaining a dynamic operating environment. Kemin Teollisuuskylä Oy makes sure all operators have suitable facilities. In addition, Digipolis houses a strong educational hub: Lapland University of Applied Sciences and Lappia Vocational College organise education for 1,500 pupils and RDI services for companies in the region.

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Juha Roininen’s Patents at SF Tec Are Spot-On – Entrepreneurship Fueled by Passion

Fifteen years ago, when SF Tec founder and innovation commercialization lead Juha Roininen started exploring ways to utilize slag, he likely didn’t anticipate that today he would hold two patents with a third in progress. These timely innovations address the growing industrial need for more sustainable operational methods.
The School Transport App Koulukyyti launches in Tornio

In Tornio, the Koulukyyti app is being launched, which will make it easier to manage school transportation. The app automatically optimizes routes, for example, if a guardian reports a student's absence, eliminating unnecessary trips. The app has already been in use in Kemi, and its expansion to Tornio brings significant benefits, such as improved safety and environmental sustainability.
Green North Energy to replicate its Business Finland-funded hydrogen plant concept in Pori and Kemi – aiming for Finland’s self-sufficiency in ammonia production

Green North Energy has signed a letter of intent with the cities of Pori and Kemi in Finland regarding a feasibility study on the establishment of green hydrogen and ammonia plants. The Finnish company will be able to utilize the production concept it developed with the support of Business Finland, which it is already applying in the pilot plant currently under development in Naantali. The planned investments total more than one billion euros and are aimed at accelerating the green transition, improving security of supply and creating new jobs.