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  1. Forum for fossil-free transport focused on the green transition in heavy transport - Finnish Government

    31.5.2022 | The Finnish Ministry of Transport and Communications organised a round table on the green transition in heavy transport on 30 May 2022, to hear the views of various interest groups on the needs of heavy-duty vehicles and heavy transport in general when transport is moving towards a fossil-free era. The discussion also focused on the current situation in the fuel markets, EU legislation related to fuels and vehicles as well as forms of support that promote the green transition in heavy transport.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/forum-for-fossil-free-transport-focused-on-the-green-transition-in-heavy-transport

  2. Jarkko Saarimäki appointed to serve as Director General of the Transport and Communications Agency - Finnish Government

    7.12.2023 | On 7 December 2023, the Government appointed Jarkko Saarimäki, Master of Laws, to serve as Director General of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency, Traficom, for the period from 20 December 2023 to 19 December 2028. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/jarkko-saarimaki-appointed-to-serve-as-director-general-of-the-transport-and-communications-agency-

  3. New legislative project to prepare a response system for location study requests - Finnish Government

    10.4.2025 | On 9 April, the Ministry of Transport and Communications launched a legislative project to prepare amendments to the act on facilitating the introduction of very high capacity networks. The legislative amendments will enable the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency Traficom to implement a system for responding to and monitoring location study requests.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/new-legislative-project-to-prepare-a-response-system-for-location-study-requests

  4. Finland is prepared for security threats against communications networks and is making sustained effort to strengthen security - Finnish Government

    30.1.2025 | Communications networks are part of the infrastructure that is essential for the functioning of society. The security of communications networks is extensively regulated in the Act on Electronic Communications Services. Its provisions contain obligations to ensure that the security of communications networks is, above all, proactively safeguarded though retroactive measures may be used where necessary.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-is-prepared-for-security-threats-against-communications-networks-and-is-making-sustained-effort-to-strengthen-security

  5. Finland stresses importance of EU cooperation in digitalisation of logistics - Finnish Government

    17.3.2025 | Finland participates in an EU project that aims to set up a European Digital Infrastructure Consortium where the focus is on mobility and logistics. The Ministry of Transport and Communications will inform Parliament about the next steps and timetable towards the Consortium with a Europe communication on 17 March 2025. At the first stage Finland seeks an observer status in the Consortium proposed to be set up.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-stresses-importance-of-eu-cooperation-in-digitalisation-of-logistics

  6. Finland excels in EU lobbying: Union reaches provisional agreement on regulation for trans-European transport network - Finnish Government

    19.12.2023 | Representatives of the EU Member States, Parliament and Commission have reached a provisional accord on a regulation concerning Union guidelines for developing the trans-European transport network (TEN-T). The regulation will define the TEN-T network, legislating on such aspects as quality requirements for highways and transport nodes. The accord was achieved in tripartite negotiations on 18 December 2023.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-excels-in-eu-lobbying-union-reaches-provisional-agreement-on-regulation-for-trans-european-transport-network

  7. Legislative amendments in the transport sector - Finnish Government

    2.2.2023 | On 2 February 2023, the Government adopted a legislative proposal to amend certain acts in the transport sector. The amendments aim to update the acts to meet the requirements of European Union law and to make technical amendments. The goal is for the majority of the acts to enter into force on 1 March 2023.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/legislative-amendments-in-the-transport-sector-1928204

  8. Government proposes national legislation to complement the European Media Freedom Act - Finnish Government

    16.4.2025 | On 16 April 2025, the Government submitted to Parliament a proposal on legislation complementing the European Media Freedom Act, EMFA. The Act aims to safeguard the pluralism and independence of media services in the EU and reinforce the common rules for the functioning of the internal market for media services.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposes-national-legislation-to-complement-the-european-media-freedom-act

  9. New legislative project to criminalise possession of devices that deliberately interfere with radio frequencies - Finnish Government

    16.1.2025 | On 15 January 2025, the Ministry of Transport and Communications launched a legislative project to amend the legislation on equipment used to deliberately interfere with radio frequencies.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/new-legislative-project-to-criminalise-possession-of-devices-that-deliberately-interfere-with-radio-frequencies

  10. Government outlines its position on legislative proposals included in the Commission’s Automotive Package - Finnish Government

    12.2.2026 | On 12 February 2026, the Government submitted three communications concerning proposals included in the European Commission’s Automotive Package to Parliament. On 30 January 2026, the Government also submitted a Europe communication regarding the Commission’s proposal to amend the EU Regulation on the CO2 emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-outlines-its-position-on-legislative-proposals-included-in-the-commission-s-automotive-package

  11. Lulu Ranne appointed Minister of Transport and Communications - Finnish Government

    20.6.2023 | On Tuesday 20 June, the President of the Republic appointed Finland’s 77th Government, led by Prime Minister Petteri Orpo. At the same time, the President released the ministers in Prime Minister Marin’s Government from their duties as members of the Government.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/lulu-ranne-appointed-minister-of-transport-and-communications

  12. Programme licences of MTV to remain in force - Finnish Government

    15.5.2025 | On 15 May 2025, the Government granted advance approval of the change in effective control of MTV Oy. The Government will not cancel the programme licences of MTV Oy for television broadcasting despite a change in the effective control of the company.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/programme-licences-of-mtv-to-remain-in-force

  13. Minister Lulu Ranne: We take any cable damage seriously, but we stay calm - Finnish Government

    3.12.2024 | Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne says that, as a rule, data cable damage should always be taken seriously.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-lulu-ranne-we-take-any-cable-damage-seriously-but-we-stay-calm

  14. Minister of Transport and Communications Ranne to meet Estonian Minister of Climate in Tallinn - Finnish Government

    10.11.2023 | Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne will meet Estonia's Minister of Climate Kristen Michal, who is also responsible for transport issues. The ministers will meet in Tallinn on 13 November 2023. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-of-transport-and-communications-ranne-to-meet-estonian-minister-of-climate-in-tallinn

  15. Minister Ranne to attend informal meeting of EU transport ministers in Barcelona - Finnish Government

    21.9.2023 | The Spanish Presidency of the Council of the EU will hold an informal meeting of transport ministers in Barcelona on 21–22 September 2023. Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne will represent Finland at the meeting. It will be an informal meeting where no decisions are taken.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-ranne-to-attend-informal-meeting-of-eu-transport-ministers-in-barcelona

  16. Cyber attacks may call for government-level decision-making: Finland steps up shared expertise through national cyber exercises - Finnish Government

    19.5.2025 | A national cyber exercise (“KYHA”) brought together more than 120 central government employees to improve their technical skills and mutual cooperation against cyber attacks. Held at the IT Institute of the JAMK University of Applied Sciences in Jyväskylä on 12–16 May 2025, this cyber exercise, the second one this year, turned out to be a great success.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/cyber-attacks-may-call-for-government-level-decision-making-finland-steps-up-shared-expertise-through-national-cyber-exercises

  17. Government proposes legislative amendments to introduce the Galileo public regulated service and to increase the information society fee - Finnish Government

    19.9.2022 | The Government proposes amendments to the Act on Electronic Communication Services and the Act on the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency. The Government submitted the legislative proposal to Parliament on 19 September 2022.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-proposes-legislative-amendments-to-introduce-the-galileo-public-regulated-service-and-to-increase-the-information-society-fee

  18. Forum for fossil-free transport focused on the green transition in heavy transport - Finnish Government

    31.5.2022 | The Finnish Ministry of Transport and Communications organised a round table on the green transition in heavy transport on 30 May 2022, to hear the views of various interest groups on the needs of heavy-duty vehicles and heavy transport in general when transport is moving towards a fossil-free era. The discussion also focused on the current situation in the fuel markets, EU legislation related to fuels and vehicles as well as forms of support that promote the green transition in heavy transport.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/forum-for-fossil-free-transport-focused-on-the-green-transition-in-heavy-transport-1760040

  19. Government proposes legislative amendments to introduce the Galileo public regulated service and to increase the information society fee - Finnish Government

    19.9.2022 | The Government proposes amendments to the Act on Electronic Communication Services and the Act on the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency. The Government submitted the legislative proposal to Parliament on 19 September 2022.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposes-legislative-amendments-to-introduce-the-galileo-public-regulated-service-and-to-increase-the-information-society-fee-1833032

  20. Government proposes scrapping premium for purchasing new cars - Finnish Government

    22.9.2025 | On 22 September 2025, the Government submitted to Parliament a legislative proposal concerning a fixed-term scrapping premium for passenger cars. Scrapping premiums could be applied for concerning the period 1 October 2025–31 December 2027. Applications could be submitted when the act is in force. The act is proposed to enter into force on 1 January 2026.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposes-scrapping-premium-for-purchasing-new-cars

  21. Legislative amendments in the transport sector - Finnish Government

    2.2.2023 | On 2 February 2023, the Government adopted a legislative proposal to amend certain acts in the transport sector. The amendments aim to update the acts to meet the requirements of European Union law and to make technical amendments. The goal is for the majority of the acts to enter into force on 1 March 2023.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/legislative-amendments-in-the-transport-sector

  22. Comments invited on the implementation of the EU Gigabit Infrastructure Act - Finnish Government

    18.3.2025 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft proposal for a new act on facilitating the introduction of very high capacity networks. Comments may be submitted until 29 April 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/comments-invited-on-the-implementation-of-the-eu-gigabit-infrastructure-act-

  23. Minister Ranne to chair parliamentary working group to support update of Transport 12 Plan - Finnish Government

    19.10.2023 | On 19 October 2023, the Government appointed a parliamentary working group to support the process to update the National Transport System Plan (Transport 12).
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-ranne-to-chair-parliamentary-working-group-to-support-update-of-transport-12-plan

  24. Report: New tools for evaluating emissions reduction measures in transport - Finnish Government

    15.5.2023 | The aim of environmental policy in the transport sector is to plan and select measures that reduce emissions cost-effectively. However, there have not yet been established principles and tools in place for examining the cost impacts of the measures. In its work, the Holistic Economic Evaluation of Transport Emission Reduction Measures (HEETRA) project has developed models and principles for calculat...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/report-new-tools-for-evaluating-emissions-reduction-measures-in-transport

  25. Comments invited: European Media Freedom Act to be supplemented with national legislation - Finnish Government

    2.1.2025 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications is requesting comments on a draft government proposal on legislation to supplement the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA). The deadline for submitting comments is 14 February 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/comments-invited-european-media-freedom-act-to-be-supplemented-with-national-legislation

  26. EU reaches provisional deal on emissions trading for road transport and buildings, maritime transport and aviation - Finnish Government

    21.12.2022 | Negotiations between the Council of the EU, the European Parliament and the Commission reached an accord 18 December 2022 concerning the Emissions Trading Directive, an MRV Regulation on reporting of maritime transport emissions, and the Social Climate Fund.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/eu-reaches-provisional-deal-on-emissions-trading-for-road-transport-and-buildings-maritime-transport-and-aviation

  27. Commission presents proposals for new EU cybersecurity rules and Digital Networks Act - Finnish Government

    23.1.2026 | The European Commission presented proposals on 20 and 21 January 2026 for new cybersecurity regulation and the Digital Networks Act (DNA). The cybersecurity package includes a proposal to revise the Cybersecurity Act and to amend the cybersecurity regulation known as the Network and Information Systems Directive (NIS2 Directive).
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/commission-presents-proposals-for-new-eu-cybersecurity-rules-and-digital-networks-act

  28. Ministerial working group updates the measures of the Digital Compass that guides Finland's digital transformation - Finnish Government

    17.12.2024 | At its meeting on 17 December 2024, the ministerial working group on reforming society decided on updating the Digital Compass implementation plan and on circulating for comments the government proposal concerning legislation supplementing the European Data Act. The ministers also discussed the progress of the implementation of the cyber security strategy.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/ministerial-working-group-updates-the-measures-of-the-digital-compass-that-guides-finland-s-digital-transformation

  29. Ministerial working group takes responsibility for cybersecurity and the preparedness of public administration - Finnish Government

    10.3.2022 | The Ministerial working group on developing the digital transformation, the data economy and public administration will take responsibility for cybersecurity and the preparedness of public administration. The Government altered the tasks of the ministerial working group on 10 March.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10623/ministerial-working-group-takes-responsibility-for-cybersecurity-and-the-preparedness-of-public-administration

  30. Ministry of Transport and Communications launches a legislative project on national implementation of the EU Regulation on alternative fuels infrastructure - Finnish Government

    18.8.2023 | In July 2023, the European Union adopted the outcome of the negotiations on the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR).  In the Regulation, there is flexibility in areas that are important for Finland. On 15 August 2023, the Ministry of Transport and Communications decided to launch a legislative project on the matter and start preparations for adopting legislative amendments. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/ministry-of-transport-and-communications-launches-a-legislative-project-on-national-implementation-of-the-eu-regulation-on-alternative-fuels-infrastructure

  31. Minister of Employment Matias Marttinen visits Uusikaupunki car factory to meet employees and city leaders - Finnish Government

    29.9.2025 | On Thursday 2 October, Minister of Employment Matias Marttinen will visit Uusikaupunki, where Valmet Automotive has announced that it will initiate change negotiations concerning the Uusikaupunki car factory. Possible solutions that support employment and are suitable for the situation will be sought together with Valmet Automotive and regional actors.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/minister-of-employment-matias-marttinen-visits-uusikaupunki-car-factory-to-meet-employees-and-city-leaders

  32. Study to be launched on the prominence of domestic media services - Finnish Government

    4.9.2025 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has launched a project to prepare a study on how the prominence of domestic media services could be improved in line with the Audiovisual Media Services Directive.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/study-to-be-launched-on-the-prominence-of-domestic-media-services

  33. Extensive package of measures to strengthen forest growth and carbon sinks - Finnish Government

    4.7.2025 | The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry has launched an extensive package of measures that aims to strengthen forest growth and carbon sinks on a long-term basis. The package is based on the Government Programme and it will contribute to the achievement of the climate targets. The measures have been prepared in close interaction with stakeholders and researchers. Various actors in the forest sector have a key role in the implementation of the measures.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410837/extensive-package-of-measures-to-strengthen-forest-growth-and-carbon-sinks

  34. Government Decree on the Enforcement of Social Legislation on Road Transport to be specified - Finnish Government

    21.9.2023 | On 21 September 2023, the Government adopted a proposal for a decree amending certain decrees on the enforcement of social welfare legislation on road transport and on the division of labour between the authorities. The decrees will be updated to meet the requirements of the relevant EU Directive.   
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-decree-on-the-enforcement-of-social-legislation-on-road-transport-to-be-specified

  35. Ministerial working group discussed the development of cybersecurity and the preparedness of public administration - Finnish Government

    18.3.2022 | The Government has begun preparations for developing cybersecurity and the preparedness of public administration. The goal is to form a situation picture and assess the necessary development measures in the circumstances caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10623/ministerial-working-group-discussed-the-development-of-cybersecurity-and-the-preparedness-of-public-administration

  36. Government proposes amendments to the Act on the Finnish Broadcasting Company - Finnish Government

    16.4.2025 | On 16 April 2025, the Government submitted a proposal to Parliament to amend the Act on the Finnish Broadcasting Company (Yle). The proposed amendments will implement the legislative changes outlined by the parliamentary working group on Yle. The proposal also incorporates the criteria and procedures for the appointment and dismissal of managers of public service media required by the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA).
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposes-amendments-to-the-act-on-the-finnish-broadcasting-company

  37. Over EUR 60 million in EU funding for Finnish transport projects - Finnish Government

    22.6.2023 | Finland has successfully applied for EU funding. The European Commission awarded funding under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) to seven projects in Finland. Funding was received for rail transport and port projects. They include central government projects and projects by other operators.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/over-eur-60-million-in-eu-funding-for-finnish-transport-projects

  38. Finland supports Nokia-led consortium’s expression of interest to establish AI gigafactory in Finland - Finnish Government

    4.7.2025 | The European Commission plans to support the establishment of AI gigafactories across EU Member States. From Finland, technology leader Nokia, along with a business consortium it has assembled, has stepped forward with an expression of interest to bring an AI gigafactory to the country and has taken part in the Commission’s call. The Finnish Government backs the expression of interest submitted by the business consortium led by Nokia.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/finland-supports-nokia-led-consortium-s-expression-of-interest-to-establish-ai-gigafactory-in-finland

  39. Joint statement by the Nordic Prime Ministers and Heads of Government on cooperation for enhanced crisis preparedness and resilience – The Nordics: United and Strong - Finnish Government

    26.5.2025 | In an era marked by an increasing frequency and complexity of crises, the eight Nordic governments share a commitment to foster resilience and ensure effective civil preparedness. Leveraging our unique geographical, cultural and historical bonds, we highlight our unwavering commitment to peace, security and stability.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/joint-statement-by-the-nordic-prime-ministers-and-heads-of-government-on-cooperation-for-enhanced-crisis-preparedness-and-resilience-the-nordics-united-and-strong

  40. EU reaches provisional deal on emissions trading for road transport and buildings, maritime transport and aviation - Finnish Government

    21.12.2022 | Negotiations between the Council of the EU, the European Parliament and the Commission reached an accord 18 December 2022 concerning the Emissions Trading Directive, an MRV Regulation on reporting of maritime transport emissions, and the Social Climate Fund.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/eu-reaches-provisional-deal-on-emissions-trading-for-road-transport-and-buildings-maritime-transport-and-aviation-1896544