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11.6.2026 | Finnvera is prepared to fund investments by SMEs, midcaps and large companies across Finland by EUR 1 billion this and next year. The programme aims to complement the financial market and improve the implementation of corporate investment funding.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/finnvera-launches-eur-1-billion-investment-programme
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7.7.2026 | The NATO Summit Defence Industry Forum, held in Ankara on 7 July 2026, witnessed several announcements of defence industry initiatives that will strengthen NATO’s deterrence and defence, and therefore also Finland’s security.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/finnish-minister-of-defence-hakkanen-signs-12-agreements-in-ankara-to-boost-defence-industry
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16.7.2026 | A high-level business delegation led by Minister of Commerce and Industry of India Piyush Goyal visits Finland on 16–17 July. 2026. The key themes for the visit are digital and new advanced technologies, advanced manufacturing, clean energy and sustainable development, and the food and consumer industries.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/minister-of-commerce-and-industry-of-india-goyal-visits-finland-on-16-17-july
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17.7.2026 | On 17 July 2026, the European Commission gave a proposal on the reform of the Emissions Trading Directive. The Commission will reform emissions trading to promote the implementation of the 2040 climate target and ensure predictable regulation in the emissions trading sector.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/european-commission-proposes-reforms-to-emissions-trading-flexibilities-for-industry-more-stable-rules-for-markets
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Prime Minister Orpo: Ukraine’s success is an investment in the future of Europe - Finnish Government
25.6.2026 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo represented Finland at the Ukraine Recovery Conference and the Eastern Flank Summit in the Polish city of Gdańsk on Thursday 25 June.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-ukraine-s-success-is-an-investment-in-the-future-of-europe -
5.6.2026 | The EU Transport and Telecommunications Council will convene in Luxembourg on 8-9 June 2026. Finland will be represented by Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne on the Transport Council, and by State Secretary Marjo Lindgren on the Telecommunications Council.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-ranne-attending-eu-transport-council-port-and-maritime-industry-strategies-to-be-outlined
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24.6.2026 | The EU Environment Council will meet in Luxembourg on Thursday 25 June. Minister of Climate and the Environment Sari Multala will represent Finland at the meeting. Finland supports strong emissions trading in the EU, an ambitious climate policy and increased allocation of private and public funding for nature protection.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/eu-climate-and-environment-ministers-meet-in-luxembourg-to-discuss-emission-standards-for-automotive-industry-and-biodiversity
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9.4.2026 | The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment received eight applications for investment aid for biogenic carbon dioxide capture projects by the deadline of 31 March 2026. The amount of aid applied totals EUR 101 million.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/eight-companies-apply-for-investment-aid-for-biogenic-carbon-dioxide-capture-projects
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2.1.2026 | As of 1 January, the foreign operations of Business Finland related to export promotion have been integrated into the structures of the Finnish Foreign Service. The reform will strengthen the Team Finland network and provide a better platform for a unified team for export promotion.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/unified-export-promotion-network-serves-finnish-companies-worldwide
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1.10.2024 | The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment requests comments on the working group’s draft investment strategy of Finnish Industry Investment (Tesi). The deadline for submitting comments is 14 October 2024.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/draft-investment-strategy-of-finnish-industry-investment-tesi-circulated-for-comments
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12.2.2026 | The Sokli deposit in Savukoski is one of Europe’s most significant sources of rare earth elements. Its phosphate reserves are estimated to cover up to one fifth of the European Union’s phosphate needs.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/state-to-capitalise-finnish-minerals-group-with-eur-65-million-to-advance-sokli-mining-project
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16.2.2026 | Minister of Employment Matias Marttinen is currently visiting Canada and the United States. The visit is part of Finland’s long-term goal to intensify strategic cooperation and collaboration on skills and expertise with North America. Another purpose is to find sustainable solutions for the development, availability and opportunities for skilled labour in the marine industry together with partner countries.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/minister-of-employment-marttinen-visits-canada-and-us-to-strengthen-cooperation-within-marine-industry-and-skilled-labour
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8.5.2026 | The tax credit would encourage companies to carry out major investments in industries and technologies that reduce dependence on fossil fuels and promote the clean transition. The Ministry of Finance is requesting comments on the proposal.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10623/proposal-to-extend-tax-credit-for-clean-transition-investments
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7.5.2026 | Based on the 2025 hydrogen auction of its Innovation Fund, the European Commission has selected nine projects that will proceed to agreement negotiations. Among them is the Cloudberry project of Finland’s Vetyalfa Oy. The Commission published the results of the auction on 7 May 2026.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/finnish-hydrogen-project-to-receive-eur-224-million-from-eu-s-innovation-fund
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31.1.2025 | Finland and the majority of the EU Member States have sent a joint letter calling on the European Investment Bank (EIB) to increase its financing for the European defence industry. The letter, drawn up at the initiative Prime Minister Petteri Orpo, is endorsed by France and Germany as well.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-calls-on-european-investment-bank-to-increase-defence-industry-financing
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1.6.2026 | The Ministry for Foreign Affairs arranged a trade mission to Thailand for innovative Finnish food sector and food technology companies. The visit opened up new opportunities in this rapidly growing market. The aim of the visit was to explore business opportunities, build networks and enhance understanding of Thailand’s food and innovation ecosystem.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finnish-food-tech-attracts-interest-in-thailand-creating-opportunities-in-rapidly-growing-market
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16.3.2026 | The EU Environment Council will meet in Brussels on Tuesday 17 March. Minister of Climate and the Environment Sari Multala will represent Finland at the meeting. Minister Multala stresses that now it is highly important to defend a consistent climate policy and, in particular, the emissions trading system.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/finland-stresses-predictable-climate-policy-at-meeting-of-eu-environment-and-climate-ministers-bioeconomy-strategy-and-emission-standards-of-automotive-industry-also-on-agenda
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16.10.2025 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications is preparing a long-term investment programme, based on the Government Programme, to renew Finland’s icebreaking fleet. In addition, Sanna Ruuskanen, Director of Unit at the Ministry of Transport and Communications, will be appointed as a new member of the Board of Directors of Arctia Ltd, Finland’s state-owned icebreaking company.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/progress-on-finland-s-icebreaker-fleet-investment-programme-changes-to-arctia-s-board
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15.8.2023 | Finnish Industry Investment Ltd (Tesi) plays a significant role in the Finnish capital investment market and its operations are considered to be of high quality and expertise. According to an evaluation published on 15 August 2023, Tesi has also become an important player in producing information, providing sparring and building networks. The evaluation was commissioned by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment and conducted by 4FRONT.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/evaluation-finnish-industry-investment-provides-high-quality-and-expert-services
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13.4.2026 | According to the new report, Finnish companies are reducing their emissions globally by substituting for more polluting alternatives. At the publication event of the report on the positive carbon handprint, Minister of Climate and the Environment Sari Multala stressed that the export of clean solutions is both a climate action and a growth opportunity for Finland.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/carbon-handprint-of-finnish-exports-grew-to-22-million-tonnes-minister-multala-finland-is-reducing-emissions-fast-and-taking-clean-solutions-to-the-world-