Powerful Vaasa

The Vaasa region on the west coast of Finland is a dynamic region with excellent prerequisites for business. Trade traditions and a remarkable entrepreneurial spirit equip the region with a strong will to succeed.

The international energy cluster is the leading engine of the industry in the region. Of 6.800 enterprises in the region, more than 800 are energy technology companies. Characteristic of the region are extensive subcontractor networks that are also vital for the large international companies' operations. A number of educational institutions and research units ensure top-level competence also in the future. An essential factor in the development of the region and in making it increasingly more competitive is cooperation. The Vaasa Region Development Company, owned by 10 municipalities in the Vaasa region, was founded to act as a driving force behind cooperation and networking. The company creates power through cooperation by convening the municipalities, educational institutions, research units and enterprises for discussion. These collaborate through and with the company to achieve the common goal - development.

Experiences show that the Vaasa Region Development Company does indeed fill the previously open position as an energetic engine for development. A competitive environment is not created over night but rather needs time and, most importantly, will. A central task for the company is to promote regional business and market the skills and competence of the region. In addition, the company functions as a gateway to the region by assisting foreign companies in establishing operations and connecting with local networks. The Vaasa region is a pleasant environment to live, study and work in. The natural beauty of the landscape by the sea attracts new inhabitants and also tourists to the region.

Inexpensive housing and numerous job opportunities topped with short distances - everything is within a 20 minutes' drive from your home - give the region a competitive edge as regards quality of life. The city of Vaasa draws a great number of students to study in the bilingual (Finnish and Swedish) environment, which gives the city a young and energetic atmosphere.