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From dreams to opportunities in Porvoo

In Porvoo, you will find unique opportunities to be part of the green transition, as part of the most significant bio- and circular economy cluster in Northern Europe. In addition to business growth opportunities, your experts will find the hometown of dreams.

Aerial photo of Porvoo kilpilahti, Baltic Sea in the background

This is exactly what you are looking for in the Nordic countries: unmissable green transition opportunities, suitable infrastructure, perfect logistic connections by the sea and the nearby airport, an agile partnership, an innovative ecosystem with experts, and a historically beautiful seaside city with diverse services.

Porvoo is the second oldest city in Finland, and growth and internationalization has been a part of our DNA for centuries. For example, Porvoo is home to Kilpilahti, the largest bio- and circular economy cluster in Northern Europe, with large companies and symbioses. Porvoo is a strong platform for innovative developers, especially in the energy sector, within the industry and in the bioeconomy field. Porvoo offers almost unlimited opportunities to international companies for growing the market and market shares.

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Why Porvoo?

  • About 35 minutes from Helsinki Airport
  • Helsinki is 50 km away
  • Location by the sea and with excellent transport connections
  • Kilpilahti, the largest bio- and circular economy cluster in Northern Europe
  • Diverse industrial areas, a strong focus on green transition
  • Beautiful, attractive growth city where you can find everything
Keltaisia putkia Kilpilahdessa.

Kilpilahti Petrochemical and Circular Economy Cluster

Kilpilahti, powered by Neste and Borealis, offers a unique opportunity to create growth and symbiosis in an environment that fosters innovation. The offer of plots enables quick placement among other actors shaping the sector’s future.
Ilmakuva Kaupunginhaasta

Diverse business and industrial areas

Porvoo offers excellent opportunities for business within several sectors. For example, the Kuninkaanportti service cluster and the business areas of Tarmola, Ölstens and Kaupunginhaka assemble and combine companies from the construction industry to machine shops, specialised technology and confectionery production. In Porvoo you will find your own market and a fast route to the domestic and international markets.

Attraction as a catalyst for growth

A high-growth company requires an attractive city to partner with. Experts and customers don’t just choose a company. Ninety-five per cent of Porvoo residents would recommend their hometown as a place to live, and for good reason. The teeming culture, beautiful architecture and breathtaking marine nature combine with diverse services and a good, human-sized life. In Porvoo, you get the community instead of the commute. You can even find a Michelin star here.

Plots as a platform for your vision

Porvoo has ready-made plots that are located close to other innovators and growth-focused actors. We will help you personally through the process and strive to meet all your needs. Our services include everything from finding a plot of land to building permits and finding experts.

Let’s make the next move together.

The climate is at the forefront of Porvoo’s strategy, and we are working for the green transition, together with businesses. BusinessPorvoo provides concrete support for the development of responsible business. Develop your business, join the city’s Climate Partners or apply for funding from the city’s Green Transition Fund.

We offer you a partnership in making your investment to Porvoo happen. Give us a call for more information.

Elina Duréault

Economic development director

elina.dureault@porvoo.fi +358 40 184 5627 LinkedIn
Pekka Söyrilä

Head of land sales and acquisitions

Pekka.Soyrila@porvoo.fi +358 40 656 0231 LinkedIn