Welcome to Savonlinna – Finland’s Gateway to Innovation in the Wood Industry
Savonlinna is a city where industrial know-how meets pure Nordic nature.
Whether you’re looking to expand, invest, or innovate in sustainable wood construction, Savonlinna offers the resources, expertise, and environment to help your business grow.
Savonlinna – Your Gateway to Sustainable Growth in the Wood Industry
Located in Eastern Finland, Savonlinna is a city where forward-looking industrial development meets clean Nordic nature.
With more than 2,700 companies operating across wood processing, mechanical engineering, renewable energy, and bioeconomy, Savonlinna has become a trusted base for companies seeking sustainable innovation and growth in Northern Europe.
A response to industry needs
As global demand for sustainable construction grows, wood is becoming the material of the future — but raw material shortages and rising prices are real concerns, especially in Central Europe.
Savonlinna directly addresses these challenges with:
- Abundant, sustainably managed forest resources
- Long-term security of supply
- A business culture focused on reliability, collaboration, and innovation
Strong industrial clusters and dynamic business networks
Stable industrial growth: Industrial growth in Savonlinna exceeds the Finnish average and offers profitable investment opportunities.
Higher EU subsidies than average
Up to 40% grants for business investments and development – Take advantage of this excellent opportunity to grow your business and invest in Savonlinna.
Effective financial consulting
Business relocation and setup services – completely free and tailored to your company’s needs. Take advantage of expert support designed to foster the growth and success of your business in Savonlinna.
Technology Park Noheva
A leading hub for research and development in fiber technology, bioproducts, wastewater treatment, energy technology, electronics, and innovations related to enhancing wood growth.
Quality of life
Koe Savonlinnan viehätys: monipuolinen kulttuuritarjonta, puhtaat luonnonmaisemmat ja korkea elämänlaatu, joka yhdistyy edullisiin elinkustannuksiin.
Let’s Work Together
Whether your company is looking to:
- Secure raw material supply
- Enter the Nordic construction market
- Develop and test new technologies
- Find Finnish subcontractors and industrial partners
…Savonlinna is the place to start.
We invite you to visit Savonlinna, meet key stakeholders, explore available industrial plots, and experience firsthand what the region can offer. Our team is here to support your journey — from idea to implementation.
Contact us today to schedule a call, request an information pack, or plan your visit.
Let’s build the future together — sustainably, efficiently, and with confidence.
Prime location with excellent transport access
Inland waterways
The Saimaa Canal provides deep-water connections to other inland ports and to the Baltic Sea.
Rail connection
Access to the Finnish rail network via Parikkala.
Road access
Highway 14 offers direct transport connections to major cities.
Savonlinna Airport
Only 15 minutes from the city center, with daily flights to Helsinki and charter flights to Frankfurt and Rotterdam.