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ABB (ABBN: SIX Swiss Ex) is a pioneering technology leader in power grids, electrification products, industrial automation and robotics and motion, serving customers in utilities, industry and transport & infrastructure globally. Continuing a history of innovation spanning more than 130 years, ABB today is writing the future of industrial digitalization with two clear value propositions: bringing electricity from any power plant to any plug and automating industries from natural resources to finished products. As title partner in ABB Formula E, the fully electric international FIA motorsport class, ABB is pushing the boundaries of e-mobility to contribute to a sustainable future. ABB operates in more than 100 countries with about 147,000 employees.

“At Hitachi Energy, we are championing the urgency of a clean energy transition, through innovation and collaboration. There are many pathways towards a carbon-neutral future – to tackle this global challenge, we nurture diverse global teams bringing authentic passion and enduring ownership.” – Claudio Facchin,Chief Executive Officer of Hitachi Energy

We are advancing the world’s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 38,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD.

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. We emphasise innovation in sustainable technology and services to help our customers continuously improve their environmental and economic performance. Our dedicated and passionate team of 17,000 professionals in more than 200 locations in 68 countries shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Wärtsilä is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.

Vaasan Sähkö. Powering up Finland – since 1892. In the beginning, the company was founded to light up the streets of Vaasa. More than a century later Vaasan Sähkö is a strong energy corporation with its core businesses within selling and distributing energy and district heating. Our aim is to provide the businesses and inhabitants of this region with reliable energy networks and reasonable prices. Our customers can be found throughout Finland sharing our passion for energy.

Wapice Ltd is a leading Technology Partner and we want to offer our clients high-quality and comprehensive software expertise. In order to become software experts we need to develop our skills and capabilities systematically. We are mastering the art of software development, electronics design and industry best practices, we integrate smoothly into organizations, run globally distributed projects, build innovative solutions and enhance our client’s performance across all functions. Our services are supported through tailorable solutions and best practice consulting.

Danfoss engineers technologies that enable the world of tomorrow to do more with less. We meet the growing need for infrastructure, food supply, energy efficiency and climate-friendly solutions. Our products and services are used in areas such as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, motor control and mobile machinery. We are also active in the field of renewable energy as well as district heating infrastructure for cities and urban communities. Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933 and today Danfoss is a world-leader, employing more than 27,000 employees and serving customers in more than 100 countries. We are still privately held by the founding family.

VAMK is a modern and international university of applied sciences that educates experts in technology, business economics, and health care and social services sectors. We provide high level work-life oriented education in Finnish and in English, both at Bachelor and Master level, to both full-time and pat-time students.

We are an international leader in sustainable development and energy transition. Other areas of expertise include international business expertise and logistics, solutions for the wellbeing transition and responsible design thinking.

Everyone has the potential to be an entrepreneur. VES is there to serve, support and enable people to chase their dreams. VES was founded in early 2015 to boost the entrepreneurial scene in Vaasa region. Our purpose is to serve the entrepreneurial minded with powerful insights, skills & connections that inspire, motivate and help them create new businesses. With other entrepreneurship societies in Finland, we are a part of the movement towards a more innovative, entrepreneur-friendly and economically healthy Finland. As our tagline goes: “VES we can!”

Westenergy operates a modern waste-to-energy plant that gives purpose to unrecyclable material. We utilize source-separated combustible waste to produce about 40 % of the district heat needed in the Vaasa region and electricity for 7,000 households yearly. Furthermore, up to 80 % of our bottom slag is suitable material for e.g. concrete products and infrastructure constructions. In other words, Westenergy gives life to materials that cannot be recovered in any other way. We are part of the circular economy of the day and want to do everything we can for a clean and sustainable world.

Merinova

Innovation with energy

We are the leading actor in the EnergyVaasa cluster.
We provide growth and success for energy technology companies in the Vaasa region through our project expertise and development services.

EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders

Vaasa is a heavily growing city with 67 000 inhabitants and the biggest economic centre in Ostrobothnia. Together with its six neighbouring municipalities, the City of Vaasa forms the Vaasa region. The Vaasa region has over 114 000 inhabitants. The region is one of the strongest growing and most successful regions in the country.

Ostrobothnia Chamber of Commerce was established in 1917, and is one of the oldest and largest chambers of commerce in Finland. With over 1.000 members Ostrobothnia Chamber of Commerce includes all leading companies in the region of Ostrobothnia and Central Ostrobothnia.

The University of Vaasa is focused on responsible business. The core competence of the University of Vaasa consists of high-level expertise in business, technology, management, and communications. We continuously accelerate and advance our operations with the help of our multidisciplinary research platforms.

We are located at the heart of Northern Europe’s largest energy and environment business cluster. Renewal of the energy sector as a means to combat climate change is the core of our mission.

VASEK is a regional business and development company owned by the municipalities in the Vaasa region. We serve the companies in the region by offering them free business services, both when starting and running a business.

EXPOMARK organizes trade fairs and events in Vaasa, Pietarsaari, Kokkola, and Seinäjoki. We provide meaningful encounters for companies, organizations, and individuals, strengthening the success of the region’s business community.