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The co-operation between educational institutions and companies is active in the Helsinki Ring of Industry region. When there is a need to train workforce or recruit new employees, educational institutions and municipalities are happy to help. An excellent example is the recently launched Logis project that connects and trains job seekers to fill vacancies in the bustling logistic sector.

Located in southern Finland, Nurmijärvi has a rich history of alcohol production – alcoholic beverages have been produced for over a century. This proud tradition of craftsmanship lives on in the region today: Grönbacka Brewery, established in 2018, stands as the first and oldest commercial brewery of Nurmijärvi. This family-owned microbrewery is leading the way in environmental responsibility, notably through the pioneering use of wind power for energy production.

Pretec Finland Oy Ab, which specializes in metal parts used in rock reinforcement and the construction industry, was founded in 2013. The family business has a long tradition in the industry, as the father of Mikael and Magnus Lindberg, sold insulation to tunnel construction sites. The Pretec Group contacted the father, who was approaching retirement age, and expressed their interest in opening a unit in Finland, because of which the brothers founded Pretec Finland.

Founded in 1972, Lajupek Oy, originally a precision engineering subcontractor, has evolved into a dynamic force in high-tech industries, including healthcare and the defense sector. Today, under the leadership of CEO Juhamatti Malm, the company thrives as a contract manufacturer in the developing industrial area of Hyvinkää.

Located in Mäntsälä within a 120-year-old piggery, Authors' Distillery specializes in alcohol beverage production and distillation. Like the opening chapter of a gripping novel, this distillery's story is marked by passion, ingenuity, and an inspiring journey to international acclaim.

Kerava-based Europress is the leading manufacturer of waste compactors in Northern Europe. The history of the company goes back to the 1970s, but the operating methods are anything but old-fashioned.

Food company Foodiq wants to show by example that it is possible to make changes to the world's food system with new innovations. The company specializes in producing plant-based dairy products from oats, buckwheat, hemp, fermented broad beans and lentils for various food industry players, including as stores and food brands.

Finland is known for its sauna, so Maku Brewing from Tuusula developed the Bastu Pale Ale, which is designed to be enjoyed especially in connection with steam. Bastu is a light and fresh beer made from Finnish barley malt, the ideal thirst quencher for the sauna.

Helsinki West, in Nummela, Vihti, is one of the fastest growing and developing airfields in Finland offering a flexible and ambitious environment for companies, investors and aviation hobbyists. The airfield is located only 40km west from the main airport of Helsinki-Vantaa. In addition, the municipality of Vihti is a member of the FUAVE, which is developing unmanned aviation.

What exactly is Artisan seitan? Do you dare to eat it, or is it perhaps some cult? Virna Food's Artisan Seitanists and owners, Virve Räisänen and Juha Teivonen, explain: "We want to make tasty, sustainable food. Vegetarian food is becoming more commonplace, and many options are available.