e Jakobstad Region

e home of quality. Here in the Jakobstad region we understand that entrepreneurship generates well-being, which, in turn, generates quality. e Jakobstad Region Larsmo Home of quality.

Jakobstad Kronoby Strong entrepreneurship and natural internationalism. High quality of life, and a safe, harmonious environment. It has been shown that people are well-off in the Jakobstad region. ese elements make up the foundation for Pedersöre all that we do, which has given top results in its class on a global level. However, this in and of itself is no reason for praise. We are simply used to Nykarleby doing things right, with feeling and expertise. Home of quality. Snellman. e family-owned business Snellman has produced high quality meat and cold cut products since 1951. e Snellman brothers founded the company because they wanted to produce better sausages. is drive to make better products, the sort that they would want themselves, still holds true today. GM-free pork and beef come from family farms in the Finnish countryside. Development is driven by the will to produce more natural products with high meat content, and no unnecessary use of additives. So where is Mr. Snellman from? From Jakobstad, of course! www.snellman.fi

”A commitment to doing things better is evident in everything we do together." Juha Sarkkinen, CEO Snellman Köttförädling Ab Home of quality. Baltic Yachts.

is internationally known and recognized boat building yard was founded in 1973, and has specialized in high quality sailboats, up to 70 meters in length, constructed of composites. e boats are built by hand, and tailor-made in every detail to the customers' wishes. New technology and innovations play a significant role, at both the design stage and production. Baltic Yachts has, among other things, built the world's largest composite sailboat – a 60-meter-long ketch. e company boasts an annual revenue of 36 million euros, and employs 230 people. Operations are based in Bosund and Jakobstad.

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” ere is a long tradition of boat building here, passed on from father to son. It is a craft that demands both creativity and versatility” Niklas Björkskog Boat builder

Home of quality. Mirka. Mirka Ltd is one of the world's largest producers of innovative abrasives. Mirka offers a wide range of high quality, technically advanced abrasive products; innovative tools, complete abrasive and polishing solutions, as well as accessories. Mirka is the first company in its field to have earned the three most important quality certificates: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001. Mirka is growing on a global scale, with subsidiaries in Europe, Asia, as well as North and South America. e headquarters and production facilities are in Finland. Over 95 percent of the products are exported, and are sold in over 100 countries. e production facilities, development department, and headquarters are still situated in Jeppo, in the Jakobstad region. www.mirka.com

”Here have versatile expertise, and a genuine ability to create new things” Olav Hellman Chief Financial Officer Home of quality. Ekeri.

e Nordic countries' leading specialist in logistical and transport technology is an expert on customer-adapted semitrailers, cargo trailers, and side-opening trailers. Over 75% of production is exported. e business is showing stable growth. Customer-oriented processes, continual enhancement, and an absolute focus on quality are the cornerstones of Ekeri's operations. is family company is located in Pedersöre, just as it has been for over 70 years. www.ekeri.fi

"Here we have competent, loyal people, a culture of continual enhancement, and a strong belief in the future."

Matti Laurila, CEO Home of quality. Nordic Lights.

Lights for heavy duty. NORDIC LIGHTS® knows work lights for heavy equipment, and tailor-made illumination solutions. is pioneering company makes LED, HID, and halogen work lights, designed to endure extreme conditions and rough treatment 24/7/365. eir clientele consists of globally leading producers of heavy equipment, who demand absolute reliability. Design, production, and headquarters are in Pedersöre (NORDIC LIGHTS® is part of Herrmans Oy Ab). www.nordiclights.com

”Whatever we do, we do it well. And when we succeed, we succeed together. ” Terhi Laituri Industrial worker Home of quality. Beamex.

Beamex is one of the world's leading companies within the calibration industry. e company works globally and offers an extensive selection of products and services, such as portable calibrators, workstations, calibration programs, accessories, services, and industry-specific solutions. ere are over 10,000 companies from more than 80 countries in their customer register - from fine-tuned F1 teams to pioneering pharmaceutical companies. Beamex has subsidiaries in the USA, France, and Great Britain, as well as sales

offices in India, China, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. Beamex Oy Ab's headquarters and production facility are in Jakobstad. Beamex is part of the Sarlin Group. www.beamex.com

"We strive for a culture where we encourage people to create new ideas, try, fail, and eventually succeed. ” Jan-Henrik Svensson, CEO Home of quality. Fluid-Bag.

A unique logistical solution for fluids, which is extremely durable, made from a very small amount of material, and which provides significant savings in transport costs. Fluid-Bag's containers for the industrial transport and storage of fluids are used for everything from food and cosmetics, to mining industry lubricants, and sound damping compounds for the automotive industry. A Fluid-Bag is flexible, but endures rough handling when needed. Sustainability is a key word that is also applied to environment and economy. e product is made of recoverable, non-toxic plastics, and the container ensures minimal waste during use. Fluid-Bag exports about 95% of all production, and the largest markets are in Europe, Southeast Asia, and North America. www.fluid-bag.com

"It feels safe to work for a company with it roots firmly in Ostrobothnia, and that invests in the region long-term." Gunborg Enbär, Industrial worker Home of quality. OSTP.

OSTP Finland Oy Ab is one of the world's leading producers of welded process pipes and stainless steel tubular products, focusing on the Nordic and European markets. Safety, quality, sustainability, and low maintenance-requirements are factors that lead many, particularly within the processing, oil, gas, and construction industry, to choose OSTP as their supplier. e plant in Jakobstad was founded in 1949 under the name JARO, and as

such builds on over 60 years of knowledge of stainless steel. During the last five years, the

business has grown from two production lines to thirteen, and is now responsible for 75%

of the group's production capacity. At the same time, there has been investment into greater automation. www.ostp.biz

"Our slogans ‘Safety First’ and ‘Rely on Quality’ ensure that we do not take any shortcuts when it comes to safety and quality. Both we and our customers should feel safe with OSTP." omas Pettersson, CEO Larsmo

Jakobstad Kronoby Pedersöre offers an interesting mix of entrepreneurship, youthful spirit, drive, knowledge, and flexibility, all of which contribute to a creative and expansive economy. Many of our businesses have made successful ventures onto the global market. We have a large number of building sites for industry and Pedersöre business. We offer residential areas in different environments, providing Nykarleby many choices for those making a home in Pedersöre. In short: everything is here – with room for more! >> pedersore.fi

Jakobstad is the region's center, and is a hub for industry and services. e Kronoby lies at the center of regional activities and entrepreneurship. From geographical location, with good road, railroad, and flight connections, as well a logistical perspective, the location is excellent, being situated between as a port, offers ideal conditions for business activities. ere are businesses Jakobstad and Kokkola. We have good contact with international markets. from all industries in the area. Many companies focus on export, leading to an Here, entrepreneurship is more than merely a profession. It is a lifestyle. international atmosphere. Would you like to know more? Feel free to contact Perhaps that is why those of us who live here are so attached to the place. us. We always answer! >> kronoby.fi >> jakobstad.fi

Larsmo has a young population, extensive municipal services, excellent In Nykarleby you can see a small town at its best; 7,500 inhabitants forming a outdoor possibilities, and attractive beachfront residential areas. Near to small, but diverse, society, where industry and culture cooperate. We are the Jakobstad and Kokkola, there are industrial zones which meet the needs of world's largest producer of fox fur, with many business owners and full business and industry. Transportation connections are good. In addition, we employment. Local companies' expansion plans, the number of young offer active support to new businesses regarding questions such as building business owners, and the demand for residential property shows that there is sites and location. All of this is offered in an amazingly beautiful archipelago a strong belief in the future. We are open to everything new – thoughts, environment! people, and companies. >> larsmo.fi >> nykarleby.fi Good connections. e Jakobstad region has a logistical advantage. It is one of the few areas in Finland that has it all: good road, railroad, and airline connections, as well as its own port. We are situated a comfortable distance from larger cities such as Helsinki and Stockholm.

High quality educational services. e vocational school Optima, which is responsible for basic vocational training in the Jakobstad region, was selected in 2017 as the best vocational school in Finland. Higher education in the region How is provided by Åbo Akademi University, Novia University of Applied Sciences, and Centria University of Applied Sciences. e symbiosis between educational organizations and industry offers a well-laid foundation for both the recruitment of knowledgeable personnel, and for development activities.

Vivid language immersion. e presence of two language groups shapes a unique atmosphere in the quality Jakobstad region. ere is also a rapidly-growing group of people, whose mother tongue is neither Swedish nor Finnish. is old role as a melting pot for cultures and languages has led to a creative and tolerant atmosphere.

A great range of services, both private and public. You receive high quality service without waiting is born. in line. In addition, the pricing of housing and services often leaves those from larger cities surprised. International trade since 1652. e Jakobstad region has been open for new ideas for centuries. at same openness is shown toward entrepreneurship. Finland's first export cooperative, Viexpo, was started in Jakobstad in 1970, and is still successful today. e export cooperative gave local companies a head start, still visible in the region's level of internationalization.

In the Jakobstad region we recognize that entrepreneurship generates well-being. e area offers good conditions for business operations, as well a network of actors providing business services. e Jakobstad region has around 50,000 inhabitants, over 21,500 jobs, and 3,700 companies. e development company Concordia wants to serve as a partner to businesses, and offers top quality services for Approximately 40 of the companies employ 50 people each. Along with the Kokkola region, the area has over 100,000 inhabitants and companies at different stages of development. Welcome to the Jakobstad region! 7,000 companies. Competence built through action, multifaceted networks, and a high level of internationalization, effectively opens new doors – even for global cooperation. 7 8

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