Events
Intertraffic Amsterdam 2026
ITS Finland will be participating in Intertraffic Amsterdam 10–13 March 2026, join us in the Nordic+™ Pavilion. ITS Finland will be participating in Intertraffic Amsterdam 2026, the world’s leading trade event for traffic and mobility professionals. We warmly invite our members and partners to join us in the Nordic+™ Pavilion, a dynamic and collaborative space […]
10 – 13/03/2026
Finest Reception at CES 2026
Come meet us at CES! The Finnish-Estonian delegation is hosting an open-to-all event to connect around smart mobility and sustainable technology themes. Find the link to event registration below! Join us for an exclusive networking event at CES, hosted right at the FINEST Booth (West Hall, Stand 4665). The FINEST delegation, featuring 30 pioneering companies from […]
07/01/2026
CES 2026
Join ITS Finland at CES 2026! CES is where global brands get business done, meet new partners and where the industry’s sharpest minds take the stage to unveil their latest releases and boldest breakthroughs. ITS Finland, DIMECC/Vamos Ecosystem, Tampere Automotive & Vehicle Technology Cluster, and Estonian Association for ICT join forces in exploring the world’s […]
06 – 09/01/2026
News
Mobility industries
Weivi Completes Successful Rail Traffic Optimisation Pilot with Fintraffic
Growing demand for environmentally friendly rail transport has driven the need for both passenger and freight services, as well as advanced railway traffic optimisation solutions. In Europe, digitalisation and standardisation projects aim to increase railway capacity by 40% using existing infrastructure, and this goal cannot be achieved without efficient traffic optimisation. To explore this potential, […]
How Unikie reduces costs and optimizes logistic flows with automated bus depot marshalling
Unikie and Scania have been working together on automated bus depot marshalling. By automating depot driving tasks – like driving the buses to charging, cleaning, or maintenance – this solution has several benefits, such as reducing costs in the form of freeing up drivers, reduced damage to vehicles and infrastructure, and optimization of logistics flows. […]
How spogen.ai’s Smart Assistant Pilot is boosting machine operation
In early 2025, Finnish environmental technology company Tana partnered with spogen.ai to pilot the Smart Assistant, an AI-powered application to make machine operation easier, faster, and more intuitive. Direct from any phone or tablet. The pilot focused on the Tana H260 Landfill Compactor, the most productive landfill compactor on the market, used in demanding waste management […]
How Finland’s Rail System Outruns the Winter Weather
Effective winter maintenance of the railways relies on close cooperation between the Finnish Transport Infrastructure Agency, maintenance contractors, traffic control, railway operators, and meteorologists at the Finnish Meteorological Institute. The aim is to keep train services running as smoothly as possible throughout the winter season. On the railways, preparations for winter are made proactively and […]
Tampere Becomes Home to Finland’s First Commercial Autonomous Bus Route
Image: Maria Kangasniemi With the launch of the robot bus service, City of Tampere positions itself at the forefront of smart mobility innovation. Autonomous urban transport in Finland took a major step toward the future yesterday 17.11.2025 as Remoted launched a commercial trial of its autonomous robot bus service in Tampere. The service, operated in […]
TIME recognizes Vaisala’s sustainable growth for second year
Vaisala has been included in the second edition of World’s Best Companies – Sustainable Growth ranking by TIME Magazine and Statista. From over 3000 companies assessed, 500 were selected for the final ranking based on revenue growth, financial stability, and taking care of the environment. Vaisala ranked 107th in the overall list and 9th in […]
How Primobius and VTT Validated a New Way to Recycle Battery Black Mass
Together with VTT, battery recycling company Primobius validated its new hydrometallurgical process chain, refining parameters and proving that nearly all the valuable metal content could be recovered into high purity materials. Primobius – a 100% daughter company of SMS group – is an end-to-end solutions provider and plant builder for efficient lithium-ion battery recycling. The […]
Varjo Accelerates Defense Innovation with €40 Million Investment and Backing from Business Finland
Image by (c) Varjo Varjo’s R&D program receives €12 million in support from Business Finland. Varjo, the global leader in military-grade virtual (VR) and mixed reality (XR) solutions, announced on the 15th of October a €44 million research and development initiative aimed at accelerating the creation of advanced, next-generation XR training systems for government and industry […]
From hospital supplies to grocery deliveries – Finnish-Irish research collaboration explores drone logistics potential
VTT, one of Europe’s leading research institutions, and drone company Manna Air Delivery are launching a joint research initiative aimed at developing safe, scalable, and sustainable unmanned air traffic. The project will explore how drone transport can support, for example, healthcare logistics and help city center businesses expand their services. The collaboration brings together VTT’s […]
AI Meets ESG: ScanwAi’s Blueprint for Sustainable Infrastructure Maintenance
Sustainable infrastructure maintenance is emerging as a key driver of corporate ESG performance. With AI-powered maintenance solutions from ScanwAi, organisations can transform maintenance from a cost burden into a measurable sustainability advantage. Why is sustainable infrastructure maintenance critical for achieving corporate ESG goals? Sustainable infrastructure maintenance directly supports corporate ESG goals by reducing environmental impact, […]
Urban Air Track Company UDT Technologies to Co-operate with PayiQ
UDT Technologies and PayiQ have signed a letter of intent and plan to jointly develop components for a new urban mode of transport, with the first installation targeted in Lahti. Automated urban logistics developer UTD Technologies and fare collection solution provider PayiQ have started collaboration. The companies have identified potential synergy and mutual benefits of […]
Kempower Launches New EV Research Unit at LUT University in Finland
Kuva: Kempower Kempower, a global leader in DC fast-charging solutions, has opened a new research unit on LUT University’s campus in Lappeenranta, Finland. The unit aims to boost innovation in electric vehicle (EV) charging technology and advance the future of electric mobility through the Electric Mobility Research Center (EMRC), founded in 2023. The EMRC team […]
How Siili Auto Creates a Great HMI Experience with Unreal Engine
Image by Siili Auto Finland-based Siili Auto may not be a household name to consumers, but for the Tier 1 companies and OEMs like Mercedes-Benz, Hyundai, and BMW, it’s a brand associated with the latest in human-machine interfaces (HMIs). Siili provides the tech behind the displays for digital instruments, infotainment systems, heads-up displays (HUDs), advanced driver-assistance […]
PFLAUM Logistics Installs 600 kW Kempower Charging Hub for Zero-Emission Fleet
PFLAUM Logistics in Strullendorf, near Bamberg, has launched a major step toward sustainable transport by electrifying its fleet with a 600 kW Kempower fast-charging system. Installed by Powerlines Germany with support from Dettelbacher Energiesysteme, the site includes eight charging points—two of which offer ultra-fast charging via liquid-cooled CCS cables for heavy-duty EVs. The system also […]
Relesoft Awarded EULYNX Compliance Testing Contract for Finland’s Digirail Project
The Finnish Transport Infrastructure Agency (FTIA) has signed a contract with Relesoft Oy to deliver a comprehensive EULYNX compliance testing system and associated services for the Digirail Project in Finland. The goal is to ensure that the interfaces of the newly procured signalling systems are implemented correctly and in full accordance with EULYNX specifications in […]
Inclusive Mobility in Kuopio, Finland: Safer Streets for All
In Kuopio, Finland, SWARCO has launched an innovative pilot project aimed at improving road safety for visually impaired pedestrians. The project integrates smart traffic technology with the self-voicing Blindsquare navigation app (developed by Mipsoft), allowing users to request green lights via smartphone, receive voice guidance at crossings, and benefit from adaptive signal durations that ensure […]
Sweco Joins Rail Baltica Alliance for Estonia’s High-Speed Rail
Sweco has been selected as a partner in the Rail Baltica alliance, responsible for designing and constructing the Tallinn Ülemiste–Pärnu section. The project is part of a new high-speed railway connecting the Baltic states to Poland and the European rail network. In Estonia, 213 km of new European-gauge railway will be built in two phases, […]
Finland Leads Europe in Quantum Computing with 50-Qubit Breakthrough
Finland has strengthened its position as a leader in quantum computing with the completion of Europe’s first 50-qubit superconducting quantum computer. Developed through a joint project between VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and IQM Quantum Computers, this milestone marks a significant leap in the field. The computer is now available for research and business […]