Business
thrives.
Riihimäki
invites.
Start your growth journey in Finland with us - Linking you to the worlds' leading research, technology and innovation hubs.
What is City of Riihimäki known for ?
Business services for every step
Explore tailored support to launch, grow, or relocate your business in a thriving, connected region.
Networking community
Join a strong local network and connect with business partners, public and EU financing, research and innovations.
Office and space solutions
Choose flexible, cost-effective office space or industrial plot – construction or rental lease.
Relocation support
Experience is what matters – Smooth employee moves and recruitment assistance from International House Riihimäki.
Business advisory
Get helpful expert guidance and advice for setup, growth, and daily operations. Challenge the plot of your company’s future!
Why Choose Riihimäki for your business?
The Finns have expertise and braveness and that is what keeps us moving in Riihimäki too. We would like to invite you to join. Finland has been ranked the happiest country in the world eight years in a row – thanks to our well working community systems. The quattro helix collaboration between four key actors: the public sector, the private sector, research and educational institutions, and civil society.
Tailored Business Solutions
Riihimäki provides comprehensive support for companies at every stage of their journey. For startups, we offer guidance with business plans, financial calculations, permits, and funding applications. For growing businesses, we help to find research, financing and connect with expert networks, and explore international opportunities.
Together with our partners and specialists, we create solutions tailored to your company’s needs.
Exclusive Access to Sites Beyond Public Listings
We help with business premises, business plots and commercial premises. We will conduct a needs assessment and list possible options.
View the plots that interest you.
Contact us for listing the most suitable sites for you.
A Smart City for Future Makers
Riihimäki is home to a forward-thinking, skilled, and multilingual workforce. With a strong foundation in education, innovation and technology, the city offers excellent opportunities for professionals, students, and entrepreneurs alike.
Finland’s renowned education system is reflected locally—Riihimäki provides robotics education from early childhood all the way to higher education, making it a national leader in future skills development.
Local companies can attend Funding Portfolio
The Portfolio helps companies in Kanta-Häme Region to take advantage of the funding opportunities offered by the EU. With the support of an experienced funding expert, suitable EU programs and funding channels are mapped, competence in application processes is increased and the permanent expertise of business companies is strengthened.
For companies, this means practical benefits: an EU funding map made by an expert, help in preparing applications, networking with research institutes and universities, and opportunities for development and innovation projects. It is worth joining the project quickly – the cooperation has already applied for funding worth over 2.5 million euros.
VIP-Level Support for Your Business Success
The city is known for its business-friendly environment, flexible and fast decision-making, and a solution-oriented “yes, it can be done” attitude.
Through our superior support team (RTOY) your businesses gains access to comprehensive support services including a dedicated contact person, project preparation assistance, information and recruitment services, training with substantial public support, as well as help in finding employees and local partners.
Meet the team!
Explore tailored support to launch, grow, or relocate your business in a thriving, connected region from Helsinki Airport 40/48 minutes by car/train and along Highway No 3.
Samuel Koivisto
CEO, Invest in
Laura Manner-Raappana
Business Advisor, Invest in
Markus Rankka
Development Manager, DEFINE
Pia Engström
Head of Development, RiiCycle
Jukka Vuokila
Sales manager Plots and construction
Juha Hiltunen
Head of International House Riihimäki
Henri Hallanoro
Integration Specialist
Jonne Nieminen
Integration Specialist
A great place for your business to grow!
Explore tailored support to launch, grow, or relocate your business in a thriving, connected region.
“NG Nordic offers safe and efficient waste management, high-quality recycling, and resource recovery, while supporting our customers on their decarbonization journey.”
“We have invested in production facilities and a factory outlet in Riihimäki. Riihimäki offers our company an operating environment where it is easy to grow and develop.”
We chose the City of Riihimäki -
Meet us in Business!
Frequently asked question
How do I secure workspace?
We connect you with available office and industrial spaces which are city owned sites as well as privately owned premises for sale and rent.
Is employee relocation assistance available?
The International House Riihimäki provide soft landing and relocation support for companies and their teams moving to the area.
Why invest in this region?
Benefit from a strategic location, skilled workforce, and supportive business environment of the city.
Can you help with Start-up permit Finland?
Yes, we can look through your business plan and financial budgets in order for you to apply for start-up permit. Contact our business advisor.
What's new with Riihimäki?
The city of progress, robotics and defence-innovation has plenty of new and exciting events going on.
