Kuopio is a forerunner in health, environment and wellbeing expertise. Kuopio combines a constantly developing operating environment with versatile education and research knowledge.
“Strongly emerging areas of expertise in Kuopio
represent world-class excellence.”
Jukka Pitkänen, Director of Economic Development,
City of Kuopio
Savilahti is one of the most versatile urban developments in Finland. Savilahti combines cutting-edge expertise with comfortable living and leisure, surrounded by beautiful lakeside nature.
The total value of the investments in developing the district is estimated at EUR 1.5–2 billion. In the future, the district will form a progressive learning, innovation and working hub for 35,000 people.
Kuopio Health is a network committed to promoting competence, research and business life in wellbeing, the food industry and health technology as well as raising awareness in the health care industry.
Kuopio Health promotes development, research and new innovations stemming from customer needs and acts as a platform for new products and services.
Kuopio Health applies the open innovation model, where the public sector, academia, the business sector and end users work together to come up with new solutions for the needs of society. We provide excellent health care expertise, training and a business environment and network for Finnish and international health technology companies and innovators.
Neurocenter Finland will be built in Kuopio as a joint effort.
The planned Neurocenter Finland will, once complete, set up a network for brain research and promote the global recognition and appreciation of Finnish neuroscience research.
Neurocenter Finland aims to promote individualized, or personalized medicine, discover innovations and build more extensive business environments, or ecosystems, for health professionals.
The Kuopio region offers many opportunities for business activities and growth. Kuopio brings together a diverse range of expertise: big business, innovative start-ups, world-class research and cooperation platforms that serve as a pathway to the global market.
The regional partners, diverse range of education, strong research expertise and active business ecosystems make the Kuopio region a first-class investment opportunity for developing business activities, product development and industry.
The active business ecosystem in the region is constantly evolving, and business environments are developed together with companies. Kuopio Health is one example of a cooperative venture that supports business growth, creates networks and accelerates the creation of new companies.
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FI-70101 Kuopio
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