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26.10.2026 • Business Joensuu news

Turulan Ruokala – Familiar flavours, a fresh new look

When Tiina Karhunen took over Turulan Ruokala in 2022, she acquired more than just a lunch restaurant. She took responsibility for a long-established part of everyday life in Outokumpu's Industrial...

22.10.2026 • Business Joensuu news

Personalized maternity care: the story of Äitiysfysio Jonna

Years of experience in the wellbeing sector, combined with a strong desire to work in her own way, made entrepreneurship a natural next step for Jonna Joukanen from Joensuu. In spring 2026, she took...

14.10.2026 • City of Joensuu

Tikun Puuhevonen develops a new wellbeing service for workplaces

On a busy morning, entrepreneur Johanna Venho went to bring a horse in from the field. But the horse had other ideas. Instead of coming along, it turned its back on her.

07.10.2026 • Business Joensuu news

Why Not? Maiju left Tampere and founded Keho Center in Joensuu

When Maiju Leppäluoto talks about Keho Center, she keeps coming back to one thing: how people feel. Sometimes, we simply need a place where we can leave feeling a little lighter than when we arrived.

29.09.2026 • Business Joensuu news

Pasi’s Fantastic Hobbies: Tabletop Role-Playing at Tyrmä in Joensuu

Pasi’s Fantastic Hobbies Oy celebrated its first anniversary in September 2026. A lot has happened during the company’s first year – and one of its biggest milestones came in January, when Tyrmä, a...

29.09.2026 • Photonics industry

Kimmy Photonics Solves Customer Problems Through Photonics Expertise

Joensuu’s photonics ecosystem has gained a new player that was previously missing from the region. Kimmy Photonics is not only a channel for international technology suppliers in Finland, but also an...

25.08.2026 • Business Joensuu news

Responsible Hospitality at Lietsu – Valuing Local Roots

Lietsu Boutique Aparthotel, located in the heart of Joensuu by the Pielisjoki River, is full of stories – both traditional Karelian stories and new ones created by guests during their stays. Unique...

19.08.2026 • Business Joensuu news

Wildcat Store Joensuu brings new growth to Prime Line Production

Jukka Nevalainen and Marko Kämäräinen have more than 20 years of experience as entrepreneurs. Since 2018, they have been running Prime Line Production Oy, a company they own that provides customer...

05.08.2026 • Business Joensuu news

Ajoma Group Oy – Road Safety through Driving Ban Training

Ajoma Group Oy is helping make Finnish roads safer. Based in Joensuu, this family-owned company combines extensive expertise in driver education, digital services and driving ban training to promote...

08.07.2026 • Business Joensuu news

Pickleball Center Joensuu and the Arronax Europe Online Store – From Joensuu to the European Market

Lehiko Oy has combined e-commerce expertise with a passion for a new sport. What began as a hobby has grown into a new business that is expanding across Finnish and European markets.

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27.10.2026 • Business Joensuu news

North Karelia Named Europe’s Most Authentic Cultural & Nature Tourism Destination

North Karelia has received the prestigious European Travel Awards 2026 recognition as the Most Authentic Cultural & Nature Tourism Destination. The award highlights the region’s unique combination of...

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24.10.2026 • City of Joensuu