Joensuu – Finland’s Strong Manufacturing and Industrial Subcontracting Hub for Metal and Plastics Industries
The Joensuu region is home to an internationally competitive manufacturing and subcontracting network serving global industrial companies such as Abloy, Kesla and Thermo Fisher Scientific. Local companies provide industrial design, contract manufacturing, assembly and fully tested metal and plastic products for international markets.
Advanced Expertise in Metal Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering
The Joensuu region offers outstanding opportunities for industrial investments and growth in metal manufacturing and mechanical engineering. The area is home to the world’s largest forest machine factory operated by John Deere, around which a strong ecosystem of OEM suppliers, system providers and industrial subcontractors has evolved.
Companies in the region provide comprehensive contract manufacturing services — from engineering and component production to assembly, testing and ready-to-deliver industrial products.
A committed workforce, strong industrial heritage, active investment culture and broad technical education ecosystem support continuous growth and international competitiveness in the manufacturing sector.
Strong Expertise in Plastics Manufacturing and Plastic Components
More than three decades of operations by Perlos created a strong foundation for plastics expertise in Joensuu. Today, the region is home to more than 30 plastics industry companies specializing in medical and healthcare products, durable consumer goods, industrial and agricultural solutions, and supporting services for the plastics sector. Leading companies in the regional plastics ecosystem include Thermo Fisher Scientific, Phillips-Medisize and Exel Composites.
Local companies provide end-to-end services from product design to production, including injection molding, tooling, plastic component manufacturing and contract manufacturing services. A strong subcontracting network, skilled workforce and continuous development culture support export-driven growth and innovation.
A Strong Network of International Industrial Companies and Suppliers
The Joensuu region hosts a diverse network of international industrial companies and export-driven local manufacturers that together form a highly competitive industrial ecosystem in Finland. Leading companies, system suppliers and subcontractors work closely together, creating efficient supply chains, agile production capabilities and new business opportunities for manufacturing companies.
An extensive network of specialized suppliers and industrial partners enables flexible production and fast delivery times — making the Joensuu region an attractive location for companies seeking reliable manufacturing partners and access to international industrial supply chains.
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Antti Mononen Development Manager
Product and service development; Investment and development projects and funding; Industrial key account management