The home of quality.

Here in the Jakobstad region we understand that entrepreneurshipgenerates well-being, which, in turn,

generates quality.

Strong entrepreneurship and natural internationalism. High quality of life,

and a safe, harmonious environment. It has been shown that people are

well-off in the Jakobstad region. These elements make up the foundation for

all that we do, which has given top results in its class on a global level.

However, this in and of itself is no reason for praise. We are simply used to

doing things right, with feeling and expertise.

Home of quality.

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Home of quality.Snellman.The family-owned business Snellman has produced high quality meat and cold cut

products since 1951. The Snellman brothers founded the company because they wanted

to produce better sausages. This drive to make better products, the sort that they would

want themselves, still holds true today. That’s why Snellman’s products use more meat,

fewer additives and the meat is Finnish GM-free pork and beef from family farms.

Do things as you would do them for yourself! So where is Mr. Snellman from?

From Jakobstad, of course!

www.snellman.fi

"We have always had the will to do everything a little better. In order for us to succeed, it is our responsibility to make every effort to do our best."

Roland Snellman CEO

Home of quality.Baltic Yachts.This internationally known and recognized boat building yard was founded in 1973, and

has specialized in high quality sailboats, up to 70 meters in length, constructed of

composites. The boats are built by hand, and tailor-made in every detail to the customers’

wishes. New technology and innovations play a significant role, at both the design stage

and production. Baltic Yachts has, among other things, built the world’s largest composite

sailboat – a 60-meter-long ketch. The company boasts an annual revenue of 36 million

euros, and employs 230 people. Operations are based in Bosund and Jakobstad.

www.balticyachts.fi

"There is a long tradition ofboat building here, passedon from father to son. It is acraft that demands bothcreativity and versatility."

Niklas Björkskog Boat builder

Home of quality.Mirka.Mirka Ltd is a pioneer in sanding technology and offers ground-breaking sanding

solutions for surface treatment and precision sanding. Thanks to the continuous

development and global sales network, Mirka can offer a wide range of abrasive

products and machines, as well as polishing materials and accessories that enable

complete surface treatment solutions for different types of applications. Mirka is a

rapidly growing company with subsidiaries in Europe, Asia and North and South

America. More than 97 percent of products are exported and sold in more than 100

countries.

www.mirka.com

“Mirka’s investment in research and product development have made us a pioneer in surface treatment technologies.”

Mats SundellR&D Director

Home of quality.Ekeri.The European leading specialist in logistical and transport technology is an expert

on customeradapted vehicles and side-opening box semi-trailers, box trailers

and truck boxes. Over 75% of the production is exported. The business is showing

stable growth. Customer-orientated processes, continual improvement and an

absolute focus on quality are the cornerstones of Ekeri´s operations. This family

owned company is located in Pedersöre, just as it has been for over 70 years.

www.ekeri.fi

"Here we have competent, loyal people, a culture of continual improvement and a strong belief in the future"

Matti LaurilaCEO

"Whatever we do, we doit well. And when we succeed, we succeed together."

Jenny LeIndustrial worker

Home of quality.Nordic Lights.NORDIC LIGHTS® produces premium, high-tech work and driving lights for

heavy-duty vehicles in the mining, construction, forestry, material handling and

agricultural industries. Our work lights deliver superior durability and low main-

tenance, and are created for industry leaders like Caterpillar, Liebherr, Sandvik and

Komatsu. We develop, design, manufacture, and test all of our light series in our

own factory in Pedersöre, Finland. (NORDIC LIGHTS® is part of Herrmans Oy Ab).

www.nordiclights.com

Home of quality.Beamex.BEAMEX is a leading worldwide provider of calibration solutions that meet even

the most demanding of requirements for process instrumentation. Beamex offers a

comprehensive range of products and services — from portable calibrators to work-

stations, calibration accessories, calibration software, industry-specific solutions and

professional services. Through Beamex’s subsidiaries, branch offices and an extensive

network of independent distributors, their products and services are available in more

than 130 countries. Beamex has more than 12,000 customers worldwide.

www.beamex.com

"We strive for a culture where we encourage people to create new ideas, try, fail, and eventually succeed."

Jan-Henrik SvenssonCEO

Home of quality.Fluid-Bag.A unique logistical solution for fluids, which is extremely durable, made from a very

small amount of material, and which provides significant savings in transport costs.

Fluid-Bag’s containers for the industrial transport and storage of fluids are used for

everything from food and cosmetics, to mining industry lubricants, and sound

damping compounds for the automotive industry. A Fluid-Bag is flexible, but endures

rough handling when needed. Sustainability is a key word that is also applied to

environment and economy. The product is made of recoverable, non-toxic plastics, and

the container ensures minimal waste during use. Fluid-Bag exports about 95% of all

production, and the largest markets are in Europe, Southeast Asia, and North America.

www.fluid-bag.com

"It feels safe to work for acompany with its rootsfirmly in Ostrobothnia, andthat invests in the regionlong-term."

Gunborg EnbärIndustrial worker

Home of quality.OSTP.OSTP Finland Oy Ab is one of the world’s leading producers of welded process pipes and

stainless steel tubular products, focusing on the Nordic and European markets. Safety,

quality, sustainability, and low maintenance-requirements are factors that lead many,

particularly within the processing, oil, gas, and construction industry, to choose OSTP as

their supplier. The plant in Jakobstad was founded in 1949 under the name JARO, and as

such builds on over 60 years of knowledge of stainless steel. During the last five years, the

business has grown from two production lines to thirteen, and is now responsible for 75%

of the group’s production capacity. At the same time, there has been investment into

greater automation.

www.ostp.biz

”Our slogans ‘Safety First’and ‘Rely on Quality’ ensurethat we do not take anyshortcuts when it comes tosafety and quality. Both weand our customers shouldfeel safe with OSTP.”

Thomas Pettersson, CEO

Home of quality.Prevex.Prevex was founded in 1955, so it is one of the oldest companies in the Finnish plastics

industry. Prevex is one of Europe’s leading water trap suppliers. We are well aware of

what our customers need, and this is the cornerstone of our thinking and securing our

position as an innovative pioneer. We invest significant amounts in product develop-

ment annually, focusing on innovative and unique solutions and more efficient manu-

facturing processes. Our goal is to continuously reduce the environmental impact of our

products by minimising the manufacturing process stages, delivering durable products

and optimising our logistics. This will benefit us all!

www.prevex.com

"We achieve our goals through joint efforts, quality thinking and inno-vation. We are constantly in motion."

Thomas NyströmCFO

Home of quality.Rani Plast.Rani Plast was established in 1955, when a young man named Nils Ahlbäck

wanted a job in his home village of Teerijärvi. Today, Rani Plast is Finland’s largest

plastic film company and its turnover is over € 200 million. The company is family-

owned and most of the production is still in Teerijärvi, where everything started.

One of the reasons for Rani Plast’s success is that the company has always dared to

invest. The latest investment is the new production line for agricultural films, which

is the largest of its kind in the world.

www.raniplast.com

"We have always been vigi-lant in keeping the spirit of a small family business, even though Rani Plast is now a worldwide group."Jan KnutarSales Manager

Home of quality.Fresh Servant.The best salad factory in Finland. Fresh has grown from a local vegetable wholesaler to

the market leader in fresh salads. Our goal is to be the customer’s first choice, and that’s

why we invest in bold innovation and quality. Quality is guaranteed by Fresh’s brilliant

staff and modern production technology, automation and digitalisation that enhance

freshness, lead times, security of supply and capacity. We always offer something new -

always something good, both for customers, consumers and for our Fresh team.

www.fresh.fi | www.hetkessä.fi | www.salaattimestari.fi

"Succeeding together, helping others and continuous learning has made us the best salad factory in Finland."

Sami HaapasalmiCEO

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Larsmo LuotoLarsmo has a young population, exten-

sive municipal services, excellent

outdoor possibilities, and attractive

beachfront residential areas. Near to

Jakobstad and Kokkola, there are in-

dustrial zones which meet the needs of

business and industry. Transportation

connections are good. In addition,

Larsmo offers active support to new

businesses regarding questions such

as building sites and location. All of

this is offered in an amazingly beautiful

archipelago environment!

» larsmo.fiKronoby KruunupyyKronoby lies at the center of regional

activities and entrepreneurship. From

a logistical perspective, the location is

excellent, being situated between

Jakobstad and Kokkola. Kronoby has

good contact with international mar-

kets. Here, entrepreneurship is more

than merely a profession. It is a lifestyle.

Perhaps that is why those of us who

live here are so attached to the place.

» kronoby.fi

Pedersöre Pedersöre offers an interesting mix of

entrepreneurship, youthful spirit, drive,

knowledge, and flexibility, all of which

contribute to a creative and expansive

economy. Many of the businesses have

made successful ventures onto the

global market. There is a large number

of building sites for industry and busi-

ness. Pedersöre offers residential areas

in different environments, providing

many choices for those making a home

in Pedersöre. In short: everything is

here – with room for more!

» pedersore.fiJakobstad PietarsaariJakobstad is the region’s center, and is

a hub for industry and services. The

geographical location, with good road,

railroad, and flight connections, as well

as a port, offers ideal conditions for

business activities. There are business-

es from all industries in the area. Many

companies focus on export, leading to

an international atmosphere. Would

you like to know more? Feel free to

contact us. We always answer!

» jakobstad.fi

Nykarleby UusikaarlepyyIn Nykarleby you can see a small town

at its best; 7,500 inhabitants forming a

small, but diverse, society, where in-

dustry and culture cooperate. Nykarle-

by is the world’s largest producer of fox

fur, with many business owners and

full employment. Local companies’

expansion plans, the number of young

business owners, and the demand for

residential property shows that there is

a strong belief in the future. Nykarleby

is open to everything new – thoughts,

people, and companies.

» nykarleby.fi

Good connections. The Jakobstad region has a logistical advantage. It is one of the few areas in Finland that has it

all: good road, railroad, and airline connections, as well as its own port. We are situated a comfortable distance from larger

cities such as Helsinki and Stockholm.

High quality education services. The vocational school Optima, which is responsible for basic vocational

education and training in the Jakobstad region, has been selected many years in a row as the best Vocational Upper Secondary

Education and Training School in Finland. Higher education in the region is provided by Novia University of Applied Sciences

and Centria University of Applied Sciences at Campus Allegro in Jakobstad. The symbiosis between the educational organiza-

tions and the industry offers a well-laid foundation for both the recruitment of knowledgeable personnel, and for development

activities.

Vivid language immersion. The presence of two language groups shapes a unique atmosphere in the

Jakobstad region. There is also a rapidly-growing group of people, whose mother tongue is neither Swedish nor Finnish.

This old role as a melting pot for cultures and languages has led to a creative and tolerant atmosphere.

A great range of services, both private and public. You receive high quality service without waiting

in line. In addition, the pricing of housing and services often leaves those from larger cities surprised.

International trade since 1652. The Jakobstad region has been open for new ideas for centuries.

That same openness is shown toward entrepreneurship. Finland’s first export cooperative, Viexpo, was started in Jakobstad

in 1970, and is still successful today. The export cooperative gave local companies a head start, still visible in the region’s

level of internationalization..

In the Jakobstad region we recognize that entrepreneurship generates well-being. The area offers good conditions for business operations, as well a network of actors providing business services.

The development company Concordia wants to serve as a partner to businesses, and offers top quality services for

companies at different stages of development. Welcome to the Jakobstad region!

How quality is born.

The Jakobstad region has around 50,000 inhabitants, over 21,500 jobs, and 4,400 companies.Approximately 40 of the companies employ 50 people each. Competence built through action, multifaceted networks, and a high level of

internationalization, effectively opens new doors – even for global cooperation.

In questions concerning the Jakobstad Region we are happy to help info@concordia.jakobstad.fi +358 (0)10 239 7550

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