News
Educational travelling is a growing trend – Happy people and Finnish education system attract people to visit Oulu
A Japanese educational travel group visited Oulu in the end of March. During the trip they visited Finnish educational institutions, interviewed local people, and had the experience of a Finnish sauna.
Natal Mind conquers Polar Bear Pitching
Oulu’s own, original Arctic startup event Polar Bear Pitching made a live comeback after four years. A big crowd at Oulu Market Square and online around the world watched as ten startups one after another jumped into the Avanto (Finnish for ice hole) to impress the panel of judges with their business ideas.
TactoTek® Unveils IMSE® Innovation Hub in Munich, Germany
The Innovation Hub creates easy access to advanced IMSE design and engineering for Central European customers – OEMs, brands, and licensees.
Lufthansa's direct flights between Oulu and Munich continue and extend into year-round connection
This is the only year-round international flight connection in Northern Finland.
Startup Express - Turn your idea into a startup in 100 days with help of a community
Startup Express is a pre-incubator that supports idea-stage startup teams and individuals with entrepreneurial aspirations in Oulu. It offers a 14-week program where participants can turn their ideas into startups within 100 days, with the support of a community, coaches, and mentors.