Companies in the Tampere city region have quickly built strong relationships with the City of Lviv and the UNBROKEN hospital based there. More than 15 companies presented solutions for rehabilitation, healthcare, accessibility and housing to Ukrainian visitors in late September and early October. During the visit, the delegation worked with organisations in the Tampere region to identify concrete opportunities for cooperation with businesses, higher education institutions and other partners. The delegation included UNBROKEN’s Head of Mental Health Oleh Berezyuk, Executive Director Maryana Svirchuk and Project Manager Daryna Kikot, as well as the City of Lviv’s Accessibility Specialist Julia Verechinska. Atapley is one of the companies already active in Ukraine. During the visit, Business Tampere brought together companies from Tampere’s health ecosystem and organisations with expertise in applied research, research, education and clinical practice. Business solutions for healthcare and rehabilitation The delegation met with companies offering solutions for rehabilitation, accessibility, infection prevention and control, hospital infrastructure and patient care. The meetings identified practical solutions to support UNBROKEN’s work. The UNBROKEN delegation met with healthcare organisations and learned about research in the field at Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK). A wide range of health technology companies took part in exploring opportunities for cooperation and exports: Thermidas Oy medical thermal imaging solutions for objective assessment and monitoring, including circulation and tissue-related applications. Ataplay Oy develops digital and gamified solutions supporting rehabilitation and physical activity. Quha Oy develops assistive technologies enabling people with limited hand function to independently use computers and mobile devices, including its innovative head-mouse and contactless puff-switch solutions. Porkka Oy provides Finnish professional refrigeration and cold-storage solutions for hospitals, laboratories and pharmaceutical environments. Lakka Health Oy develops digital health solutions supporting remote monitoring, rehabilitation and more personalised care pathways. Biomendex Oy develops innovative bioactive bone graft substitutes for bone regeneration, with applications in orthopaedic and spinal surgery. SAG Flowmedik Oy provides digital infection-control and healthcare-cleaning solutions, including tools for monitoring hand hygiene, disinfectant use and infection-prevention quality. Ileria Oy develops solutions for emergency care and resuscitation, including technology supporting high-quality CPR. Lojer Oy provides hospital beds, treatment tables and physiotherapy solutions for hospitals and rehabilitation facilities. Accessibility and housing as part of rehabilitation The second part of the visit focused on accessibility and sustainable housing in cooperation with the City of Lviv. UNBROKEN and the City of Lviv are developing accessible living environments and housing solutions for people recovering from the effects of war. The aim is to combine rehabilitation with opportunities to live independently and participate in everyday life. The following companies and organisations from the Tampere region took part: Validia provides services and expertise in accessible housing, rehabilitation and independent living for people with disabilities. Monidose Oy provides medication management solutions that support safe and independent medication use at home and in supported living settings. Treili Oy provides services and expertise in accessible housing and independent living. Commu is a digital platform where people can ask for and offer help in their local communities. The service has around 120,000 users across several countries. Vivonep develops AI-powered conversational solutions for different user groups, from older people to those with accessibility needs. Sitowise provides expertise in accessible buildings, the built environment and sustainable urban development. Ensio Health develops digital solutions to support patients in managing their own care and adjusting to life with different medical conditions. Teleker brings remote care to patients through their own television. Patients access the service using their TV and voice commands. In the video below, UNBROKEN presents medical training at its integrated hospital and rehabilitation centre. Unbroken Higher education institutions involved in the collaboration Through discussions and demonstrations, Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK) and Tampere University introduced the delegation to Tampere’s expertise in rehabilitation, accessibility, mental health, healthcare education and research. They also explored how this expertise could help meet UNBROKEN’s current needs. The delegation also met with Ukraine’s Ambassador to Finland, Myhailo Vydoinyk. The visit identified several concrete opportunities for collaboration, which will be developed further. The activities were organised as part of the Digital Health 3 project, co-funded by the European Union. Warm thanks to our colleagues at UNBROKEN and to all the companies, researchers and experts who took part in the visit.In collaboration with: Ilona Raitakari Senior Business Advisor, Tampere Health +358 40 1244 956 ilona.raitakari@businesstampere.com +358 40 1244 956 export health technology Internationalisation Ukraine