Cooperation in the Tampere Region

Business Tampere’s owner municipalities serve both existing and new businesses in the area. Business Tampere’s services are available throughout the Tampere Region, and the economic development efforts of individual municipalities collaborate across municipal borders.

Kangasala

Kangasala

Population:
35 000
Distance from Tampere:
18 km
Fact:
Commercial plots in prime locations

Business Kangasala provides guidance on starting a new business, financing, purchasing or renting plots and premises, as well as tourism-related matters. The company promotes business activities in collaboration with Business Tampere, the economic and development agency for the Tampere city region, other municipalities in the area, and the local entrepreneurs’ association.

Kangasala

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Lempäälä

Lempäälä

Population:
20 000
Distance from Tampere:
15 km
Fact:
The most entrepreneur-friendly municipality in Pirkanmaa

Lempäälä has a strong business environment and the municipality is known for its business-friendly attitude. The municipality is positive towards both small and large companies. For several years, Lempäälä has been recognized as the most entrepreneur-friendly municipality in Pirkanmaa in the Finnish Entrepreneurs’ business climate survey.

Lempäälän kehitys is responsible for the municipality’s business services.

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Nokia

Nokia

Population:
35 000
Distance from Tampere:
20 km
Fact:
Strong industrial tradition

Nokia offers excellent conditions for business operations, with the city’s strong growth and rich industrial heritage providing a solid foundation for entrepreneurship. As part of the Tampere metropolitan area, Nokia benefits from a diverse economic structure and a robust business base, ensuring an efficient, networked environment for companies.

The city’s economic services focus on revitalizing and diversifying its business structure while supporting essential expert services for key industries. These efforts contribute to profitable and growing business activities both in Nokia and across the Tampere region.

Nokia on perinteinen teollisuuskaupunki

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Orivesi

Orivesi

Population:
9000
Distance from Tampere:
43 km
Fact:
The wool sock capital of Finland

In Orivesi, the success of businesses is a shared goal, and the city proudly supports entrepreneurs! The city’s business services are there from the moment a business is planned. Together with a broad and professional network, Orivesi helps both new and established businesses.

Orivesi on ihmisläheinen

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Pirkkala

Pirkkala

Population:
21 000
Distance from Tampere:
13 km
Fact:
*Finland's most vibrant municipality

Pirkkala is one of the most sought-after places to live in Finland. For businesses, Pirkkala offers an exceptionally attractive operating environment. Key factors include its location at the crossroads of major traffic routes, the airport and international connections, a high level of education, and high-quality, pleasant residential areas with excellent services.

*Source: WSP Finland’s Vitality Index 

Pirkkalan on usein rankattu Suomen elinvoimaisimmaksi kunnaksi.

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Vesilahti

Vesilahti

Population:
4500
Distance from Tampere:
35 km
Fact:
A village in the metropolis

In Vesilahti, there are around 300 businesses operating in a spacious rural setting. The business areas offer excellent solutions, especially for space-demanding businesses. Companies in Vesilahti operate in various industries, including cleantech, renewable domestic energy, food, construction, metal industry subcontracting, primary production, passenger and goods transport services, design services, as well as tourism and other experience economy sectors.

Laukon kartano Vesilandessa

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Ylöjärvi

Ylöjärvi

Population:
34 000
Distance from Tampere:
14 km
Fact:
A city for families with children

The population of Ylöjärvi is young and well-educated. A developing and diverse economic structure, combined with an entrepreneurial-friendly atmosphere, provides an excellent foundation for entrepreneurs to succeed in Ylöjärvi. Ylöjärven Yrityspalvelu serves both new and established companies. The city’s most significant industries include manufacturing, health and social services, wholesale and retail trade, and construction. There are approximately 10,000 jobs within the city.

Ylöjärvellä luonto on lähellä

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Business Location Services and Investment

Raimo Vähämaa

Senior Business Advisor, Relocation Services

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