Invest in Seinäjoki
Seinäjoki is one of Finland’s fastest-growing cities and a recognized leader in creating an attractive environment for businesses.
Please Contact: Jukka Pajunen, jukka.pajunen@intoseinajoki.fi, GSM +358 44 418 1215


Seinäjoki – One of Finland´s most Business-Friendly growth cities
Seinäjoki is one of Finland’s fastest-growing cities and a recognized leader in creating an attractive environment for businesses. Located in the heart of Finland, Seinäjoki combines strategic access, strong economic growth, and a highly entrepreneurial culture.
Companies choosing Seinäjoki benefit from a supportive business ecosystem, excellent connectivity, and a city committed to helping businesses grow and succeed. Whether you are expanding your operations, investing in new facilities, or exploring opportunities in the Nordic market, Seinäjoki offers an ideal platform for long-term growth.
Excellent location and connectivity
Seinäjoki is one of the country’s most important transportation hubs, providing efficient access to customers, partners, and markets throughout Finland and beyond.
Key advantages
- Located at the intersection of Highways 18 and 19, with direct road connections in every direction
- Railway connections to five regions of Finland
- Frequent rail services connecting Seinäjoki and Helsinki almost every hour
- Travel times by train:
- Helsinki: 2 h 50 min
- Tampere: 1 h 5 min
- Oulu: 3 h
- 10 km to Seinäjoki Airport
- 80 km to Vaasa International Airport
- 80 km to the Port of Vaasa
Efficient logistics
Short transport distances and smooth traffic flows help companies reduce logistics costs, improve delivery reliability, and increase operational efficiency.

Why invest in Seinäjoki?
Seinäjoki is consistently ranked among Finland’s most business-friendly cities. Companies value its central location, efficient transport connections, strong business networks, and proactive approach to economic development.
Here, businesses find the conditions they need to start, grow, and succeed:
- A strategic location in the heart of Finland
- Excellent road, rail, and air connections
- A strong and entrepreneurial business culture
- Access to skilled talent and educational institutions
- Extensive business networks and partnerships
- Modern infrastructure supporting sustainable growth
- A city that actively supports investment and development
Private business investments in Seinäjoki over a € 2 bn
Companies believe in the growth of Seinäjoki. The companies’ investments in Seinäjoki will be more than 2 billion euros in by 2028.
– Investments are the strongest indicator of the direction of regional development. So, Seinäjoki is continuing on a very strong growth path and it is a pleasure to market the city for new companies as well, says Leena Perämäki, CEO of Into Seinäjoki.
Here are some of the most significant investments and investment decisions
Seinäjoki Data Park: The first phase of a data center campus with a total value exceeding €7.5 billion is currently under construction in Seinäjoki. Valued at approximately €1.5 billion, the first phase comprises a 110 MW data center complex that provides the foundation for a campus with a total planned capacity of more than 550 MW. The capacity of the first phase has already been fully leased. This is the largest project in Pure DC’s history and the biggest single investment ever made from the UK to Finland.
Industry: Atria (expansion of a poultry factory, pig cutting plant + Finland’s largest solar power plant built on Atria’s facilities), Nurmo’s bioenergy, Prima-Power, large logistics centers in the new area of Roves.
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Frequently asked questions from investing companies
How does Into attract new companies to Seinäjoki?
Our mission is simple: to help companies identify growth opportunities in Seinäjoki and make the investment process as smooth as possible.
We actively promote Seinäjoki to business decision-makers, investors, and growth companies both in Finland and internationally. Every year, we engage with thousands of companies through direct contacts, events, networks, and marketing activities.
At the same time, many companies contact us directly after recognizing the opportunities offered by Seinäjoki.
Our approach is practical, responsive, and business-oriented. We make things easy and move quickly when opportunities arise.
What are the most important factors for companies considering a new location?
Companies typically evaluate several key factors when selecting a new location:
- Long-term growth prospects of the region
- A stable and reliable investment environment
- Availability of skilled workforce
- Access to business partners and suppliers
- Suitable business premises and industrial sites
- Educational and research institutions
- Strong business networks
- Efficient logistics and accessibility
Seinäjoki performs exceptionally well across these criteria, making it an attractive location for both domestic and international investments.
How does the investment process work in practice?
Every company has unique needs and growth objectives.The process starts with understanding your plans and business requirements. Together, we explore how Seinäjoki can support your growth strategy.
Our experts provide tailored assistance in areas such as:
- Finding suitable business premises and industrial sites
- Identifying local partners and suppliers
- Connecting with business networks
- Accessing talent and recruitment opportunities
- Navigating local development and investment services
Our goal is to help your company establish, expand, and grow successfully.
Seinäjoki is a growing city
Population: 67 000. Growth 0.6-1% per year.
Finland’s 16th largest city.
The Seinäjoki urban area is one of the ten largest urban areas in Finland. The Seinäjoki urban area, formed by Seinäjoki, Alavus, Isokyrö, Kauhava, Kuortane, Kurika and Lapua, has about 150,000 inhabitants.
The economic structure of Seinäjoki
The strongest industries in Seinäjoki are the Technology Industry and the Food Industry. Seinäjoki is also a significant concentration in trade.
Services 34%
Industry 15.3%
Trade 12%
Education and research 10.6%
Administration and public services 10.5%
Construction 6.7%
Agriculture and forestry 2.6%
Other 8.3%
High employment rate
Employment: Seinäjoki and Southern Ostrobothnia have one of the highest employment rates in mainland Finland. Correspondingly, the unemployment rate in Seinäjoki is one of the lowest in the country’s major cities.
Jobs: 31 210
Employment rate: 74.3%
Job self-sufficiency 110%
Businesses 4818
Largest employers in Seinäjoki
Wellbeing services county 11,000
City of Seinäjoki 3,000
Atria 1700
Etelä-Pohjanmaan Osuuskauppa 1300
Seinäjoki Education Consortium Sedu 750
Valio 480
Finn-Power Oy 400
Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences Ltd 400
Seinäjoen Käyttöauto 260
Rinta-JouppiOy 230
Taxation
Income tax rate: 9.20 %
Safe investment
Stable increase in the value of real estate and land in the growth city. It is safe to invest and locate in Seinäjoki.
High level of education
Seinäjoki is a university city. 32% of the residents have a university degree.
Sedu: vocational and adult education. More than 5,000 students. The total student flow is over 10,000 annually.
Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences: 5,000 students, 6 fields of study (culture, business administration, technology, catering, social and health care, natural resources), 21 degrees. Selected as the best university of applied sciences in Finland in 2021.
University Consortium of Seinäjoki and the Epanet research network. A multidisciplinary community of 100 experts. Areas of expertise include the agro-economy and sustainable food solutions, smart and energy-efficient systems, well-being and creativity, and entrepreneurship and growth.
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Koskipalo Niina
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