Technology Industries of Finland welcomes you to an event that marks a new chapter in innovation within Finland and beyond. "Chips from the North" is the official unveiling of the Semiconductor Strategy for Finland, setting the stage for the country's ambitious leap in the global chips arena and galvanizing the industry’s resolve to contribute to Europe’s technological competitiveness. This strategy launch is a call to action for industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers to seize the opportunities for growth in one of Finland’s most exciting technology sectors.
Why attend?
This event is more than a strategy launch. It’s a gathering of minds and a celebration of the potential within the semiconductor industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to:
Hear insightful keynotes from top industry and government leaders.
Engage in dialogue through a panel discussion and explore the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the Finnish semiconductor industry.
Network with peers from various sectors to foster collaborations.
Registration
The event in Eteläranta is fully booked but a live stream is available.
RSVP: Registration form
Deadline for Registration: Wednesday, 24th April
Programme
11:30 Pre-Event: Networking and Refreshments
12:00 Opening Remarks
Wille Rydman, Minister of Economic Affairs, the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment
12:20 Chips from the North – Semiconductor Strategy for Finland
Henrik Nisén, Manager, Boston Consulting Group
Tomy Runne, Chair, the Semiconductor Branch Group of Technology Industries of Finland; Vice President, Murata Europe
13:00 A View from the EU level – Finland’s Role in the Renewal of the European Chips Ecosystem
Jari Kinaret, Executive Director, the Chips Joint Undertaking
13:15 Panel Discussion – What Must Finland Do to Become a Semiconductor Powerhouse?
Thomas Heurung, CEO, Siemens EDA GmbH
Inka Mero, Managing Partner, Voima Ventures
James Robson, Vice President, Applied Materials Europe
Hele Savin, Professor, Aalto University
Antti Vasara, CEO, VTT
Moderator: Tuomas Hollman, Director, Bosch Sensortec
13:50 Closing Remarks and Call to Action
Tomy Runne, Chair, the Semiconductor Branch Group of Technology Industries of Finland; Vice President, Murata Europe
14:00-15:00 Post-Event: Networking and Refreshments
About the Strategy
The Semiconductor Branch Group of Technology Industries of Finland collaborated over the winter 2023-2024 with over 300 semiconductor professionals and stakeholders to define a national semiconductor strategy. The Strategy identifies six must-win opportunities for the country that support significant growth of the industry turnover and workforce. It aims to convince national decision-makers of the ambition in the industry and to communicate the strengths of Finland’s semiconductor industry to broader public, including global investors and talent.