International Call
International Call (IC) is an internationalization program for SMEs in North Savonia, conducted over the period 2024-2026 and managed by Savon Yrittäjät, the regional association of entrepreneurs. The purpose of IC is to help Nothe Savonia’s SMEs in successfully advancing to the selected international markets.
IC-program in a nutshell
The participating companies are only required to cover the self-financed portion of the aforementioned two trips; all other IC services are provided free of charge. This is made possible through funding from the North Savo ELY Centre (the regional local office of the Finnish government) and the regional council of North-Savo.
The companies are looking to expand into international markets. Learn more about the companies below:
Participating Companies
Betola Oy is a Finnish company specializing in concrete construction solutions and repairing of concrete structures. Based in Kuopio, Finland, the company provides high-quality services for concrete construction around Finland for industrial, energy and infrastructure developments with over 30 years of experience. Betola Oy speciality in concrete services are shotcrete, concrete grouting, chemical/resin grouting, stuctural grouting, on-site casting, repair castings, concrete coating, concrete repairs, injections and anchoring. With a focus on durability, innovation, and sustainability, Betola Oy delivers customized concrete solutions to meet the needs of its clients.
Ikikivi Oy is a family business with over 40 years of expertise in stone craftsmanship. The company mines the light quartzite stone from a quarry in Nilsiä, where the materials are skillfully shaped both by hands and through advanced machining processes. Utilizing cutting-edge technology, the company maximizes the use of all stone materials. They have also been focused on innovation in eco-friendly stone production, with Ecogranites being their latest breakthrough in the field.
Kurko-Koponen Oy is a leading lifting service company in Finland providing lifting solutions for construction sites, industrial – and infrastructure projects. With over 60 years of experience, company has a strong cooperation network nationwide and abroad. The company has a large and versatile fleet of over 60 cranes and a team of more than 70 highly trained employees.
Savon Lasituote is a company based in Iisalmi, Finland, specializing in glass products and services. The company provides high-quality glass solutions for various applications, including windows, doors, and custom glass installations for both residential and commercial projects. Known for their craftsmanship and attention to detail, Savon Lasituote offers tailored products that meet the specific needs of their clients.
Sepa Oy is a family business founded in 1982, which has grown into Finland’s significant and modern manufacturer of roof trusses and of the largest in the field in Europe. In addition to different types of roof trusses, they manufacture intermediate floor beams, moulds, noise barriers, fire-safe trusses, and weather-protection shelters. Their customers include Finland’s largest manufacturers of prefab houses, infra builders, construction companies, wholesale companies and private customers.
Varpaisjärven Maansiirto ja Vesitekniikka Oy (VMSV) addresses the challenges of the land of a thousand lakes with reliable quality and expertise. With specialized knowledge in water supply and sewer lines, dredging and water construction, VMSV builds a more functional, beautiful and sustainable environment. Their extensive experience and versatile equipment ensure that they can meet the diverse needs and requirements of our clients. Environmental friendliness and safety are at the heart of their operations, and always strive to execute projects in accordance with best practices. VMSV has decades of experience in building demanding water supply trunk lines to meet the needs of both growing cities and industrial sectors. The company has also a long history of undertaking dredging inland ports, waterways, industrial sites, and the restoration of aquatic environments.
Jot Works Oy is a comprehensive engineering workshop and installation supplier, serving as a reliable partner for complex steel construction projects. The company’s core expertise is the production of demanding welding assemblies for steel and plate structures, as well as machine and steel structure installations. Their knowledge is grounded in expertise with light to medium-heavy steel structures and plate work technology, high quality and reliable delivery. As metalwork professionals, their flexibility and efficiency ensure that customers receive top-quality, on-time deliveries.
Mjh Infra Oy is experienced land construction professionals that offers earthworks services to both companies and individuals. Specialized in passwork repairs, cable excavation work, fiber blowing, yearn and foundation work, the company is known for accurate and high-quality results. The company has operated as a subcontractor on various construction sites across Finland with excavators and trucks.
Omatalo Oy is a trusted Finnish home brand with over 80 years of experience and more than 30,000 deliveries. In addition to serving the domestic consumer and professional markets, company also actively engages in significant export activities to countries such as the Baltics and Poland. Their high-capacity factory in Sonkajärvi, certified production, and meticulously implemented planning, delivery, and installation processes ensure the quality of the products and customer satisfaction. The energy-efficient structural solutions are researched and designed in collaboration with experts. In addition to single-family home packages, they supply elements for duplexes, row houses, wooden apartment buildings, daycare centers, and the needs of hall and market construction.
Rakennusliike U. Lipsanen Oy is a construction company focusing on construction contracting, building & renovating public, business and industrial premises. It guarantees its customers competitive, high qaulity & on-time deliveries serving clients individually not only as the main contractor but also as part of the building developer’s expert team.
Sinmachine Oy is a Finnish engineering company established in 1993 specializes in the repair and export of used construction equipment, such as drilling equipment, crushers & screens as well as road construction equipment, such as asphalt plants & other asphalt equipment. Additionally, company provides a range of earth-moving machinery, bulldozers, wheel loaders, dumpers & excavators.
Voimatel is a Finnish-owned service provider for telecommunications networks. Voimatel ensures that telecommunication networks operate reliably throughout their life cycle, guaranteeing connectivity across Finland. Its clients include operators, equipment manufacturers, and optical fibre network builders, to whom the company provides services related to planning, constructions, operations, and maintenance. Operating in Finland and Estonia, Voimatel employs over 750 professionals. Founded in 2001, Voimatel is owned by KPY Cooperative.
KHM Steel is a Finnish company specializing in steel construction and manufacturing solutions. They provide high-quality steel products and services, including the design, fabrication, and installation of steel structures for various industries. Known for their precision and reliability, KHM Steel serves clients across sectors such as construction, industrial manufacturing, and infrastructure development, delivering durable and efficient steel solutions.
Metallityö Vainio Corporation provides a wide range of high quality services in the field of metalwork. The company provides the range of services of the machine-and-equipment manufacturing industry, building-and-construction industry and processing industry, from individual component operations to complex system and project deliveries. ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO3834-2 and EN 1090 (exc3) certificates.
PetterSteel is Finland’s largest building sheet metal partner and manufacturer of modern sheet metal products. You can save time, money and effort with our comprehensive building paneling service. The company does everything from sheet metal design to products and installations – on time and with high quality. The PetterSteel solution makes it easier to manage the site as a whole and reduces the burden on work management.
The company specializes in manufacturing process pipelines for food, paper and chemical industries. The company services also include installation and maintenance of stainless steel and aluminium frame conveyors.
Lasilinkki Oy is a third-generation family company that manufactures glazing solutions for both private and professional interior design and construction.
Essis by Lasilinkki is an interior design glass brand providing tailored glass solutions as well as Essis collection’s interior glass products. The company’s expertise is craftsmanship and unique artisan glasses; handmade fused pattern glasses and recycled glass products.
Paristeel Oy is a subcontracting manufacturer in the metal industry, specializing in plate and sheet metal work, eccentric press operations, and the production of light steel structures. The products are crafted both individually and in series from a variety of materials, including steel, aluminum, and stainless and acid-resistant steel. Through extensive network of partners, company manages the machining and surface treatment of their products. A vital aspect of operations involves the creation of prototypes and collaborating with customers on the design and development of product manufacturability.
POK Group is a Finnish company specializing in electrical switchgear solutions and related services. With over 50 years of experience, they design, manufacture, and install high-quality low and medium voltage switchgear systems for a variety of industries, including energy, infrastructure, and manufacturing. Known for their expertise and commitment to safety, POK Group provides customized solutions that ensure reliable power distribution and operational efficiency.
Profile is a Finnish and internationally known designer and manufacturer of ambulances and special vehicles. Profile products combine a long-term experience and knowledge of the industry, product development is based on customer-oriented design and technological excellence. The company started its operations in 1982 as Likori Ky by Kosti Repo and soon after it became Finland’s largest ambulance manufacturer.
SP Stainless Oy is a comprehensive subcontractor mechanical workshop for industry needs, specializes in handling stainless and acid-resistant materials. Company welds and manufactures high-quality prefabricated piping, pipe fittings and equipment of stainless steel for process industry. They strive to be the most high-quality and reliable special materials expert in Finland. Throughout the years, company has gained strong competence in handling steel, which enables us to provide our customers with quality and added value in the form of high-quality subcontracted products.
Gebwell Oy, based in Leppävirtä, Finland, specializes in energy-efficient heating and cooling solutions, including heat pumps, district heating centers, and energy storage systems. With a focus on sustainability, Gebwell provides tailored systems for residential, commercial, and industrial applications, ensuring reliable performance in demanding Nordic climate. Founded in 2005, the company also has subsidiaries in Poland and Sweden.
Pohjolan Energiainsinöörit, based in Iisalmi, Finland, is an energy engineering company specializing in sustainable energy solutions. The company offers services in the design, installation, and maintenance of renewable energy systems, focusing on improving energy efficiency for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. Known for their expertise and commitment to sustainability, the company helps customers reduce their carbon footprint while optimizing energy use.
Uusiotek Electric Oy designs and implement energy distribution systems 0.4 kV – 20 kV – 110 kV for industry, power plants & private enterprises with the opportunity to expand or modernize electricity distribution systems. The compny provides the container transformer stations, grounding equipments (authorized by Ragnar Stålskog Ab) & earthing measurement servives, customized according the customers’ needs.
Peat power Oy is a pioneer in producing energy and power from earth and wood for their customers. The company also produces high-quality, safe and healthy bedding peat for farm animals. They support the circular economy not only by producing growth peat, but also by further processing the by-products of wood processing and the production of bedding peat.
Moduls prefabricated energy module for heating and cooling systems are an innovative solution for buildings. Company’s prefabricated products are always designed with the customer’s needs and comply with strict international quality requirements. The systems are manufactured and tested in their own production facilities in Finland, where they are assembled into ready-made modules in an individually designed structure. The modules are completely ready for use and connections are made on a plug & play basis. The modules can be used as a temporary or permanent solution in the building’s building technology. Modules can be moved from one object to another, which also makes it possible to reuse the product. Energy efficiency, sustainable development and cost-efficiency are the starting points of our operations. The systems can be powered by an electric boiler, heat pump or heat exchanger, and hybrid systems are also available. The power classes of the systems vary from 100 kW to 2 MW.
HY Transport Oy is a Finnish family-owned transport company offering versatile transport services for clients in building and metal industries, commerce, agriculture and many more. The company’s expertise is in special transports, concrete element transports as well as other building material transports and machinery transports. Additionally, company also provides crane services with multiple heavy duty crane trucks. With their modern equipment and skilled personnel, the company is able to serve a variety of projects precisely according to the specific needs.
KPY is a values-driven cooperative owned by a community of nearly 19,000 members. KPY is focused on the development and growth of its companies. The group’s annual revenue is approximately 270 million euros, owned by around 19,000 shareholders. With a history of 140 years, KPY Cooperative is one of the largest employers in Eastern Finland, employing about 1,800 people. The KPY Group includes Novapolis, Enfo, and Voimatel. Additionally, KPY acts as a minority investor in Osuma Henkilöstöpalvelut and Gebwell. KPY is continuously seeking new minority investment opportunities for its Momentum investment portfolio.
Novapolis offers customizable, versatile office spaces and services for businesses in Savilahti, Kuopio, and Toivala, Siilinjärvi. With a selection of over 40 meeting rooms and community coworking spaces, we provide added flexibility to meet companies’ needs. Our goal is to make Novapolis a pioneer in modern workday experiences and a community that top talents want to join. Novapolis already has an international community of 250 companies and over 15,000 professionals.
Autotalliolli Oy sells, installs and professionally maintains Hörmann garage doors in NorthSavo and nearby areas. The company provides the professional advice, on-site measurements as well as reliable garage doors installation services.
FRIF specializes in developing new fire fighting tools and methodologies to create a safer and cleaner working environment for firefighters around the world. The company manufactures innovative tools for exterior offensive firefighting. FRIF also specializes in the fire safety of Lithium-ion batteries as well as train organizations to mitigate risks associated with these batteries and to prepare for battery fires. The company holds several patents for firefighting tools and Lithium-ion battery fire blankets. The company’s early detection system for Li-ion battery fires has been in operation for several years in dozens of locations.
Osuma is a Finnish company in the staffing and recruitment industry, providing reliable recruitment services throughout Finland. Osuma operates extensively across various sectors, with construction, machinery manufacturing, ICT, and retail being the largest. This year, the company ranked among the 20 largest in the staffing industry. The group paid a total of 15.2 million euros in wages during 2023. In addition to Kuopio, the company has offices in Iisalmi, Tampere, and Helsinki. The company was founded in 2016.
Koivui Oy is a Finnish company focused on providing innovative solutions in sustainable construction and wood products. Specializing in eco-friendly building materials, Koivui Oy offers high-quality wood-based products designed for residential, commercial & industrial use. With a commitment to sustainability & Finnish craftsmanship, the company emphasis environmentally conscious methods to create durable and energy-efficient construction solutions.
Partanen & Lamusuo is a design and architecture company focused on creating comfortable, aesthetically pleasing, and durable living and working spaces. As empathetic project designers, they prioritize listening to customers and turning their dreams into reality. Their approach fosters positive impact through a collaborative, sustainable, and inclusive process. The artist-architect duo combines art, design, and architecture in their unique projects.
3D Talo develops advanced software and services for harnessing virtual reality technologies. Additionally, they offer laser scanning, photogrammetry and 360-degree imaging services.
Epical is a Nordic data consulting company specializing in areas such as data and analytics, cybersecurity, applications, and integrations. Epical employs 400 digital experts across ten locations in Sweden and Finland. Epical is a subsidiary of Enfo Oy and part of the KPY Group.
Salmi Platform offers innovative digital solutions for data-driven management in the tourism and events industry. With Salmi Analytics solutions, the impacts of tourism and events can be analyzed in real-time, systematically and digitally.
DoX Systems offers specialized documentation systems for engineering firms and industrial enterprises. The company excels in DoX CMS, a browser-based platform for creating and managing structured content, ZEA, a modular 3D presentation system for manuals and spare parts, and LinkOne, a comprehensive software solution for large organizations.
SolidComp Oy is a Nordic digitalization company that focuses on realistic 3D modelling of industrial environments. Their digital twin solutions assist industrial businesses in optimizing design processes, reducing costs and downtime, improving workplace safety, optimizing logistics for sustainability and providing a holistic solution for asset management within their facilities. Facilities that have been accurately measured through laser scanning or aerial scanning can be converted into digital copies of existing facilities. Existing 3D models and surveyed facilities can be combined into one immersive and collaborative environment known as the Reality Twin – digital twin.
Auvo Brain Relief is a profoundly relaxing contact therapy treatment method that gives the body and the mind a moment of calm and a chance to relax. The treatment provide an oasis amid long-term, uninterrupted stress. They balance the activity of the autonomic nervous system and support the body’s natural recovery mechanisms.
Saunaco is a family-owned business that specializes in the production and sale of log buildings, saunas and sauna accessories. The company offers a diverse range of products and crafts all of its own-brand wooden items by hand, using high-quality Finnish raw materials from its own planing mill. A highlight of Saunaco’s offerings is the wooden barrel sauna, available in various sizes. The planing mill also allows the company to process wood into planed and customized products, ranging from logs to panels and special moldings. Additionally, Saunaco provides a full suite of services, including structural planning and design, as well as the planning and implementation of terraces, courtyard buildings, and detached houses.
LED Future provides disinfection solutions created with UVC-LED technology which are ecological, energy-efficient, and durable. The company has a profound expertise in UVC-LED disinfection for various environments such as materials, cabinets, vehicles, premises, and even small objects.
