Logistics
Finnish export is highly dependant on maritime transport. Over 90% of Finnish forest industries export is transported by sea.
Finland is situated far from the main markets. Export is challenged by winter conditions requiring usage of ice-strengthened vessels and ice-breakers.
Reliability of delivery and competitiveness of Finnish export requires level playing field in logistics.
News
Articles
Heavy and long vehicles are the solution, not the problem
The Weights and Dimensions Directive is important for Finnish logistics, which rely on heavy and long goods transport.
Articles
European union
Blog posts
Icebreaker investments are a form of sustainable industrial policy
Well-functioning shipping improves the security of supply and the reliability of deliveries while making Finland a more attractive environment for investments.
Blog posts
Logistics
Blog posts
Finland’s accessibility and business transports must be secured with new icebreakers
Finland and Sweden’s oldest icebreakers are at the end of their life cycle, and the countries should move forward together when procuring new icebreakers.
Blog posts
Logistics
Blog posts
Impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on the forest industry - analysis of the current situation
In the Finnish forest industry, the consequences of the invasion include difficulty procuring raw materials and logistical challenges.
Blog posts
Logistics
Wood procurement
