Space to grow by the sea
Find the right location for your business in the Turku region.
Whether you are looking for a waterfront location, a science-driven innovation environment, a large-scale industrial site, a logistics hub or a filming destination, the Turku region offers space to establish and grow.
Explore five distinct investment areas spanning 12 municipalities and find the location that best supports your ambitions.
Twelve municipalities, one connected region
The Turku region is formed by twelve closely connected municipalities, each offering its own strengths, business environments and development opportunities. Together, they create a diverse and highly connected location ecosystem where companies can find the right setting for growth, whether in urban innovation districts, industrial areas, logistics hubs, coastal locations or emerging development zones.
This page introduces five distinct investment areas spanning the region, helping you discover the locations, sites and business environments best suited to your needs: Marine, Deep Tech, Cinema, Heavy Industry, and Logistics Heaven.
Explore the investment areas in the map below to find the best premises, plot, partners or other presence in the region.
Where to locate in the Turku region?
Marine – The Heart of the Maritime Industry
The world’s finest cruise ships are built here
Home to world-leading shipbuilding, marine engineering, and a vast supplier network, the Turku region offers companies access to one of Europe’s strongest maritime ecosystems.
Deep Tech – Universities and Headquarters
Universities at the heart of the region, talent next door
Centered around Turku Science Park, the area offers companies a highly skilled talent pool, short distances between universities and businesses, and opportunities for collaboration with higher education institutions.
Cinema – Films and Experiences
The Turku Archipelago is a globally unique filming location
The region offers a wide range of production-ready locations, from the unique archipelago landscapes and historic settings to modern urban environments. Productions can benefit from experienced local crews, professional equipment providers, and high-quality service companies that support all stages of production.
Competitive regional and national incentives, together with one-stop support from the West Finland Film Commission, make filming in the region easy and efficient.
Heavy Industry – For the Toughest Requirements
The future of heavy industry is built here – with room, power and water
The area offers extensive zoned industrial land, strong port connections, access to skilled labour, district heating and water infrastructure, and plans for a 400-kV electrical substation. Municipalities in the area are business-friendly and support rapid project implementation.
Logistics Heaven – Logistics Hub of the Turku Region
Fast and efficient connections anywhere
Logistics Heaven offers exceptional multimodal connectivity for companies serving both Finnish and international markets. With direct access to major road corridors, nearby ports and airport connections, the area enables efficient supply chains and fast market access.
Our services
Finding the right place and site
We help companies identify suitable industrial, commercial, or innovation‑driven locations in the Turku region.
By working closely with municipalities and property owners, we guide you through available plots, buildings, and development areas to find a site that fits your operational needs.
Providing reliable information
Business Turku offers up‑to‑date guidance on zoning, permitting, logistics connections, utilities, and regional development plans.
This ensures companies can make informed decisions based on both current conditions and future infrastructure investments.
Connecting you with the right stakeholders
We link companies with municipalities, landowners, infrastructure operators, energy providers, universities, and other key partners.
This helps secure the expertise and decision‑making needed to advance projects smoothly from the start.
Supporting projects on multiple fronts
Business Turku works alongside companies throughout the establishment process, from technical site assessments to regulatory pathways and ecosystem integration.
Our goal is to create favourable conditions for companies to establish, grow, and operate efficiently in the region.
How to get started in Turku
1. Contact us
Reach out to Business Turku.
We set up an initial discussion.
2. Get-to-know meeting
We explore your needs and plans together.
You gain a clear understanding of what the Turku region can offer for your business.
3. Visit and connect with the ecosystem
We welcome you to Turku and introduce you to key partners.
You meet relevant companies, researchers and other actors for easy collaboration.
4. Establish and grow in Turku
We support you in setting up your activities in the region and remain your long-term partner.
You receive guidance on locations, partners, funding and practical next steps.
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Business Turku helps you find the right location for your business in the Turku region, free of charge!
With a dedicated contact person guiding you from first discussion to long‑term development, you’ll always have a knowledgeable partner by your side. Get in touch and let’s explore how Business Turku and the Turku region can support your next steps.
