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GigaVaasa

Northern Europe's leading energy technology hub provides excellent conditions for the battery value chain of the future.

We are moving forward quickly because the Vaasa region has stood unanimously behind the battery factory project ever since it was made public.
Tomas Häyry
Mayor of Vaasa

 

Vaasa is committed to developing the world’s most sustainable battery ecosystem. The GigaVaasa project has created a world-class business environment for companies in the battery value chain, providing a unique opportunity to invest in a rapidly growing industry.

 

A strategic location for growth

The GigaVaasa industrial area, dedicated to the battery industry, is unique in the Nordic countries and across Europe. Spanning hundreds of hectares, this unified, industrial area is designated for chemical manufacturing (T/Kem classification). It is strategically located near Finland’s most important raw material reserves for battery production, ensuring efficient supply chains and cost-effective operations.

 

Companies that establish themselves in the GigaVaasa area benefit from affordable, sustainable energy, a highly skilled workforce, and collaboration opportunities with leading energy technology experts within the EnergyVaasa cluster. This ecosystem supports innovation, research, and industrial optimization, making Vaasa a prime destination for forward-thinking businesses.

The GigaVaasa industrial area

  • Location: Between Vaasa Airport and the railway; near highways E3 and E8.
  • Total area: Approximately 1,000 hectares.
  • Industrial chemical plots: 320 hectares in total.
  • Legally approved zoning plans.
  • Infrastructure tailored to your needs:
    • 400 kV  electric grid connection
    • Industrial-scale water infrastructure available
    • District heating
    • Waste heat utilization

Vaasa offers all four means of transport– air, sea, road, and rail – ensuring excellent access and transport connections for companies operating in the GigaVaasa industrial area.

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