NORDICUM 3/2010 features an in-depth interview of the Permanent State Secretary Raimo Sailas who delivers a thought-provoking ”state-of-the-nation” review. In addition, Marco Mäkinen talks nation-branding, Pekka Timonen discusses WDC2012 honours and Risto E.J. Penttilä looks East for the future of welfare state. MARITIME & OFFSHORE SPECIAL REPORT surveys the industry with a keen eye – the show-stopper at this ball is, of course, the magnificent Allure of the Seas. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
In NORDICUM 2/2010, the Finnish forest industry wants to go radical − and Christine Hagström-Näsi, CEO of Forestcluster Ltd, tells us exactly how it’s done. In our Energy & PulPaper Special Report, we find that these two seemingly separate industries are getting closer by the day. Also, the world is getting smaller: China has been the main export market for Finnish paper machines for quite some time and NORDICUM celebrates this with our first ever Chinese language supplement. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
NORDICUM 1/2010 brings you an in-depth interview with Mikael Aro, the new CEO of VR Group , who discusses the recent troubles on the rails. We also sat down with Director Pentti Hakkarainen from the Bank of Finland for an autopsy of the current recession. Our TRANSPORTATION SPECIAL REPORT surveys the changing landscape of logistics – offering, among other things, an intriguing look at the green redemption of the Finnish automotive industry. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
In NORDICUM 6/09, we talk to Simon Anholt, the father of nation branding, and find out why he feels that Finland is “the closest thing to a perfectly functioning society which humanity can offer”. Also, in a rare joint interview, the Mayors of Helsinki, Espoo and Vantaa talk Metropolitan strategy. Our REAL ESTATE SPECIAL REPORT digs deep into the inner workings of the industry, showcasing the most intriguing projects of the coming decade. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
Финляндия – каким домом она является для международных предприятий? Директор-распорядитель компании «Invest in Finland» Туомо Айраксинен рассказывает, почему именно российским предприятиям стоило бы побывать в Финляндии для ознакомления с возможностями в соседней стране. На уровне городов Санкт-Петербург и Хельсинки уже нашли друг друга отрадно хорошо и вместе намечают далеко идущие стратегии – ускорителем роста выступает скоростная железнодорожная связь, которая стартует в будущем году. Международное сотрудничество налаживается и в Сочи, куда на олимпийское строительство отправляется целая компания высококлассных финских специалистов. И еще мы познакомимся с золотой лихорадкой, взволновавшей Лапландию. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
In this issue of NORDICUM, we talk about helping promising start-up companies with Risto Siilasmaa, the founder of F-Secure and a leading business angel. NORDICUM also continues to analyse the past, present and future of the financial crisis - this time around we hear the views of Hans Dalborg, Chairman of the Board for Nordea. In our Shipping & Cruise Special Report, we take a look at the shipyards and ports that are redefining the marine industry. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
NORDICUM sat down with Jyrki Katainen, the youngest finance minister in the EU – and also the best, according to Financial Times. Katainen discusses the economic crisis at length in our three-page interview. In addition, the PulPaper & Energy Special Report takes a look at exciting innovations rising from these sectors. Under the Biorefinery Concept, forests can be utilised much more effectively than is the case presently. Ali Harlin, Head of VTT’s Industrial Materials, shows us a glimpse of the green future. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
In this issue, we interview the European Chemical Agency Executive Director Geert Dancet and look at the challenging start-up of ECHA. NORDICUM also sat down with Nokian Tyres CEO & President Kim Gran who told us why the Russians have fallen in love with the company’s winter tyres. In the LOGISTICS & TRANSPORTATION SPECIAL REPORT, we survey, among other things, the impact of information technology on the sector. In addition, a new article series, SELLING FINLAND, premieres in this magazine. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
In this 15th Anniversary Issue, NORDICUM talks to “innovation sherpa” John Kao who explains why Finland will be one of the winners in the global game. In our REAL ESTATE SPECIAL REPORT, we look at the issues in the core of city branding and showcase the most interesting new urban development projects in the Greater Helsinki Metropolitan Area - and beyond. Furthermore, the new Helsinki Deputy Mayor Hannu Penttilä lays down his metropolitan strategies. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
NORDICUM 4-5 interviews the man who is the guardian of the best-loved brand in the land: Karsten Slotte, President of Fazer Group, discusses the sweet secrets of success. Also in this fall double issue, one of the best headhunters in the world, Pasi Koivusaari from Boyden talks about the global race to secure the best talent. In our SHIPPING & CRUISE SPECIAL REPORT, we take a look at the construction of the Oasis of the Seas, the biggest cruise ship on the planet. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
NORDICUM 3 interviews Technopolis Ventures CEO Will Cardwell who talks about the potential of Finnish start-ups. Up-and-coming nanotechnology companies are discussed at length in our first ever Nanotechnology Special Report. In addition to nanotech, we provide an update on biotechnology. Furthermore, this spring issue takes a look at pressing issues surrounding energy and environment - and also our columnist, former Prime Minister Paavo Lipponen offers his two cents on the matter. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
NORDICUM 2/2008 takes an in-depth look at the present challenges and the future of Finnish forest sector. We cover some of the most intriguing new solutions in the field, including the biorefinery concept. Our man on the cover is MEP Alexander Stubb who discusses the perils of protectionism – and what measures the EU should now take in pursuing an Internal Market that works. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
The theme of Nordicum 1/2008 is Transport & Logistics. In this issue, Iiro Lehtonen, the new Managing Director of Finnish Transport and Logistics SKAL, offers his views on why Finland has a shot to become a global pioneer in the field of logistics. We also showcase exciting innovations from the sector, ranging from smart cars to fleet management and satellite navigation systems. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
NORDICUM 6/2007 rounds up the year with style. Our man in the cover is Richard Florida who offers his views on what the Nordic countries must do in order to lure in the top talent of the Creative Class. With focus on real estate, we showcase some of the most innovative cities and development projects in Finland.
Another strong theme in this issue is food. NORDICUM explores the past, present and future of Finnish food culture and sits down with HK-Scan CEO Kai Seikku. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
In Nordicum 4-5/2007, the focus is on Cruise & Shipping. New Aker Yards CEO Yrjö Julin discusses his plans for the shipbuilding giant and we take a look at the newest additions to the armada. In addition, we get acquainted with the successful Cruise Baltic Project which has played a key role in making the Baltic Sea the fastest growing cruise market in the world.
In this issue, former Prime Minister Paavo Lipponen writes about the 'climate hype' and wonders in his column whether the leaders of EU know what they are doing. The digital future of Europe is under scrutiny as well - we offer some insights into the European Business Leaders Convention 2007, held in Helsinki during the summer.
For contrast, Nordicum made the trip to Moominworld to find out just what it is that makes these huggable creatures so special. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
While making Nordicum issue 3/2007, we had the opportunity to sit down with the world-famous molecular geneticist Academy Professor Leena Peltonen-Palotie for an in-depth interview. Professor Peltonen is concerned that Finland may lose a golden opportunity to become a global genome research powerhouse, if the powers-that-be keep stalling. The topic relates to the Biotechnology Special Report which can also be found in this magazine. Furthermore, Nordicum takes a look at the emerging Play Tech sector and evaluates the business potential of the virtual worlds and social media. In addition, there is an article on VTT’s venture to raise an unprecedented eco-city in China. And last but certainly not the least, EVA Director Risto E.J. Penttilä makes his debut as a Nordicum columnist; Penttilä’s column offers some sharp insights into the statue dispute between Russia and Estonia. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
Nordicum issue 2/2007 presents Finland’s ambitious forest cluster 2030 vision. We also take a look at Russia’s complicated investment issues. In our interview Professor Liuhto states that while some industrial sectors are worth investing, others such as energy are less secure from the point of view of foreign investors. Nordicum 2/2007 also reports on the travel scene in Finland and the Baltic countries. According to the Lonely Planet Blue list, these destinations are on the rise in global tourism.
In the pulp and paper special report we cover some of the big projects, for example the Fray Bentos pulp mill in Uruguay and Huaihua in Hunan province, China. Finland’s largest project, UPM’s Kymi recovery plant construction, is also included. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
Nordicum 1/2007 takes a look at Finland’s biggest cash deal ever, when the Sampo Group sold its banking operations to Denmark’s Danske Bank in November 2006. The question remains as to what Sampo Group will do with the proceeds – more than EUR 4 billion.
Nordicum also introduces some aspects of leadership training like executive coaching and situational leadership.
Nordicum 1/2007 is a special transport and logistics issue, so ports, forwarders, rail, road and shipping companies are covered. Finland and Sweden both have expertise in lifting solutions and manufacturing equipment, so companies in these fields are also introduced. Further, Nordicum has a traditional survey of north German ports and shipping companies operating in the region. Russian transit trade has expanded strongly, so this issue is included in our transportation and logistics special report too. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
For Nordicum 6 2006 we interviewed Helsinki’s Lord Mayor Jussi Paajanen. He says that Helsinki is aiming to maintain and develop its position as one of the most innovative and competitive metropolises in Europe. We also introduce Stockholm’s city centre property development projects.
In our business and incentive travel section we take a look at Finnish Lapland, which is getting more and more international travel destination. Lapland’s ski resorts and other travel operators have started several large investment programmes.
Nordicum 6/2006 includes real estate & architecture special report. We introduce for example airport city Aviapolis, which is one of the most dynamic developments in the whole Helsinki region. Helsinki’s neighbour city Espoo will get a metro line. This also means that Finland’s leading innovation and technology cluster of Keilaniemi-Otaniemi-Tapiola will have more effective traffic connections to the Helsinki city centre. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
Nordicum 4-5 2006 focuses on the shipping and cruise ship industries. We report on some of the best travel destinations in the Baltic Sea region. Helsinki, Turku and Copenhagen are in focus this time.
Nordicum also introduces the dynamic Finnish shipbuilding and ship design industry – which is particularly strong in the south-west of the
country.
In Nordicum interviews enlargement commissioner Olli Rehn explains why the Black sea region – Turkey, Bulgaria and Rumania – face bigger challenges on their journey to EU membership than countries in the previous EU enlargement of 2004 did. Also in issue 4-5 we introduce German shipping companies, port operators and seaports. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
Words like responsibility, reputation and corporate citizenship are more than just phrases. Nordicum takes a look at these intangible assets and analyses how reputation is formed. For example, Ericsson’s Carl-Henric Svanberg and Nokia’s ex-CEO Jorma Ollila have ranked well even in international comparisons.
Nordicum 3 also analyses the success of Finnish and Swedish music exports and introduces the pearl of Finnish travel industry, the charming town of Porvoo. In our Energy & Environmental Special Report Olkiluoto nuclear power project as well as diesel and bio diesel projects of Neste Oil are introduced. Nordicum also tells how quality and reliability of electricity network has been improved in Finland. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
For Nordicum issue 2 2006 we interviewed the director of Nokia’s multimedia unit, Anssi Vanjoki. He says that Finland will be among the countries where the importance of the pocket-sized “mobile multimedia computer”, previously called the smart phone or 3G phone, is understood. Dan Steinbock shares thoughts on the global 3G situation.
This issue also has an article with investment tips, and we list the Nordic Top 200 companies by market value.
In our biotechnology special report we introduce the Finnish life science sector, which is developing at a steady pace. However, expertise in utilizing venture capital and managerial skills is still needed. This is how Dr Ilkka Kouvonen, one of the foremost specialists in the Finnish life sciences sector, foresees the situation in Finland. In our food industry report we introduce hygiene and automation solutions. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
Nordicum 1 2006 focuses on transportation and logistics. The aviation industry has been in turmoil since 2000. Most airlines are still facing financial difficulties – also in the Nordic countries. One of the few successful ones is Finnair. Nordicum interviews Finnair’s new CEO Jukka Hienonen – he does not deny that Finnair will also face restructuring in the near future.
Nordicum also reports on the successful expansion of the Icelandic aviation and maritime sectors, yet we take a critical look at the poor profitability of the airline industry in general.
In our business culture article, we analyse differences between Finns and Swedes.
The transportation and logistics special report provides valuable information about maritime safety, Finnish and German shipping and ports, as well as about warehousing and transit trade to Russia through Finland. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
Rautaruukki – which uses the marketing name Ruukki – has announced it is shifting from being a reliable steel producer to a metal solutions provider. The new strategy is steered by CEO Sakari Tamminen (on the cover). Fraudsters have found their way also to the Nordic market. Nordicum takes a look at basic financial frauds in order to help how to avoid those.
Nordicum 5/2005 contains a special pulp & paper report. Our focus here is cost-effectiveness. Many Nordic companies have shown innovative attitude in finding ways to find more cost-effective, more durable and more environmental-friendly solutions in paper-making. We introduce companies that have been successful in finding new methods and techniques in order to improve the overall performance in pulp and paper mills. We also introduce one the world’s most modern paper mills in the world, UPM Changshu. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
The Baltic countries and the USA have good relations. Proof of this was the visit by President George Bush to the Latvian capital Riga in May 2005.
Nordicum was present when Bush praised the Baltic dynamism and democracy but criticized authoritarian Belarus.
Nordicum also visited World EXPO 2005 in Aichi, Japan, where the Nordics have a joint pavilion. The Nordic pavilion is one of the best country pavilions at EXPO. The main theme of EXPO is "Nature's wisdom".
Nordicum 3/2005 also includes the Energy & Environment Special Report, which concentrates on opportunities of nuclear power generation in Finland and Sweden. Both countries produce a big share of their electricity from nuclear power. Finland is also building a new reactor in Olkiluoto. Another mega project in the energy field is diesel refinery, constructed by Neste Oil in Porvoo, 40 kilometres from Helsinki. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
In Nordicum issue 2/2005 we interview Karin Forseke, CEO of Carnegie investment bank. Nordicum 2 has further articles on investing and we introduce the top 200 Nordic companies. Franchising is becoming an increasingly important model for doing business, and Nordicum reports on the latest worldwide trends. Promising Nordic franchising chains are also analyzed.
Life sciences are a varied and strong industry in the Nordic countries. Nordicum takes a look at the Turku, Helsinki and Gothenburg life science environments. Finland has great expertise in functional foods, and the magazine reports on top companies. The Finnish grain strategy, with its good results based on healthy rye and oats in promoting health, is also explained. ■ Read now ■ Table of contents
Most of the Nordicum issues specialise in one or more particular industries. Below are listed recently published special reports:
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