Finland recognizes that next-generation connectivity will play a vital role in driving economic growth through digitalization and sustainability and invites public and private stakeholders from around the world to join the research coalition in the field of 6G development. We are calling on you to cooperate.
Finland has been at the forefront of wireless mobile technology for decades, ever since Nokia launched its first mobile phone in 1982. Building on this expertise and the power of multidisciplinary collaboration, Finland has recently laid the foundations for significant 6G developments and positioned itself as a world leader. A center of pioneering research.
The world’s first large-scale 6G research program, 6G Flagshipwas founded in Finland in 2018. Finland is also leading two of his flagship 6G projects in Europe. HexaX and its successors HexaX-II – Nokia is a project leader in both and also plays a key role in other EU 6G studies.
In May 2023, Finland signed a joint statement on cooperation in advanced wireless communications with the United States and is actively building new international partnerships with other 6G stakeholders.
Currently, a Finnish research team is working on a project to create essential 6G technical components, tools and equipment to build a 6G test network and develop selected vertical applications for 6G to accelerate the digitalization of society. We are working on this.
Within the National Innovation Funding Program 6G bridge, Finland is inviting international system integrators and end users to partner with Finnish 6G companies and researchers to explore opportunities in 6G technology.by Finland aims to support research through funding programs, attract international investment, strengthen key 5G/6G capabilities, and foster 6G testing and experimental facilities.
Pekka RantalaUnderscoring the imperative of this initiative, Business Finland’s 6G Bridge Program Director said: “As digital transformation accelerates, cross-border cooperation is essential to unlocking the full potential of 6G technology. We are making good progress, but to be successful we need to: International cooperation. We invite research institutes and system integrators to collaborate with Finland’s vibrant ecosystem to share knowledge, share resources and drive innovation that benefits societies around the world. ”
Finland 6G overview
6G bridge – A national program focused on 6G Advanced and 6G, funded by Business Finland. The implementation period will be from 2022 to 2026 and will be funded with state funding of 130 euros. www.businessfinland.fi/en/6gbridge
6G Finland – An active coalition of Finnish 6G research and development organizations. Nokia Bell Laboratories. www.6gfinland.fi/
6G Flagship – 6G flagship research program funded by the Finnish Research Council for 2018-2026 with EUR 300. www.6gflagship.com
Finland joins Mobile World Congress 2024
Finland will host a country pavilion at Mobile World Congress 2024, with the participation of three 6G research institutes: Aalto University, Oulu University and VTT (Technical Research Center of Finland), as well as 20 SMEs. The country will highlight some of the use cases and solutions developed by its partners, including smart cities, self-driving cars, telemedicine and industrial metaverses. These are some of the examples of how 6G technology can transform the world and create new value for business and society.
The full list of Finnish Country Pavilion participants is as follows: Aavamobile Pepperl+Fuchs), Convergentia, Creanord, Cumucore, Efore Telecom, Enhancell, Fusionlayer, Hamina Wireless, Infiniteq Systems, Lastbot, Mentura Group, Netradar, Noccela, Orbis Systems, Radiopark, SeeTrue Technologies, Treon, Verkotan, Visidon, Wirepas, Aalto University, University of Oulu, VTT, Business Oulu, Business Finland.
Business Finland welcomes international media to the networking event “6G Meets Happiness” to be held on Tuesday 27th February from 15:00 to 17:00 in the Finland Country Pavilion in Hall 5 (stand 5J45) . Opening remarks by the Finnish Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Lannes followed by the keynote speech Mr. Hari Holma Nokia/Nokia Bell Labs and Mr. Kalyan Kumar From HCL Software/HCL Technology.
Finland Country Pavilion: Location: Hall 5 (Stand 5J45)
Further information
Pekka Rantala, 6G Bridge Program Director, Business Finland, +358 40 503 8808, pekka.rantala@businessfinland.fi
Media inquiries
Lotta Hanski, Head of Global Event Marketing, Business Finland, +358 44 976 9852, lotta.hanski@businessfinland.fi
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MWC 2024 “Connect with Finland” exhibition brochure (PDF)
6G meets happiness at MWC – February 27th Networking Event (PDF)
About Business Finland
Business Finland is a Finnish government agency that aims to finance innovation, promote trade, travel and investment. Business Finland’s more than 760 professionals work in more than 40 of his offices around the world and 16 regional offices within Finland. Business Finland is part of the Team Finland network. www.businessfinland.com
