Uusimaa Region

Helsinki-Uusimaa Region (also called Helsinki Region or Uusimaa Region), is at the heart of northern Europe. It is situated on the south coast of Finland, and is home to around 1.4 million inhabitants, which is more than a quarter of the country’s total population.

Its location on the Baltic Sea, its cultural climate and its green landscapes have made it a growing centre for new European business and politics.

The Helsinki-Uusimaa Region consists of 21 municipalities. The region as a whole is characterized by a strong historical and social identity. The region is being developed as one integrated area.

Helsinki-Uusimaa Region has, during the past two decades, developed into a dynamic knowledge hub and innovation centre. Rich and unpolluted nature combined with a modern infrastructure and high living standards offer excellent opportunities for business development in the region, as well as for recreation and leisure.