Area capabilities
Kokkola Industrial Park offers an exceptionally ready and efficient operating environment for companies looking to establish themselves. Several service companies operate in the area, providing a comprehensive range of utilities and services. Everything an industrial operator needs is already in place at KIP – safely, cost-effectively, and flexibly.
Utilities
KIP provides immediate access to a wide range of industrial utilities, such as:
- Seawater, surface water, drinking water, and deionized water
- Ammonia, argon, oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen
- Steam, lime, district heating, compressed air
- Heavy fuel oil, sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid
- Secured electricity supply
The availability and distribution of utilities are designed to support demanding industrial production.
Infrastructure
The KIP area is equipped with:
- Industrially zoned land plots
- Versatile facilities
- Pipe bridges and sewer networks
- Fiber connections and telecommunications infrastructure
- Direct railway access to the area
- On-site fire brigade and security services
This infrastructure enables safe and efficient operations from day one.
Logistics
KIP’s location offers excellent logistics:
- Direct access to highways and the main railway network
- Rail connection extends across Europe to the Chinese border
- Kokkola-Pietarsaari Airport just 15 minutes away, with direct flights to Helsinki
- Kokkola Port located in immediate proximity
- Port features a 14-meter deep channel, an all-weather terminal (AWT), and regular container traffic to Europe
Services
KIP provides comprehensive services for companies establishing operations:
- Land plots and facilities
- Industrial utilities and technical support
- Safety and environmental services
- Training services and workforce availability
- Maintenance, transport, and logistics services
- Collaboration network for statutory obligations
All services can be tailored to meet the company’s specific needs.
Safety and Environment
One of KIP’s strengths is close cooperation between companies on safety and environmental matters. This collaboration includes:
- Access control and security
- Fire and rescue services
- Environmental monitoring and tracking systems
- Easy and cost-effective integration into existing systems
This cooperation supports both existing and new companies in the area.
Expertise
Kokkola offers diverse expertise and education:
- Professionals in chemical engineering and process industry
- Experts in logistics, IT, and commerce
- Education pathways from vocational level to doctoral level
- Flexible and rapid response to workforce training needs
- Close RDI collaboration with local educational institutions and research organizations
25% of the area’s employees hold a higher education degree – expertise is strong and committed.
Jarkko Peuhkuri
KIP Service
010 505 9520
jarkko.peuhkuri@kipservice.fi
