HQ Function

Serves as the central nexus for VTT's strategic leadership, administrative functions, and the coordination of its extensive multidisciplinary research and development activities.

Notable Features:

Features state-of-the-art laboratories, advanced research facilities, pilot plants, and collaborative workspaces designed to foster innovation. Its location in Otaniemi provides close proximity to Aalto University, startups, and other tech companies, promoting a rich R&D ecosystem.

Work Culture:

VTT fosters an impact-driven, collaborative, and innovative work culture. It emphasizes multidisciplinary teamwork, continuous learning, and tackling complex challenges with scientific excellence and practical application. Employees are encouraged to be curious and bold in pursuing new frontiers of science and technology.

HQ Significance:

The Espoo headquarters is crucial for VTT's role as a national and international leader in applied research, driving Finland's technological competitiveness and connecting Finnish innovation with global markets and scientific communities.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters' advanced infrastructure, collaborative environment, and focus on impactful research reflect VTT's core values: Impact, Partnership, Foresight, and Passion for innovation.

Location:

While its physical research sites are primarily in Finland, VTT operates with a global mindset and impact. It actively participates in international research collaborations, notably within EU framework programs like Horizon Europe, and serves a diverse global clientele. VTT's research addresses worldwide challenges in areas such as climate action, resource sufficiency, industrial renewal, and health. The organization supports global innovation ecosystems through its expertise, by licensing technologies, and by fostering international partnerships with companies and research institutions worldwide.

Street Address:

Vuorimiehentie 3

City:

Espoo

State/Province:

Uusimaa

Country:

Finland