Welcome to the Confederation of Finnish Industries (EK)

Confederation of Finnish Industries (EK) is the leading business organization in Finland. Our main task is to create an internationally attractive and competitive business environment for companies operating in Finland.
 
We represent and defend the interests of the Finnish business community – both on the national level, as well as in the EU. We are engaged in dialogue and cooperation in all subjects relevant to our members such as corporate legislation, taxation, trade policy, innovation environment, SME entrepreneurship and climate politics. Furthermore, we are centrally involved in labour markets together with our member associations.
 
EK represents the entire private sector and companies of all sizes:

• 27 member associations 
• 16,000 member companies across all business sectors
• Member companies produce over 70% of Finland’s GDP and
  over 95% of exports
• Member companies employ 950,000 workers

EK’s organization consists of 160 professionals, located in our Helsinki headquarters, four regional offices as well as in Brussels.
 
EK belongs to BUSINESSEUROPE, the European-level association for employers, commerce and industry. We are also active in the OECD and the ILO.
 
Mission: 
EK creates the world’s best business environment for companies.

Vision:
EK is the most competent and influential opinion leader in society.

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