Subcontracting Fair opens its doors – domestic industrial sector seeks productivity through AI
Press release 01.10.2024
The highly anticipated industrial trade fair, Subcontracting, opened its doors today in Tampere. Alihankinta is the largest industrial event in the Nordic countries, featuring over a thousand exhibitors. The timely theme “Productivity through AI” will be discussed throughout the three-day event.
The opening ceremony of the Subcontracting Fair included speeches from Heikki Hallila, Business Director of the main partner Fastems, and a greetings from the Minister of Labor, Arto Satonen and Lassi Noponen, Director General of Business Finland. The 2024 Main Contractor and Subcontractor of the Year were also awarded during the opening.
The Subcontracting Fair continues at the Tampere Exhibition and Sports Centre until Thursday. The event is free for registered fair visitors.
Framery Oy named Main Contractor of the Year – Brione Oy wins Subcontractor of the Year
The Finnish Association of Purchasing and Logistics (LOGY ry) presented the 2024 Main Contractor and Subcontractor of the Year awards at the Subcontracting opening ceremony. The Main Contractor of the Year is Framery Oy, a company specializing in the design and manufacturing of soundproof phone booths and workspaces. Framery, which started in Tampere, was described as having rapidly evolved from a startup to an international success story, establishing itself as a global market leader in its field. The award committee’s decision was influenced by Framery’s innovativeness, strong economic growth and profitability, as well as its responsible approach that considers both employee well-being and environmental aspects.
The Subcontractor of the Year recognition was awarded to Brione Oy, an industrial contract manufacturer specializing in sheet metal parts and light metal structures. Based in Porvoo, Brione offers its customers all services from product design to delivery. The award citation described Brione as an innovative and bold industry pioneer that invests in the latest technology, product development, and quality. According to the award committee, economic profitability, delivery reliability, and high customer satisfaction demonstrate that things have been done right. The committee also appreciated Brione’s exemplary consideration of sustainability and sustainable development in its decision-making.
“LOGY ry’s goal is to promote the competitiveness of Finnish manufacturing industry through networking. The Main Contractor and Subcontractor of the Year recognitions reward companies that have acted exemplarily, demonstrating exceptional expertise, innovation, and responsibility in supporting supply chain success,” summarizes Janne Lehtimäki, Chairman of the Subcontracting award committee.
AI widely featured in the fair program
Artificial intelligence and digital solutions are visible at Subcontracting through an extensive program and a diverse range of exhibitors. The possibilities of AI in industry are particularly intertwined with increasing productivity, and from the opening of Subcontracting, it was reminded that there are already plenty of ways to improve quality, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.
Interesting programs are scheduled for each day of the fair. In Wednesday’s keynote speech, futurist and non-fiction author Perttu Pölönen reminds that keeping up with development requires continuous renewal. On Wednesday, Subcontracting will also host the opening seminar of the Finnish manufacturing industry ecosystem. On Thursday, a look at next year’s theme will be provided when change leader Ville Availa’s keynote speech considers what a sustainable industrial company of the future looks like. Future makers will be discussed in the closing day’s theme discussion, which will consider what kind of cooperation industry actors and educational institutions should engage in in the future.
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For more information about Subcontracting
Sami Siurola
Project Manager
tel. +358 40 734 3589
sami.siurola@tampereenmessut.fi
Katri Sillanpää
Marketing and Communications Manager
tel. +358 44 051 2595
katri.sillanpaa@tampereenmessut.fi
Anu Nieminen
Marketing and Communications Planner
tel +358 40 646 1933
anu.nieminen@tampereenmessut.fi
For more information about the awards:
Janne Lehtimäki
Chairman of the Subcontracting award committee
tel +358 40 557 8363
janne.lehtimaki@leafhill.fi