Masinatööstuse Liit koostöös Ettevõtluse ja Innovatsiooni Sihtasutusega korraldab 13-15 oktoobril äridelegatsiooni Lappeenranta piirkonda, kus külastatakse kohalikke tööstuse tipptegijaid ning ülikooli. Samuti toimub 14. oktoobi õhtul võrgustumisüritus kohalikke ettevõtjatega.
Meie poolt on buss, osalevad ettevõtted katavad oma majutuse ja reisikulud.
Osalemisest huvitatud ettevõtetel palume ühendust võtta Gustav Kotkasega – gustav.kotkas@emliit.ee
Esialgne programm:
Programm 13-15.10.2025
13.10
kell 16.30-18.30 Tallink laev Tallinn-Helsinki
Buss võtab delegatsiooni peale Helsingi sadamast, kust sõidame Lappeenranta.
14.10
(8.30 buss võtab delegatsiooni peale hotellist)
09:00 – 10:30 Company visit Valmet
11:00 – 12:30 Company Visit ABB or HT Laser Oy
12:30 – 13:30 Lunch at Kehruuhuone, Lappeenranta
14:00 – 17:00 seminar ja networking /Industry Insights & Innovation at LUT University.
At the seminar we will explore the region’s RDI capabilities and latest advances in automation, IoT, robotics, and artificial intelligence. This session offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from researchers and experts whose work is shaping the future of resilient and efficient industrial operations.
Agenda
14:00 – 14:10 Welcome & Opening Remarks
14:10 – 14:40 Market Outlook: Developments and Opportunities in Estonia
Association of Estonian Engineering Industry, Andri Haran, CEO/
14:40 – 15:00 Case Study: Robotics and Automation in Practice
15:00 – 15:50 Latest Advances from LUT University: IoT, Automation, Robotics & AI
– Heikki Handroos /Professor of Mechanical Engineering & Head of the Laboratory of Intelligent Machines LUT School of Energy Systems
Prof. Handroos is a distinguished expert with decades of experience in mechatronics, robotics, and simulation technologies.
– Pedro H. J. Nardelli/ Professor in IoT and Electrical Engineering LUT University
Prof. Nardelli’s interdisciplinary work connects digitalization, energy systems, and cyber-physical infrastructures. With a strong international research background, he develops models and tools that improve the resilience and intelligence of industrial operations through data, IoT, and AI technologies.
– Tuomas Skriko /Head of the Welding Technology Unit LUT University
Mr. Skriko leads research in welding and additive manufacturing, with expertise in robotics-assisted processes and materials joining. His unit acts as a key interface between research and practice, supporting the metal industry with solutions for improved productivity and quality in production.
– Humberto Almeida /Tenure Track Assistant Professor, Composite Materials and Solid Mechanics LUT University
Dr. Almeida’s research focuses on sustainable and high-performance composite materials. His work supports advanced structural design and materials engineering in sectors requiring lightweight and durable solutions, such as mechanical engineering and transport.
15:50 – 16:00 Q&A and Reflections
16:00 – 17:30 Networking Drinks & Matchmaking, Estonian company presentations
Meet researchers, companies, and tech providers from South Karelia and beyond.
18:00 Optional Dinner & Informal Networking
15.10
(Buss võtab hotellist juurest delegatsiooni peale kell 8.30)
9.00 – 11.00 Company Visit Metso
11.30 – 12.30 Lunch in Lappeenranta
12.30 – 14.00 Visit to the City of Lappeenranta. Location: Lappeenranta City Hall
Discussions on industrial development zones, support services, and business climate in the region.
14.00-15.30 Vaba aeg
15.30 sõit Helsingisse
19.30 laev: Tallink, Helsinki-Tallinn