Mercosur opens new business opportunities for Finnish companies: Turku to host international growth event
Organised in collaboration with Business Turku, the Turku Chamber of Commerce and the Federation of Finnish Enterprises in Southwest Finland, the December 11 event will explore new market opportunities in South America and the potential for Finnish companies to expand internationally.
TURKU, FINLAND - NOVEMBER 2026. As Finnish companies look for new opportunities beyond European markets, South America is emerging as a region worth exploring. On December 11, Turku will host "Growth from Global Markets: Mercosur - A New Opportunity for Finnish Companies," an event designed to help businesses better understand the region's economic landscape, commercial potential and opportunities for international expansion.
The event, which will feature the participation of Niina Fu - CEO and founder, Niina Fu Consulting- will take place at the Turku Chamber of Commerce and bring together companies and professionals interested in international trade, exports and business development.
Why Mercosur Matters for Finnish Businesses
Mercosur, the South American trade bloc comprising Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay and Bolivia, represents a significant economic market with opportunities across multiple industries.
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The proposed trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur has brought renewed attention to the region, raising questions about its potential impact on European businesses and the opportunities it could create for international trade.
For Finnish companies, exploring these markets could open doors to new customers, commercial partnerships and international growth.
The event will provide an overview of Mercosur as a business environment, examining current developments and their potential implications for Finnish enterprises.
Participants will also have an opportunity to gain insights into new markets and consider practical approaches to expanding their international business activities.
Connecting Finland and South America
The discussion comes at a time when international cooperation and market diversification are increasingly relevant for companies seeking sustainable growth.
For Finnish startups, SMEs and established businesses, understanding South American markets could be an important first step towards identifying potential partners and developing new commercial relationships.
The event is part of the Growth from Global Markets series, which brings together business experts, companies and internationalisation-related topics to encourage new opportunities beyond Finland.
The initiative is supported by Business Turku, the Turku Chamber of Commerce and the Federation of Finnish Enterprises in Southwest Finland (Varsinais-Suomen Yrittäjät), organisations working together to help regional businesses identify international markets and strengthen their global competitiveness.
How to Attend
Companies, entrepreneurs and professionals interested in exports, internationalisation and new market opportunities are invited to learn more about the event.
Event details
- Event: Growth from Global Markets: Mercosur - A New Opportunity for Finnish Companies
- Date: Friday, December 11, 2026
- Time: 9:00-11:00 AM (coffee served from 8:30 AM)
- Venue: Turku Chamber of Commerce
- Address: Puolalankatu 1, 20100 Turku, Finland
- Language: Finnish
Program
- The benefits of the EU-Mercosur trade agreement for Finnish export companies | Jukka Säikkälä, Foreign Trade Regulations Expert, Helsinki Region Chamber of Commerce
- Mercosur in practice - what has over 20 years in Latin America taught you about business? | Niina Fu, CEO and founder, Niina Fu Consulting
- The Mercosur market from the perspective of a Finnish company - experiences, choices and future opportunities | Markus Tenovuo, Sales Director, Finnsusp / Piiloset
The event is open to all interested parties and is free of charge, but requires advance registration via this link: