Northern Partnerships for Growth
- 03/09/2024
- 3:00 pm
- Oulu City Theatre (Oulun Teatteri)
Over the course of two days, this event will focus on discussions surrounding energy, security, and the impact of cross-border business development, innovation, and investment partnerships on regional integration and economic growth.
The event aims to strengthen cooperation among northern regions, providing a platform for sharing insights and exploring new opportunities for collaboration.
Program
Anu Fredrikson
Executive Director, Arctic Frontiers
The panel will focus on policy, examining challenges and opportunities in cross-border cooperation among Norway, Sweden, and Finland at both national and regional levels concerning green energy development, energy infrastructure, societal resilience, and security.
Confirmed Speakers
Maria Varteressian
State Secretary at the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Harri Martikainen
Director General of the Government Strategy Department at the Prime Minister’s Office
Moderator
Anu Fredrikson
Executive Director, Arctic Frontiers
The second session will focus on national, regional, and local frameworks and conditions/enablers for successful bThe second session will focus on national, regional, and local frameworks and conditions/enablers for successful business development across borders. What are the challenges in cross-border planning and implementing solutions for the Green Transition? How can we ensure resilient societal development, and do we have the necessary structures in place?
Confirmed SPeakers
Moderator
Anu Fredrikson
Executive Director, Arctic Frontiers
To summarize the day’s discussions, we invite policymakers back on the stage to comment on the challenges and possible recommendations discussed throughout the day.
Confirmed Speakers
Maria Varteressian
State Secretary at the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Harri Martikainen
Director General of the Government Strategy Department at the Prime Minister’s Office
Moderator
Anu Fredrikson
Executive Director, Arctic Frontiers
Anu Fredrikson
Executive Director, Arctic Frontiers
Keynote Presentation from Business Index North followed by a Q&A session.
Confirmed Speakers
Dr. Alexandra Middleton
Assistant Professor, Department of Economics, Accounting and Finance
Oulu Business School
Andrey Mineev
Researcher, High North Center for Business, Nord University Business School
This session will focus on hydrogen as one solution in the green energy mix. It will cover investments in hydrogen production and infrastructure, particularly in harbors, storage, and usage of hydrogen. What opportunities exist for businesses in the region? How can cross-border cooperation contribute to this development?
Confirmed Speakers
Marko Mykkänen
CEO, Port of Oulu
Petri Luoma
Project Director Finland, Norwegian Hydrogen
Petter Bertheussen
Regional Manager, Green H
Mox Murugan
Business Development Director, Nordion Energi
Moderator
Mads Frederiksen
Executive Director, Arctic Economic Council (AEC)
This session will focus on security, connectivity, and safe critical infrastructure, which are essential for societal resilience in the region. The panel discussion will explore how to facilitate and strengthen cooperation among R&D, the defense sector, and local communities.
Confirmed Speakers
Lotta Finstorp
Governor, Norrbotten County
Hannu Nikurautio
Research Director, University of Oulu
Moderator
Markku Korkiakoski
CEO, Silverskin Information Security Oy
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