Finland is dependent on sea traffic, its fluency and competitiveness. 95 percent of exports and imports to Finland are transported by sea. Russia’s war of aggression in Ukraine has further emphasized the importance of sea transport.
Seafaring builds value chains that create the basis for the growth of industry, tourism and other forms of trade. The Finnish shipowners are forerunners of technology and environmental innovations and are actively participating in developing solutions for sustainable shipping.
Shipping industry united in support of IMO as its global regulator and successful implementation of IMO GHG reduction pathway
20. April 2026 - Suomen Varustamot Ry
Maritime cyber security guidelines for shipowners and vessels
20. February 2025 - Finnish Shipowners' Association
Ship Happens: Discover the possibilities of shipping by following our social media campaign!
28. January 2026 - Finnish Shipowners' Association
European Shipowners’ priorities 2024-2029
13. March 2024 - Suomen Varustamot Ry
Press releases
Shipping industry united in support of IMO as its global regulator and successful implementation of IMO GHG reduction pathway
20. April 2026 - Suomen Varustamot Ry
Nordic-Baltic Maritime Forum in Helsinki: Different approaches to tackling the energy transition amidst geopolitical turbulence
27. March 2026 - Suomen Varustamot Ry
Increased international collaboration is critical to ensuring resilience and preparedness in the Baltic Sea
25. March 2026 - Suomen Varustamot Ry
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ESL Shipping and QMill explore quantum computing for complex shipping decisions in the Smart Fleet Optimization project
25. May 2026 - ESL Shipping Ltd
RABN registers MV Jolie under the Finnish flag
25. May 2026 - Rederi Ab Nathalie
World’s largest battery capacity for a RoPax vessel installed at Aurora Botnia
19. February 2026 - Wasaline
More from the shipownersEquality and Non-Discrimination Policy for shipping
The Finnish Shipowners’ Association has published an Equality and Non-Discrimination Policy program to work towards a just, equal and non-discriminatory shipping sector. The program contains goals and a list of fourteen action points, that the Finnish Shipowners’ Association with its member companies are committed to.
All employers have an obligation to actively promote equality and develop genuinely non-discriminatory working conditions and practices. The now publiched policy program provides tools and encourages shipping companies and seafarers to take measures that promote equality and diversity in working life. The aim is to eradicate cases of harassment, discrimination, violence and bullying from the sector.
Read more hereThe Finnish Shipowners' Association participating in Yrityskylä aimed at ninth graders
The Finnish Shipowners’ Association is cooperating with Yrityskylä. In the new learning unit, elementary school ninth-graders get to learn about the operations of the shipowners’ and the maritime industry.
read more hereSeaways create our connection to the world
Finland is a forerunner in maritime in multiple ways and is dependent on sea transport. Watch the video to learn more!
Check out the video here!Upcoming events
16.6.–17.6.2026 |
European Shipowners Board Meeting and General Assembly in HelsinkiThe Finnish Shipowners’ Association will host the board meeting and General Assembly of the European industry organization European Shipowners | ECSA in Helsinki in June. European Shipowners | ECSA is the voice of the European shipping industry. Founded in 1965 as “Comité des Associations d’Armateurs des Communautés Européennes (CAACE)”, ES | ECSA promotes the interests of 21 member associations of the EU and Norway. ES | ECSA strives for a regulatory environment that fosters the international competitiveness of European shipping. |
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25.6.2026 |
The Day of the SeafarerThis year, the Day of the Seafarer campaign will focus on revealing the realities of life at sea, highlighting the hardship, pressure and risks that seafarers can face. It will draw particular attention to the challenges of operating in high-risk and conflict-affected areas, while underscoring the essential role seafarers play in keeping the global economy moving. The campaign will be built around the line: “Carrying world trade. Carrying the risks.” It reflects the fact that seafarers keep global trade moving, while often facing difficult and sometimes dangerous conditions. Their contribution is often out of sight, even though they are central to the movement of goods around the world. The aim is for this year’s Day of the Seafarer to not only recognize seafarers’ contribution but also acknowledge the risks and sacrifices behind it. Read more on the IMO website: https://www.imo.org/en/about/events/pages/day-of-the-seafarer-2026.aspx |
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27.8.2026 |
Baltic Sea DayThe goal of Baltic Sea Day is to enjoy our unique sea and to take concrete actions for its benefit. The day’s purpose is to increase knowledge of the sea’s diverse nature, culture, and history. The day is launched by the John Nurminesen Säätiö. Read more: https://balticseaday.com/https://balticseaday.com/ |
Environmental innovations
Finnish shipowners are forerunners in the field of environmental innovations. New solutions that have been tested and taken into use on Finnish shipowners’ vessels have had international success.
Read moreFinland is a pioneer in digital seafaring and environmental technology
Finland’s maritime cluster knows collaboration, says Tiina Tuurnala, CEO for the Finnish Shipowners’ Association, in the editorial for the Finnish Maritime Cluster Yearbook.
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