Tampere, known for its innovation potentials, is set to become a global epicenter of the future of non-road mobile machines with the hosting of the Future Mobile Work Machine event on May 28-29, 2024. This event will delve into the future of mobile machinery, addressing key themes such as sustainability and the anticipated industry evolution over the next decade.
Tampere, often termed as Finland’s industrial capital, represents over a century of machinery manufacturing heritage. Known for its vibrant industrial landscape, the city has evolved into one of the dynamic hubs of technological innovation. At the forefront of cutting-edge industries, including AI, smart machines, and clean tech, Tampere embodies a spirit that contributes in shaping the future of technology and innovation.
Tampere incorporates one of Europe’s most significant concentrations of manufacturers of mobile work machines, coupled with substantial expertise in smart machines. The region’s history in machine manufacturing, coupled with industrial artificial intelligence and robust software expertise.
This positions Tampere as one of the hubs for world-class intelligent work machines. Key players include FIMA (Forum for Intelligent Machines), VTT Oy (a technology research center), and DIMECC Oy (an innovation platform).
With over 5,000 data and AI experts, Tampere hosts a world-class Centre of Excellence in AI. The Tampere AI ecosystem, with over 70 private and public sector partners, facilitates groundbreaking research and applications in industrial AI.
Notably, Tampere received the ‘Enabling Technologies’ award at the Barcelona Smart City World Congress, solidifying its global leadership in utilizing AI and IoT technology for sustainable urban development.
Positioned as one of the leaders in smart cleantech technology, Tampere is committed to becoming carbon-neutral by 2030. The city has already achieved an 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
Tampere’s circular economy and cleantech businesses offer innovative solutions, life cycle services, and automation across various industries. The city hosts four Circular Economy clusters, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing among businesses.
Home to one of the world’s top five imaging technology clusters, Tampere’s excellence in imaging derives from high-class signal processing research, education, and Nokia’s rich telecommunications heritage. Global leader Microsoft established a development center in Tampere in 2020.
The thriving business ecosystem, known as Imaging Tampere, stimulates R&D activities related to digital imaging. Imaging technologies find applications in diverse fields such as advanced driver-assistance systems, cybersecurity, mobile communications, digital health solutions, and industrial automation.
Set against the backdrop of the Tampere Hall, the largest congress center in the Nordic region, the Future Mobile Work Machine event will feature distinguished speakers, cutting-edge technology exhibits, and hands-on experiences with state-of-the-art equipment.
With industry representatives like the Sandvik Group actively participating, the event is poised to offer an unparalleled insight into the future of the sector.
Tampere’s prominence in the mobile work machine industry is underscored by its status as home to one of Europe’s most significant concentrations of manufacturers in this sector. Bolstering this expertise is the active involvement of groups like FIMA (Forum for Intelligent Machines), a network fostering collaboration among intelligent machine manufacturers, expert companies, system integrators, and research institutes.
Heini Wallander, Team Leader at Business Tampere’s Industrial Excellence department, expressed enthusiasm for the event, stating, “FMWM 2024 represents a truly fantastic opportunity to meet key individuals responsible for product development and research in significant companies within the mobile work machines industry! Based on previous years’ experiences, we anticipate a high-quality and diverse group of participants.”
The event will revolve around four main topics. Firstly, discussions will center on the industry’s transformation over the next decade. Additionally, speakers will delve into the significance of collaborative foresight and active influencing in the operational environment, along with the growing importance of autonomy and cybersecurity in the workplace.
Sustainability, a pivotal theme, will explore intersections with electrification, decarbonization, and data analytics. The event will also scrutinize how the sector can attract and retain future talent, emphasizing the identification and cultivation of new critical competencies in engineering and academic research.
Beyond informative discussions and panel talks on these themes, the event promises hands-on experiences, including simulations and demos featuring equipment from cluster companies in the exhibition arena.
At the heart of this transformative initiative is SIX (Sustainable Industry X), a Finnish industry-driven endeavor focused on digitizing and promoting sustainable growth in technology. Operating at both strategic and operational levels, SIX equips industries with the tools for implementation, aligning with national-level agendas.
In collaboration with Tamlink, Tampere University, and Business Finland, Business Tampere and SIX underscore the essential role of shared innovation and knowledge as catalysts for the green transition and digitalization.
With an expansive and advanced array of mobile machine companies already part of the initiative, the event aims to showcase Finland’s state-of-the-art technology, positioning the nation as an international leader in mobile work machine technology.
