Testbed Helsinki

The City of Helsinki is a testbed for new innovations. Companies and RDI actors, do you want to develop and experiment your products or services in an authentic city environment? The key content areas of our testing platform activities are EdTech, Smart Mobility, Built Environment, Circular Economy and Health & Wellbeing.

Test and develop your solution in Helsinki!

Testbed Helsinki supports your development and growth. We offer companies and RDI actors a variety of opportunities to test and develop new products and services in a real urban environment. Read about our current experiments and companies’ experiences, explore our open calls or propose for your own solution for experimenting, and check out our calendar for upcoming interesting events.

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Marketplace for reusable building products opens in Helsinki

A marketplace selling reusable building products has opened in Helsinki, advancing the circular economy in the construction sector.

DfD ecosystem project final seminar: experimenting with intact deconstruction is important

The significance of DfD design (Designed for Disassembly) in future construction should be further emphasized. The DfD concept is based on designing concrete elements to be reusable. DfD promotes both low carbon construction and resource efficiency — and requires a significant shift in mindset within the construction industry. This article has been translated by using AI.

The activities of the Helsinki Circular Economy Cluster are seen as valuable – next steps toward more lasting change

A written survey on the activities of the Helsinki Circular Economy Cluster was conducted at the turn of 2025–2026. The results showed that the cluster is regarded as an important pioneer and support network in the circular economy. In the future, its activities are expected to become even more permanent and impactful. This article was translated by using AI.

The SOLMU project spotlights these innovative companies at Intertraffic Amsterdam

Would you like to know more about the companies in the SOLMU delegation or meet them in March in the major mobility event, Intertraffic Amsterdam? Please get in touch!

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Vibrant mobility services development in Helsinki – SOLMU Showroom opened its doors for companies to test services

The SOLMU Showroom offers innovative companies an opportunity to demonstrate and test services in one of the main transport hubs, the Mall of Tripla in Pasila.

Radical Health Festival Helsinki brings courage and collaboration to the health sector

Radical Health Festival Helsinki will bring together Europe’s health innovation ecosystem on January 19–21, 2026. The event challenges established mindsets and renews the health sector with a radical approach.

A city as a test platform?

Companies and RDI actors can recommend their own solution to the City of Helsinki for testing. We review proposals on a regular basis and aim to respond to them as soon as possible. The proposals are treated with confidentiality.

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Business Helsinki coordinates and implements the city’s development and test platform activities. We closely co-operate with City Divisions and companies and businesses belonging to Helsinki City Group. 

Business Helsinki offers e.g. personalized guidance and access to trainings, workshops, support for launching your business, and access to startup networks.

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