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Estonian and Finnish ITS Delegations Embark on Business Mission to the UK

Press release 3.3.2025

Estonian and Finnish ITS Delegations Embark on Business Mission to the UK

London & Manchester, 3–6 March 2025

ITS Estonia and ITS Finland are proud to announce a joint business delegation visit to the UK, aimed at strengthening collaboration in the intelligent transport sector. The mission, taking place from 3rd to 6th March 2025, will bring together key stakeholders from Estonia, Finland, and the UK to explore opportunities for innovation, partnerships, and business expansion in intelligent transport systems (ITS).

A Strategic Visit Connecting Innovators.

The delegation will participate in high-level industry events, targeted meetings, and networking receptions across London and Manchester. Key highlights include:

  • UK-Specific Pitch Training (3 March, London) – A tailored session by Ashley Ward at the Estonian Ambassador’s residence to help participants refine their market entry strategies for the UK.
  • Participation in Interchange 25 & ITS UK Conference (4–5 March, Manchester) – The delegation will attend one of the UK’s leading ITS events, featuring discussions on integrated transport networks, digitalization, and sustainable mobility solutions. A key panel discussion, “Going Global: How Can We Boost the Uptake of ITS Across the World?”, will feature Finnish and Estonian experts sharing insights on accelerating ITS adoption.
  • Exclusive Networking Opportunities – Including a joint reception hosted by the Estonian and Finnish Ambassadors in London and a dedicated breakfast session with ITS UK, ITS Estonia, and ITS Finland members.
  • Strategic Meetings & Site Visits (6 March, London) – The delegation will engage with UK transport authorities, smart mobility innovators, and government representatives to explore new cooperation opportunities.

ITS Finland’s CEO, Marko Forsblom… “As we embark on this business mission, we are pleased to see that the UK’s vision for the future of transport and mobility aligns closely with recent developments in the Nordic and Baltic regions. Sustainability and digitalization are key drivers in shaping innovative and efficient mobility solutions in both markets. This Finnish-Estonian visit to the UK provides a valuable opportunity to explore these solutions in practice and identify potential areas for collaboration. We believe that Finnish and Estonian companies have the expertise to complement the needs of the UK’s transport and mobility sector, and we look forward to strengthening partnerships through our close cooperation with ITS UK.”

Lili Kuusk, who leads ITS Estonia, noted that “The UK business mission provides an excellent opportunity for Estonian and Finnish ITS companies to expand our networks, gain strategic insights into the UK market, and explore potential collaborations in intelligent transport solutions. By engaging with industry leaders and policymakers, we strengthen our shared vision for the future of mobility and smart transportation. Some of our ITS Estonia members are already active in the UK market, but we have such innovative solutions and products to offer that we are eager to introduce them on-site and further grow the presence of our companies in the region “

Collaboration with ITS UK

Strengthening ITS Collaboration Across Borders

This business mission serves as a key platform to foster partnerships, exchange expertise, and showcase Estonian and Finnish capabilities in the mobility and transport sector. By engaging with UK stakeholders, the delegation aims to identify new business opportunities and contribute to the future of intelligent transportation on a global scale.

Thanks to the Embassies, BF, EE

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