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Lahti Sports Hub

Lahti Sports Hub gathers sports business operators and innovations, bringing together expertise, networks, and new ideas on a single platform. Northern Europe’s strong sports culture, sustainable innovations, and close collaboration between various stakeholders create excellent conditions for fostering new business opportunities.

Lahti Sports Hub is a centre of sports expertise and facilities, based on world-class sports infrastructure and expertise built around more than 400 different sports disciplines. The region’s universities, public sector organizations, and research, development, and innovation actors, as well as business networks, support the growth of sports-related businesses, providing a unique environment for developing new products and services. Positioned at the heart of these networks, Lahti Sports Hub connects companies, experts, and stakeholders both locally and internationally.

Why Lahti and Northern Europe?

Lahti is recognized as one of Northern Europe’s leading winter sports centres. The region’s ecosystem focused on cross-country skiing, ice sports, and athlete well-being provides a platform for developing new innovations and technologies. Additionally, year-round sporting events such as Ironman Lahti and Red Bull 400 attract international audiences, offering a platform to boost business visibility.

International collaboration is a key element of Lahti Sports Hub. For example, a close partnership with the Global Sports Innovation Center (GSIC) brings new global business opportunities. Furthermore, one of the team members is based in Beijing, supporting cooperation with Asian markets and opening doors for companies to expand internationally.

We are a trusted partner and networker in the fields of sports, well-being, and healthcare, providing our network with access to diverse resources and connections that foster business growth and internationalization. Join the network!

Check out our website: https://www.lahtisportshub.fi/