Think BIG – Northern Finland’s largest professional event in Nivala
Think BIG – More from Energy
Think BIG, which sells out every year, is Northern Finland’s largest energy sector event. For one day, it brings together project developers, companies, leading players in the energy sector, investors, and regional and national decision-makers in Nivala.
At the seminar and trade fair, you’ll hear topical presentations, learn about projects and meet current and future partners. The day offers time for discussions and discovering new business opportunities. At the evening event, networking and discussions will continue in a relaxed atmosphere accompanied by live music.
Think big. Make a real impact.
178 submissions
Participants
Partners
Think BIG 2026 pictures and aftermovie are live now!
View the Think BIG 2026 photos and aftermovieOne day. Three ways to engage.
Seminar
Find out about current issues in the energy sector and learn about upcoming projects. On stage, experts, companies and decision-makers will share their plans and views on the sector’s development. Every year, agreements have been signed and significant new announcements made on the seminar stage.
Exhibition
Find out about the services offered by companies, local projects and the plots available in the municipalities. At the exhibition stands, you can meet their representatives in person and discuss opportunities for collaboration. There are 50 exhibition stands available at the event, subject to a fee.
Evening event
Carry on the day’s discussions and get to know new people in a more relaxed atmosphere. The evening event (6.00 pm–10.00 pm) offers a chance to exchange ideas and spend time with the other participants.
Core audience
Companies
Showcase your company’s expertise and find new customers and partners.
At Think BIG, you can take part either free of charge as a visitor or as a paying partner with your own exhibition stand. The event is an excellent opportunity to meet organisations operating in the region or planning projects there.
Decision makers
Find out about projects in the region and hear about the plans of companies and project developers. At Think BIG, you’ll have the chance to discuss investments and their progress directly, and to meet other decision-makers, ranging from local councillors to members of the Finnish Parliament and the European Parliament.
Investors
Discover the investment opportunities in the region and meet all the key decision-makers from the area. At Think BIG, you’ll meet project developers, local businesses and decision-makers, and have the chance to discuss setting up in the region and potential partnerships directly.
What did you like most about the event?
“Smooth organization, the right people in attendance, a great program, opportunities for meetings in the conference rooms, and interesting encounters.”
“It was great to catch up with old and new friends and have some interesting conversations. We also got a couple of new design projects off the ground.”
“Networking. Good program and great attendance”
“very nice format, very good organization, enough room for interesting discussions with potential business partners”
"The atmosphere, setting, and content were excellent."
"What a great event, thank you! Hopefully we'll do it again next year!"
"I hope this becomes an annual event"
"The atmosphere at the event was great, and the organization was excellent. In my view, the event as a whole sends a strong message to the people, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers in the region that there is indeed light at the end of the tunnel—we just need to recognize it and embrace it."
"The event was very diverse. The speakers were engaging, and topics were explored from various perspectives. The booths were well-balanced, representing cities, regional organizations, and companies alike. It was great that you were able to bring in major companies as well."
In collaboration with
