Nokia Opens World's Most Advanced Radio Technology Campus in Oulu
State-of-the-art Home of Radio campus brings together 3,000 specialists from 40 countries to develop 5G and 6G networks for the age of artificial intelligence. The Finnish technology giant strengthens its position as a pioneer in European strategic technology.
Text by Martti Asikainen, 10.9.2025 | Photo by Nokia
Nokia opened its new Home of Radio campus in Oulu’s Linnanmaa district on Friday, which the company describes as the world’s most advanced radio technology innovation centre. The cutting-edge research and manufacturing facility represents a strategically significant investment for both Nokia and Finland as a whole.
The opening ceremony was attended by President of the Republic Alexander Stubb, who emphasised the central role of networks in the development of artificial intelligence, robotics and the Internet of Things. Nokia’s Chief Executive Justin Hotard highlighted Oulu’s unique ecosystem, where the company, universities, start-ups and international partners work together on 5G and 6G technologies.
The campus houses some of the world’s most advanced radio network laboratories and simulated field environments that accelerate the development of groundbreaking solutions. The facilities support the entire product development lifecycle from research and design through to manufacturing and testing.
World's Most Advanced Radio Hub
The Oulu factory specialises in Nokia’s latest mobile network products – particularly 5G radios and base stations. Rather than a traditional mass production facility, it is a strategic “mother factory” where the newest products are developed and built in close collaboration with research and development teams.
The campus is a significant sustainable development project operating entirely on renewable energy. Surplus energy produced is fed into Oulu’s district heating network and is sufficient to heat approximately 20,000 households. The campus’s energy plant is one of the world’s largest carbon dioxide-utilising district heating and cooling systems. Following circular economy principles, all waste is fully utilised, and carbon dioxide emissions have been reduced by 99 per cent.
Designed by Arkkitehtitoimisto ALA and built by YIT, the campus represents the pinnacle of Finnish architectural and industrial expertise. Construction began in 2022, with the first employees moving into the new facilities in early 2025.
Strategic European Investment
Nokia’s strategic investment in Oulu positions the company at the forefront of Europe’s critical technology development, arriving at a crucial moment when secure and reliable networks have become essential to geopolitical stability.
Oulu has evolved into a unique global technology hub where Nokia develops solutions spanning both civilian and defence sectors—a dual-purpose approach that distinguishes the campus from traditional research facilities. This versatility allows Nokia to address the complex security challenges facing modern telecommunications infrastructure.
The campus thrives on collaborative innovation, with Nokia partnering extensively within Oulu’s dynamic technology ecosystem. The company works closely with leading universities, emerging start-ups, and international partners, whilst benefiting from proximity to NATO’s DIANA test centre, which specialises in cutting-edge defence technology development.
This strengthened position comes as Nokia navigates intensifying global competition, particularly against Sweden’s Ericsson and China’s Huawei. The competitive landscape is rapidly evolving as telecommunications operators worldwide race to upgrade their infrastructure, driven by the explosive growth of artificial intelligence applications that demand unprecedented network capacity and reliability.
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