spring seminar - extended version

The Next Gen. People. Business. Tech.

15.-17.4.2026, messukeskus conference centre, co-located with Sähkö electricity fair

the next gen.

In 2026, we are focusing on three core areas. The Next Gen is a year-long journey into building what comes next:

Next Gen People.
Next Gen Business.
Next Gen Tech.

BIGGER. BROADER. BETTER.

This year our traditional Spring Seminar has grown into a comprehensive 3 day experience. By co-locating with the Sähkö Electricity Fair (15 000 visitors), we are taking over the Conference Centre to explore our annual theme The Next Gen.

We have dedicated each day to a specific pillar of the industry: People, Business and Tech. Whether you scouting talent, closing deals or solving engineering challenges, there is a dedicated day for you.

3 days. 3 themes.

WED 15.4.

people: Career & Networking

For: Students, Career changers, HR, Recruiters.

Access: Open to All.

Time: 9:00 - 17:00.

THU 16.4.

business: Spring Seminar

For: C-Level, Sales, developers, DC ecosystem enablers.

Access: Registration required.

Time: 9:00 - 17:00.

FRI 17.4.

tech: deep tech seminar

For: Engineers, Architects, Designer, Tech Leads and Experts.

Access: Registration required.

Time: 9:00 - 17:00.

WED 15.4.

people: Career & Networking DAY.

where talent meets forward-thinking employers

The Finnish data center ecosystem is expanding rapidly, but our workforce needs to keep pace. For the first time, we are launching a dedicated day to bridge this gap. This event is about more than just filling vacancies; it is about marketing the industry itself.

We are inviting companies to step up as ambassadors—to show students and professionals why this sector offers the most exciting career paths in tech. Whether you are looking for fresh graduates or experienced career-changers, this is your platform to showcase your company culture, demystify the data center world, and secure the talent required to keep Finland connected.

Highlights: Recruitment booths, clinics, "meet the industry" panel, career coaching, walk-in interviews, speed networking.

THU 16.4.

business: Spring Seminar

Join us for the centerpiece of our spring season, driven by our visionary theme: "The Next Gen." This gathering is more than a market analysis; it serves as the exciting launchpad for our major autumn flagship event Future Data Summit.

The conversation around AI is shifting from potential to production. We are moving beyond the buzzwords to address the concrete business realities of High-Performance Computing. This session cuts through the hype, offering deep market intelligence on the infrastructure actually required to support the next wave of technology. From investment forecasts to the physical demands of high-density hardware, we are gathering the experts defining the new ROI.

Highlights: High-level keynotes, market outlooks, matchmaking.

FRI 17.4.

tech: deep tech seminar

For the first time, we are dedicating a full day to the engineering reality behind the cloud. This is a dedicated day designed for the infrastructure experts, specialists, and technical leads who build the physical layers of our industry.

Co-located with the Electricity Fair, we are diving deep into the critical convergence of power systems and data center technology. As workloads densify and grid constraints tighten, the challenge isn't just about software; it's about physics. Join us for a rigorous exploration of the power, cooling, and hardware solutions defining the next generation.

Highlights: Tech deep-dives, keynotes, solutions demos.