YIT and The Finnish Fair Corporation have signed an agreement on the construction of an expansion to Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre (Messukeskus) with an alliance model in Pasila, Helsinki. The total value of the contract for YIT is approximately EUR 15 million, and it will be recorded in the order book for the third  quarter of the year.

During the implementation phase of the Solar project, which is starting now, a new event space will be built at the south entrance of Messukeskus. The facades, steel frame and building technology play a central role in the construction project. The scope of the project is approximately 1,500 gross square meters. In addition, the existing entrance facilities will be renovated, and temporary entrances will be built.

A solar panel field is placed on the roof of the Solar event space. Sustainability is reflected in Solar's high-quality material choices and carefully selected, efficient energy solutions.

"When completed, Solar will be one of the most modern event spaces in the Nordic countries, combining distinctive architecture with the adaptability of the space and state-of-the-art technology. The construction project is one of the largest at Messukeskus in recent decades and complements our premises nicely. It also takes into account, for example, international congresses and corporate events that have a significant impact on income and employment in the Helsinki Metropolitan Area," said Anni Vepsäläinen, Managing Director of The Finnish Fair Corporation.

"It is great that we can continue our collaboration with The Finnish Fair Corporation with this project that is in line with our strategy. In our strategy, we want to take our customer experience to a new level. During the development phase of the Solar project, we worked with the client and the designers to ensure design solutions that are in line with the objectives and create a strong basis for achieving the targets set by the client for the project. We have previously carried out a renovation of the hotel property in connection with Messukeskus for Suomen Messut Oyj. Messukeskus is constantly developing, and it is great that we can be a part of this development," said Matti Sarikkola, Vice President of the Private New Construction Unit at YIT.

Construction work has begun on the internal foundation structures, and more broadly, the project will be visible in the cityscape in March 2026. The construction project will also include the renovation of the façade of the Messukeskus and the main entrance, which will be taken into use in the autumn of 2026. The operation of Messukeskus will continue uninterrupted throughout the construction period. The Solar project is due to be completed in the fall of 2027.

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