Vamos

In this VAMOS podcast episode, Mia Backman interviews Maija Jokiniemi about the SOLMU project, which is shaping the future of mobility services in transport hubs across the Helsinki metropolitan area. Together, they explore how cities, companies, and citizens can co-create more accessible, sustainable, and seamless travel experiences. The discussion highlights real-world testing environments, inno...

In this episode of the Vamos Podcast, Mia Backman sits down with Topias Koskela for an insightful conversation on Enico and the ideas shaping its journey. They dive into how Enico is building intelligent energy storage solutions that enable the green transition—helping businesses optimize energy use, balance renewable production and consumption, and unlock new revenue streams through smart energy...

How is electric mobility reshaping the way we move? In this episode, we talk with Sonja Venho from EV Mobile about the rapid growth of electric vehicles, the development of charging infrastructure, and the opportunities the new mobility ecosystem creates for companies. The discussion explores how technology, energy, and mobility are coming together to enable more sustainable and affordable transpo...

In this episode, VAMOS ecosystem’s Mia Backman sits down with Helen Hoffman from IONCOR to discuss the future of electrification and the rapidly evolving battery industry. The conversation explores how batteries are becoming the new heart of vehicles and machinery as mobility, logistics, and heavy industries electrify. Helen shares insights into IONCOR’s role in accelerating this transit...

In this episode, VAMOS ecosystem’s Mia Backman sits down with Sakari Lindholm from Ramboll to discuss the future of mobility and infrastructure planning. Their conversation explores how planning society’s infrastructure is far more complex than it may seem. From mobility systems and urban development to sustainability goals, policy decisions, and technological change, infrastructure design is...

“Every truck is connected today—but the real value lies in how we use that data.”   Claes Ödman, President of Smart Transport at AddSecure, joins the Vamos podcast to discuss how connected fleets, open data, and AI are transforming logistics. He shares insights from uniting local telematics leaders across Europe into one smart transport powerhouse.   We cover AddSecure’s growth strategy,...

"We are focusing on visual positioning system that enables you to get real time low case and only by using camera images. So basically, you will need this going forward someday when we will get rid of the mobile phones and we have AR glasses in everyday use." In this Vamos podcast episode, Mia Backman interviews Matias Koski, CEO of Immersal. Matias introduces Immersal's core business: developing...

We are connecting businesses together — enabling their messages to find each other no matter the connectivity used."  In this episode of the Vamos podcast, we are joined by Mika Lammi, CEO of DBE Core, to explore how they are reinventing business communications. Mika shares the story behind DBE Core’s creation as an academic spin-off and how they envisioned a networked future where businesses...

"We're helping companies and governments improve the climate by measuring it and forecasting what happens."  In this episode of the Vamos podcast, we talk to Lasse Lumiaho , Head of Automotive at Vaisala  — a global leader in climate measurement and intelligence. We dive deep into how Vaisala’s cutting-edge weather and friction data solutions are transforming the automotive industry, hel...

"We've been creating the way finding for the sites and areas which are beyond the street addresses... We have noticed that there is a gray area in digital maps. Nowadays people are leaning on the Google Maps very well. They do a great job navigating from wherever you are at the moment to your destination, but only according to the street addresses. But we have hospital visits to go. We need to tra...

"Only 23 new electric trucks were registered in Finland in the first half of 2024, indicating early stages of adoption, with only about 2% of new trucks in Europe being electric." The conversation delves into the world of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, focusing on Kempower, a leading company in the field. Insights array from latest developments in EV charging technology, the challenges...

"Automating transportation is not just an option - it's the only viable solution to address our urban mobility challenges and driver shortages. The question isn't if, but when and how quickly we'll see fully autonomous public transport become a reality." In this Vamos podcast episode, we welcome Eja Tuominen, CEO of SAMS Norway. SAMS Norway is a non-profit organization focused on advancing autonom...

"The Chinese market is growing rapidly, with consumers willing to invest in future technology and updates. European and American markets face challenges in adapting to this continuous improvement model."   In this Vamos podcast episode, we welcome Tommi Vilenius, Senior Business Development Manager at Murata. Discover Murata's pivotal role in the automotive and tech industries, from supplying...

"At Unikie, we're passionate about our vision of safer and smarter automation. We're not just directing vehicles; we're building trust between humans and technology. Our marshaling solutions are about efficiency and safety, creating a bridge that allows complex systems to work seamlessly in the real world." Explore the intersection of AI and automotive technology with Unikie's innovative solutions...

"We see the future very bright for our side, because those depots and traffic costs are increasing if they are not planned very well, but with a very good planning and data collection and straightening these processes, we can still have very, very cost efficient processes." In this Vamos podcast, Technosmart CEO Pekka Salonsaari discusses the company's innovative work in IoT and automation for tra...

"Our unique location affects, of course, the cooperations that we are doing. So we are working a lot with Swedish and, of course, Norwegian partners. And we have this unique funding instrument called Interact Aurora, where we establish these cross-border collaborations between the Nordic countries." In this episode of the Duomos podcast, we explore the Frostbit Software Lab at Lapland University o...

"It's an interesting split in the market, that some of the players are looking for low cost, as good as possible with the low cost, and then there are others that are looking for the best user experience and the fanciest possible solution" In this episode of the Vamos podcast, we sit down  discussing how Rightware enables car manufacturers to create state-of-the-art user experiences. Mika Kur...

" We solve problems that other companies and other people often try to avoid because they are so hard, problems that demand precision, reliability and somewhat also deep understanding on how people and machines like to interact." Listen to the Vamos-podcast with Sauli Suomi, Solution and Business Development Manager at Plugit, about revolutionizing EV charging infrastructure. Discover how thi...

"Automating transportation is the only viable solution to these challenges. We expect public transportation to be automated before private cars. It's not a question of if, but when automation in transportation will happen." In this engaging Vamos podcast episode, we explore the cutting-edge world of urban mobility with Mika Rytkönen, chairman of Remoted. Discover how this innovative company is rev...

"I've always said that if I can, or if we can, make a machine operate autonomously in a Finnish forest, then we can make a machine operate autonomously anywhere."   Learn how GIM robotics is transforming industries like forestry and intra-logistics through advanced 3D localization and real-time situational awareness. Mika Vainio, CMO of GIM Robotics discusses the future of human-robot co...

"We are at the point where we can measure the Earth's rotation with small gyroscopes. This is a significant breakpoint. If you're late in adopting this technology, you might miss out on a 100 times improvement in accuracy."   In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of motion sensing with the founder of Nordic Inertial, Jussi Collin. Our guest explores the rapid advancements in ine...

"VTT is described as a 'supermarket of technology,' involving diverse fields such as microelectronics, bioprocessing, and industrial system safety." In this episode, we dive into the cutting-edge world of automated driving with Matti Kutila Team Leader at VTT. Discover how VTT is revolutionizing the automotive industry, blending 25 years of expertise with futuristic tech. From AI-driven vehicles n...

"The future of material handling isn't just about moving things from A to B. It's about creating intelligent, interconnected systems that think and adapt. At Konecranes, we're pushing the boundaries of what's possible with digitalization and automation." Join us on the Vamos podcast as we explore the innovative world of Konecranes with Research Manager Jani Länkinen. Learn how this global leader i...

"We hope to help startup companies. We've done a lot of development in prototyping and proof of concept and early development stages for many companies, but also then help to bring the product in the market." In this episode, we sit down with Erkki Seppäläinen, the CTO of LINK Design, a service design company that specializes in industrial design, and service design. We discuss LINK Design's histo...

“We are trying to support the sales process by digitalizing the whole test drive experience” Join Jon Uotila, Managing director of Driveco, as he shares how the company harnesses vehicle and driving data to transform fleet management, car sharing, and dealership sales. Driveco enhances test drive experiences, boosts sales conversions, and supports stakeholders through data-driven solutions. Jon hi...