Suhanko The mining project has made progress on several fronts this year. We invite everyone interested in the matter to come hear what has happened and how the project is moving forward. At the same event, Suhanko Arctic Platinum Oy will also provide an update on the status of mineral exploration in the exploration permit areas of the company’s Suhanko, Narkaus, and Penikat projects.

Time: Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 4:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Kerkkä Multipurpose Center, Aapiskuja 8A, Ranua

Program

Coffee service 16:45-17:00

Welcome to the mining evening
Keijo Ruonala, Chair of the Municipal Council, Municipality of Ranua

What's new at Suhanko? Current status of the project and next steps
Juha Rissanen, Country Manager, Suhanko Arctic Platinum Oy

Biogas from the Ranua area for the mine’s needs? What potential applications have been identified, what would such a partnership require, and how are the discussions progressing?
Mika Impiö, CEO, Pohjois-Suomen Biokaasu Oy

Mining as a Driver of Municipal Growth—Lessons from Sodankylä for Ranua. Practical experiences in strengthening local benefits and preparing for change
Kari Siirtola, Mining Coordinator, Municipality of Sodankylä

Ranua Municipality's Capacity to Attract Service Companies
Risto Niemelä, Technical Director, Ranua Municipality

Getting to Know Mineral Exploration—What Should Residents and Landowners Know? Progress of Exploration, Permitting Procedures, and Opportunities for Participation
Ilkka Keskitalo, Senior Specialist, Mineral Exploration, Finnish Safety and Chemicals Agency (Tukes)

Questions from the Audience. Keijo Ruonala

Closing Remarks. Tuomas Aikkila, Municipal Manager, Municipality of Ranua

To help us organize the coffee service, please register in advance by 4:00 p.m. on November 25, 2026, via this link.

The event can be followed remotely via Teams. It is not possible to ask questions or comment remotely. Those who register will receive a link to the remote link in their email upon registration.