GIFT join forces with CIGI Capitals' Tour 8th of Oct. 2026 in Helsinki

Registration is now open! CIGI Capitals’ Tour Helsinki

Join us in Helsinki on 8 October 2026 for the Finnish stop of the CIGI (Craft and Industrial Products Geographical Indication) Capitals’ Tour.

The Geographical Indications Capitals’ Tour is a series of events hosted across the European Union, bringing together stakeholders interested in regional products, cultural heritage, innovation and intellectual property. The initiative highlights how Geographical Indications can strengthen the visibility, protection and competitiveness of local craft and industrial products.

The Helsinki event will feature speakers from the European Commission, EUIPO, the Finnish Patent and Registration Office (PRH), and business representatives sharing practical experiences and insights.

Date: 8 October 2026
Time: 13:00–16:00
Venue: Europe Hall, Malminkatu 16, Kamppi, Helsinki
Format: Hybrid (on-site and online participation available)
Registration and programme (will update): https://lnkd.in/d_bcFS9g

The event is aimed at companies, potential applicants, policymakers, regional development actors, cultural heritage organizations, researchers and other stakeholders interested in Geographical Indications.

More information: Marjo Särkkä, marjo.sarkka@helsinki.fi