Nordic Climate Group Taps Hilti Executive as Finland CEO
Event summary
- Jyrki Martikainen appointed CEO Finland for Nordic Climate Group, effective April 1, 2026.
- Ilpo Mäkelä transitions to Board member after leading Finland operations since 2020.
- Martikainen joins from Hilti, where he served as Managing Director Northern Europe for ERP provider 4PS.
- Nordic Climate Group Finland grew into nationwide market leader under Mäkelä's leadership.
The big picture
Nordic Climate Group's leadership change in Finland comes as the sustainable cooling and heating sector faces increasing demand for energy-efficient solutions. With €550 million in revenue across nine countries, the group is positioning itself for regional consolidation. Martikainen's appointment suggests a focus on leveraging construction industry expertise to drive growth.
What we're watching
- Strategic Alignment
- How Martikainen's construction industry background will influence Nordic Climate Group Finland's growth strategy.
- Operational Continuity
- Whether the leadership transition maintains momentum in Finland's market-leading position.
- Cross-Border Synergies
- The pace at which Martikainen integrates Finnish operations with Nordic Climate Group's broader European expansion.