Kymenlaakso 

• Approx 180 000 inhabitants
• One of the most significant forest industry clusters in Europe
• The centre for International Logistics and know-how of the Baltic Sea region
• The largest export and transit terminals of Finland, Ports of Kotka and Hamina, European E18 highway
• The largest rail transport hub of Finland – Kouvola
• The primary customs and border crossing between the European Union and Russia; Vaalimaa
• The largest garrison province in Finland
• Three national parks; Eastern Gulf of Finland – outer archipelago, Valkmusa - marshland and Repovesi - forest and lakes
• Versatile district for professional education and competence
• An important Customs and border crossing point between the European Union and Russia
• Lively cultural activities, including the Philharmonic Orchestra Kymi Sinfonietta, Kotka Maritime Festival, Military Music Event Hamina Tattoo, and the City Theatres of Kouvola and Kotka.