Nokian Renkaat Oyj (OTCMKTS:NKRKY) is a Finland-based tyre manufacturer headquartered in Nokia, Finland. Founded in 1988 as a spin-off from the rubber operations of Nokia Corporation, the company has established itself as a leader in winter tyre technology, all-season products and high-performance tyres. It supplies both original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and aftermarket customers, with an emphasis on road safety, fuel efficiency and environmental responsibility.
The company’s product portfolio spans passenger car tyres, van and light truck tyres, heavy commercial vehicle tyres, and specialised tyres for forestry and agricultural machinery. Nokian Renkaat’s winter tyre range is renowned for advanced tread designs and rubber compounds optimized for cold and snowy conditions. In addition, the company offers retreading materials and services that extend tyre life cycles and help commercial fleets reduce their total cost of ownership.
Nokian Renkaat serves markets across Europe, North America and selected regions in Asia. Its primary manufacturing sites in Nokia, Finland, and Vsevolozhsk, Russia, are supported by a network of distribution centres and sales offices. While the company maintains a strong presence in Northern and Central Europe, it continues to pursue growth opportunities in emerging economies and the North American aftermarket.
Research and development are central to Nokian Renkaat’s strategy, with testing facilities that replicate both freezing Nordic winters and variable continental climates. The company places a strong emphasis on sustainable production, integrating renewable energy, eco-friendly raw materials and tyre recycling initiatives to align product innovation with environmental stewardship.
