The development is set for completion in early 2026. Credit: UKI Arkkitehdit/Arkkitehtitoimisto Jääskeläinen/YIT/Cision.

Development and construction company YIT, as the main contractor of an alliance, has entered into a contract to commence the development stage of Kokkola Sports Park in Finland.  

The aforementioned alliance, commissioned by Kokkolan Urheilupuisto, includes UKI Arkkitehdit for main design, Arkkitehtitoimisto Jääskeläinen for architectural design, Ramboll Finland for structural design, and Granlund for building services design.  

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Construction of phase one is set to begin next month, with completion of the project anticipated in early 2026.  

The project is structured in three phases.  

The initial phase will include the construction of a multipurpose hall for indoor sports and events, alongside a UEFA Category 2 football stadium. 

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The facility will offer a framework for sports and leisure activities throughout the year.  

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The multipurpose arena will also cater to various events, including fairs, conferences, and concerts. 

The total estimated cost for the first segment of the implementation phase is set at €56m ($60.99m), with YIT’s share being approximately €47m.

The second phase involves the construction of two training rinks, with the development phase launched at the end of September last year.  

The development phase of the third and final phase began last November and includes the renovation of an old ice rink. 

This three-phase contract will be included in YIT’s order book for the first quarter of 2024.

The award comes after YIT and NRC Group Finland were appointed to provide services for Area 2 of the Espoo City Rail Link in the country last week.