Modified: 16.03.2009

GTK in brief

The Geological Survey of Finland (GTK) produces and disseminates geological information for use in promoting systematic, sustainable use of the national geological endowment. GTK studies and maps the Earth’s crust, inventories mineral and ore resources, provides a national geological information service, performs contract services for external clients and participates actively in international projects.

GTK operates under Finland’s Ministry of Employment and the Economy. It was established in 1885.

Annual reports

The year in figures  2008
Expenditures, € million  56,0
Revenues, € million  12,5
Income from contract services, € million 10,1
Person-year worked 691
Employees with academic degrees, % 48,0


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