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Otava
AddedFeb 20, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Otava

Otava

Otava Oy: A Finnish publisher offering a diverse range of books, educational materials, and online services.

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Helsinki, Uusimaa, FI
Founded
1890
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Founded in 1890 by Hannes Gebhard and Eliel Aspelin-Haapkylä, Otava Oy is a Finnish publishing house headquartered in Helsinki. The company’s core mission is to enrich Finnish culture and education through its diverse range of publications. Otava offers general interest literature, including fiction, non-fiction, children's books, and comics, as well as educational materials like textbooks and multimedia resources for various learning levels. Their market focus is primarily on serving customers throughout Finland with high-quality printed and digital content.

Notable figures associated with Otava include its founders, Hannes Gebhard and Eliel Aspelin-Haapkylä. The company is part of the Otava Group, which enhances its reach and resources. Key achievements include establishing a significant presence in the Finnish publishing industry and contributing to the country's educational sector through innovative teaching materials. Otava's impact is evident in its longstanding reputation for quality and its role in promoting Finnish literature and education.

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Otava - Quick Facts

Who are Otava's competitors?

Companies similar to Otava include Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, Kodansha, Penguin Random House and Bertelsmann.

When was Otava founded?

Otava was founded in 1890.

Where is Otava's headquarters located?

Otava's headquarters is located in Helsinki, Uusimaa, FI.

How many employees does Otava have?

Otava has 75 employees as of Feb 10, 2024.

Otava - Classification

Industry
  • Retail
Ownership
  • Private
Geographic Exposure
  • Europe
  • Finland
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Books
  • Educational Materials
Tags
  • Publishing
NAICS
  • 513100Newspaper, Periodical, Book, and Directory Publishers
  • 513130Book Publishers
  • 510000Information
  • 513000Publishing Industries
SIC
  • 2700Printing, Publishing, And Allied Industries
  • 2730Books
  • 2731Books: Publishing, Or Publishing And Printing
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NAICS
  • 513120Periodical Publishers
SIC
  • 2740Miscellaneous Publishing
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7310Advertising
  • 7313Radio, Television, And Publishers' Advertising Representatives