Kesko is a Finnish conglomerate engaged in grocery trade, building and technical trade, and automotive.  Kesko collaborates closely with retailers and other partners to manage nearly 1,800 stores – also known as K-stores – found across Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Poland. When it comes to grocery, where it operates 1,200 stores it prides itself on offering quality food products, premier brands, and fresh produce, including fish, assorted meats and vegetables. Kesko's mission is to make the shopping experience an enjoyable one.

As one of Finland’s largest retailers and a key player in Northern Europe, Kesko has achieved a pivotal milestone in its e-commerce strategy by establishing its premier micro-fulfilment centre (MFC) at the Ruoholahti Shopping Centre in Helsinki. This innovative facility underscores Kesko's unwavering commitment to strategically addresses the challenges posed by dramatic shifts in consumer demand. It is positioned five meters (16 feet) below sea level, directly under the store’s basement and is one of the first of its kind in Europe.