Polar Sports Watch

Polar Electro Oy is a Finnish manufacturer of sports training computers, particularly known for developing the world's first wireless heart rate monitor. The company is headquartered in Kempele, Finland, where its research and development are primarily focused. While the brand's innovation and design heritage are rooted in Finland, manufacturing occurs in various global locations, including China and Malaysia, to meet international demand.

Since its founding in 1977 by Seppo Säynäjäkangas, Polar has remained an independent entity, maintaining its status as a private company. Unlike many of its competitors who have been absorbed by larger conglomerates, Polar continues to be owned by its original founding interests and internal stakeholders, ensuring its Finnish identity and focus on sports science remain central to its business model.