Make Sweden your springboard to a greener and smarter future
Sweden gives international investors a dynamic platform for green growth in a post-pandemic world. Our team stands ready to support your operations in every corner of the country – helping you to harness Sweden’s innovation system, cutting edge talent and world-class sustainability solutions.
Sweden has more innovations per capita than anywhere on the planet. As sustainability takes centre stage in the global recovery, international companies in Sweden can accelerate their journey to a connected, low-carbon future.
Are you looking to expand your business in Sweden or strengthen existing operations? Our team can provide all the practical support and insights you need to tap into Sweden’s green competitive advantage.
four Key reasons to expand in Sweden
INNOVATIVE AND CONNECTED – TO EUROPE AND THE WORLD
Sweden is renowned for its openness to the world, top talent and low-risk business environment. It is also a leading digital economy and is recognised as a powerhouse for new ideas – consistently ranked as the EU’s most innovative nation.
What is the secret to Sweden’s success? The answer lies in three “Cs”: cross-border collaboration, connectivity and carbon-free energy. In fact, the national energy grid is already today 98 per cent carbon-free.
These are just a few of the hallmarks that make Sweden an ideal place to fast-track the shift to sustainable and digitally powered operations.
YOUR SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT FOR BUSINESS EXPANSION
Working in close collaboration with regional agencies, our team of business developers can help you reassess your operational set-up, find new suppliers and capture opportunities in the post-pandemic landscape.
What we help clients with:
- Evaluate your footprint and resources
- Regional supplier mapping
- Location and operating costs
- Assist with establishment and permitting processes
- Talent mapping and talent attraction
- Navigate available government support and incentives
- High level stakeholder engagement
GUIDE TO BUSINESS SUPPORT
Sweden stands strong as Europe’s least affected economy by the pandemic. This guide provides an overview of economic measures and government support available to both domestic and foreign-owned businesses.
MONITOR THE RECOVERY
Keep up with economic developments in Sweden’s biggest export markets. Our Global Executive Brief captures the latest recovery trends, changes to stimulus packages and emerging opportunities. Get regular updates here.
ADVANTAGE SWEDEN – TOOLS AND RESOURCES
Putting Sweden to the test
Why is Sweden an attractive destination? This interactive tool allows you to assess and benchmark Sweden’s performance with other countries in relation to key decision factors including corporate tax, labour costs, energy prices, ease of doing business, R&D intensity and available skills.
Made in Sweden - and why it matters
This tool provides you with all the facts and figures related to Sweden’s world class manufacturing sector. Explore the country’s industrial innovation strengths, key statistics and geographical overview of industrial sites and clusters.
Related insights
Get up to speed with our latest reports, client cases and news on investments in Sweden.
REPORT: GOING REGIONAL – THE WAY FORWARD?
As the race to redraw the supply chain map intensifies, how can Sweden help accelerate the shift to near-market manufacturing? Explore the viewpoints of experts in Sweden’s industrial frontline.
Komatsu’s first carbon-neutral factory gets underway in Sweden
Sustainability takes the spotlight as world’s second largest manufacturer of construction and mining equipment builds a new zero-emission plant in Umeå, Sweden – set to open 2021.
Podcast: How Sweden is shaping the future of mobility
The automotive industry is undergoing major changes. Co-creation between startups and tech companies is essential for autonomous mobility. Listen in!
Johnson & Johnson ramps up production of Nicorette
Global health care company Johnson & Johnson is stepping up its activities in the global fight against smoking with a major expansion of its manufacturing facilities in Sweden.
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