Sweden: The Nordic choice for fulfilment centres

Continued e-commerce growth within the Nordics is only the start of the story. Behind the scenes, companies need practical solutions to meet the growing demand for global and niche products, delivered fast. Fulfilment centres are the logistical hubs that drive customer satisfaction. In the Nordics, Sweden is the only choice able to meet consumer and business demands with unparalleled logistical, geographical and economic benefits. 

Looking for a new market? Swedes love to shop!

Sweden’s SEK 786B retail market demands more international brands. The Retail Guide Sweden delves into details about consumer power, shopping patterns and retail hotspots all over the country as well as what you need to do to be successful in the Swedish market.

Sweden is open for retail business – both online and offline. Download the Retail Guide Sweden as the first step towards expanding into Sweden and the Nordics.

New trends in the Swedish retail market

Today, almost 70% of Swedes have shopped online and 50% shop on their mobile. There has been a rapid change in shopping behaviours. In this episode of our podcast, Emma Hernell from HUI, the Swedish Retail Institute, and Anna Hammarberg from Business Sweden talk about the Swedish retail market. .

why sweden?

  • REGION'S LARGEST MARKET
    Sweden boasts the biggest Nordic population, highest GDP, most retail sales and the greatest number of international HQs per capita.

  • FULL ACCESS TO NORTHERN EUROPE
    Sweden is the only country in the Nordics that can deliver in 24-hours to all Nordic cities. Geographically unique, logistically ready and economically strong.

  • EXCELLENT LOGISTICS
    Sweden ranked top in the Nordics and second globally in the 2019 Logistics Performance Index. Meaning, Sweden delivers on speed, simplicity and quality.
2 h vs. 24 h

Shop. Scroll. Send.

Sweden leads the way in consumer and e-commerce trends, as a nation of early adopters of new technology, we are a proven test-bed for new approaches and innovation. 

Consumer behaviours continue to drive change across retail and e-commerce, but what changes are set to shape the industry in the next five to ten years? Download our trend guide to read about the five game changes for the retail and e-commerce sectors and how being in Sweden can help your business to meet these challenges. 

customer voices 

ZALANDO DRESSED FOR SUCCESS IN THE NORDICS

The new fulfilment centre just outside Stockholm strengthens Zalando’s presence in northern Europe, and enables the company to significantly improve their services to all Nordic countries..

GEAR4MUSIC’S PITCH PERFECT MOVE TO THE NORDIC MARKET

With an eye on growing sales in the Nordics, Sweden quickly became the obvious geographical and logistical choice for Gear4music’s northern Europe fulfilment centre.

first step to success

Sweden provides smooth entry to market, full access to northern Europe, excellent logistics and access to the booming Nordic economy.

We know meeting customer and business needs is critical. That’s why we’ve done the ground work in creating a strong network to help international companies establish fulfilment centres in Sweden. We can help you from the beginning of your journey to your first delivery. 

Let us help you establish your fulfilment centre and set you on the path to growing your Nordic sales. 

Anna Hammarberg
Anna Hammarberg

Controller Business Ecosystem

Helen Rönnholm
Helen Rönnholm

Head of Business Ecosystem, Ecosystem Consumer Products

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