Category Archives: Sweden

Press Releases & News from Sweden distributed via EuropaWire

Acumatica to be Acquired by Vista Equity Partners in a Significant Milestone Following Transformational Growth Under EQT’s Ownership

(IN BRIEF) Acumatica has announced the sale of the company to Vista Equity Partners, marking a significant step in the company’s growth journey since its transformation under EQT’s ownership in 2019. Acumatica has expanded its global presence, tripling its headcount … Read the full press release

Telia to Join Global Virtual Telco Pride 2025, Highlighting Diversity and Inclusion in the Telecommunications Industry

(IN BRIEF) Telia will participate in Global Virtual Telco Pride 2025 on June 10, alongside industry leaders like Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone, and Nokia. This year’s event, hosted by Mikko Ylä-Kauttu and Julia Wollschläger, focuses on the theme “Standing Together, Speaking … Read the full press release

HMB Construction to Oversee SEK 560 Million Expansion of Ahlsell Distribution Centre in Hallsberg

(IN BRIEF) HMB Construction, part of AF Gruppen Sweden, has secured a SEK 560 million contract to expand Ahlsell’s distribution center in Hallsberg, where Ahlsell Sverige AB is the tenant. The project includes the addition of 37,000 square meters of … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Provides €400 Million for Stockholm Metro Expansion, Supporting Sustainable Growth

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided €400 million in additional financing for the expansion of the Stockholm metro, supporting the development of 30 km of new tracks, 18 new stations, and the creation of 130,500 housing units. … Read the full press release

Nokia’s FastMile 5G Gateway 2 Powers Faster Broadband for Three Sweden’s B2B Customers in Areas Without Fiber

(IN BRIEF) Nokia has been selected by Three Sweden to supply its advanced Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) technology, including the FastMile 5G Gateway 2, to enhance broadband delivery for B2B customers in areas without fiber coverage. This partnership allows Three … Read the full press release

Leica Geosystems Expands Reality Capture Portfolio with Acquisition of PinPoint 3D Modelling Software

(IN BRIEF) Leica Geosystems has acquired Scasa, the company behind the PinPoint 3D modelling software, expanding its reality capture portfolio. PinPoint offers users intuitive tools for point cloud registration, meshing, and modelling, making it easier to create floorplans, orthoimages, and … Read the full press release

Leica Geosystems Launches the Leica Pegasus TRK300, a Versatile Solution for Mobile Mapping

(IN BRIEF) Leica Geosystems introduces the Leica Pegasus TRK300, an adaptable mobile mapping system designed for efficient and high-quality geospatial data collection. With its multi-beam scanner system, long-range capability, and durable design, the system ensures fast, detailed data capture in … Read the full press release

Permobil Appoints Chuck Witkowski as President and CEO, Effective July 2025, Following Bengt Thorsson’s Departure

(IN BRIEF) Chuck Witkowski has been appointed the new President and CEO of Permobil, succeeding Bengt Thorsson, who will step into an advisory position at Patricia Industries. Witkowski, with his strong leadership background in North America, is poised to continue … Read the full press release

Scania Expands Powertrain Portfolio with the Launch of the Super 11 Engine, Offering Enhanced Efficiency and Flexibility

(IN BRIEF) Scania has launched the Super 11 engine, a new addition to its Super powertrain portfolio, designed for energy-efficient and weight-sensitive transport operations. The Super 11 is 85 kg lighter than the Super 13 and delivers up to 7% … Read the full press release

Stadler Secures Major Order to Supply Seven FLIRT Trains for A-Train AB’s Arlanda Express, Enhancing Capacity and Comfort

(IN BRIEF) Stadler has secured a contract with A-Train AB to supply seven FLIRT trains for the Arlanda Express route, which will run between Arlanda Airport and Stockholm Central Station starting in late 2029. The contract, valued at approximately 350 … Read the full press release

AFRY Joins Nexans in Consulting Support for Gotland Connection Project to Address Growing Energy Demand

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has been appointed as the advisory partner for the Gotland Connection project, working alongside Nexans to support the delivery of high-voltage subsea and onshore cables. The project, commissioned by Svenska Kraftnät, aims to address Gotland’s growing electricity … Read the full press release

ASSA ABLOY Acquires TeleAlarm to Strengthen Senior Care Business and Expand Remote Care Technology Offering

(IN BRIEF) ASSA ABLOY has acquired TeleAlarm Group, a provider of remote care technology based in Leipzig, Germany. TeleAlarm’s solutions, which combine hardware and software to support independent living in the social care and home care sectors, will complement ASSA … Read the full press release

Husqvarna Group Appoints Maria Rönnberg as New EVP People & Organization, Successor to Leigh Dagberg

(IN BRIEF) Husqvarna Group announces the departure of Leigh Dagberg, Executive Vice President of People & Organization, and the appointment of Maria Rönnberg as her successor, effective August 1, 2025. Maria, who joined the company in 2022 as Senior Vice … Read the full press release

Ericsson to Boost R&D Operations in Japan, Creating Up to 300 Jobs and Strengthening the Nation’s Digital Future

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson is expanding its research and development operations in Japan, with an investment expected to create up to 300 high-skilled telecom jobs. This move is part of Ericsson’s broader strategy to strengthen Japan’s role in its global connectivity … Read the full press release

AFRY Secures Key Contracts for Zurich Western Bypass Refurbishment with Swiss Federal Road Authority

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has been awarded two important contracts as part of a consortium for the refurbishment of the Zurich Western Bypass by the Swiss Federal Road Authority (FEDRO). AFRY’s responsibilities include the planning and supervision of tunnel lighting and … Read the full press release

Hexagon’s HxGN Alix Wins “Best AI & Digital Twin Solution” Award at The RELIABILITY Conference 2025 for Transforming Asset Management

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon’s Asset Lifecycle Intelligence division received the “Best AI & Digital Twin Solution” award at The RELIABILITY Conference 2025 for its HxGN Alix solution. The AI-powered platform offers real-time insights and predictive analytics, significantly enhancing operational efficiency, safety, … Read the full press release

Ericsson and Vodafone Revolutionize Tunnel Connectivity with Innovative 5G Antennas in Arlinger Tunnel

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone and Ericsson have launched cutting-edge 5G connectivity in Arlinger Tunnel, Germany, using Ericsson’s advanced multiband mobile radio antennas. These antennas, designed to withstand tunnel-specific challenges such as vibrations and pressure changes, ensure seamless 5G coverage for Vodafone … Read the full press release

Norrslam AB to Launch Sweden’s First Full-Scale Sludge Incineration Plant at Umeå Eco Industrial Park

(IN BRIEF) Norrslam AB plans to establish Sweden’s first full-scale sludge incineration plant at Umeå Eco Industrial Park to address the country’s wastewater treatment by-products. This innovative project will incorporate mono-incineration technology, using liquid sludge as a fuel source, and … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Marks 32nd Year as Official Sponsor of IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship with New Enyaq RS Family and Exclusive Fan Experiences

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto celebrates 32 years as the official sponsor of the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship by unveiling its new Enyaq RS family of all-electric vehicles. In addition to providing 45 electrified vehicles for the tournament, Škoda also … Read the full press release

Ericsson Expands Partnership with Magenta Telekom to Enable Cloud-Native Billing Transformation for 5G Use Cases

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has successfully migrated Magenta Telekom’s billing operations to the cloud-native Ericsson Billing platform, marking a key milestone in the company’s ongoing transformation towards supporting 5G use cases. Deployed on Red Hat OpenShift within Magenta Telekom’s private cloud, … Read the full press release