Category Archives: Sweden

Press Releases & News from Sweden distributed via EuropaWire

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

Saab Strengthens Sweden’s Naval Defense with SEK 1.3 Billion Order for Advanced Lightweight Torpedoes

(IN BRIEF) Saab has received a SEK 1.3 billion order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to supply Saab Lightweight Torpedoes (SLWT) and torpedo tubes. The deliveries are set to begin in 2026. This order, the second from Sweden … Read the full press release

H&M Launches Summer 2025 Collection Featuring Boho-Chic Styles and Global Inspirations

(IN BRIEF) H&M’s Summer 2025 collection brings a sophisticated boho style with fringe, crochet, and embroidered details. Inspired by global destinations like Marrakech, Lanzarote, and Lamu, Kenya, the collection offers airy dresses, kaftans, matching sets, and bold silhouettes. The first … Read the full press release

Stockholm Vatten Collaborates with Ramboll and Holinger on Groundbreaking Micropollutant Removal Pre-Study for Wastewater Treatment

(IN BRIEF) Stockholm Vatten, alongside Ramboll and Holinger, is undertaking a pivotal pre-study project at the Henriksdal Wastewater Treatment Plant in response to the new EU Urban Wastewater Directive. The goal is to assess advanced treatment technologies for micropollutant removal … Read the full press release

Alfa Laval to Celebrate 100 Years in Japan at World Expo 2025 in Osaka

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval is excited to participate in the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, as a partner in the Nordic Pavilion. The event will address key global challenges, from improving energy efficiency to decarbonizing shipping. Alfa Laval’s presence … Read the full press release

EQT Real Estate Partners with ByggVesta for Sustainable Residential Development in Flemingsberg, Stockholm

(IN BRIEF) EQT Real Estate has entered a forward funding agreement with ByggVesta for the second phase of a major residential development in Flemingsberg, southern Stockholm. The project, set to include 805 rental homes, is designed for young professionals, researchers, … Read the full press release

New AFRY Report Highlights Essential Factors for Choosing Biorefinery Locations in Growing Bioeconomy

(IN BRIEF) AFRY Management Consulting has released a report titled Factors for the Siting of Biorefineries for the CSA Group, providing crucial insights into the complex factors involved in biorefinery site selection. The report examines the environmental, economic, and logistical … Read the full press release

Spring Graduation at Umeå University: Celebrating Teachers, Researchers, and the New Vice-Chancellor

(IN BRIEF) Umeå University will celebrate its Spring Graduation on 15 and 17 May 2025, with ceremonies recognizing outstanding teachers, new doctors, jubilee doctors, and the installation of Tora Holmberg as Vice-Chancellor. A total of 34 teachers will be honored, … Read the full press release

Hexagon Partners with Erie County to Enhance Emergency Services with Advanced Cloud-Based Technology

(IN BRIEF) Erie County, NY, has partnered with Hexagon to implement cloud-based computer-aided dispatch, analytics, and records management systems, enhancing emergency response across 100 agencies serving 1 million residents. The upgrade will streamline operations, reduce 911 call transfers, and provide … Read the full press release

Nils Oscar Brewery Reduces Water Usage by 70% in Brewing Process with Alfa Laval’s Optiwia™ System

(IN BRIEF) Nils Oscar Brewery in Sweden, in collaboration with Alfa Laval, has implemented the Optiwia™ system, which reduces water consumption by up to 70% in their separation process. This initiative addresses the brewing industry’s need for water conservation, where … Read the full press release

CapMan Infra Expands Data Centre Platform with Acquisition of Three High-Quality Facilities in Sweden

(IN BRIEF) CapMan Infra has acquired three data centres in Sweden, expanding its data centre platform to strengthen its presence in the Nordic region. The acquisition includes high-quality facilities in Stockholm and Piteå, providing advanced infrastructure for AI and HPC … Read the full press release

Skanska to Build Sweden’s Longest Wooden Bridge Over Skellefte River

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has signed a SEK 380 million contract with Skellefteå Municipality to build Karlgårdsbron, Sweden’s longest wooden bridge, spanning the Skellefte River. The bridge will accommodate multiple modes of transport and connect various districts within the city. Construction … Read the full press release

AF Gruppen Selected to Build 117 New Apartments in Lund’s Råbykungen District

(IN BRIEF) AF Gruppen has been selected by Lunds Kommun Fastighets AB (LKF) to build 117 new rental apartments in Lund’s Råbykungen district, with a contract valued at SEK 189 million excluding VAT. The project will include both residential units … Read the full press release