Tag Archives: Sweden

CapMan Real Estate Acquires Strategic Brownfield Logistics Project Near Gothenburg to Expand Swedish Market Presence

(IN BRIEF) CapMan Real Estate has acquired a brownfield logistics development project near Gothenburg, Sweden, set to replace outdated industrial buildings with a modern EU Taxonomy-aligned logistics facility. The new 43,000 m2 facility will feature multiple tenant spaces and aims … Read the full press release

Siemens Expands Industrial-Grade Private 5G Infrastructure to Enhance Connectivity Across Europe and Brazil

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has enhanced its industrial-grade private 5G infrastructure to support larger industrial areas, now covering up to 24 radio units, each providing connectivity for 5,000 m². This solution is available in six European countries and Brazil, with more … Read the full press release

Volkswagen Expands Renewable Energy Support with 26 Solar and Wind Farms Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen is significantly expanding its support for renewable energy projects across Europe, backing 26 solar and wind farms in nine countries, including the Djupdal wind farm in Sweden. These initiatives generated approximately 1.1 terawatt-hours of electricity in 2024, … Read the full press release

Lantmännen Invests in Groundbreaking Plant-Based Protein Plant Powered by Alfa Laval

(IN BRIEF) Lantmännen, a Swedish cooperative owned by farmers, is tackling the global protein gap by investing 105 million euros in a groundbreaking plant-based protein processing facility in Lidköping, Sweden. The plant, powered by Alfa Laval technology, will focus on … Read the full press release

Swedish Cleantech Innovator Secures €22.5 Million EIB Funding to Combat PFAS Water Contamination

(IN BRIEF) Swedish cleantech company Chromafora has secured a €22.5 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to advance its SELPAXT technology, which removes harmful PFAS chemicals from water. Backed by InvestEU, the funding will support the deployment of … Read the full press release

Lantmännen’s €100 Million Protein Plant to Feature Alfa Laval Technology in Sweden’s Groundbreaking Food Production Initiative

(IN BRIEF) Lantmännen is investing €100 million in a groundbreaking food production facility in Lidköping, Sweden, aimed at tackling the global protein gap. Set to begin operations in 2027, the plant will process 35,000 tonnes of yellow peas and 5,000 … Read the full press release

DSV Unveils Renewable Energy Facility in Sweden to Drive Sustainable Logistics and Decarbonization

(IN BRIEF) DSV has launched its first renewable energy facilities at its Landskrona, Sweden warehouse, featuring over 100,000 square meters of rooftop solar panels generating 14 MWp of energy. The facility, capable of powering itself, charging electric vehicles, and supplying … Read the full press release

Saab to Deliver Advanced Sea Giraffe 1X Radars to Strengthen Swedish Naval Defense

(IN BRIEF) Saab has secured a SEK 340 million order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to supply the Sea Giraffe 1X naval radar system to the Swedish Navy. The radars, to be delivered between 2024 and 2026, will … Read the full press release

NIB Partners with Ziklo Bank AB to Boost Financing for Swedish SMEs and SMCs

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has signed a SEK 750 million (approximately EUR 65.2 million) loan agreement with Ziklo Bank AB to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and small mid-caps (SMCs) in Sweden. The 7-year program will … Read the full press release

Sweden Boosts NEFCO-Managed BSAP Fund with New Contribution to Protect the Baltic Sea

(IN BRIEF) Sweden has contributed SEK 9 million (approximately EUR 765,500) to the NEFCO-managed Baltic Sea Action Plan (BSAP) Fund, further supporting efforts to tackle environmental challenges in the Baltic Sea. Established by Sweden and Finland in 2010, the BSAP … Read the full press release

Skanska Invests SEK 530 Million in Eco-Friendly Mandelblomman Residential Project in Täby Park

(IN BRIEF) Skanska is investing SEK 530 million in Mandelblomman, a sustainable residential project in Täby Park near Stockholm. The development includes 156 apartments, a rooftop terrace, a green courtyard, and 75 parking spaces. Sustainability features include solar panels covering … Read the full press release

Stegra Partners with Uniper for Long-Term Renewable Energy Supply to Power Green Steel Production

(IN BRIEF) Stegra has partnered with Uniper in a six-year power purchase agreement to supply 6 TWh of electricity to its green steel production plant in Boden, Sweden, from 2027 to 2032. The electricity will power a 700MW electrolysis plant … Read the full press release

AWS Joins SSAB in Pioneering Fossil-Free Steel Use for Swedish Data Centers

(IN BRIEF) This partnership between SSAB and AWS is a significant step towards decarbonizing the materials used in critical infrastructure. By adopting cutting-edge technology like HYBRIT, AWS is not only taking meaningful action toward its sustainability goals but also leading … Read the full press release

AFRY Joins Industrikraft to Strengthen Swedish Energy Transition and Support Green Industrial Growth

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has joined Industrikraft as an equal shareholder, expanding the initiative’s network of industry leaders committed to supporting the expansion of Sweden’s electricity supply. With a focus on sustainable, fossil-free energy sources, Industrikraft aims to shape Sweden’s energy … Read the full press release

SKF Secures €430 Million EIB Loan to Advance Green Technologies in Bearings and Seals

(IN BRIEF) SKF has secured a €430 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to advance research, development, and innovation in bearings, seals, and lubrication systems across six European countries. The funding supports green technologies in sectors like renewable … Read the full press release

European Research Collaboration by Merck and Intel Pioneers AI-Driven Sustainability in Semiconductor Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Merck and Intel have launched a collaborative academic research initiative in Europe, bringing together eleven institutions from six countries. The program focuses on using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to make semiconductor manufacturing more sustainable, with research projects dedicated to … Read the full press release

Falkenklev Logistik Expands Electric Fleet with FUSO eCanter Trucks for Sustainable Urban Deliveries in Malmö

(IN BRIEF) Falkenklev Logistik in Sweden has added six FUSO eCanter electric trucks to its fleet for DHL deliveries in Malmö, supporting its commitment to sustainable urban logistics. These compact electric trucks, supplied by Veho Import AB, are well-suited for … Read the full press release

Daimler Truck and Volvo Group Partner in Joint Venture to Lead Digital Transformation of Commercial Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck and Volvo Group have signed a binding agreement to create a 50/50 joint venture focused on developing a software-defined vehicle platform for heavy-duty vehicles. This new company, based in Gothenburg, Sweden, aims to set a new … Read the full press release

Ingka Centres Launches Livli to Redefine Community-Focused Retail and Leisure Destinations in Europe

(IN BRIEF) Ingka Centres has introduced a new consumer brand, Livli, aimed at transforming European destinations into lively, community-focused meeting places that go beyond traditional shopping. Livli Kungens Kurva in the Stockholm area is the first location to adopt the … Read the full press release

EIF Commits €100 Million to Boost Green Energy Projects in Scandinavia through Prime Capital Fund

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has committed €100 million to the Prime Green Energy Infrastructure Fund II (PGEIF II), managed by Prime Capital AG, to support renewable energy projects in Scandinavia. This brings the fund’s total size to … Read the full press release