Establish in northern Sweden

Looking to expand into a thriving European market?

Northern Sweden is at the center of the European Arctic — a fast-growing region leading the green and digital transition. Our softlanding program helps you establish and scale in one of Europe’s strongest innovation ecosystems.

By joining our program, you get access to:

  • Tailored support for business establishments and scaling
  • A fast track to the European market
  • A strong industry networks across key sectors
  • Expert assistance with legal, regulatory, and cultural integration

 

100 billion US dollars is being invested in northern Sweden as we speak.

Key sectors for growth

Northern Sweden offers a wide range of business opportunities, within many different markets.

What We Offer

While you focus on expanding into the European market, our program ensures a smooth establishment by offering the following support:

Company Establishment

Business Establishment
Guidance on company registration, legal matters, tax issues, visas, government contacts, and more.

Industry Contacts
We ensure you get connected with key individuals, industry experts, potential customers, and suppliers – enabling you to build strategic business relationships.

Office Space
Your new workplace will be located in a science park in Skellefteå, Piteå, or Luleå.

Testbeds
We provide access to test and demo environments so you can develop, test, and scale innovations. In this way, we accelerate your entry into the European market.

​Social Integration

Housing and Personal Support
practical support to find accommodation, along with assistance in obtaining an ID card, insurance, banking services, driver’s license, and cultural onboarding.

Visa and Relocation Support
Guidance through visa applications and relocation logistics to ensure a seamless transition to northern Sweden.

Why invest and expand in Sweden?

Fossil-free electricity production with the highest share of renewable energy in the EU.

98 %

Largest concentration of unicorns (billion dollar companies) per capita in the world, after Silicon Valley.

2nd

Testbeds, incubators and science parks for Industry 4.0, smart mobility, life science, recycling and more.

100+

Life in northern Sweden: Five seasons, from the midnight sun to arctic light.

  • Photo: Luleå Kommun

Quality of life in Sweden

From world-class healthcare and education to generous family benefits and a strong work-life balance, Sweden offers a unique combination of innovation-friendly infrastructure and outstanding quality of life. Sweden is regularly cited as one of the top places to line in the world.

Here’s just a glimpse of what makes Sweden stand out:

Quality of life

  • A clean, safe, and sustainable living environment 
  • We prioritize a healthy work-life balance 
  • We’re among the best in the world at speaking English – making business and everyday life easy 

Healthcare & education

  • High-quality, affordable healthcare accessible to everyone 
  • A top-ranked education system, with excellent public, international, and world-renowned universities that nurture global talent 

Family & social support

  • Reliable and inclusive social infrastructure 
  • Affordable, high-standard childcare options 
  • 15 months paid parental leave 

Project Team

Skellefteå Science City

Pernilla Lindmark

Pernilla Lindmark

Piteå Science Park

Patrik Isaksson

Patrik Isaksson

Luleå Science Park

Skellefteå Science City

Magnus Wiklund

Magnus Wiklund

Funders & Partners