The fastest way to expand in Europe?

Establish in northern Sweden

If your goal is to scale in the European market, look north. Our Softlanding program helps you establish and scale in one of Europe’s strongest innovation ecosystems, with access to green energy, advanced industry and world-class testbeds. Establish here, and you’re halfway in.

Investments in the region.

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

Why northern Sweden?

98 %

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

2nd

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

70+

Daily flight departures in the region

Key sectors for growth

Testbed

Electric aviation & drones

One of Europe’s largest drone ports, open airspace and megawatt-scale electric infrastructure. Certify and future-proof your tech in real-world Nordic conditions.

About Arctic Aviation Hub
Ecosystem

Cybersecurity

Tap into an ecosystem focused on secure AI, IoT, and cloud innovation with direct links to industrial partners and EU-funded R&D opportunities.
Cluster

Composite materials

Sweden’s national composite cluster offers fast-track R&D, prototyping, and pilot production to accelerate your go-to-market journey.
Industry

Smart Forestry

Combine abundant resources with tech-enabled, sustainable forestry and scale your solution across the EU.

Industry

Mining & minerals

From critical raw materials to fossil-free production, this region is at the heart of Europe’s next-gen industrial value chains.
Tech

Space science & tech

Leverage Esrange, the ESA Business Incubator, a growing satellite and launch ecosystem – right here in Northern Sweden.
Energy

100 % renewable energy

Get instant access to surplus green energy for your operations – a strategic and sustainable edge when expanding in Europe.
Testbed

Data centers & digital infrastructure

Test and optimize cloud, edge, and AI systems at RISE ICE — a full-scale datacenter testbed driving efficiency, sustainability, and next-gen innovation.

About Rise Ice

Our Softlanding Program

Enter Sweden and scale across Europe. Get hands-on support, access to testbeds, and introductions to investors, partners, and industry leaders — all while sustainably commercializing in one of Europe’s top innovation regions.

The program is designed for scaleups and established companies seeking entry into the European market, accelerated through a presence in northern Sweden and its industry-leading ecosystems.

Access North Sweden aims to connect you with the resources, opportunities and networks you need to succeed!

* Companies are responsible for their own travel and accommodation expenses.

Apply for the softlanding program

The program gives you:

Strategic matchmaking

Get access to key networks, investors, industry experts, suppliers, customers and partners, business leaders and accelerator programs
Access to facilities and ecosystem

Utilize office space, labs, and testbeds and demo opportunities in Luleå, Piteå, or Skellefteå
Operational support

Guidance on how to register your company, hire talent, visas, banking, and legal structures
Relocation guidance

Assistance with housing, cultural onboarding, and introductions to the local community
Experience northern Sweden

Discover the local culture, lifestyle, and environment that make this region a unique and attractive location for business and life!

Life in northern Sweden: Five seasons, midnight sun and arctic light.

The northern parts of Sweden makes up 23 % of California's land area.
Photo: Luleå Kommun

Your team will want to stay

Skellefteå, Piteå, and Luleå are compact, connected, and modern hubs for innovation. Your team can walk to work, live close to nature, and access world-class infrastructure within minutes. Relocating to Northern Sweden means more than doing business, it means living well.