Latest news and stories

International summit meetings are usually held in Stockholm. But when India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently met with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, it took place in Gothenburg – one of Europe’s most important cities for the grow…

The economic tendency for Gothenburg region remains stable, though disparities between different parts of the economy are becoming more pronounced. Commerce and the hospitality sector are performing strongly while the situation for construction and manufacturing companies remains weak.

The life science sector in Gothenburg is experiencing a period of strong growth and expansion. Now, leading private, academic and public stakeholders are setting a joint direction forward by establishing a common council to accelerate development. West Sweden, with Gothenburg as its regional capital…

Thermo Fisher Scientific officially opened its new bioanalytical and biomarker laboratory in Gothenburg on 19 May. The investment is expected to create up to 140 jobs and further strengthens Gothenburg and Sweden’s life science ecosystem. 

From AI and mobility to energy and communications, semiconductors are the foundation of modern technology. As Sweden and Europe look to strengthen the semiconductor industry, Gothenburg and West Sweden are well positioned to play a role in some key areas, shows a new report.

Today, leading Nordic companies and foundations announce the establishment of Nordic Compass, a new pan-Nordic industry alliance for resilience and competitiveness. The ambition is to move faster than current European process and turn Nordic industrial strengths into concrete initiatives, aligned be…

Between 4 and 7 May, Vitalis takes place in Gothenburg, the Nordic region’s leading meeting place for the future of health, care and social services. With a strong focus on eHealth, welfare technology and innovation, Vitalis brings together key stakeholders from the public sector, academia, politics…

Greencarrier and the City of Gothenburg have agreed on an ambition to create a long-term home for the Götheborg of Sweden at Masthuggskajen in central Gothenburg. The aim is for the ship to play a central role in a new historical visitor centre, due to open in 2031, and to help create a more vibrant…

Construction of Sahlgrenska Life, one of the largest investments in future healthcare in the Nordic region, is now officially underway. The project is part of the ongoing expansion and transformation of the life science and health cluster in central Gothenburg.

Volvo Cars has started production of the EX60 electric SUV at its manufacturing plant in Gothenburg. The new flagship model will boost the local economy and highlights the carmaker’s commitment to Sweden as a centre for vehicle development and production.

From shaping the future of 6G and quantum computing to powering threat detection for governments and fortune 100 companies around the world. Gothenburg’s businesses and researchers are not only following global tech trends—they are helping define them.

Norwegian health and technology company Abel has expanded into Sweden as its look to shape the future of workplace health. The company has chosen Gothenburg as its base for expansion.