When Thermo Fisher Scientific established its first bioanalytical laboratory in Europe, the company chose Gothenburg. Here, it found the right expertise, the right ecosystem, and close support from us at Business Region Göteborg.
We are pleased to expand our bioanalytical footprint in Europe — within the collaborative and innovative environment that GoCo Health Innovation City offers.
The case in brief
| Company: | Thermo Fisher Scientific |
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| Industry: | Life science |
| Challenge: | Speed, scalability, and scientific excellence within a collaborative life science environment. |
| Focus: | Rapidly establish its first European bioanalytical laboratory with access to top talent, a strong life science ecosystem, and low establishment risk. |
| Outcome: | New 2,700 sqm laboratory and up to 140 new jobs |
Why did Thermo Fisher choose Gothenburg?
Thermo came into contact our investment advisor, Iris Öhrn, who works with attracting and facilitating investments that strengthen the competitiveness of Gothenburg’s life science sector. Among other things, she helped Thermo build a strong business case for setting up the new European facility in Gothenburg. Through this work, we connected with companies seeking a European location that combined scientific excellence, collaboration and long‑term growth potential within life science.
The company chose Gothenburg due to the region’s strong life science cluster, proximity to universities and leading research environments, and excellent logistics supporting research, production and distribution. The dense life science ecosystem in Mölndal was a key factor, where GoCo Health Innovation City, together with AstraZeneca and the AstraZeneca BioVentureHub, offered an internationally competitive environment for collaboration, talent access and innovation.
Strategic importance for the region
We supported Thermo Fisher Scientific by showcasing the regional life science ecosystem, highlighting relevant partners and demonstrating the cluster’s growth potential, strategic location and international outreach. Our advisory support also helped make the establishment process simpler, faster and more predictable.
Thermo's bioanalytical lab strengthens the Gothenburg region’s life science ecosystem, creates jobs and increase the region’s long term attractiveness for international investment.
GoCo House in Mölndal
When companies choose the Gothenburg region, we ensure the process is smooth. Through tailored advisory services and industry insights, we supported Thermo Fisher Scientific in finding better conditions and broader networks to grow in the region.
Inquiry
Thermo Fisher Scientific needed a European location that offered strong access to talent, a dynamic research climate and favourable conditions for long‑term growth.
The goal was to rapidly establish an advanced bioanalytical laboratory capable of supporting drug development at all stages, while keeping the investment risk low and scalability high.
Solution
We provided tailored investment advisory services and acted as a coordinating partner throughout the establishment process. Beyond the top notch facilities and environment at GoCo Health Innovation City, it was important to connect the company to relevant parts of the regional life science ecosystem, including universities, research environments and established companies – to show the region’s potential beyond GoCo. Through market insights, guidance and continuous dialogue, we supported decision‑making, reduced risk and created a foundation for future investments in the region.
Result
The investment resulted in a 2,700 square metre bioanalytical laboratory in GoCo Health Innovation City that initially creates up to 140 highly qualified jobs in bioanalysis and clinical research.
Thermo Fisher Scientific’s presence fills a gap in the regional value chain and further strengthens Gothenburg’s position in areas like clinical trials.
Value impact
The investment generates spillover effects by creating conditions for indirect jobs, increased demand for regional expertise and stronger international interest that could lead to additional foreign companies joining the region's ecosystem.
Workprocess
This is how we supported the establishment of Thermo Fisher Scientific
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Needs analysis and advisory
We mapped Thermo Fisher’s needs and provided guidance on the region’s life science ecosystem, talent supply, and possible establishment pathways.
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Networking and connections
We opened doors to relevant research environments, universities, and potential partners, giving the company faster access to the ecosystem.
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Establishment support and launch
BRG provided market insights and guidance throughout the establishment process in GoCo Health Innovation City.
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Ongoing dialogue and expanded opportunities
Throughout the process, we maintained continuous dialogue and highlighted new opportunities in the region, ensuring confidence and stronger decision-making.
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5Invest and establishment
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Business Region Gothenburg offers a simple and secure establishment process in the Gothenburg region - tailored to your needs.
Meet Thermo Fisher
Thermo Fisher is a global life science company with more than 122,000 employees worldwide. The company is a global leader in laboratory equipment, clinical research, and services related to medicinal development. The Gothenburg operations complement the company’s global laboratory network and strengthen its European presence.
Headquarters: Massachusetts, USA
Global revenue: Over SEK 400 billion annually
Focus: Support for the development, testing, and commercialization of drugs and therapies
Customers: Companies in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and medical technology
Do you want to establish your company in the Gothenburg region?
Contact me for more information
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Iris Öhrn
Investment Advisor Contact me about: Establish and invest, Life Science
Life Science in Gothenburg
Gothenburg’s Life Science sector is growing rapidly, with strong research, world‑class clinical trials, and close collaboration between academia, healthcare, and industry. This is where global companies meet groundbreaking innovations.
At Business Region Göteborg, we support companies and investors who want to grow in the field. We provide insights, advice and open doors to test environments, networks, and expertise – helping you build long-term success in a region where ideas can quickly translate into patient benefit.
Published: May 12, 2026