A Spanish delegation is coming to Gothenburg Tech Week, and you’ll have the chance to meet them at a networking evening! This is a great opportunity for Swedish corporates, startups, investors and ecosystem actors interested in the Spanish market or in collaborating with Spanish companies. 

The delegation brings together top Spanish innovative startups and some of the country’s largest companies —Renfe, Repsol, Vicky Foods, Molins and Baskonia-Alavés Group— all actively looking for Nordic collaboration.

The format is social rather than stage-heavy: a short welcome from ICEX (Spain’s official trade and investment agency), quick pitches from each Spanish organization, then the evening opens up for conversation with a little pool and shuffleboard along the way.

The Spanish corporations you’ll meet:

• Baskonia-Alavés Group: Basque sports and innovation group exploring AI and emerging technology for athletic performance, fan engagement and operations.
• Molins: Construction materials group looking for Nordic innovation in sustainable construction and the circular economy.
• Renfe: Spain’s national railway operator, seeking Nordic solutions in mobility, digitalization and passenger experience.
• Repsol: Global energy company transforming its sites into multienergy hubs as part of its energy-transition strategy.
• Vicky Foods: Multi-brand food manufacturing group seeking Nordic innovation in food-tech, sustainability and production efficiency.

Please note, capacity is limited.

This event is organized by Ignite Nordic and ICEX as a side session of Gothenburg Tech Week 2026.

If you’re looking to explore innovation coming out of Southeast Asia, this is a good place to start.

A delegation of Malaysian startups is coming to Gothenburg Tech Week, and we’re bringing them together with Swedish corporates, investors and ecosystem actors for an informal lunch — pitches, conversations and the chance to discover what these companies are building.

The delegation covers a range of sectors including robotics, AI, logistics, manufacturing and retail tech.

The startups you’ll meet:

• Billion Prima — Passive radiation detection system for screening individuals, vehicles and cargo at borders and secure facilities.
• DF Automation & Robotics — Autonomous Mobile Robots for industrial material handling, built to reduce manual work, downtime and safety risks.
• Pomen Autodata — Fleet asset management platform automating maintenance scheduling, cost tracking and real-time monitoring.
• Robopreneur — Vision AI platform enabling robots to operate safely in hospitals, banks and industrial sites.
• Silentmode — Cloud-native point-of-sale platform for fuel retail, deployed at 2,500+ sites across Malaysia.

Agenda
11:30–12:00 Arrival & Lunch
12:00–12:30 Startup Pitches
12:30–13:30 Networking

This event is organized by Ignite Nordic and the Malaysian Research Accelerator for Technology & Innovation (MRANTI) as a side session of Gothenburg Tech Week 2026.

The DACH region is one of Europe’s most active hubs for energy innovation, home to a growing number of startups and scaleups developing solutions across the energy and industry value chains — from storage and efficiency to next-generation grid technology.

The second edition of the SWE-DACH Energy Bridge offers Swedish CVCs the opportunity to explore collaboration and investment possibilities with world-class startups based in DACH tackling tomorrow’s energy challenges.

This initiative will provide a unique opportunity to receive expert scouting of the DACH startup ecosystem and connect digitally with selected companies on December 1.

The initiative is funded by the Swedish Energy Agency and organized by Ignite Nordic in collaboration with dena – the German Energy Agency.

Please note, preliminary date and time.

Corporate Application

If you are a large company with operations in Sweden interested in engaging with startups from the DACH region, please contact Emma Kinell at emma.kinell@ignitenordic.org to learn more.

Startup Application

This event is exclusively for startups established in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Applications will open soon and run until November 1. The application link will be shared here. The startup participation is free of charge.
Please note that all matchmaking meetings are pre-booked and curated according to the participating corporates’ innovation needs. This is why we cannot guarantee that you will get any matches at this event.

From November 9-13, we are taking a selected group of Swedish startups to Brazil for a new edition of the Sweden–Brazil Innovation Week.

During the week, the selected startups will meet leading Brazilian companies, innovation actors, researchers, and decision-makers through a curated program of matchmaking meetings, site visits, roundtables, and networking activities designed to foster new business, innovation, and R&D&I collaborations.

Participating startups and scaleups should develop solutions in bioeconomy, life science & digital health, sustainable cities, sustainable mining and green metallurgy. Participating companies may also be eligible to apply for travel grants from Vinnova. 


Startup application
Please register your interest by submitting your application here by August 9.

Corporate application
If you are a large company based in Brazil interested in engaging with Swedish startups in a dedicated matchmaking session, please contact Sara Hamlin at sara@ignitenordic.org.

From October 5–9, we are taking a selected group of Swedish startups to Toronto for a new edition of the Sweden–Canada Innovation Days.

What’s in it for your startup?
Ten selected companies will have the opportunity to connect with leading Canadian corporates in-person, explore potential business and innovation partnerships, gain insights into the Canadian market and innovation ecosystem, and build relationships with potential customers, partners, investors, and other key stakeholders.

Delegation Program
Startups will participate in a five-day program in Toronto, including curated matchmaking meetings with Canadian corporates, participation in the Sweden–Canada Innovation Day conference, site visits and other networking activities.

Who can participate?
We are looking for Swedish late-stage startups and scaleups seeking international growth opportunities within advanced materials and the battery value chain.

Interested?
Submit your application here.
Deadline: Tuesday, June 30

Corporate application
If you are a large company based in Canada interested in engaging with Swedish startups in a dedicated matchmaking session, please contact Fredrika Germundsson at fredrika.germundsson@ignitenordic.org.

The Nordic-Singapore Innovation Days offers climate and deeptech startups and scaleups from Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Lithuania, Norway, and Sweden the chance to explore collaboration opportunities with leading companies from Singapore.

What’s in it for your startup?
Singapore serves as a strategic gateway to the APAC region, offering a unique platform for expansion. This is your chance to connect in 1:1, in-person meetings with corporations based in Singapore that are actively seeking groundbreaking technologies to address their innovation challenges. In addition, you will receive a curated overview of the Singaporean ecosystem, along with several pitching and networking opportunities, as well as 1:1 meetings with investors.

Which companies can you meet and what are they looking for?
The lineup of Singapore-based corporations includes: ATUM Ventures, Bosch, CapitaLand, CDL, HTX, KONE, ST Engineering, Thales, and Wilhelmsen.
They are looking for startups across a wide range of industries. Below, you’ll find the full list of technologies and solutions they are seeking.

Who can participate?
To be selected, startups and scaleups must demonstrate the following:

• Be ready to enter into a collaboration in Southeast Asia
• Be established in Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Lithuania, Norway, or Sweden
• Have a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) between 3 and 9

Corporate application
If you are a large company based in Singapore interested in engaging with Swedish startups in a dedicated matchmaking session, please contact Elijah Aldana at elijah.aldana@ignitenordic.org.

About the Nordic-Singapore Innovation Days

For the third consecutive year, we are bringing startups, investors, family offices, incubators, and ecosystem leaders from the New Nordics to Singapore. The delegation, taking place between October 26 and 30, aims to strengthen ties between these two regions at the forefront of climate innovation. The program includes participation in the Singapore Week of Innovation and Technology (SWITCH).
The Nordic-Singapore Innovation Days are organized by SISP – Swedish Incubators & Science Parks, Vinnova, Ignite Nordic, Startup Estonia, Innovation Agency Lithuania,, Nordic Innovation House – Singapore, Business Sweden, SG Innovate, Enterprise Singapore, EDB Singapore and the embassies of the Nordic countries in Singapore.

Click here for more information about this year’s Nordic-Singapore Innovation Days.

The participating organizations are looking for innovative solutions within these areas:

AEROSPACE & AVIATION
AI-Driven Aircraft Maintenance & Predictive MRO Solutions
Autonomous Systems Coordination & Fleet Management Software

CLIMATE & SUSTAINABILITY
Autonomous Water Cleaning & Algae Removal Systems
Climate Resilience & Environmental Impact Monitoring for Assets
Emissions Monitoring & Carbon Management Platforms
Integrated Odour Monitoring & Control Systems

CONSTRUCTION & REAL ESTATE
Advanced Window Films & Building Envelope Solutions
AI-Powered Real Estate Asset Tools
Circular & Low-Carbon Construction Materials Technologies
Energy Optimization & Efficiency Solutions for Buildings
Foliage Preservation Technologies for Interior Applications
Indoor Climate Control & Humidity Management Technologies
Smart HVAC, Lighting & Water Efficiency Technologies
Smart Indoor Green Wall Systems with Integrated Functions
Solar Solutions for Commercial Buildings
Sustainability Data & KPI Tracking for Real Estate Assets

CYBERSECURITY & CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
AI-Driven Threat Detection & SOC Augmentation Platforms
Deepfake Detection & Digital Identity Verification Technologies
ICS/OT Cybersecurity & Legacy Infrastructure Protection
Infrastructure Monitoring, Failure Detection & Predictive Analytics Systems
Spectrum Monitoring & Communications Security Solutions

ENERGY
Alternative Energy & Fuel Solutions for Remote, Off-Grid & Maritime Applications
Energy Management & Optimization Platforms for Multi-Source Systems

ENTERPRISE SOFTWARE & DIGITALIZATION
AI-Driven Enterprise Process Automation Platforms
AI-Powered Procurement & Legal Workflow Automation
Customer Experience Automation & Service AI Solutions
Enterprise AI Governance, Explainability & Workflow Automation

FACILITY MANAGEMENT
Autonomous Robotics for Building Operations, Maintenance and Inspection
Autonomous Service Robots for Visitor Assistance & Navigation
Digital Property & Facilities Management Platforms
IoT-Based Asset Monitoring, Predictive Maintenance & Damage Detection Systems
Multi-Robot Coordination & Human–Robot Interaction Systems
Robot-to-Infrastructure Integration & Elevator API Solutions

FOOD MANUFACTURING
Advanced Manufacturing for Marine Component Repair
Advanced Process Monitoring & Industrial Integrity Technologies
AI-Driven Food Quality Inspection & Assurance Systems
High-Barrier Sustainable Coatings for Paper Packaging
IoT-Based Food Drying Process Optimization

HEALTHCARE
AI-Driven Reproductive Outcome Prediction & Clinical Decision Support
Dysphagia-Compliant Nutritional Meal Solutions

HR
AR/VR-Based Maritime Training & Safety Solutions
Asset-Light Simulation on Crew Behaviour
Crew Experience & Retention Digital Platforms
Human–Machine Teaming & Decision Support Systems

INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING
Advanced Materials for Lightweight, High-Strength & Cost-Efficient Manufacturing
AI-Driven PLC Programming & Industrial System Optimization
Large-Scale Additive Manufacturing for On-Demand Production & MRO

MARITIME & LOGISTICS OPERATIONS
Autonomous & Drone-Based Maritime Operations Systems
Digital Trade, Payment & End-to-End Logistics Platforms
Maritime Inspection, Survey & Infrastructure Monitoring Technologies
Port Orchestration & Digital Operations Platforms
Real-Time Fleet Safety & Maritime Operations Management Systems
Subsea Communications & Networking Technologies

PUBLIC SAFETY & SECURITY
Advanced Power & Energy Management for Autonomous Systems
Advanced Vehicle, Maritime & Tactical Systems Technologies
Autonomous Inspection & Operations in Hazardous Environments
Autonomous Multi-Domain Robotics Systems (Air, Ground, Maritime)
Swarm Intelligence & Autonomous Coordination Software

QUANTUM APPLICATION
Advanced Sensing Technologies for Inspection & Predictive Diagnostics
Quantum Sensing for Navigation & Positioning in GPS-Denied Environments

RECYCLING & WASTE
Automated E-Waste Disassembly & Material Recovery Systems
Waste-to-Value Conversion Technologies for Biomass Residues

URBAN INFRASTRUCTURE & PUBLIC SERVICES
Autonomous Outdoor Cleaning & Maintenance Robotics

Hur kan olika innovationsprojekt inom offentlig sektor samarbeta för att stärka och accelerera innovation?

Vi bjuder in dig som arbetar inom offentlig sektor eller innovationssystemet till ett digitalt erfarenhetsmöte den 4 mars, där vi delar insikter från tre projekt i Norrland som samarbetade under en matchmaking i Umeå för att skapa största möjliga effekt.

Under erfarenhetsmötet kommer vi diskutera:

• Hur kan vi som ekosystem för innovation samarbeta för största möjliga effekt?
• Blir det inte svårare när vi ska samarbeta över projektgränserna?

Dessa tre projekt är:
Botnia Green Energy – Ett projekt som ska stimulera gränsöverskridande samarbete och investeringar i hållbara energilösningar i det geografiska området runt Kvarken. Det drivs bland annat av North Sweden Cleantech-plattformen, där Skellefteå Science City, Arctic Business, Piteå Science Park, Uminova Innovation och Bizmaker deltar.
Klimatfärdplanen – Ett projekt som drivs av Umeå kommun, där ett 60-tal aktörer ställer sig bakom kommunens lokala klimatmål, inklusive målet att Umeå ska vara klimatneutralt 2040.
Innovationspiloter för omställning – Ett regionalfondsprojekt som drivs av Uminova Innovation i samarbete med Umeå kommun och Skogstekniska klustret. Projektet ska driva komplexa piloter i samarbete med andra satsningar, varav de två ovan nämnda är några.

Medverkar gör:
Ellen Grahn, Innovationsledare Umeå Kommun
Jenny Åkermark, Umeå kommun och Botnia Green Energy
Maria Olofsson, Uminova Innovation och Ignite Sweden

Denna ERFA är en del av de löpande träffar för erfarenhetsutbyte som Ignite Sweden leder för offentliga aktörer. Syftet är att dela erfarenheter för att stärka offentlig sektors arbete med innovation.

Welcome to Open Office Hour, come speak to us on March 9! 

We at Ignite exist to support startups reach commercial collaborations. We want to hear from you!

Sign up to speak to us in person and talk about:

• How we can better support your business
• Learn more about our process
• Share a bit about your company
• Answer and questions you have
• Have a coffee!

The Open Office Hours will be in the following locations with the following team members:

Malmö: Minc with Startup Community Manager Elijah Aldana
Gothenburg: Stena Center with Matchmaking Project Manager Filip Tiderman
Stockholm: Combient Zenit with Director of Strategic Partnerships Regina Summer
Örebro: Örebro University with Tech Lead Michell Hanna
Västerås: B26 with Key Partner Manager Niklas Sikström and our friends at Create Business Incubator

We ask that you register below so we know how much coffee to brew (and tell you how to get in)!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Applications for Sustaintech Matchday are now closed!

Collaboration is key to achieving a fossil-free future! Fourth edition of Sustaintech Matchday on November 28 in Stockholm will connect startups with solutions within energy and sustainability with corporates and public organizations.

At this matchmaking event, startups and scaleups with climate technologies and solutions with energy and sustainability relevance will have the opportunity to be matched with corporations and public organizations that have expressed prior interest in meeting your company. If the initial meeting proves successful, there will also be an opportunity for a follow-up meeting in the afternoon.

Sustaintech Matchday is arranged by Ignite Sweden and Sting in collaboration with KTH Innovation, KTH Holding and THINGS as part of the Sustainable Energy Action, funded by the Swedish Energy Agency.

Please note that this is an in-person event and meetings cannot be conducted online. Time is preliminary.

Applications for Sustaintech Matchday are now closed.

Our biggest matchmaking of the year is returning March 21-23, 2023! Sweden Innovation Days will connect corporates from ten countries to startups with innovative solutions to their specific needs. 

Back for its third year, this matchmaking offers a unique opportunity for corporates, startups and public sector organizations from Sweden, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, India, Israel, Japan, South Korea, and the USA to meet and potentially create new business collaborations together. 

The event will again focus on how innovation can increase environmental, social and economic sustainability. See below for a full list of the key areas we are looking for solutions within.

With 420+ planned meetings across all three days, between at least 60 corporates and 180 startups, Sweden Innovation Days is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your international business connections. 

Apply via the forms linked below. Please note that only startups and corporates from the ten participating countries are eligible for this event. 

Deadline for corporates has now closed.

Deadline for startups has now closed

We are looking for solutions within:

Sweden Innovations Days are organized by Vinnova – Sweden’s innovation agency together with Energimyndigheten – the Swedish Energy Agency, Formas – a Swedish research council for sustainable development, SISP, Ignite Sweden, Business Sweden and AI Sweden.

The matchmaking is a part of the wider Sweden Innovation Days conference. This wider event will offer a platform for digital and physical meetings such as workshops, fireside chats, networking, knowledge sharing and matchmaking sessions as well as practical information about future network and funding opportunities. Find out more about the conference at www.swedeninnovationdays.se