Two days. Hundreds of meetings and conversations. Perspectives from the business community, the public sector, academia, startups, and civil society. We returned home from Sweden’s Innovation Parliament with our heads full of thoughts, but perhaps above all with one feeling: the future won’t wait for our systems to be ready. Here are some of the insights that have stayed with … Read more
Is it possible to create more value from wood in an industry that has remained largely unchanged for over a century? By combining wood, design, and printing technology, the startup Scandinavian Woodprinting is developing wall coverings that serve both as building materials and finished surfaces, while also reducing the environmental impact of construction projects. The company develops designer wall coverings made of solid wood for homes, public spaces … Read more
BizMaker’s approach to working with startups, entrepreneurship, and sustainable innovation is attracting international interest. This week, a delegation from Thailand returned to Västernorrland to gain a deeper understanding of working methods that could now influence developments at 19 universities in Thailand. Two years ago, representatives from 19 universities in Thailand traveled around Europe … Read more
In Timrå, right in the heart of Sweden’s forest industry, RM Labs is emerging—a new innovation lab developing new ingredient solutions for the health food and food industries. Using cellulose and natural sweeteners, the company aims to create products that can make food both healthier and more sustainable. – A major challenge in the food industry today is reducing sugar consumption without compromising … Read more
How do you really know what’s in the forest—in detail? For forest owners and forestry companies, this is crucial for both financial performance and sustainability. Conifer Vision is developing an analytics platform that uses drone imagery and AI to map every single tree. – “The forest is one of the Earth’s most valuable resources, and we need to get better …” Read more
Sleipner Robotics develops unmanned ground vehicles and autonomous systems for environments lacking roads and infrastructure to navigate by. The technology relies on sensors, cameras, and AI-based systems that enable the machines to interpret their surroundings and navigate off-road terrain. Applications include, for example, clearing work, forest planting, or transport operations in mines.
Northern Sweden is in the midst of a rapid energy transition. At the same time, the need for new ways to produce, use, and save energy is growing. Now, the Energy Solution Challenge idea competition is launching, where entrepreneurs, researchers, and innovators can develop their ideas—and compete for up to 150,000 Swedish kronor in business support. The competition is seeking ideas that can contribute to smarter energy use, … Read more
BizMaker has been granted funding from Interreg Aurora for the international Northborne project. The goal is to develop a new business development support for startups and innovative companies in rural regions such as Västernorrland. Together with Finnish Centria and Nykarleby Innovation Center as well as Coompanion Västernorrland, the project will be developed in a cross-border collaboration between Sweden and Finland. The initiative is based on ... Read more
Cultural and creative industries are an increasingly important driver of the Swedish economy and are highlighted as a key force in the development of sustainable and attractive regions. The Re:Do project has now been given the green light to strengthen cultural and creative entrepreneurs in Västernorrland – and create a more sustainable, innovative, and attractive business community throughout the region. The project is being implemented by BizMaker, Västernorrland's ... Read more
The public sector needs better access to innovative solutions. That is why BizMaker, together with Bron Innovation, is launching a preliminary study to develop a model for a national GovTech incubator for startups, with the aim of strengthening the connection between public sector organizations and innovative companies. The preliminary study has now been granted funding by Vinnova. GovTech is about solutions that enable social actors to work smarter, faster, and... Read more
Mats Ullmar takes over as the new business area manager for BizMakers Science Park operations. With extensive experience in innovation, business development, and leadership, he will now be tasked with further developing BizMakers' offering and contributing to a stronger and more future-oriented business community in Västernorrland. Mats Ullmar will take up his position on March 1, 2026. "I am driven by creating tangible benefits for companies, ... Read more
BizMaker recruits Tomas Falkensson as a new business developer based in Sollefteå and Kramfors. The recruitment is part of Region Västernorrland's extra effort to strengthen local support for companies and individuals with innovative ideas. With Tomas Falkensson on board, BizMaker is strengthening its local offering in Sollefteå and Kramfors. The initiative is aimed at people who want to realize new business ideas, ... Read more
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