We drive the mobility of the future
The growth zone between Gothenburg and Oslo is characterised by its great ability to innovate and a constant focus on technological development. This has allowed us to stay relevant for international companies throughout 170 years of technological development and production in areas such as ships, vehicles and aerospace. Now that we’re helping the automotive industry transition toward sustainable mobility and completely new business models, we can rely on our drive, motivation and long experience.
Find the knowledge that sets the world in motion
The region’s ability to attract and retain skilled personnel through all the historical technological changes is manifested by its many technology consulting firms. The proportion is actually twice as large as the Swedish national average. We can also take pride in the many thriving, international companies in sustainable industrial development and mobility who choose to invest here.
The region is a vehicle and mobility cluster that brings together competencies from a wide range of suppliers, manufacturers and scientists. The proximity of University West, Innovatum Science Park and technology-intensive companies ensures know-how is always close at hand. There is a good supply of highly skilled industrial labour with a long tradition of working in the automotive and other complex industries. And it’s the birthplace of Swedish hydroelectric power. Access to sustainable energy is second nature to us. We welcome you to a region that is always moving forward.
- In 2023, the world’s first electric motor megafactory for heavy vehicles was built in Åmål. Dana, a major American company, is behind the SEK 500 million investment. The factory is built next to the Dana subsidiary Spicer Nordiska Kardan, one of Åmål’s oldest companies.
- Energikontor Väst, part of Innovatum Science Park, runs networks and projects together with public organisations and industry with the aim of promoting energy transition.
- As part of the project "Fossil Free Border Region 2030," there is now a focus on a robust expansion of the charging infrastructure in the region. The project is a collaboration between the Fyrbodal Municipal Association and the Norwegian Viken County Municipality. The aim is to become a world leader in fossil-free transportation by 2030.
- Polestar established a new development and testing operation in the Innovatum District in Trollhättan in the spring of 2022. The company manufactures electric cars in the performance segment and is continuing its global expansion with several new vehicle models.
- Under Fossilfri Gränsregion 2030, a fossil-free fuel project, investments are being made in a major expansion of the region’s charging infrastructure. The project is a collaboration between Fyrbodal’s federation of local governments and Norwegian Viken municipality. The aim is to become the world leader in fossil free transportation by 2030.
