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Join a community for research-based technologies. Here, innovation turns into solutions that transform society.
business acceleration
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Access a curated network of industry experts to prepare for global expansion and enter new markets.
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Semiconductors
Access Sweden’s leading innovation cluster for semiconductors, find partners with the right skills and co-develop in the Electrum Laboratory.
Defence technology
Connect innovation with real defence needs. Work with established defence actors, adapt technologies for dual-use and meet collaboration partners.
Cybersecurity
Co-develop cybersecurity solutions that meet real-world demands. Test technologies in advanced labs and collaborate on solutions that address urgent security challenges.
Electrum Laboratory
Kista Science City is home to the Electrum Laboratory – Sweden’s leading innovation cluster for semiconductors. As a joint initiative between RISE and KTH, Electrum plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of advanced semiconductor technology. Here, cutting-edge research, collaboration and innovation converge. Electrum offers coworking spaces, expert consulting, cleanrooms with advanced equipment and the country’s largest testbed for industrialising semiconductors.
Find talent and competence
The ecosystem connects entrepreneurs, business leaders, researchers and students in the semiconductor field. Through initiatives like matchmaking and thesis fairs, it becomes easier to find partners with the right skills and make career paths more visible and attractive – ensuring a steady pipeline of new talent in the sector.
From research to market
With support programmes like Test Drive by Sting, early-stage companies receive coaching, funding opportunities and network access. For larger corporations and research groups, this creates more opportunities to collaborate on new ideas.
- Leading tech hub
- Strategic location
- Meeting infrastructure
- Multicultural environment
Strengthen Sweden’s position
Here you’ll find Sweden’s competence centre and an EU pilot line, operated by KTH through the EU Chips JU programme. These assets strengthen Sweden’s role in building strategic capacity in the EU – accelerating production, supporting talent development, and enhancing resilience.
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Discover the companies, researchers, and innovators shaping Sweden’s semiconductor future in Kista.
NXP Semiconductors Nordic AB
R&D
Box 1191SE-164 26 Kista
NXP Semiconductors Nordic AB
R&D
Box 1191SE-164 26 Kista
NXP Semiconductors Nordic AB
R&D
Box 1191SE-164 26 Kista
NXP Semiconductors Nordic AB
R&D
Box 1191SE-164 26 Kista
NXP Semiconductors Nordic AB
R&D
Box 1191SE-164 26 Kista
NXP Semiconductors Nordic AB
R&D
Box 1191SE-164 26 Kista
How it works
The access experts modules provide a solid foundation for global expansion. If you have completed one or more of the modules – or if you already have a certain level of maturity in areas such as sales and marketing – you can apply for support to access the UK, USA, Canada and Germany.
Access experts
Access a curated network of industry experts to prepare for global expansion and enter new markets.
Access markets
Fast-track your global market entry through tailored services. With help from experts you can meet customers, investors and partners abroad
Who this is for
The programmes are designed for tech entrepreneurs who have successfully navigated the early stages of the startup journey and are now focused on scaling operations. We focus on transformative innovations with the potential to drive industry and societal change.
Requirements:
- Team of 10 employees
- 20% annual revenue growth over three consecutive years
- Successfully raised seed capital
- Registered as a Swedish AB
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