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Andreas Wadström to help innovative companies strengthen Sweden’s defence capability
Andreas Wadström has a background as a military officer, entrepreneur and strategic advisor in defence, security and crisis preparedness. He now joins UIC, where he will lead UIC Defence and help innovative companies address critical challenges in defence and societal preparedness. In his role, Andreas will work closely with startups and entrepreneurs while strengthening collaboration…
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Three Innovative Startups Accepted into Local Accelerator Program
Waste monitoring, extending the shelf life of crops, and cultural event bookings – three new companies from very different industries have been accepted into UIC Accelerate. They will now receive professional support aimed at helping them grow both faster and smarter. Through UIC Accelerate, the companies receive tailored support from experienced business coaches, investors, and…
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From Tech Idea to Global Potential – 5 Questions for AirForestry’s CEO
AirForestry develops autonomous drones for sustainable forestry and is already seeing strong global demand. By replacing heavy forestry machinery with airborne systems, the company enables precise and gentle thinning without ground damage and with significantly reduced emissions. Now, Caroline Walerud steps in as CEO to scale the technology. The forestry industry is one of Sweden’s…
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Microsoft becomes UIC’s first industry partner – strengthening startups’ path to global markets
UIC is launching a new collaboration in the form of industry partnerships—an initiative designed to give startups and growth companies faster access to expertise, networks, and markets. The first partner is Microsoft Sweden, one of the world’s leading technology companies. “At its core, this is about helping entrepreneurs move forward faster. Through our platforms and…
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Award-winning startups and audience favorites in focus as UIC Spring Party brought together Uppsala’s innovation scene
Yesterday, more than 300 entrepreneurs, investors, partners, and innovation stakeholders gathered at Saluhallen in Uppsala for this year’s UIC Spring Party—an established meeting place to celebrate local successes and highlight the companies shaping the future. During the afternoon, three companies were appointed UIC Selected, and several awards were presented to innovative startups with the potential…
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Senior finance and strategy expert joins UIC to support growth companies
Oskar Lund has spent much of his career in places where consequential decisions are made: major financial institutions, investment ventures and high-growth companies navigating pivotal moments of expansion. Now, after more than two decades in finance, investing and business strategy, he has joined UIC, where he will work with Swedish scale-up companies looking to grow…
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Experienced entrepreneur takes growth companies to the next level
Maria Mattsson Mähl is an entrepreneur and business leader with extensive experience in building successful companies across multiple industries. Creating societal impact has been a consistent thread throughout her career. She now joins UIC as a Business Development Manager and Head of the UIC Accelerate program, where she will support innovative growth companies in scaling…
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Eight Startups ready for growth – companies building the future
Eight innovative companies have been accepted into the spring cohort of UIC Build, UIC’s business development program for startups ready to take the next step in their growth journey. The selected companies span a wide range of industries, including AI platforms, sustainable logistics, psychological treatment, and social innovation. Together, they demonstrate strong diversity and a…
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UIC Continues to be ranked by the Financial Times – among Sweden’s leading incubators
Uppsala Innovation Centre (UIC) is once again included in the Financial Times ranking Europe’s Leading Start-up Hubs 2026. In this year’s list, which includes 180 incubators and accelerators from across Europe, UIC ranks among the four leading incubators in Sweden. Rankingen, som tas fram av Financial Times i samarbete med Statista, baseras på en oThe…
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The Swedish Air Force and UIC enter strategic partnership for defence innovation
The Swedish Air Force and the business incubator UIC, Uppsala Innovation Centre, have entered into a unique partnership agreement to develop and strengthen Sweden’s military capability. Through this collaboration, UIC becomes part of the Swedish Armed Forces’ ambition to better leverage Sweden’s world-leading civilian innovation ecosystem. The partnership aims to lower the barriers for groundbreaking…
