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 high level of innovation.
UIC Build is for companies that have already validated their business idea and are now focusing on growth, securing funding, and market establishment. Through tailored business coaching, support in building sustainable teams, and strategic guidance, the companies gain the tools needed for long-term, sustainable growth—along with access to UIC’s extensive network of investors and experts.
The accepted companies represent an impressive breadth of innovations that improve everyday life. UIC’s business developers support entrepreneurs in taking the step toward commercial success and international markets.
Startups accepted into the spring business development program:
- Afterimagery AB is developing a new psychological treatment methodology with a focus on creating long-term, sustainable impact.
- AidMix AB has developed an AI-driven platform that matches companies with niche academic and industrial R&D experts. Through short, focused projects, companies gain access to the right expertise exactly when needed—without lengthy recruitment processes.
- BLEC AB addresses a frequently overlooked form of corruption, where sex is used as currency. Based on world-leading research from Uppsala University, BLEC provides tools that help organisations build cultures rooted in integrity, transparency, and professionalism.
- Effix AB is behind the platform Vips, which matches companies with reliable student staff for temporary assignments. By digitalising matching, booking, and administration, the staffing process becomes more efficient.
- Fife Aviation is building an autonomous, fully electric drone logistics network designed to standardise and accelerate the transport of parcels and mail—focusing on the future of sustainable logistics.
- Johan Lundberg AB offers specialist expertise in trenchless technology and operates within the infrastructure sector across Sweden. The company also conducts research in artificial intelligence applied to geotechnical engineering.
- Oyster AI AB is developing an AI platform for purchasing and comparing IT infrastructure, with the goal of putting customer needs at the centre and simplifying complex decision-making processes.
- Qallio.com is an AI-powered receptionist for small and medium-sized businesses. The platform answers calls and SMS messages around the clock, books appointments, and handles customer inquiries – helping businesses avoid missed opportunities and reduce administrative workload.
Over the course of three months, participants gain tools and knowledge to scale their businesses. The program is free of charge and designed to accelerate growth in startups across a wide range of industries. Participants receive individual coaching, business development support, networking opportunities, and help in securing funding.
“We look forward to providing the companies with the support they need to further develop their innovations and expand their networks. The program concludes with the companies exhibiting at UIC’s Spring Party in April, a great opportunity to get inspired and discover new business ideas, says Jessica Mansourati, Business Developer at UIC Build.