Six companies that have received business development support from UIC – Uppsala Innovation Centre have been named on Ny Teknik’s prestigious 33 List for 2026. With innovations spanning several industries, these companies demonstrate the creativity, ambition and potential of Sweden’s emerging tech sector.
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Seeing six UIC-supported companies recognised on this year’s list is something we are particularly proud of. Behind every innovation are years of hard work, determination and a drive to develop new solutions to real-world challenges.
At UIC, it’s especially rewarding to follow these companies on their journeys and see their achievements recognised on a national level.
Recognition for years of hard work
For Traktorarvid, which develops autonomous electric tractors, this is the first time on the 33 List. Founder Arvid Örde describes the recognition as a meaningful milestone after years of dedication.
“This is our first time on the 33 List, and it feels incredibly rewarding after putting so much time and effort into the company. Being able to contribute to a technological shift in agriculture, an industry I’ve worked in my entire life, is fantastic. Knowing that others appreciate what we’re doing makes me proud. It’s amazing to be recognised alongside so many outstanding companies.” – Arvid Örde, founder of Traktorarvid
For SampleFacts, which develops technology to protect blood samples even under challenging conditions, this is the second time the company has been recognised.
“We’re incredibly happy to receive this recognition for the second time. It’s a real mark of quality and shows that our progress is being noticed. We’ve made a significant leap forward in our development over the past year.” – Maryam Poorafshar, CEO of SampleFacts
Northern Waves also highlights the importance of having its work recognised. Pepe Rico describes the achievement as a recognition of the entire team’s efforts.
“It feels really good to see Northern Waves on the 33-list, alongside companies that have become leading names in Swedish tech. We’ve put a lot into building this company, and I’m proud of what the whole team has achieved so far. It’s a great boost for all of us, and we’re only getting started!” – Pepe Rico, Northern Waves
Six companies on this year’s 33 List have received support from UIC:
All six companies have benefited from UIC’s business development support through different programmes, from early-stage development to continued growth.
- Northern Waves – develops and 3D prints advanced antennas and components for applications including the space industry and telecommunications. The company is currently participating in UIC Accelerate and has previously taken part in ESA BIC.
- Rebaba – gives used electric vehicle batteries a second life by transforming them into energy storage systems. The company previously participated in UIC Startup.
- Traktorarvid– develops autonomous electric tractors to make agriculture more sustainable and efficient. The company is currently participating in UIC Accelerate.
- PixlBio – combines automated laboratories, cell analysis and AI to make drug development more efficient. The company previously participated in UIC Accelerate.
- SampleFacts – develops solutions to protect blood samples, even in challenging conditions and environments. The company is currently participating in UIC Accelerate.
- Vimotek – develops sensors and simulation tools that enable safer operations between satellites in space. The company previously participated in UIC Defence.
Published annually by Ny Teknik, the 33 List highlights Sweden’s most promising young tech companies. To qualify, companies must be based on proprietary innovation, be no older than seven years, and remain unlisted. The selection also considers how the company’s innovation aligns with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.