Helsingborg inaugurates new innovation district

The Swedish city of Helsingborg has officially launched its innovation district, a collaborative platform designed to boost innovation, research, and development. The district, a partnership between the City of Helsingborg, Lund University, Region Skåne, and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Southern Sweden, aims to foster cross-sector collaboration. 

Spanning from Helsingborg Central Station through the Oceanhamnen district to Lund University and the RecoLab development facility, the district connects businesses, academia, and public institutions. Key hubs include HETCH, Mindpark, Campus Helsingborg Lund University, RecoLab, and the Center for Innovation - Parken. 

Christian Orsing, Chair of the Executive Committee in Helsingborg, remarked, “For a long time, we have invested in the city's innovation efforts. Now, we are taking the next step in collaboration with academia and business to enhance the region's innovative capacity.” 

The district aims to establish Helsingborg on the international innovation map by promoting sustainable development and enhancing regional competitiveness. It supports over 300 actors, 4,000 students, and 5,500 employees, fostering a vibrant community of entrepreneurship and innovation. 

The inauguration included a broad programme of events and marked the launch of the district’s website, which showcases prominent investments and projects, along with a joint calendar of events.

The district is led by Zeynep Erdal, Head of Helsingborg Innovation District, who said: “By 2035 - I actually think we can make it by 2030 - we will be a global hub of excellence where innovation, research and entrepreneurship will thrive. We are not only building and attractive district and a vibrant community, we are bridging academia, public sector and businesses in one common platform".