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Sweden offers the conditions to establish and scale battery operations at industrial level. Companies benefit from fossil‑free energy, strong engineering expertise, and a well‑connected ecosystem that supports investment across the entire battery value chain. Sweden gives you:
Sweden offers a complete battery value chain that supports both large‑scale manufacturing and emerging technologies. Companies can establish, expand, or partner across multiple stages of the value chain, supported by industrial infrastructure, research environments, and a strong focus on circularity and long‑term resilience. Opportunities across the battery value chain include:
Mining, refining, and processing of critical battery materials, supported by established industrial operations and access to fossil‑free energy.
Development and production of anodes, cathodes, electrolytes, separators, and related technologies serving both European and global markets.
Pilot lines and industrial facilities that enable scale‑up from development to commercial production.
Integrated solutions for battery packs and systems, close to OEMs and application developers.
Batteries for vehicles, industrial equipment, energy storage, and mobility solutions, combined with advanced power electronics and software.
Second‑life solutions and recycling processes that support compliance, resource efficiency, and long‑term sustainability.
Sweden’s battery ecosystem is organised around a small number of industrial hubs, each with distinct strengths across the battery value chain. This makes it possible to establish operations close to suppliers, talent, infrastructure, and end‑markets – while benefiting from national coordination and support.
The process and energy hub (Northern Sweden)
This hub brings together energyintensive industries, materials processing, and largescale production. It offers access to fossilfree power, industrial sites, and logistics infrastructure suited for early and midstream battery activities.
Typical activities include raw materials, processing, cell manufacturing, and recycling.
The power system and R&D hub (Central Sweden)
Central Sweden combines advanced research environments with strong capabilities in power systems, automation, and testing. The hub supports companies moving from development to industrial scale, as well as those establishing R&D‑driven operations.
Typical activities include battery R&D, pilot lines, testing, systems integration, and software‑enabled solutions.
The mobility and application hub (Western Sweden)
Western Sweden focuses on battery applications and integration, with close links to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), mobility developers, and export infrastructure. The hub is well suited for companies working with packs, applications, and customer‑facing solutions.
Typical activities include module and pack assembly, vehicle integration, industrial applications, and energy storage systems.
Niche regions
Other parts of Sweden complement the main hubs with expertise in areas such as materials innovation, nano‑science, and advanced manufacturing. These regions provide additional options for companies seeking specialised capabilities or proximity to European markets.
Sweden offers clean power, high grid reliability and Europe’s most complete battery value chain. Discover locations, capabilities and emerging technologies across the ecosystem.
Download the guide and explore the opportunitiesSweden offers a range of opportunities for companies looking to establish, expand, or restart battery‑related operations. Whether you are entering the European market for the first time or scaling an existing presence, the ecosystem supports investments across different stages, technologies, and business models. Typical investment and expansion opportunities include:
Industrial sites and infrastructure suitable for new battery facilities, as well as existing assets that can be repurposed or expanded.
Environments that support the transition from development and pilot lines to commercial manufacturing.
Opportunities to increase capacity, add new processes, or integrate additional steps in the battery value chain.
Facilities and sites with restart plans in place, offering faster time to operation for new owners or partners.
Collaboration opportunities with established industrial players, technology providers, and research organisations.
We support international companies throughout the establishment and expansion process in Sweden. We work as a long‑term partner, helping you navigate local conditions, reduce risk, and move efficiently from planning to operation. We work closely with public authorities, innovation agencies, and Nordic partners to ensure coordinated support throughout the establishment and expansion process. Our support includes:
Our role is to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. Support is tailored to your needs and provided in close dialogue, ensuring that the right expertise and partners are involved at each stage.
Sweden supports investments across the battery value chain, including materials and components, cell development and manufacturing, systems integration, energy storage, recycling, and next‑generation technologies.
Timelines vary depending on project scope, location, and permitting requirements. Business Sweden helps companies understand realistic timelines and coordinate with relevant stakeholders early in the process to reduce uncertainty.
Yes. Sweden’s power system offers high reliability and large‑scale fossil‑free electricity, making it well suited for energy‑intensive industrial operations, including battery manufacturing and materials processing.
Yes. Business Sweden supports companies with site selection, stakeholder coordination, and high‑level guidance on permitting processes, working closely with regional and national partners.
Companies may be eligible for various forms of support related to industrial establishment, innovation, sustainability, and infrastructure. Business Sweden helps you understand which options may be relevant and how to navigate the process.
