Use Global Gateway to grow internationally

Global Gateway offers Swedish companies, particularly SMEs, a concrete pathway to expand internationally through EU funded projects, new partnerships and improved access to financing.

Access to new markets 

Global Gateway opens doors to low and middle-income markets across Africa, Latin America, Asia and beyond, creating opportunities for long term expansion, partnerships and investment. 

Access to financing 

Companies can benefit from a wide range of EU financial instruments, including: 

• Grants 
• Loans 
• Capital investments 
• Guarantees that unlock private financing 

 
These tools help reduce risk and improve competitiveness in international bids. 

Technology-driven growth 

Participate in projects that drive digital transformation, clean energy adoption and sustainable infrastructure. This helps Swedish companies stay ahead in sectors where global demand is rapidly increasing. 

Collaborative flagship projects 

Join EU driven flagship initiatives that bring together industry, governments and international partners. These projects strengthen innovation capacity and elevate your company’s visibility and reputation on the global stage. 
 
Key sectors in Global Gateway 

Global Gateway focuses on building sustainable systems across the following high-potential sectors: 

• Digital – Developing open, secure and resilient digital infrastructure 
• Energy – Investing in clean, reliable and climate-smart energy solutions 
• Transport – Modernising green, smart and secure transport networks 
• Health – Strengthening healthcare systems and local production capacity 
• Education & Research – Supporting inclusive, high-quality education and research ecosystems 
   

These sectors align closely with Sweden’s industrial strengths. Swedish companies are global leaders in innovation, sustainability and system-wide solutions, making Sweden a strong partner in EU flagship projects and development initiatives. 

Business Sweden has been assigned by the Swedish Government to support Swedish companies in taking advantage of opportunities within the EU’s Global Gateway initiative. Our role is to help companies understand how to engage, where relevant opportunities exist, and how to position Swedish expertise within EU driven projects.

What we do 

We help Swedish companies by: 

• Guiding them toward relevant Global Gateway flagship projects 
• Supporting understanding of EU frameworks, requirements and financing tools 
• Coordinating with Team Sweden actors to strengthen Swedish participation 
• Providing insights on market needs, partner-country priorities and EU agendas 
   

This work connects policy, trade and development, ensuring Swedish companies are well positioned to offer sustainable, competitive solutions in international projects.

We help Swedish companies navigate and compete in Global Gateway opportunities through: 
 

• Opportunity mapping – identifying relevant projects, tenders and partnership openings 
• Tender readiness support – understanding requirements, preparing documentation and strengthening your offer 
• Financing navigation – guidance on EU financing tools such as EIB, EBRD and EFSD+ 
• Local partner introductions – connecting you with trusted partners, authorities and stakeholders 
• Stakeholder engagement – coordinating with EU institutions, financiers and government actors 
• Positioning Swedish solutions – helping you present your capabilities effectively in flagship projects 
• Ongoing strategic support – continuous advice throughout the project lifecycle, from early scoping to implementation 
   

These services ensure Swedish companies can navigate the complexity of EU funded opportunities and strengthen their chances of winning international business.

Below are examples of current Global Gateway flagship projects with Swedish relevance. These illustrate the types of largescale initiatives where Swedish companies can contribute solutions, form partnerships, and take part in EUf unded opportunities: 

• Lobito Corridor – Africa 
  Transport & logistics; development of a major regional trade corridor. 
  https://globalgateway.swedenalliances.com/our-partners/lobito-corridor 

• Lumut Port, Malaysia 
  Sustainable port development and modernisation. 
  https://globalgateway.swedenalliances.com/our-partners/lumut-port-malaysia 

• Sonora Plan, Mexico 
  Renewable energy, green industrial transformation and sustainable value chains. 
  https://globalgateway.swedenalliances.com/our-partners/the-sonora-plan 

• Sustainable Transport Costa Rica 
  Clean mobility and climatealigned transport systems. 
  https://globalgateway.swedenalliances.com/our-partners/sustainable-transport-costa-rica 

Team Sweden brings together key Swedish actors to create a unified national offering, combining technical expertise, financing solutions, policy alignment, sustainability competence and export promotion. 
 

Through Team Sweden, Business Sweden collaborates closely with: 

• Government agencies 
• Development finance institutions (SEK, EKN, Swedfund) 
• Research institutes 
• Embassies and EU delegations 
• Industry partners 
   

This coordinated approach strengthens Sweden’s presence in EU flagship projects and ensures that Swedish capabilities match partner-country needs.

Read more about Team Sweden here: www.teamsweden.se