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As a driving force for innovation and collaboration, we create the conditions for sustainable growth, where business and society develop together. Together, we build a place where ideas can grow, and solutions for tomorrow take shape today.

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Drone

21 Aug 2026

New drone detection technology tested in Skellefteå

Unauthorized drones can pose a risk to both aviation and critical infrastructure. During Society Expo 2026, a system for detecting and locating drones was tested in central Skellefteå. The aim was to build knowledge about the technology and explore how different stakeholders can respond when an unauthorized drone is detected.

Drone

20 Aug 2026

Apply for funding to test your solution at Skellefteå Droneport

Does your company have an innovative solution that needs to be tested in a real world environment? Small and medium sized enterprises can now apply for funding from Vinnova for testing and demonstration. Skellefteå Droneport could be the test environment where you take the next step towards the market.

Mobility

20 Aug 2026

Arctic Aviation Hub test environments take key roles in three new projects

The recently approved projects will explore new solutions for aviation, autonomous systems and sustainable transport, using Arctic Aviation Hub’s test environments for development and testing.
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Green Transition through Innovation and Collaboration

Skellefteå Science City plays a key role in driving the green transition forward by actively promoting innovation and sustainable growth – locally, regionally, and nationally. We support companies and industries that develop new solutions within our focus areas: circular industry, sustainable mobility, the society of the future, innovation & growth, and digital & cutting-edge technologies.

Through our projects, programs, clusters, and testbeds, we enable companies to integrate sustainability principles into their business models, thus contributing to reducing their carbon footprint.

An important part of our strategy is to create platforms for collaboration between various stakeholders – businesses, academia, and the public sector – to jointly develop innovative solutions that support a sustainable future.

Skellefteå Science City acts as a catalyst for the green transition by creating conditions for sustainable and climate-smart development. Through our initiatives, we support businesses and industries in remaining competitive in a global market where sustainability is becoming increasingly important. At the same time, we ensure that our region continues to be at the forefront of both innovation and sustainability.

  • This is where the green transition gains momentum!