Digital Technologies
In Östergötland Digital Technologies has a strong business culture with an innovation system characterized by high expertise.
Energy & Battery
Driven by regional ethanol and biogas production. The bioeconomy is a vital area with great growth potential, especially in energy.
Life Science
Supported by Linköping University, 40 regional companies, and a hospital at the forefront of medical innovational, with strengths in biomedical imaging, precision medicine, neurotechnology, cancer research, and digital health.
Materials
Materials is a strength, with cutting-edge research at Linköping University in semiconductors, printed electronics, metals, and thin-film tech.
Investor services
Region Östergötland offers a unique opportunity for companies to establish themselves and grow in a dynamic environment.
Why invest in Östergötland
Expect world-class innovation environments, including Science Parks and Mjärdevi, where companies grow alongside Linköping University.
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In focus
Region Östergötland participates in ADS Welcome Reception 2026Region Östergötland was honoured to participate in the Association of Diplomats Stockholm (ADS) Welcome Reception 2026, bringing together members of the diplomatic community, businesses, organisations and key stakeholders from across Sweden.
Region Östergötland at Swiss Nordic Bio 2026Region Östergötland participated in Swiss Nordic Bio 2026 in Zürich, one of the meeting places bringing together the Nordic and Swiss life science ecosystems. The conference provided an opportunity to promote Östergötland internationally, build new connections and explore opportunities for future collaboration.
Region Östergötland participates in South African delegation visitSouth African representatives visited Östergötland on 28-29 September to learn more about how innovation ecosystems can support research, entrepreneurship and regional growth. Region Östergötland participated in the programme and shared experiences from the region's work on innovation, business development and collaboration.
Östergötland showcases innovation and industry to German delegationOn 24 September, Region Östergötland welcomed a German business delegation to Linköping as part of a Swedish-German programme focused on lightweight engineering, advanced materials, and industrial innovation. The delegation included companies active in composite materials, additive manufacturing, engineering services, and advanced production technologies.
Forestry Investment Opportunities in ÖstergötlandThe paper, pulp, and packaging industry is an important part of the Swedish economy, built upon the country's vast forest resources. The sector creates thousands of jobs, generates significant export revenues, and plays a key role in Sweden's green transition.