Our areas of strength
In the Borås region, some industries have grown particularly strong. There is a world-class manufacturing industry, expertise in e-commerce and logistics, unique test beds for the automotive industry, and a textile industry with absolute excellence in circular design, textiles and fashion.
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textile
The Borås region is home to Europe’s absolute leader in circular design, textiles, and fashion, with Science Park Borås, the Textile Fashion Center, and the Swedish School of Textiles. Here, the textile industry has long been developing creativity, expertise, and innovation. Today, we are Northern Europe’s largest cluster in textile production, and here we have strong connections in transportation, distribution, and smart e-commerce solutions.
In the document below, you can read more about the textile value proposition of Sweden, Western Sweden, and the Borås region, as well as the investment opportunities available.
Automotive
The Borås region has extensive experience in the automotive industry and is home to several world-leading companies and suppliers with unique test beds for the future of vehicle safety. Among other things, the region is developing wireless communication systems, autonomous vehicles, and active safety systems. If you’re establishing a business or investing in our region will have direct access to the innovative cluster in research and development that is shaping the future.
Manufacturing industry
Here you'll find specialists in metal and plastic manufacturing, tool manufacturing, and suppliers to the automotive industry. We’re committed to an innovative and sustainable industry where you’ll always have easy access to networks, projects, and training opportunities. Here , your company will operate side by side with a world-class manufacturing industry.
Trade and logistics
The Borås region has a long history of commerce, which has now evolved into expertise in e-commerce and logistics. The region is home to distribution networks serving the Scandinavian countries, the Baltic states, and most of Eastern Europe. Virtually all well-known logistics companiesare representedhere . Together, we possess solid expertise in developing embedded systems, infrastructure, and cloud services, as well as mobile technology, logistics, and transportation. No matter what your company’s niche is, you’re close to the technology and logistics that will help you reach the world.
