Invest & Establish
Umeå offers ample opportunities for companies wishing to invest in breakthrough technology or those searching for a dynamic region in which to establish a new branch.
- Umeå is one of the fastest-growing cities in Sweden, having been awarded the ’Growth City of the Year’ designation in 2008.
- The population boasts a very high level of education - more than half of 25- to 64-years-olds have some form of higher education.
- The infrastructure is constantly being improved.
• Three major airlines provide service from Umeå to Stockholm and other domestic and international destinations.
• The new Botniabanan railway line, with high speed access to Stockholm, will be inaugurated in 2010.
• In conjunction with Botniabanan, the brand-new Nordic Logistic Centre will be completed to provide a hub for transport by sea, air, rail and truck.
- The low crime rate, even compared with other Swedish cities, makes it an ideal place to raise a family.
- With its proximity to nature and mountains, and a vast offering of sports and cultural events, it is easy to combine work and spare-time activities.
- Umeå has been selected as the European Capital of Culture for 2014.
Read more about why you should invest and establish in Umeå at
VIA´s website.
