Swedish society is often described as one that encourages individualism, creativity and cooperation. Team work and cooperation is crucial and highly valued at any Swedish company, university and organisation.
There are plenty of creative networking solutions that merge for example university research with start-up companies and established technology conglomerates. THINGS® is a co-working space at the campus of KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm. Hardware-oriented start-ups that work in areas like wearable technology and smart grid technologies gain access to prototyping and testing capabilities.
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Space tech and defence tech are converging rapidly, driven by advancements in deep tech and strong investments. These fields are sharing markets, capabilities, and talent like never before. Building on this momentum, THINGS is expanding the Nordic Space Summit into a broader, more impactful event: the Nordic Space & Defence Summit (NSDS26).
This initiative began with a Nordic collaboration in space tech in September 2024. Each Nordic country recognized that individually they are too small for global scale. However, together with the Baltics, they can attract more resources and build world-class support for tech companies. The 2025 summit was a test—it succeeded and unveiled a strong synergy with defence tech. The 2026 event expands on these findings.
Expect two high-energy days packed with business opportunities, starting after lunch on March 18 and closing on March 19 afternoon. The program is rich with networking dinners, domain-specific matchmaking, exhibitions, and a main-stage program. Engage with startups, corporates, investors, media, and public agencies—all crucial for visibility and innovation in the New Nordic ecosystem.
The summit style is like a startup event, featuring short presentations and strong networking opportunities. Attendees will benefit from keynotes by industry leaders, insights from experts and policymakers, and startup pitches. An innovation award ceremony and a premium business mingle will cap off day one, fostering collaboration across sectors.
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