Sweden-India Business Council

22/05/2026

𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗶: 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗕𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 🇸🇪🇮🇳🚀

Sweden-India Business Council is proud to partner with ImagiNxt: India’s Festival of Technology & Innovation.

Bringing together 10,000+ attendees, 250+ startups, investors, policymakers, enterprises and innovators from across the world, ImagiNxt has become a key platform shaping conversations around AI, deep tech, digital infrastructure and future industries.

This year, Sweden-India Business Council is bringing a strong Swedish delegation to ImagiNxt, with leaders from the Swedish innovation ecosystem taking the stage:

🔹Noi Cecilia Oldne, Venture Catalyst & Chief India Representative, Sweden-India Business Council
🔹 Emma Rozada, Founder, Nexular & interplanetary species
🔹 Joachim Samuelsson, CEO, Crunchfish AB
🔹 Elise Lilliehöök, CEO & Co-Founder, Mingla

Through Sweden-India Tech Community (SITEC), led by Noi Cecilia Oldne, we work closely with India’s technology, AI, investment and public-sector ecosystem to foster meaningful partnerships between Sweden and India.

At a time when India is rapidly emerging as a global innovation hub, platforms like ImagiNxt create valuable opportunities for cross-border collaboration, investment, market access and knowledge exchange.

Sweden-India Business Council remains committed to strengthening the Sweden-India innovation corridor by connecting startups, enterprises, investors, policymakers and ecosystem leaders across both countries, transforming dialogue into long-term collaboration and impact.

17/05/2026

India’s Prime Minister has now arrived in Gothenburg for his two-day visit to Sweden - his first visit to the country since 2018.

The visit comes at an important time for India, Sweden, and Europe, as collaboration accelerates around Al, innovation, technology, trade, green transition, advanced manufacturing, startups, and future industries.

Over the coming two days, Gothenburg becomes an important meeting point for dialogue, partnerships, and future-focused collaboration between our ecosystems.
Looking forward to seeing the momentum this visit creates for deeper Sweden-India ties across business, innovation, and investment.

14/05/2026

Exciting opportunity for Swedish manufacturers with an eye on India!

Sweden-India Business Council, in collaboration with Inara Advisors, is organising a high-level Manufacturing Delegation to India August 31 - September 4, 2026.

Led by Håkan Kingstedt, the Chairman of Sweden-India Business Council, the delegation will take Swedish industry leaders on a structured visit across India’s most dynamic industrial corridors: Chennai, Bengaluru, and Pune-Chakan.

Participants will be exploring:
🏭 Visits to leading manufacturing and R&D facilities
🤝 Meetings with OEMs, large manufacturers & key stakeholders
⚙️ Discussions on supplier localisation, workforce strategy & investment pathways
🌏 Exposure to India’s automotive, electrification, automation & logistics ecosystems

India is rapidly emerging as a global manufacturing and export hub and Swedish industry’s strengths in advanced engineering, automation, and sustainability align powerfully with this growth story.

Whether you are considering setting up operations, expanding your footprint, or gaining a clearer understanding of India’s manufacturing landscape, this delegation offers a valuable, first-hand perspective.

📅 August 31 - September 4, 2026
📍 Chennai | Bengaluru | Pune-Chakan

🔗 Register here: https://sibc.glueup.com/event/manufacturing-delegation-to-india-177172/

For enquiries, email [email protected]

12/05/2026

Exciting conversations yesterday at Soho House Mumbai.

Cecilia Oldne, Chief India Representative of the Sweden–India Business Council (SIBC), met up with Sven Östberg, Consul General of Sweden in Mumbai, to discuss the growing momentum across the Sweden–India business corridor — with a particular focus on Maharashtra and Goa.

The discussions covered opportunities around the India–EU FTA, investments, tech, AI, innovation, entrepreneurship, and upcoming India-to-Sweden and Sweden-to-India delegations and collaborations — as well as Mumbai’s important role as both the financial and entertainment capital of India.

They also discussed the upcoming ImagiNxt conference taking place on 22–23 May in Mumbai, where several SIBC members and partners will be speaking and participating on stage.

Sven also learned more about the Sweden India Tech Community (SITEC), one of the initiatives Cecilia runs. Soon celebrating 10 years, SITEC has grown into the strongest and most active platform connecting Sweden and India across tech, AI, startups, corporates, investors, academia, media, government, and innovation ecosystems.

Also discussed were delegations, events, and initiatives taking place throughout the year — including within manufacturing, life sciences, tech and AI, and family offices.

Also in the picture is Dominique Westaway of Soho House & Co Mumbai. A Sweden–India collaboration and event connecting the two ecosystems at Soho House is already in the making…

As one of the world’s most active country-to-country business organizations, SIBC continues to stay at the forefront of strengthening the partnership between Sweden and India.

Reach out if you’d like to know more about what’s brewing across the Sweden–India corridor — and how you can get involved! 🇸🇪🇮🇳

09/05/2026

Happy Pilots’ Day to the incredible team at Emirates.

And also - congratulations to Emirates on being the most profitable airline in 2025 and for always putting safety and comfort first.

As a valued partner of the Sweden-India Business Council (SIBC), we appreciate their continued commitment to excellence and wish the Emirates team continued success ahead!

From departure to arrival, the sky is theirs to command. ✈️

Happy World Pilots Day. 👨‍✈️👩‍✈️

07/05/2026

Big goals need bold ex*****on — and the right platforms to make them happen.

As a founding partner of Bharat1.ai, Sweden-India Business Council is excited to support the launch of Bharat1.ai in Bangalore.

Bharat1.ai is an ambitious AI ecosystem bringing together innovators, startups, researchers, industry leaders, investors, and policymakers to help build real-world AI solutions for India and beyond.

This initiative marks an important step forward — moving from ideas and discussions to real ex*****on and high-impact solutions for India’s growth journey.

What makes this especially powerful is the collaboration potential. Sweden’s strengths in innovation, sustainability, and advanced technologies align strongly with India’s scale, talent, entrepreneurial energy, and digital momentum.

Our Chief India Representative, , attended the launch alongside several members and partners from Sweden-India Business Council (SIBC) community — reflecting the growing momentum around Sweden–India collaboration within AI and emerging technologies.

“India and Sweden each bring unique strengths to the table. When Sweden’s innovation mindset meets India’s scale, talent, and entrepreneurial energy, we have the opportunity to co-create solutions with real global impact.” -

At Sweden-India Business Council (SIBC), we see this as more than participation, it’s about helping build long-term collaboration, partnerships, and globally relevant ecosystems.

01/05/2026

Manufacturing in India Is Accelerating and Why Swedish Companies Should Take Note 🇮🇳🇸🇪

On 16 April, the Sweden-India Business Council hosted an executive roundtable with senior leaders from companies, partners, and organisations on “Manufacturing in India: The Decision-Making Process.”

The session was led by Chairman Håkan Kingstedt, with insights from Bo Thörn, former President of Saab FFV Ordnance, alongside legal expert Nandish Vyas and FDI advisor Varda Taneja.

Key considerations for setting up manufacturing in India 📊
• Clearly define your objective. Are you targeting the Indian market, global exports, or both?
• Build a strong business case based on realistic cost structures, investment planning, and market intelligence
• Evaluate infrastructure and location early. State-level policies, incentives, and ecosystems can significantly impact outcomes
• Plan for localisation and regulatory navigation from the outset

India has made significant progress in building a competitive manufacturing environment.

🚀 The EU-India Free Trade Agreement concluded in January 2026 will further accelerate this momentum. Tariff reductions across a majority of sectors will improve cost competitiveness and strengthen India’s position as a manufacturing base for both domestic consumption and exports to Europe.

To support this opportunity, Sweden-India Business Council will be leading a Manufacturing Delegation to India from 31 August to 4 September 2026, covering key industrial hubs including Chennai, Bengaluru, and Pune-Chakan.

More details to follow soon. If you are exploring manufacturing in India, feel free to reach out.

Early movers will shape the next phase of growth!

30/04/2026

Sweden-India Business Council extends its warmest and most heartfelt congratulations to Carl XVI Gustaf on the occasion of his 80th Birthday 🎂

His Majesty has long been a patron of Swedish enterprise and international cooperation, embodying the values of innovation, sustainability, and partnership that define Sweden’s standing in the global community. These are values that has sought to advance across the India–Sweden corridor for over two decades.

The image shared here captures a special moment from the State Visit to India in December 2019 by His Majesty and Queen Silvia, a landmark visit that further strengthened the deep ties between Sweden and India, fostering collaboration across business, innovation, and culture.

On behalf of our entire community across Sweden and India, we wish His Majesty continued good health, joy, and happiness in the years ahead.

Många hjärtliga lyckönskningar på födelsedagen, Ers Majestät!

30/04/2026

The India Strategy for Business Region Göteborg Presented 🇮🇳🇸🇪

April 14 marked the presentation of ’s India Strategy, an important milestone in strengthening the ties between India and the Gothenburg region. It was held in presence of H.E. Anurag Bhushan, Ambassador of India to Sweden.

Over the past year and a half, we have worked closely with Business Region Göteborg AB (BRG) to develop a dedicated India strategy.

Gothenburg’s unique position, home to Sweden’s largest Indian professional community, a strong industrial and technology base, and increasing two-way investments with India, has underscored the need for a more structured and forward-looking approach to support regional growth.

Building on this foundation, BRG and the Sweden-India Business Council (SIBC) have jointly shaped a strategy focused on deepening collaboration. The ambition is to attract Indian companies to Gothenburg, support local businesses expanding into India, and strengthen overall trade, investment, and partnerships between the two markets.

Within this framework, BRG will focus on positioning Gothenburg as a leading hub for innovation and sustainability, particularly in sectors such as automotive, green technology, life sciences, and ICT.

Sweden-India Business Council will complement this by enabling business connections, offering market insights, and supporting companies in navigating the complexities of India-Sweden collaboration.

27/04/2026

Sweden-India Business Council (SIBC) is delighted to announce the appointment of as Venture & Brand Advisor.

Prasad is the Founder & CEO of , a speed-scaling platform for early growth-stage startups across lifestyle, longevity, and climate. Over the past decade, Anthill Ventures has built a global portfolio of 60 companies across India, the US, Europe, Israel, and Southeast Asia, with over $1B raised by its portfolio companies.

Under Prasad’s leadership, Anthill has achieved a 5.4x MOIC and a 33% average IRR across exits, including 1 unicorn, 1 IPO, acquisitions, SPACs, and secondary exits. Notably, 45% of Anthill’s portfolio companies are women-founded, reflecting his commitment to inclusive innovation.

As an angel investor, Prasad has backed companies including MedPlus, Zenoti, and , with several high-growth exits.

He also brings 20+ years of experience advising leaders at companies such as , , , and on large-scale business transformation.
Prasad serves as a board advisor to the SRITNE Centre of Excellence and is an active alumnus of Graduate School of Business. His work has been featured in , , , .standard, , and .

His expertise in venture building, brand strategy, and cross-border growth will further strengthen Sweden–India business collaboration and create new opportunities for SIBC members and partners.

As notes: “By engaging Prasad, we are extending our networks deeper into India’s innovation ecosystem and strengthening the impact of our delegations, creating tangible value and new opportunities for our members.”

We warmly welcome Prasad and look forward to the insight and impact he will bring to the Council.

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