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Freight transport by train through Europe is a challenge. Regulatory standards and technological standards that differe between countries create major problems and an inefficient transport system. To reverse the trend, cross-border collaboration is a needed. 'Increasing the capacity for sustainable and competitive freight transport by rail requires the cooperation of the whole industry, and internationally," says Lena Erixon, Director General at the Swedish Transport Administration.

Cities are becoming increasingly dense and in order to build them, many different modes of transport are needed so that it can take place with minor impact on the environment in the city. "If the construction site is located at or close to a railway station or port, these forms of transport should be used, since it contributes to less congestion both at the construction site and in the cities and on our roads," says Anna Fredriksson, Linköping University.

Who do you think has created conditions for successful partnerships during the past year in an open and committed way? Now is the time for nominations! The collaborator of the year will be awarded during Lindholmen Open Days in September.

Martin Lundstedt, CEO and head of Volvo was the guest speaker for the first Lindholmen Connected webcast with nearly 500 people in attendance. He provided insight into how the Volvo Group views a world that has been dramatically changed by the corona pandemic, how Volvo and the world may be able to start up again with a shift in future focus and the importance of Lindholmen Science Park's ecosystem.

The best innovations and solutions for a sustainable society often arise when multiple parties work together. Collaborative projects in which different skills converge offer numerous benefits. "However, a loose collaboration can make it difficult for the new technology or service to reach the market. It's about quickly finding out what the new business will look like so that everyone involved is in agreement," says Ulrika Wahlström, innovation project manager at IMCG.