Key Competitive Attractions
For centuries, Gavleborg has had strengths in traditional industries such as copper, iron and port activities, which are still alive today, alondside more modern, high technology sectors, which have expanded in recent years. The port of Gavle currently has over 1,000 ships visiting per year and is among Sweden’s top ten busiest ports.
The University College of Gavle provides a highly educated and readily available work force, in a wide spectrum of subjects including Business Administration, Education and Psychology, Sociology, Humanities and Social Sciences, Mathematics, Natural and Computer Sciences, ICT, and Construction.
Key sectors and major companies:
- Forestry – Stora Cell industry, Korsnas
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Shipping and Maritime
- Food and Drink Production – Kraft General Food Scandinavia, Leaf AB
- ICT – Ericsson
- Metals – Gavle Galvan, Gavle Stal, Cale Industry
