Key Sectors & Growth Clusters
Strategic focus areas
Helsingborg’s focus areas are the industries of today and tomorrow with strong competitive advantages, established strengths and high growth potential. You’ll find established clusters, specialist expertise, startups, scaleups and companies with international reach—all driving development forward. Alongside industry, manufacturing and the urban development sector, they form the backbone of a dynamic environment for innovation and sustainable growth in the region.
Industry and manufacturing provide many jobs and have a long tradition of entrepreneurship. The urban development sector is also strong in Helsingborg and plays a key role in the city’s long-term, strategic development. Together, these sectors drive growth and connect across all focus areas.
Industrial and manufacturing companies account for a large share of jobs and are part of a strong culture of entrepreneurship. The construction and urban development sector is strong in Helsingborg and plays a key role in the city’s long-term strategic development. Together, these sectors contribute significantly to growth and support all of the city’s key industries.
Emerging growth clusters
Beyond our established strengths, opportunities are emerging in sectors where Helsingborg is taking new positions in both national and international markets. These areas are defined by strong innovation, new business models that respond to global needs, and high future potential.
