Tailored support for Swedish scaleups and innovators

Accelerate your UK expansion with SCC UK growth programmes

Are you a Swedish scaleup or innovative SME ready to expand internationally? Our growth programmes - Ecosystem Exchange - are your fast track to the UK market. Designed for ambitious companies in sectors like Fintech, SaaS, Life Sciences, and more, these programmes deliver the knowledge, connections, and practical support you need for successful UK market entry and business growth.

Why join our growth programmes?

Sector-specific UK market immersion

Dive deep into the UK business landscape with tailored insights for your industry.

Direct access to key ecosystems

Meet the right people – industry leaders, investors, and partners – who can accelerate your UK expansion.

Actionable guidance for market entry & scaling

Get hands-on support for setting up and growing your operations in the UK.

Ecosystem Exchange: your platform for UK business growth

At the heart of our growth programmes is the Ecosystem Exchange - a unique platform where Swedish companies don’t just learn about the UK market, they connect directly with the people who matter. All programmes are designed around specific industries, such as fintech, proptech, life sciences and more.

Through curated panels, roundtables, and networking sessions, you’ll build real relationships with decision-makers, industry experts, and potential collaborators.

How our growth programmes work

We offer two flexible formats to meet your needs.

SCC UK growth programmes

Join our sector-focused programmes, open for direct applications from Swedish scaleups and nominations from incubators, science parks, and chambers. These ready-made programmes immerse you in the UK’s leading innovation ecosystems and connect you with high-value contacts.

Tailored partner programmes

We co-create bespoke exchange initiatives for partners - chambers of commerce, regional growth agencies, science parks, and incubators - who want to bring selected companies to the UK. Each programme is customised to your strategic goals and delivers a smoother UK launch.

Programme features

Targeted market opportunity mapping

Identify trends, challenges, and the best opportunities for your business in the UK.

Industry network introductions

Connect with UK industry clusters, networks, and decision-makers relevant to your sector.

Regulatory and compliance guidance

Understand the UK regulatory landscape and engage with key regulators.

Investor access and funding insights

Meet investors, explore funding pathways, and gain up-to-date investment perspectives.

Operational and scaling support

Receive practical advice for establishing and growing your UK operations.

Entrepreneur Insight

Learn directly from seasoned founders who have scaled in your sector.

Peer learning and community

Share experiences and learn alongside other Swedish companies on the same journey.

Warm introductions and real relationships

Be in the room with the right people - building trusted contacts and business partnerships.

"Enjoyed meeting all the companies"

It was my absolute pleasure to join you on Wednesday. I found the morning incredibly interesting and really enjoyed meeting all the companies and your team. Thank you so much for inviting me and Danske Bank and I hope to see you again soon.

Nieve Howarth, Relationships Manager, Danske Bank, speaker at Ecosystem Exchange: Foodtech

"Feel more inspired than ever"

Thanks for organising a fantastic event in London over the last couple of days. We received a lot of essential and valuable information and feel more inspired after the event than ever.

Simon Francis, CEO & Founder, Casheury, participating company at Ecosystem Exchange: Foodtech

Ready to accelerate your UK expansion?

Contact us today to discuss how our Growth Programmes can unlock your UK business potential. Let’s build your UK success story - together.

Oscar Welén
Business Development & Operations Executive
oscar.welen@scc.org.uk

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