46. EU Business News- European CEO of the Year Awards 2025 Commenting on this, Stefan explained: “I think that the energy, defence, and automotive industries are all undergoing significant transformations, driven by technological advancements and evolving societal needs.” He continued: “These transformations give us the possibility to grow together with our customers and face the challenges together with a clear win-win attitude.” In this way the company is positioning itself as capable of adding value for its clients, even now, in the most uncertain of times. On the back of this, Stefan told us: “DevPort SydOst has continued to develop strongly during the first half of 2025. We have therefore decided to expand further in the area around Malmö and Lund with new offices, a region in which we anticipate good opportunities for continued growth.” Spearheading this expansion will take up much of Stefan’s time over the next few months, but he remains as committed as ever to the company’s day-to-day operations, leading with an open, active, and inclusive style. “For me, being the CEO of DevPort SydOst is a lifestyle. And I love it.” Ultimately, with award-winning CEO Stefan Nilsson guiding it through the next stages of its ongoing development journey, DevPort SydOst AB (a subsidiary of DevPort AB) is in an excellent position for future success. DevPort AB with 18 years of experience under its belt, a team of more than 450 consultants to boot, and offices spread across six locations and three business areas already in its name, things are only just beginning for the company, which is continuing to work alongside its clients to create technical solutions of the future. Contact: Stefan Nilsson Company: DevPort SydOst AB Web Address: https://www.devport.se/ AIM-Jun25115 A technology consultant company working towards the creation and development of tomorrow’s sustainable products, DevPort SydOst AB (a subsidiary of DevPort AB) comprises an inspiring, collaboration-first community and a track record for extraordinary results. At the helm of all this is Stefan Nilsson, who has been the company’s CEO now for four years. With Stefan being recognised as the Product Development CEO of the Year 2025 (Sweden) in this programme, we had the pleasure of catching up with him for more on his role and the impact he has had within the company’s ecosystem. Driven by the aim of providing clients with the most skilled consultants in industry today – individuals passionate about new technologies and the power they have to transform people’s lives – DevPort SydOst ensures the innovative solutions behind tomorrow’s technological challenges are available today. The company is characterised both by its robust structure and a strong focus on delivery, with its industry-high standards seen through its work across three strategic areas, all revolving around moving the needle. Specialising in product development – where the company supports every stage of the process from concept to verification – production development/supply chain management, and digital solutions (primarily for the industrial sector) DevPort SydOst takes a fullservice approach to managing the technical needs of its clients. This, combined with its belief in developing employees through the nurturing of a familial, supportive internal culture, sets the company apart from like-minded businesses in this space. Another differentiating factor is DevPort SydOst’s CEO, Stefan Nilsson. Having worked in senior positions across a number of related industries throughout Sweden – securing a turnover of 900 MSEK in the process – since 2003, Stefan was headhunted for his current position in 2021. Drawing those within the organisation to Stefan was his experience in change management, especially in navigating both growth and downsizing as required, as well as his confident, proactive, forward-thinking nature. Renowned for the stability he creates, Stefan’s approach with DevPort SydOst has been no different, with his focus being on growing the company in this space by first understanding client businesses on a holistic level and then calling on the network he has helped build within DevPort SydOst to create products and solutions tailored to them. For example, the company has recently been investing more in the energy, defence, and automotive sectors, nurturing trust-based relationships with clients in these areas. As the company continues on this growth journey along with its clients, plans are in place for new offices and expansion across other areas of Sweden, especially in the southern regions of the country. This feeds into DevPort Syd Ost’s longer-term strategy, which is based around social responsibility, environmental impact, and ethical business practices. Issues such as political instability make things tougher, but the company’s aforementioned focus on areas such as defence help it to remain as essential as ever. Product Development CEO of the Year 2025 (Sweden): Stefan Nilsson
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