Scandinavian Business Awards 2026 Since 1980, Stantek ApS has been synonymous with solid craftsmanship. This small, traditional steel-focused company in Denmark works with a wide range of clients, from government bodies such as the Road Directorate and Banedanmark to owners of castles and estates. The Danish royal family can even be counted amongst those the company has worked with; in addition to the services provided to properties in this area, we caught up with Stantek’s owner, Michael Askø. Steel Construction Company 2026 – Denmark
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4. Stantek ApS: Steel Construction Company 2026 – Denmark 6. iNEWS Media Group: Best Industry Magazine Publisher 2026 8. Sealaks AS: Fish & Seafood Trading Company of the Year 2026 – Norway 10. Lan-Com A/S: Excellence in Structured & Fiber Optic Cabling Systems 2026 – Copenhagen & SME Impact Award 2026 12. Bruks Siwertell: Bulk Handling Equipment Provider of the Year 2026 – Sweden 13. atNorth: Sustainable Data Center Infrastructure Innovation Award 2026 14. GEjSER ApS: Vape Retail Brand of the Year 2026 15. KiJoIn: Transformative Sculpture Excellence Award 2026 16. Neptune Partners AB: Nordic Debt Advisor of the Year 2026 17. Allt Om Husbilen: Best Motorhome Publication 2026 18. CABA Capital: Fixed Income Hedge Fund Manager of the Year 2026 – Europe 19. Brånemark Osseointegration Center: Dental Innovation Award 2026 – Sweden 20. CLINIGMA®: Patient-Centric Clinical Research Champions of the Year 2026 – Denmark 21. Haaheim Gaard: Heritage, Food & Culture Destination of the Year 2026 – Western Norway & Sustainable Hospitality Excellence Award 2026 22. Go2Sweden: Excellence in Family Reunification & Relocation Services 2026 – Northern Europe 23. Law.no Advokatfirma AS: Recognised Excellence in Business Law 2026 (Thomas Støer): Norway 24. Empathy Norway: International Empathy Trainer of the Year 2026 – Norway 25. NCT Offshore: Specialised Offshore Marine Services Distinction Award 2026 – Denmark Contents
Scandinavian Business Awards 2026 Stantek specialises in certified steel structures for the building and construction industry. Its work includes the supply of steel for listed buildings, as well as the complete supply and renovation of historic structures and the restoration of listed steel and metal building components. In addition to this, the company also covers steelwork for roads and railways, metal art (statues, sculptures, etc.) and much more. Whatever the project, Stantek tackles it with a comprehensive, flexible and detailed approach, guided by decades of first-hand expertise. Highlights of this comprehensive approach include work on the roof above the orangery at Fredensborg Palace, and the distinctive gilded stars/prison cells at Copenhagen’s Central Police Station have also been restored. Stantek is also creating a large bronze pyramid for the Bishop’s Palace in Nykøbing Falster. The commission for the Sun Wheel located in Give (an impressive work of art by Bo Karberg, which took around six years to complete). Stantek is certified for CE marking in accordance with DS/EN 1090, which is the main certification for steel structures, and approved for work in EXC4, the highest execution class in construction. Stantek’s operations have been based on a strict focus on quality for more than 45 years. Throughout Denmark and beyond, the company has become known for the creativity it has brought to the world of steel construction. Combining this with its 45 years of experience, Stantek is able to find new and often ingenious solutions. Steel Construction Company 2026 – Denmark Since 1980, Stantek ApS has been synonymous with solid craftsmanship. This small, traditional steelfocused company in Denmark works with a wide range of clients, from government bodies such as the Road Directorate and Banedanmark to owners of castles and estates. The Danish royal family can even be counted amongst those the company has worked with; in addition to the services provided to properties in this area, we caught up with Stantek’s owner, Michael Askø. "We offer Scandinavia and the rest of the world our expertise in steel, as well as in the development and optimisation of existing structures." Early on in the process, the team produces drawings of a specific product so that a shared understanding of the desired solution is easier to achieve. Next, in collaboration with a 3D designer, precise illustrations are created of the project that can be realised, including, for example, a complex construction project. This demonstrates the comprehensive approach. Stantek brings something to this field that has served it well since it was founded by Aage Jensen Stantek, a carpenter with a healthy spirit of innovation. Towards the early 1980s, one of the key trends in Denmark was houses delivered in ‘kit form’, where convenience and standardisation replaced the attention to detail inherent in fine craftsmanship. Stantek was Aage’s way of preserving the spirit of tailor-made solutions, and after several years as a foreman for various companies, he became familiar with the metalworking industry and began to realise the value he could bring to this sector by working as an independent master smith. Stantek was founded in an empty barn near his home, where Aage took on steelrelated projects for the local community and quickly gained a reputation as a jackof-all-trades who could tackle even the most complex jobs. Things really took off in the years that followed when Michael Askø, Aage’s son, joined the company in 1983. It was around this time that Stantek secured a major contract from the Danish railway company DSB, thanks to an engineer’s endorsement. Even more journeymen would then follow in Michael’s footsteps, including Nicklas, Michael’s own son. In 2013, Michael took over the company, and Aage passed away shortly afterwards. Michael continues in Aage’s spirit to carry the business forward with values that will hopefully endure for generations to come. As for what these values entail, ‘development’ and ‘versatility’ are the guiding principles of the business, and a key part of its strategy involves training new blacksmiths on an ongoing basis. Having an apprentice in the workshop acts as a breath of fresh air, whilst also benefiting the future of the profession. With this forward-looking focus always in mind, Stantek’s workshop is a place of collaboration and communication, with strong relationships. Almost everything the company produces is carried out in this workshop, enabling Michael and the team to guarantee the highest industry standards. This includes strict quality control even when projects are being worked on at all hours of the day. Even when faced with urgent tasks, Stantek strives to work to tight deadlines so that its customers can always rely on the best service. Just one. It is this kind of recognition that sets Stantek apart in this industry.
5. Steel Construction Company 2026 – Denmark "Our company is based on freedom with responsibility. We are very proud of that. We deliver on time and are on the same wavelength by helping one another." However, this is not the only thing that sets this family-run business apart. As Michael explained: “Stantek stands out from its competitors because it is always open to dialogue, takes on any challenge, and runs a hands-on operation.” He continued: “As the owner of the business, I always keep my finger on the pulse and am actively involved in the projects. This approach also applies to our staff, who always welcome customers and guide them in the right direction. Stantek is with both you and your project from start to finish." In a world where this market is becoming increasingly pressured, driven by factors such as corporate mergers, it is an advantage to have a partner that is small and can pivot quickly; this is highly beneficial for those seeking the best possible service. A small company that not only specialises and establishes a firm foothold in one area, as Stantek has done within steel construction, but also adds value as a subcontractor and trendsetter. This is evident in its design of sustainable solutions, which help their clients literally build the future. Stantek’s location in Scandinavia is yet another advantage that Michael and the team are capitalising on. Thanks to the region’s economic stability, reliable supply chains and abundance of work. The latter is particularly prevalent in Denmark, where building and construction work is a high priority, primarily in areas such as roads, railways and property renovation. As a result, Michael is looking forward to the next steps for Stantek, a company whose 46th year of operation is expected to focus on development and optimisation. Although specific projects are still under wraps, Michael shared: "I am very optimistic about 2026, despite all the turmoil we are seeing across most of the world right now. For companies that want to succeed, it is important to adapt to the reality on the ground and stay calm, and that is exactly what we are doing.” Michael certainly knows what he is talking about, as Stantek has weathered everything from crises and recoveries to a global pandemic. Since they reopened their doors following the pandemic, the world has simply kept on moving. Finally, referring to Stantek ApS’s recognition in this programme, Michael told us: “Stantek ApS is a small company with great potential. We have remained adaptable to new tasks and are always solution-oriented. When it comes to the design phase, we have great flexibility and are happy to take on urgent tasks alongside other work, and we take pride in delivering products on time and without errors." It is this unique combination that has earned this prestigious recognition as Steel Construction Company 2026 – Denmark. Contact Details Contact: Michael Askø Company: Stantek ApS Website: https://www.stantek.dk/
Jul22546 Scandinavian Business Awards 2026 he last decade has seen the digital sphere turned on its head, and with the rise of fake news, AI content, and much more, trying to navigate this landscape and find trusted sources of information is becoming an increasingly frustrating task. For readers seeking content that is trusted and reliable, engaging yet informative, and inspiring but grounded, the four online magazines sitting under the iNEWS umbrella are the places to go. Reaching its valued readers through a blend of direct digital distribution, social media, and high rankings on search engines, tens of thousands of people across Norway, Scandinavia, and indeed the rest of the world access iNEWS’ quartet of brands and publications they produce every year. Their inherent diversity means there is something for everyone to engage with, from chief execs through to fans of the latest technology. Since its restructure in 2017, iNEWS Media Group has succeeded in developing business within Norway’s automation industry, managed magazine production and every aspect that goes along with it, and even pursued other revenue streams such as filming and photography services. There to guide it across these areas, Tom’s visionary approach to digitalisation, paired with his rich background in the industry, has seen him steer iNEWS towards becoming a dominant force in world of digital publishing across Scandinavia. iNEWS’ reputation in the world of industry in particular can be attributed to both AMNYTT and Min Drift & Vedlikehold, which are this publisher’s two main B2B publications. The former is celebrating its 28th anniversary this year, and it has spent nearly three decades carving out a name for itself as one of Norway’s most established and esteemed trade publications covering automation and industrial digitalisation. Of course, its age means it started out in print, before making the transition to digital when Tom (along with the now deceased Jan Erik Schiotz) joined as a partner in 2012. His solid knowledge of digitalisation, stemming from a wealth of management roles within the telecom, IT, and digital industries, made Tom a perfect fit for guiding the future of this magazine, every issue of which is downloaded an average of 10,000 times across the seven full editions that are published over the course of an average year. Acquiring a legacy publication like AMNYTT and breathing new life into it has been one of the highlights of iNEWS’ success, and the magazine’s reach has only been compounded by an intuitive website and a weekly newsletter. Approximately half of its readers are brought in through web searches and other online activity, showing that the transition from print to digital has been a remarkable success in bringing in fresh eyes. Best Industry Magazine Publisher 2026 Four digital publications comprise the Norwegian digital powerhouse iNEWS Media Group: AMNYTT, Min Drift & Vedlikehold, Stereo+, and Fotomag. These online-exclusive magazines span B2B and B2C channels, with the engaging, high-quality content they produce covering everything from industry news to stereo equipment. Through these magazines, the publisher strives to be a leading figure in Scandinavia’s publishing landscape, a mission spearheaded by its CEO, Tom R. Mehlum. T Contact: Tom R. Mehlum Company: iNEWS Media Group Web Address: https://inews.no The heritage of AMNYTT is complemented nicely by the newer Min Drift & Vedlikehold, which was launched in 2018 and releases six issues a year. Despite being a relatively recent initiative, this magazine has already become an essential platform for professionals working in areas such as technical operations, energy efficiency, and facilities management, thanks to its focus on the practical solutions and emerging technologies that contribute to safer, more sustainable, and cost-effective operations in these environments. “Through these core publications, iNEWS Media Group has become a key information provider for decision makers, engineers, technicians, and suppliers throughout the Norwegian and Nordic industries alike.” Shifting gears to the final two publications rounding out iNEWS’ portfolio, Stereo+ and Fotomag, the publisher’s stake in both of these specialist brands comes from it owning 50% of Exciter AS, the publishing house behind these niche magazines in the B2C market. As their names suggest, Stereo+ is all about sound, namely highend audio and home cinema systems, whereas Fotomag has been designed to appeal to photography enthusiasts and those who work professionally in this environment. Making the decision to invest in Exciter AS, which he co-founded in 2014, was a fantastic opportunity for Tom, and the skill of both him and his team in combining high-quality editorial content with a variety of distribution methods as above has seen both of these niche publications go from strength to strength. As well as overseeing and nurturing their growth, Tom’s role as CEO has seen him lead campaigns to raise awareness and boost the online standing of both of these publications, using tools like SEO. SEO is vital for creating successful content in the digital sphere, and this is why it is one of the primary areas iNEWS focuses on across all four of its publications. Of course, SEO is not the only marker of high-performance content, and it is for this reason that Tom and the team make a conscious effort to adapt all digital platforms to the changing preferences of readers and the latest trends of the industry. This sees a strong core audience maintained across the brands, as well as specific industrial segments. Interestingly, this also makes iNEWS a valuable channel for industryspecific advertising as well as editorial outreach, with this going some way in understanding the partnerships that this publishing organisation has built over the years, including being a co-owner of the Oslo Hi-Fi Show. An annual event where industry players and
7. audio enthusiasts are brought together under one roof in Norway’s capital, iNEWS’ presence here demonstrates synergy across different markets that share its passion and expertise. As highlighted through all of the above, iNEWS has spent the last decade building a media empire and an industry hub that sees knowledge and technology combine to create content that stands out as authentic in a world where lacklustre information is everywhere. By continuously adapting its provisions to the changing needs of readers and supporting digitalisation across the Nordic region, it is clear that this esteemed publisher is passionate about introducing the future of media right now. On the back of its recognition as the Best Industry Magazine Publisher 2026 in this edition of our Scandinavian Business Awards, thus marking its second consecutive feature in the programme, we encourage everyone as passionate about quality, relevance, and editorial integrity as Tom and the team to visit iNEWS Media Group at the web address listed below. Here, links to the websites of all four of its publications can be found, with insightful content that ranges from industry news to product reviews.
Scandinavian Business Awards 2026 Fish & Seafood Trading Company of the Year 2026 – Norway Anchored to the cornerstones of sustainability, quality, and trust, Sealaks (with laks being the Norwegian name for Atlantic salmon) is one of Norway’s leading suppliers and exporters of fresh Atlantic salmon and other seafood items. From its base in Oslo, the company is looking to change the way that premium Atlantic salmon reaches the global market, a mission that sees the team here take the aquaculture heritage of Norway and combine it with an agile model for international trade. This makes Sealaks a bridge between Scandinavian seafood and global markets, a unique position it is more than happy to occupy. Sealaks works with a variety of importers, distributors, and food service operators across Europe, Asia, and North America, and central to the success it enjoys across these customer relationships is the quality of its seafood. For example, the Atlantic salmon it specialises in is available either fresh or frozen, with the former ranging from 2-12kg HOG (head-on gutted) SUP (superior) and the latter seeing sizes of 4-8kg often preferred, as this allows the freezing process to be done singularly and not in bulk. Fresh salmon prices shift weekly based on supply and demand, and the fish is exported by air, chilled on ice to guarantee its freshness. Those looking to purchase fresh Atlantic salmon from Sealaks should keep in mind that it has a minimum order requirement of 27 boxes (which is equivalent to approximately 600kg), as this is the first size at which it is able to ensure that everyone along the supply chain is getting the best value for the work they are putting in to get this tasty fish delivered straight to a customer’s door. As for frozen salmon, Sealaks is able to make sure that freshness is not compromised during the freezing process by carrying out super freezing. This sees the fish frozen to a temperature of -60 degrees Celsius, keeping levels of quality high as the freezing is done very quickly, ensuring that the ice crystals which naturally form during the process (and can affect both flavour and texture when the fish is thawed) are kept to a minimum. Once it has been frozen, the salmon will keep for more than two years. The pristine waters of Norway are home to a variety of fish species that are enjoyed across Europe and much further afield, including Atlantic salmon, cod, haddock, and mackerel. Sealaks AS is a private company specialising in aquaculture and the international trading of fish and seafood from this region, especially Atlantic salmon. Sourcing its fish from the best farms within these waters, the company uses state-of-theart technology and sustainable practices to guarantee quality. Below, we take a closer look at Norway’s leading supplier for fresh and frozen seafood. With this process guaranteeing longevity without sacrificing quality, it is unsurprising that Sealaks has a much bigger minimum order, this being a 20-foot container that holds around 18 tonnes of frozen salmon. Super freezing also incurs an additional cost, and the company’s frozen salmon usually costs around 5 NOK more than the fresh per kg. However, when the standard of the fish is this high even two years or more after it has been delivered, it is certainly worth it for those looking to stagger when the fish is used. Despite salmon being the primary speciality of Sealaks, seen through everything from the company’s name to its mission of redefining how its premium Atlantic salmon reaches global markets, it is really only one half of the story when it comes to its products. The other half centres around cod (torsk in Nordic), which Norway’s coastal waters are rich in. Sealaks sources its cod from the Barents Sea, which is one of the world’s most cod-rich areas during the November through April catching season. Again, fresh and frozen options are available, with the minimum quantity for both aligning with figures discussed above for Atlantic salmon. Fresh cod is delivered without the head and is also exported on ice and by air. Frozen cod is frozen as a singular piece when it is 4kg and above, and the options here involve super freezing as well as regular freezing (-18 degrees Celsius). The same commitment to quality that defines Sealaks’ work with Atlantic salmon continues here, with only the finest cuts delivered to its customers. Finally, rounding out this product line is king crab, mackerel, herring, halibut, and smoked salmon, all of which the company offers to its customers. This side of its operation is slightly more niche, with customers asked to contact Sealaks directly for inquiries into any of these items, which a team member will help with. Shifting gears slightly to talk more about the values underpinning this operation, a common theme across its farming and exporting is sustainability. The team adhere to strict guidelines to minimise the impact they have on the environment, from waste Contact: Kristian Moses Pederson Company: Sealaks AS Web Address: https://www.sealaks.com/
management and low fish density in pens right through to the use of sustainable feed sources. Sealaks’ partners even hold certifications and other eco-labels, which is a further testament to the commitment to both sustainable and responsible aquaculture across all of its work. From this foundation, a culture of quality also arises, and everything from the hatcheries to the final packaging see stringent quality control checks employed, making sure that this seafood exceeds international standards across the likes of taste, and texture, and nutritional value. A similarly encompassing focus defines the logistical element of Sealaks, which will arrange delivery based on the products chosen (air freight for fresh, sea freight for frozen) and then prepare all the necessary documents. As this comprehensive approach demonstrates, Sealaks is combining quality products, a sustainable focus, and efficient logistics to position both itself and Scandinavia more broadly as global leaders when it comes to exporting the finest seafood. Atlantic salmon and Norwegian cod are both known for their quality, taste, and nutritional value, and is thanks to companies like this one that this has become common knowledge. Named the Fish & Seafood Trading Company of the Year 2026 – Norway in our Scandinavian Business Awards 2006, Sealaks AS is certainly succeeding in its goal of improving how seafood is caught, distributed, and then experienced all over the world. More on this can be found at its website, linked below.
Scandinavian Business Awards 2026 Based in Smørum, Lan-Com A/S is a leading specialist in network cabling and project development. Since its inception, the company has aspired to become the partner that electrical installers and consulting engineers can rely upon when delivering reliable cable systems for projects large and small. Lan-Com A/S was established in 1991 by Flemming Seerup, who has operated the company for more than three decades. Flemming hails from a business education earned at Copenhagen Business School, gaining experience as Product Manager for networking cabling products at an SMV company in the industry. When Flemming first established Lan-Com A/S, it began as a traditional agent-based company that specialised in networking products for the Danish industry. Despite its focus, the company did not align with product demand in the USA – which was not necessarily the same as in Scandinavia – and ultimately did not succeed in the Danish market. In 2014, Lan-Com A/S made a strategic pivot, deciding to develop its own privatelabel products by leveraging invaluable knowledge gained over 25 years of market navigation. The company introduced GigaLan, Lan-Optic, Lan-Rack, Power-Lan, and Sig-Lan to the market, and has since experienced a growth rate that ranges from 15 to 40% each year. Over the last fiscal year, Lan-Com A/S has seen a growth of more than 100% in turnover, alongside tripled revenue. Such strong financial performance demonstrates Excellence in Structured & Fiber Optic Cabling Systems 2026 – Copenhagen & SME Impact Award 2026 In the fast-paced world of network cabling systems, businesses are seeking a reliable partner that can not only deliver products but also create value within their development project through knowledge, certification, documentation, and close dialogue. Danish system house Lan-Com A/S shines in this respect, structuring its approach to project development around maintaining high-quality, reliability, and delivering solutions that keep each project on track. As Lan-Com A/S is recognised for its endeavours in the Scandinavian Business Awards 2026, we learned more from Founder Flemming Seerup below. the market success that has stemmed from the company’s new direction, reinforcing this pivot as a crucial component of Lan-Com A/S’ ongoing growth. Today, Lan-Com A/S imports network products from large-scale manufacturers around the world, building a significant stock and reselling predominantly to renowned installers across Denmark. With the core mission of selling high-quality products at competitive prices, the company focuses on timesaving products that are currently in high demand in Denmark due to the increasing cost of manpower. “While Lan-Com’s competitors are selling ‘boxes’, Lan-Com A/S differentiates itself by selling products and know-how,” Flemming told us. “Highly specialised Lan-Com employees with more than 20 years of industry experience are there to advise and guide all customers, allowing them to offer the best solutions to the end-customer.” In a saturated market, Lan-Com A/S’s direct competitors are large wholesales companies that sell a wide variety of electric products, from batteries to Aritox shoes. In comparison, Lan-Com A/S specialises in solely selling IT network products, which enables it to streamline its focus and follow each project from the design phase to system installation, testing, and certification. This hyperfocus has made Lan-Com an invaluable partner to clients navigating large-scale projects such as office buildings, universities, and hospitals. Despite having only ten employees, the company is awarded many prestigious projects due to its reputation for delivering high-quality and reliable products at highly competitive price points. Each of Lan-Com A/S’s highly in-demand products follow international standards, which can limit the company’s capacity to differentiate its range in the market. In spite of this, however, Lan-Com A/S has successfully developed a line of products that promise to save time for its clients and ensure project success. “The newest product in Lan-Com A/S’s range is extremely timesaving,” announced Flemming. “It is Lan-Optic MPO Fiber Optic Cabling System, a predetermined system that means the installer does not need to splice and test. Now, fibre opting cabling is not only dedicated to fibre optic technicians; all installers can provide fibre optic cabling, even trainees. We call it ‘Plug and Play’ and the product does really live up to its name.” Lan-Optic Cabling System is designed for environments where time, space, and operational stability are crucial. This includes data centres and service rooms, campus and commercial buildings, and critical infrastructure. The system is available in OM3 and OM4 multimode and features high port density with extremely compact MPO-LC cartridges, low attenuation, quick installation without the need for an external splicing team, guaranteed scalability, and resiliency on demand with MPO cables and additional LSZH sheaths supplied when requested. The launch of the groundbreaking Lan-Optic system comes off the back of a successful period for Lan-Com, as the company experienced significant growth after introducing products geared towards the data
11. Excellence in Structured & Fiber Optic Cabling Systems 2026 – Copenhagen & SME Impact Award 2026 centre industry. The company projects that the widespread adoption and subsequent increasing demand for AI will place significant pressure on data centres and expects to see big investment in that space. At the same time, the Danish economy is currently very strong, with big investments being made from both the government and private sectors. In particular, the pharmaceutical market has become extremely attractive, with significant potential for future projects. These developments indicate a prosperous few years ahead for Lan-Com A/S, rivalling its previous success in 2025. We at EU Business News have no doubt that Lan-Com A/S will continue to excel at such a standard that has earned it recognition for Excellence in Structured and Fiber Optic Cabling Systems 2026 in Copenhagen. Contact: Flemming Seerup Company: Lan-Com A/S Web Address: www.lan-com.dk
Scandinavian Business Awards 2026 Bulk Handling Equipment Provider of the Year 2026 – Sweden Dry bulk material handling is not always a visible process to the public, but it plays an instrumental role in global infrastructure and supply chains. From construction materials to energy resources and agricultural inputs, efficient dry bulk logistics is essential to modern economics. Therefore, innovations in this field can have a significant impact on both productivity and environmental performance. Bruks Siwertell is one global engineering company that strives to contribute to this progress by developing technologies that support cleaner, more efficient industrial operations worldwide. We heard more from Marketing Manager Malin Pekberg below. Bruks Siwertell is a global engineering company that specialises in dry bulk material handling solutions for ports and industrial facilities. Its ship unloaders have been reshaping the standards in dry bulk handling since 1974, building a decades-long legacy of aiding customers in moving large volumes of materials efficiently, safely, and with minimal environmental impact. Its solutions are strategically structured to support both productivity and sustainability, which are two priorities becoming increasingly inseparable in modern industry. From its Scandinavian base, Bruks Siwertell designs and delivers ship unloaders, loaders, and conveying systems that combine high capacity with enclosed dry bulk material handling. Its technologies are used by port operators, cement producers, energy companies, and industrial processors around the world. These organisations depend upon reliable bulk logistics to keep global supply chains running, whether requiring cement for infrastructure, fertiliser, or agriculture, or biomass for energy production. The organisation brings together engineers, project managers, and service specialists who possess deep expertise in dry bulk material handling and industrial systems. Delivering complex equipment for global ports and industrial facilities requires Bruks Siwertell to encourage close coordination across many disciplines. Engineering, manufacturing, installation, and service all work together, aligning around common goals and maintaining close communication with customers to ensure that every project is delivered with the reliability and performance Siwertell clients expect. Ultimately, each member of the Bruks Siwertell team aims to deliver the most reliable and sustainable dry bulk handling solutions available on the market. At the core of this mission lies three guiding principles: engineering excellence, operational reliability, and environmental responsibility. The company’s equipment often operates in demanding industrial environments, where reliability is absolutely critical, and a deep understanding of this is essential for safe and successful services. “When a port terminal stops, entire supply chains can be affected,” said Malin. “For that reason, we focus heavily on robust design, highquality engineering, and long-term performance. At the same time, we continue to develop technologies that reduce environmental impact, particularly through fully enclosed conveying systems that minimise dust emissions and improve workplace safety. By combining engineering expertise with close collaboration with our customers, we aim to create solutions that perform reliably not just today, but for decades.” In fact, one of the most defining characteristics of Siwertell technology is its fully enclosed conveying system. Where traditional bulk handling equipment often exposes materials to the environment during transfer – leading to dust emissions, material loss, and environmental challenges – Bruks Siwertell’s technology significantly reduces these issues, making it particularly valuable in ports and terminals where environmental regulations are becoming strict. Furthermore, Siwertell technology guarantees longterm reliability. Its systems are engineered for continuous operation and long service life, which is essential for industries where downtime has economic consequences. Beyond the technology itself, the company serves as a long-term partner to its customers. Support does not end with installation; through lifecycle services, upgrades, and operational support, the Bruks Siwertell team ensures that its systems continue to perform at the highest level over many years. Bruks Siwertell benefits from its positioning in Scandinavia, a region with a long tradition of engineering excellence, industrial innovation, and environmental awareness. These qualities have formed a strong foundation for companies working with complex industrial technologies. The region encourages long-term thinking and sustainable development, aligning well with the needs of heavy industry and infrastructure projects, as well as the ethos and structure of Bruks Siwertell’s own operations. Looking ahead, Bruks Siwertell sees many opportunities for the future as industries continue to prioritise sustainability and operational efficiency. Ports and terminals around the world are facing pressures to reduce their environmental impact while maintaining or increasing capacity. Technologies that combine high throughput with enclosed, low-emission operation will therefore become more important than ever before. In conclusion, Malin shared: “Our focus is on continuing to develop innovative dry bulk material handling solutions and strengthening our global service capabilities. By supporting customers throughout the lifecycle of their equipment, we aim to help them operate more efficiently and sustainably.” Contact: Malin Pekberg Company: Bruks Siwertell Web Address: www.bruks-siwertell.com
Jul22493 13. The rapid growth of AI and other compute-intensive workloads is fundamentally reshaping the global data center industry, with demand shifting toward high-density, GPU-optimized environments. This trend is particularly pronounced within the Nordics, a region with a cool climate and abundance of land coupled with access to renewable energy, stable power grids, and redundant connectivity that makes it an ideal location for AI-ready data centers. At the forefront of this revolution is atNorth, a leader in the Nordic region’s sustainable data center sphere. Headquartered in Reykjavik, Iceland, atNorth is a leading Nordic data center provider delivering high-performance, AI-ready, sustainable infrastructure across Iceland, Sweden, Finland, and Denmark. The company serves a diverse clientele that ranges from global hyperscalers and cloud providers to research organizations and other enterprises that require high density, scalable, secure, and energy-efficient computing environments. The Nordics offers a unique combination of advantages for data center operations. Access to abundant renewable energy ensures low-carbon, resilient power infrastructure, while the region’s naturally cool climates enable highly efficient cooling systems. It also benefits from advanced connectivity, strong regulatory frameworks, and a highly skilled workforce. While some countries can offer a number of these factors, atNorth argues that none offer quite the same combination, and has dedicated itself to operating solely across the Nordics. atNorth plays an instrumental role in strengthening the region’s position as a hub for sustainable digital infrastructure. The company creates jobs, supports local economies, and promotes investment in long-term energy and connectivity networks, demonstrating the region’s attractiveness for investment from global markets looking to access reliable, futureready data center capacity. atNorth realizes its core vision, “More Compute for a Better World”, through an unwavering commitment to delivering sustainable, high-performance data center infrastructure. The company enables organizations to scale compute-intensive workloads, including AI and HPC, in an efficient and responsible way. To achieve this, it focuses on responsible building practices that utilize sustainable materials where possible and consider impact on local landscapes, entering heat reuse partnerships to migrate its site’s carbon footprint. At the same time, atNorth invests in community and restorative initiatives, ensuring that its infrastructure contributes positively to the societies in which it operates. The company has seen significant opportunity to engage directly with local communities and has become heavily involved in charitable initiatives across the Nordics. This includes funding swimming lessons for children in Finland, sponsoring a cultural festival and local sports teams in Iceland, and even supporting a young Icelandic skier to reach the 2026 Winter Olympics. This ecosystem mindset is atNorth’s key differentiator. The company’s data center blueprint positions digital infrastructure at the center of thriving societies by supporting the natural, social, and economic environments in which they are located. By integrating highspeed connectivity, renewable energy, and circular economy initiatives such as heat reuse, the company delivers value beyond the data center itself, demonstrating that scalability and sustainability are not mutually exclusive. Driven by this people-first approach, atNorth intends to further expand its footprint across the Nordics, with data centers currently under development in Finland, Denmark and Sweden. The business will additionally continue to operate a land banking strategy to ensure access to power and connectivity infrastructure and navigate planning and permitting processes more efficiently. This endeavor will also provide increased flexibility to scale capacity in line with rising customer needs. Looking ahead through 2026 and beyond, atNorth expects continued acceleration in AIdriven demand, alongside increasing pressure to balance power availability and innovations in hardware and cooling equipment. The team understands that these developments must be approached with consideration for the surrounding natural and social environments and its design blueprint reflects this. From its ecosystem mindset to its unwavering commitment to demonstrating the seamless integration of scalability and sustainability, atNorth has certainly emerged as a leading force in the realm of Nordic digital infrastructure. Recognized for its positive contributions to societies across the region, we at EU Business News are delighted to bestow the team with the Sustainable Data Center Infrastructure Innovation Award 2026. Following such significant success in the Scandinavian Business Awards 2026, Senior Communications Manager Bylgja Pálsdóttir commented: “atNorth’s data center blueprint for the future positions data centers as civic infrastructure that actively contributes to economic development, environmental sustainability, and community regeneration. Far from being hidden utilities, they are becoming central to how societies grow, innovate, and transition to a more sustainable future.” Contact Details Contact: Bylgja Pálsdóttir Company: atNorth Web Address: www.atnorth.com Sustainable Data Center Infrastructure Innovation Award 2026
14. Scandinavian Business Awards 2026 Alternatives to traditional cigarettes are massively on the rise, and for those looking to transition from conventional tobacco products to items that are widely considered to be less harmful, e-cigarettes and vapes can be a big help. Specialising in these products, GEjSER ApS is a Danish, family-owned retailer that has grown to encompass more than 50 stores and over 170 members of staff across Denmark. For more on this market leader, we caught up with second-generation co-owner Jesper Andersen. When GEjSER opened the doors of its physical store in Aarhus more than a decade ago, it became the first retailer of its kind in the region, and in the process laid the foundation of what would grow into an e-cigarette and vaping accessory empire. With dozens of stores and close to 200 employees to its name, this family business was then passed down from the hands of its founder, Jens N. Andersen, to his three sons: Casper, Jesper, and Mads. Today, Casper and Jesper lead the business, whilst Mads remains an active owner. Despite this change of leadership, which occurred only last year, GEjSER remains as committed as ever to its core aims of compliance, consumer safety, and product quality. For example, it only sells to adult customers and places the utmost emphasis on responsible retail practices, underpinning its operation and the trusted products it sells with a knowledgeable service. Products are then packed and shipped 365 days a year, meaning that customers can access them reliably and conveniently, even on weekends or public holidays. Working at the forefront of a highly regulated industry such as this, Jesper and the team recognise the importance in leading by example, especially when it comes to areas such as safety, transparency, and following legislation. As Jesper explained: “Our brand has always stood for trust, professionalism, and a commitment to offering customers reliable products and knowledgeable guidance.” When the aim is as crucial as reducing the harm associated with tobacco consumption, ensuring these markers are ever present is key. “We prioritise education and service in our stores, ensuring that our staff are highly knowledgeable and able to guide customers responsibly.” As touched on above, a huge component of what sets GEjSER apart is its ability to align what it offers across its stores with the regulations of an industry that is always changing, not just in Denmark, but across Europe. Exploring the industry from a Scandinavian perspective in particular, it is clear to see how trends and legislation vary from country to country. For example, whereas Sweden permits the sale of e-liquids in a range of flavours (fruit, candy, beverages), Denmark allows only tobacco and menthol flavours to be sold. What this means is that the Danish market is driven less by shortterm trends and is more focused on compliance and responsibility. This certainly has its positives, with the lack of flavours undoubtedly meaning that less young people will take up vaping like they have done in other parts of Europe, but it does mean that companies like GEjSER must operate within strict legal frameworks, where the focus is on vaping and e-cigarettes as safer alternatives to traditional cigarettes, not as a ‘trend’ of sorts in their own right. Commenting on this, Jesper told us: “Some companies may see this highly regulated market as a challenge, but we view it from a different perspective. For brands such as ours, this environment rewards professionalism, responsibility, and long-term commitment.” With Jesper and the team here having invested a lot of time and effort to make sure that they more than meet all of the requirements laid out in legislation, compliance, and industry expertise, they are well positioned to continue to thrive across this sector. 2026 has already been a great example of the brand’s ongoing success, and in the first part of the year alone, it has already opened three new locations across Denmark, two of which can be found in Greater Copenhagen. Expansion remains a key part of the future plans for this responsible vaping retailer, which is also looking to remain one step ahead when it comes to the changes anticipated in regulation. Balancing expansion with operational excellence, strict compliance, and product quality, GEjSER remains a leader in this space. Named the Vape Retail Brand of the Year 2026 on the back of the strong and sustainable position it enjoys within one of the most challenging environments within the Scandinavian vaping industry, GEjSER ApS is more than fitting of its place in the Scandinavian Business Awards 2026. More on the brand can be found at the link below. Contact: Jesper Andersen Company: GEjSER ApS Web Address: https://www.gejser-ecigaret.dk/ Vape Retail Brand of the Year 2026
Aug22136 15. Transformative Sculpture Excellence Award 2026 Kirsten‑Johanne Inntjore (KiJoIn) is an artist who has made it her mission to use her artistic skill to communicate emotional messages with the rest of the world. Her work blends autobiographical storytelling with social critique, resulting in striking sculptures that do more than speak a thousand words. We are delighted to applaud KiJoIn as her incredible sculptures and concepts win her recognition in our Scandinavian Business Awards 2026. As many of us take inspiration and action from the events and individuals we have memories of, recent or distant memories which impact and ripple out across our entire lives, KiJoIn is a prime example of how we can each experience, and even create, something meaningful from traumatic events while also curating a pathway towards a better world. KiJoIn’s art confronts psychological violence, social hypocrisy, and the suppression of truth, and does so through a very personal, reflective presentation of poetic passages and sculptures. These sculptures, tied to personal or societal trauma, are centred around her late father who symbolises the good, pure, and untainted forces of humanity. With this strong force of unconditional love stemming from her father, who no doubt shaped KiJoIn’s perspective of life, these sculptures comment on the immense external pressure on the human soul. For example, Were You There was curated as a visual representation of what humanity has done, and can do, to innocence over time, “with atrocities brutal beyond words”. This sculpture stands for the loss of innocence and the disconnection from our inner child, due to the external factors of the “wolves disguised as angels”. Through her lens KiJoIn’s reference to angels, those we believe in or let guide us, are shapeshifting entities fuelling human cruelty. From overconsumption to unjust distribution, war to covert forms of malice (such as the aforementioned wolves), and more, global challenges have always existed, but KiJoIn is here to provoke discussion and, therefore, change. KiJoIn’s art is a response to the traumatic experiences that not only she has experienced but those which the world has suffered. Although living in Norway, KiJoIn does not see a distinction between people, and feels as though she is a “foreigner”. As her work tells us, she is part of a collective of humankind which viscerally experiences everything as one, whether we feel it or not. This collective trauma is mirrored in heartfelt sculpture, messages captured in their form, using materials that incorporate human experience, and is not bound by language or description, it simply is. A selection of her works demonstrate KiJoIn’s versatility, complex emotions, and inventive nature. From using everyday items to items of high sentimental value, and mixed mediums for the rest of the structures, KiJoIn’s expressive work is profoundly deep. These creations are of significance for KiJoIn but also for her audience because they speak of both subtle and bold side effects of the human condition. KiJoIn’s father, Yngvar, supported her for 47 years until his death in 2005. Since his death, she has continued to think of him dearly and let his influence on her life to have an impact on her art. KiJoIn reflects on her past experiences, cherishing the love she shared with her father, even incorporating part of his suit into the sculpture You Raise Me Up, and plunges into her feelings to inspire further creative expression. The emotional sustenance her father provided set KiJoIn’s life, and art, into motion. The stark imagery unveiled by this award-winning artist represents humankind’s obvious polarities, but also the subtle messages from written word alongside the creations speak to our own unique understanding as individuals. KiJoIn’s powerful, moving, and thoughtful creations are here to remind us that creative expression is and can be a cleansing, cathartic exercise, but it can also spark action and change, it can trigger joy and hope in a world where we each look through vastly different eyes. Winning the Transformative Sculpture Excellence Award 2026 in this year’s Scandinavian Business Awards, KiJoIn’s unwavering voice was heard by us at EU Business News. Now, we’re proud to project her voice across the business landscape so that she may reach a diverse audience with thought-provoking pieces of art sure to echo around the world. We wish KiJoIn all the best for the years to come as her art continues to leave a lasting impact. Contact: Kirsten-Johanne Inntjore Company: KiJoIn Website: https://www.kijoin.no/
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