The Future of Industry: An Afternoon with Impact Loop

Together with Impact Loop we're bringing a full afternoon of conversations to Almedalen focused on the technologies, talent, energy systems shaping the future of industry.

⏰ 23 june
📍Rigagränd 2, Visby

13:00 Robots that see, act, and decide – what will it take for Sweden to lead the next industrial wave?

Physical AI is moving from experimentation to industrial reality, transforming how products are made, moved, and managed. In this session, industry leaders and innovators discuss what it will take for Sweden to turn its strengths in AI, robotics, and manufacturing into long-term industrial competitiveness.

* Judith Wolst, Prompt What Matters, Norrsken
* Ödgärd Anderssonvd, CEO, Zenseact
* Fredrik ModalenPublic Affairs, Group Legal, SKF

14:00 Jobs that didn't exist three years ago – how do we solve the industry's talent challenge?

Sweden's industry faces a growing talent challenge at a time when AI, automation, and new technologies are reshaping the workforce. This session explores how industry, academia, and policymakers can work together to close the skills gap, attract talent, and prepare the workforce for the future of manufacturing.

* Camilla Georgsson, Head of Skills Supply, Technology Industries of Sweden
* Mikael Lindström, Head of Public Affairs, Stegra

15:00 Blykalla and Oklo on coopetition – can Sweden and the US build nuclear faster together, and what does it mean for Europe?

As demand for clean, reliable energy grows, new nuclear technologies are attracting global attention. In this fireside chat, the CEOs of Blykalla and Oklo discuss what it takes to bring next-generation reactors to market and how collaboration across the Atlantic could accelerate the energy transition and strengthen Europe's energy future.

* Jacob DeWitte, co-founder & CEO, Oklo
* Jacob Stedmanvd, CEO, Blykalla

15:35 Can the power grid become flexible enough to avoid building more infrastructure? – and what will it take to get there?

As Sweden's demand for electricity continues to grow, the challenge is no longer just producing more power, it's using it more intelligently. This panel explores how flexibility, digitalization, and new business models can help create a more efficient energy system that supports industrial growth and the green transition.

* Christian Byhmer, co-founder & CEO, Byhmgard
* David Sätterman, CEO, 1KOMMA5°

🥂 After the stage program, join us for a mingle and continue the discussion with speakers, guests, and fellow innovators. Spots are limited - join the waitlist today!

Hope to see you in Almedalen!
Can't make it? All sessions will be available to watch afterwards