Fabege at Techarena 2026
How do we build a Stockholm that attracts talent, innovation and growth? At Techarena 2026, Fabege brings together decision-makers and leading players from the tech industry for discussions on Stockholm’s development, the role of technology and how places such as Arenastaden can strengthen the city’s long-term competitiveness.
Fabege is the main sponsor of Techarena 2026. During the event, we will host our own seminars, take part in panel discussions and be present with our own exhibition stand. Several representatives from Fabege will contribute to discussions on Stockholm’s development, its innovative capacity, and how sustainable urban development can help create better conditions for businesses and tech companies to grow and thrive in Stockholm.
Programme
Wednesday, 11 February
Stockholmas a platform for innovation and growth
Stockholm is often described as one of the world’s most attractive capitals, with strong innovation capacity, globaltalentand a high quality of life. Yet the city also faces pressing challenges. Housing shortages, infrastructure constraints, safety,sustainabilityand access to skills all affect Stockholm’s ability to function – and to grow.
This session focuses on the importance of action and collaboration in addressing these challenges. How do we create urban environments that work, bringing together housing, workplaces, infrastructure,sustainabilityand access to talent? And how do we build places like Arenastaden, that strengthen Stockholm’s long-term competitiveness and support business growth?
Participants:
- Johan Zachrisson, Head of Business Development, Fabege
- Daniella Waldfogel, CEO, Stockholm Chamber of Commerce
- Patrik Hofbauer, CEO, Telia
Time: 10:30–11:25
Venue: Bright Stage
Conversation on Stockholm’s development with a focus on Arenastaden
Johan Zachrisson and Hanna af Sandeberg, Head of Market Area at Fabege, invite participants to a discussion on how Stockholm’s attractiveness and competitiveness can be strengthened through long-term urban development – with a particular focus on Arenastaden. Participants include representatives from Coor, JM, Stockholm Business Region, URW, Strawberry, TietoEvry and SEB.
Venue: Side event
By invitation only
Thursday, 12 February
The Race to Scale: Why cities and nations must move at startup speed
Fast-growing tech companies are scaling faster than ever, but cities and nations are struggling to keep pace. As challenges around talent, AI,regulationand infrastructure intensify, the question is no longer if ecosystems must adapt, but how fast. This panel explores what Sweden and Stockholm must do to remain a place where the world’s most ambitious tech companies choose to build and scale.
- Minna Sandberg, Director, Swenode AI
- Lukas Saari, CEO and Co-founder, Tandem Health
- Andreas Hölne, Moderator, Chief Digital Officer, Fabege
Time: 14:20–14:50
Venue: Bright Stage
Build vs buy in the AI era
Vibe coding and generative AI are reshaping the landscape of software development. New companies are emerging as ready-made services can be built in record time. How should organisations think about buying services versus building in-house? Is the build vs buy question becoming obsolete? A conversation about how today’s technology is challenging established truths and what this means for us and the world around us.
Participants:
- Anders Kallebo, CEO and Founder, Myrspoven
- Sofie Perslow, Head of AI, HiQ
- Maximilian Keil, GTM Lead, Lovable
- Andreas Hölne, Moderator, Chief Digital Officer, Fabege
Venue: Side event
To register your interest in attending, please clickhere.
Meetings, exhibition stand and networking
Fabege will be present throughout Techarena with its own exhibition stand, where we will meet visitors and partners, offer refreshments and host networking events.
