The event provided a dynamic platform for Swedish and Ukrainian companies to showcase their expertise, exchange insights, and explore strategic partnerships in Ukraine, particularly within the sectors of energy-efficient construction and municipal infrastructure.

In particular, the matchmaking aimed at facilitating partnerships that could be eligible for Nefco grants for construction of Nearly Zero Energy municipal buildings.

In addition to fostering connections and collaboration, the webinar would be one of several interactions with the construction sector during the autumn of 2024 including the Rebuild Ukraine Conference in Warsaw, on-site visits in Ukraine and online interactions.

Agenda (CET)

14:00 – 14:05

Opening remarks, introduction to Business Sweden, an overview of the pitch event, and the significance of energy-efficient construction in Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between Ukraine and Sweden: Andreas Giallourakis, Trade Commissioner of Sweden in Ukraine, Business Sweden

14:05-14:10

Introduction to the event, announcement of participating companies, and brief instructions on the pitch format: Marharyta Sahalevych, Team Lead of Municipal Infrastructure

14:10 – 14:40

Presenting Swedish Expertise and Technology

Each participating Swedish company will have 2 minutes to present their business, outline partnership opportunities, and share what they bring to potential collaborations.

14:40 am – 15:10

Presenting Ukrainian Expertise and Technology

Each participating Ukrainian company will have 2 minutes to present their business, outline partnership opportunities, and share their requests for collaboration

15:10 – 15:30

Q&A and Closing Remarks

Summary of key points, encouragement to foster partnerships, and an invitation to join the further activities, focusing on Ukraine’s rebuilding and reconstruction efforts: Andreas Giallourakis, Trade Commissioner of Sweden in Ukraine, Business Sweden