The Bridge Conference 2026

09:30

Registration and coffee

An opportunity to connect and start the conversation. 

10.00

Welcome to the Bridge Conference 2026

Setting the scene for the day

10.10

Highlights from 2025  

Key developments and milestones from the past year.

10.15

From ideas to funded projects – outcomes from the project portfolio 

Several of the projects awarded funding in 2025 will be presented. Many of these initiatives have their roots in the collaborative workshop at last year’s Bridge Conference, demonstrating how joint dialogue and co-creation can lead to concrete research and innovation projects. 
(Project presentations to be confirmed.) 

11.15

Break

Time for reflection and conversation

11:45

Meet the project committee

The Project Committee presents its role and responsibilities, sharing insights into how priorities are shaped within the project portfolio and how joint projects are selected.

12.00

Students in the partnership – first experiences from the Forest Master’s programme

Supported by The Bridge, students from Linnaeus University’s Forest Master’s programme share insights from ongoing thesis projects developed together with industry partners. (Details to be confirmed.)  

12.15

Lunch

Recharge and continue the dialogue.

13.00

Collaboration for excellence 

Keynote speaker: Tobias Degsell.  

Before establishing his own business in 2016 Tobias Degsell served as a curator at the Nobel Prize Museum in Stockholm. Immersed in the achievements of Nobel Prize Laureates, he delved into understanding how brilliant ideas materialize. Today, he extends his expertise globally, guiding companies and organizations to break free from conventional thinking. Guided by Tobias, we jointly explore what is needed to take our collaboration forward.  

14.30

Closing remarks 

Coffee will be served after the closing remarks – a opportunity for informal discussions and networking.

15.30

Opening event: Woodlife Sweden

The day concludes with the opening of the Woodlife Sweden exhibition, offering space for continued conversation, inspiration and new perspectives.

Link to the registration: https://axacoair.se/go?R4K9S4Qc

Registration is open until February 26, 2026.

 Check Smaland Airport's website to find a suitable flight connection. 

You can reach Växjö via flights to Copenhagen Airport/Kastrup and a connecting direct train to Växjö station (approximately 2.5 hours). Travelling by train will take you to Växjö station situated in the city centre.

For travelling between Växjö Småland Airport and Linnaeus University, or Växjö city centre and Linnaeus University, taxi or bus is recommended.

Bus to campus

Bus no 4 takes you from Växjö Småland Airport to Växjö city centre where you change bus for Linnaeus University.

There are several alternatives for travelling by bus between Växjö city centre and Teleborg, where campus is situated. The best option is bus no 3 that goes directly to the university. Other alternatives are to take bus no 1 or bus no 5 to Teleborg centrum, which is located an 8–10 minute walk from the university.

All bus routes are operated by Länstrafiken Kronoberg, see link for timetables.

Linnaeus University is a creative and international knowledge environment that promotes curiosity, creativity, companionship and utility. More than 44,000 students are registered at Linnaeus University.

Linnaeus University is located in Växjö and Kalmar and offers 150 degree programmes and 1,300 single-subject courses. Linnaeus University was established in 2010 through a merger between Växjö University and Kalmar University College.

With some 2,100 employees and 44,000 students it is a modern university with Småland as its base and the world as its arena. Studying and working at Linnaeus University involves being part of an environment that is characterised by knowledge and development. Students acquire new knowledge and learn to have a critical approach. Researchers make new discoveries that can bring change to our society. Employees share stories of a workplace with both challenges and opportunities. Linnaeus University is a university where people can reach their full potential. 

If you need of hotel room during your stay in Växjö, we recommend that you contact one of the hotels/hostels below to make a reservation.

Elite Stadshotellet 
Kungsgatan 6, Box 198
352 33 Växjö
Book by email: reservation.vaxjo@elite.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 134 00
Website: Elite Stadshotellet

Elite Park Hotel
Västra Esplanaden 10
352 31 Växjö
Book by email: reservation.vaxjo@elite.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 70 22 00
Website: Elite Park Hotel

Clarion Collection Hotel Cardinal
Bäckgatan 10
352 30 Växjö
Book by email: cc.cardinal@choice.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 72 28 00
Website: Clarion Collection Hotel Cardinal

Quality Hotel Royal Corner
Liedbergsgatan 11
352 32 Växjö
Book by email: q.royalcorner@choice.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 70 10 00
Website: Quality Hotel Royal Corner

Teleborgs Slott
Slottsallén
351 96 Växjö
Book by email: info@teleborgsslott.com
or by phone: +46 470 – 34 89 80
Website: Teleborgs Slott

Hotel PM & Vänner
Västergatan 10
352 31 Växjö
Book by email: reservations@pmhotel.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 75 97 00
Website: Hotel PM & Vänner

Hotel Esplanad
Norra Esplanaden 21 A
352 31, Växjö
Book by email info@hotelesplanad.com
or by phone: +46 470 – 70 22 00
Website: Hotel Esplanad

Hotel Värend
Kungsgatan 27
352 33, Växjö
Book by email: info@hotellvarend.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 77 67 00
Website: Hotel Värend

Hotel Scandic
Hejaregatan 19
352 46 Växjö
Book by email: vaxjo@scandichotels.com
or by phone: +46 470 - 73 60 00
Website: Hotel Scandic

Öjaby Herrgård
Öjabyvägen 113
352 50 Växjö
Book by email: info@ojabyherrgard.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 70 16 20
Website: Öjaby Herrgård

Are you looking for more affordable accommodations we suggest following hotels below:

Toftastrand Hotel & Konditori
Lenhovdavägen 72
352 71 Växjö
Book by email: hotell@villavik.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 652 90
Website: Toftastrand Hotel & Konditori

Växjö Vandrarhem Evedal
L J Brandts väg 1
352 63 Växjö
Book by email: info@vaxjovandrarhem.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 630 70
Website: Växjö Vandrarhem Evedal

Skäraton
Väluddevägen 1
352 51 Växjö
Book by email: skaraton@skaraton.com or mattias@skaraton.com
or by phone: +46 70 378 00 95
Website: Skäraton

Bed and Breakfast Södra Lycke
Hagagatan 10
352 35 Växjö
You can book by a registration form via the website
or by phone: +46 70  676 65 06
Website: Bed and Breakfast Södra Lycke