Innovate & Invest in Trondheim
A city known for world-class technology, deep research, and ideas that travel far beyond the city.
Trondheim doesn’t follow trends. It sets direction.
Ocean autonomy, energy, health technology, AI, food innovation, digital infrastructure, and advanced research move through the same ecosystem here, not as separate worlds, but as fields that sharpen each other. Trondheim has the rare mix that serious innovation needs: world-class research, technical talent, ambitious founders, industry access, and a culture where people actually work across fields.
This is not innovation at a distance. It’s close, active, and already moving. Look closer, and you find a city turning specialist knowledge into global relevance. The advantage is closeness. Founders can get near the research. Companies can get near the talent. Investors can get near ideas before they become obvious. Trondheim may look small from the outside, but what’s being built here doesn’t stay small for long.
Coming soon: Innovation & business in Trondheim
We’re still building this part of Trondheim.com. Soon, this page will offer a clearer look at Trondheim’s business and innovation ecosystem, from technology, research, and startups to established industries, investment, and the networks helping ideas and companies grow here.
More to come in early autumn.
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Study here
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Innovate & invest here
A city known for deep tech, bold founders, and world-class research that moves ideas forward.
Make a life here
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Build your career here
Grow your career in a city where opportunity, innovation, and quality of life move together.
People making their mark
Get to know the founders, researchers, students, artists, and innovators bringing Trondheim’s ideas and culture to life.