Venture building and startup acceleration
We explore
We continuously explore new ideas and business models. Some start-ups apply to our incubators from outside of Scania. Many are home-grown, with ideas born and nurtured in the Scania Innovation Factory.
We build
We don’t just identify opportunities; we bring them to life. We have the team, the processes and the resources to support new ventures to thrive in the competitive landscape.
We manage
Building a new business is not easy. It demands clarity in vision and deep commitment. That is why we take pride in managing new companies that enhance Scania’s offering.
How Scania is exploring new business areas
To drive the shift to a sustainable transport system, we need to find brave and bold partners in the transport ecosystem. We need partners who share our vision and can help further develop and accelerate the adoption of new technologies outside our core capabilities. In this video Gustaf Sundell, Head of Ventures and New Business and Scania's CEO Christian Levin, discuss this topic in depth.
Portfolio companies that we manage
Our portfolio consist of companies that we believe are transformational bets for Scania.
Erinion
Erinion, is founded by Scania to provide solutions for depot and destination charging, with the aim of accelerating electric truck adoption in line with Scania’s purpose of driving the shift towards a sustainable transport system.
LOTS Group
LOTS is a fully-owned subsidiary of Scania, building on years of logistics and lean production excellence.
JUNA
Scania and sennder has establish JUNA, a joint venture to drive large-scale electric truck adoption and accelerate decarbonisation of European road logistics.
RIO
Based in Munich, RIO is a 100 percent subsidiary of the TRATON GROUP. Their core business is digital solutions for the transport and logistics industry.
Autonomous solutions
Autonomous Solutions enables the brands within TRATON Group to provide safe and sustainable autonomous solutions that ensure superior customer value through integration and maximum efficiency.
Get in contact
Contact venturesandnewbusiness@scania.com if you're ready to accelerate.
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Venture collaboration
Scania is part of the Combient network, a Nordic-based industry collaboration that aims to accelerate transformation in technologies such as automation, artificial intelligence, analytics and open innovation. -
Venture capital
Scania Invest is Scania's in-house, global venture capital arm, investing across all stages.
Innovation news
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27 Jun 2024
From student to Head of Strength Simulations at Scania
Ulrika's career path illustrates her transformation into a leader in strength simulations, navigating the intricacies of R&D, steering a team in a highly technical field, and embracing the responsibilities of parenthood. -
19 Jun 2024
Listen to the discussions at Sustainable Transport Forum
In May, Scania held its fourth Sustainable Transport Forum. The event focused on the bold and brave steps we need to take in order to change our transport system for the better. -
12 Jun 2024
“Ventures and New Business work like ninjas!”
Harsha Raju is a man on a mission to transform ideas into sustainable business opportunities. While also driving circularity, Scania’s Head of Strategy - New Initiatives & Funnels Ventures and New Business is making waves in supporting the company’s vision. -
10 Jun 2024
Marell high-speed boat powered by electric Scania solution
Marell Boats founder and owner Patrik Söderholm makes fast aluminium patrol boats running on electricity. The journey of a lifetime all began in his grandfather’s fishing boat. -
22 May 2024
ALBA's sustainable waste management with Scania electric trucks
ALBA W&H Smart City Pte Ltd, a public waste collector in Singapore, plays a significant role in the country’s recycling and waste management. They’ve implemented innovative solutions in sustainable waste management by deploying Scania electric trucks in the Woodlands-Yishun sector for general waste and recycling collection. -
02 May 2024
“It’s challenging but very rewarding…I would definitely recommend getting a PhD.”
José Campos Garcia is the first-ever Industrial PhD student within Scania’s Procurement department. He feels honoured to have the opportunity and hopes his rese -
23 Apr 2024
Reskilling Programme – Becoming a Data Engineer at Scania
Data engineers are a sought-after professional group needed for Scania to continue transforming the transport system and make it sustainable. With the reskillin -
02 Apr 2024
The silent 70-tonne Scania timber truck
SCA’s first electric timber truck is a Scania with a technical capability of up to 70 tonnes total weight. -
11 Mar 2024
Wind turbine triumph - Chi Deh’s unwavering trust in Scania trucks
In Taiwan's wind energy sector, Chi Deh relies on Scania trucks for intricate wind turbine projects. For decades, Scania trucks have provided robust power and reliability, serving a pivotal role for precision in engineering operations. -
08 Feb 2024
Six ways Scania’s Control Package boost your business
Fuel savings, increased productivity and smaller climate footprint. The digital revolution has opened up vast possibilities for transport companies to enhance their operations. Here are six ways in which Scania’s digital services offering, Scania Control Package, makes life easier for hauliers.