MobilityXlab
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Coordinator | LINDHOLMEN SCIENCE PARK AKTIEBOLAG - Lindholmen Science Park AB |
Funding from Vinnova | SEK 3 000 000 |
Project duration | September 2017 - August 2020 |
Status | Completed |
Important results from the project
Since the launch in the autumn of 2017, MobilityXlab has established a well-known platform that in a structured way matches the needs of industrial companies and startups´ expertise, which has resulted in a natural arena for collaboration between its partners, CEVT, Ericsson, Veoneer, Volvo Cars, Volvo Group, Zenseact (former Zenuity) and when it comes to collaboration with these parties and startups from all over the world. The result trumps expectations.
Expected long term effects
-An established process for evaluating startups through screening and pitch sessions -A framework and process for collaboration between startups and partners - where collaboration activities organized by MobilityXlab have been a key. -Internationally recognized - startups from 36 countries have applied to collaborate with partners -40 startups have been accepted to MXL -54 PoC’s carried out between startups and partners (90 % financed by partners) -9 commercial long-term contracts / partnerships
Approach and implementation
During the three years, the project has undergone several changes due to the agile approach chosen at the start. Ex; From local focus to global focus From office & showroom to a living meeting place. Physical meeting to digitized meeting Multilateral IP agreement between partners/startups Keys for success Uniqueness as MobilityXlab is deeply integrated with the partner organization A neutral platform that nurtures a culture based on openness and trust that fosters collaboration.