SSEA to Lead Construction of Stockholm University of the Arts

Deal News | Feb 13, 2025 | Ratos

Ratos's subsidiary, SSEA, part of the Sentia construction group, has been commissioned to construct a new property for Stockholm University of the Arts. This project is a collaborative effort with Atrium Ljungberg and the university itself. The new building, which will encompass approximately 36,000 square metres, is a turnkey partnering project located in the Stockholms Slakthusområde district. Groundbreaking is anticipated in 2026 with completion slated for 2030. Architects from 3XN are tasked with the design, which will echo the industrial history of its location. This project continues SSEA's portfolio of notable constructions, adding to their previous work on Sara Kulturhus in Skellefteå, Kunskapsstaden in Kiruna, and Ersta's new hospital in Stockholm. Ratos is a diverse Swedish business group with a focus on construction, industry, and consumer sectors.

Sectors

  • Construction
  • Education
  • Architecture

Geography

  • Sweden – The project is located in Stockholm, Sweden, involving Swedish companies and entities.
  • Stockholm – The specific geographic focus is Stockholm, as the construction site and stakeholders are based there.

Industry

  • Construction – SSEA's involvement in constructing the new Stockholm University of the Arts classifies this article under the Construction industry.
  • Education – The project involves developing facilities for a university, which falls under the Education sector.
  • Architecture – The involvement of architects from 3XN in designing the building emphasizes the Architecture industry.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    SSEAConstructorCompanySubsidiary of Ratos, part of Sentia construction group, handling the university project.
    RatosParent CompanyCompanySwedish business group owning SSEA, focusing on construction and infrastructure solutions.
    Stockholm University of the ArtsClientCompanyThe intended end-user for the new construction project.
    Atrium LjungbergPartnerCompanyPartner in the construction project with SSEA and the university.
    3XNArchitectCompanyResponsible for designing the new university building.
    Josefine UpplingVP CommunicationPersonCommunication contact at Ratos.