On 29 October 2025, Alfa Laval officially began construction of the Gunnesbo Innovation Centre in Lund, Sweden. The facility, expected to be completed in 2027, is part of Alfa Laval’s long-term strategy to advance heat transfer technologies in support of the global energy transition.
The new centre will expand Alfa Laval’s R&D capabilities, focusing on energy efficiency and the development of heat transfer components, fuel cells, and electrolyzers. These technologies are key to applications such as hydrogen, carbon capture, renewable fuels, and long-duration energy storage.
The Gunnesbo Innovation Centre will be located next to the existing Gunnesbo Lab at Alfa Laval’s headquarters. Designed as a collaborative hub, the facility will host around 50 specialists working on prototyping, testing, and materials research. Rooftop solar panels will be installed to enhance energy self-sufficiency, aligning with Alfa Laval’s other solar-powered sites in Lund. The building will also feature safety-focused and collaborative workspaces.
“This investment will extend our innovation capabilities to a new level,” said Thomas Møller, President of Alfa Laval’s Energy Division. “The Gunnesbo Innovation Centre will be a collaborative hub where we push the boundaries of heat transfer technology, enabling solutions that reduce emissions, improve efficiency, and accelerate the energy transition.”
The ground-breaking ceremony was attended by Alfa Laval representatives including Jens Richter, Site Manager, and Madeleine Gilborne, Vice President of the Energy Division, along with Annika Olsson from Lund University and Adam Sandgren from Lund Municipality.