Utexpo graduation fair 2026
Take part in innovation and inspiration for a sustainable future!
Welcome to Utexpo graduation fair 2026!
The graduation fair Utexpo is a big annual highlight at the end of the spring semester. Hundreds of students showcase their graduation projects to fellow students, the public, industry and Halmstad University staff on campus.
Utexpo 2026
This year's fair will be held on 3–4 June in the University Hall at Halmstad University. Invite your friends, family or collaboration partner to take part in innovation and inspiration for a sustainable future!
Wednesday 3 June, 12.00–16.00
12.00 Exhibition opens
12.15 Opening ceremony with Anders Bell, CTO at Volvo Cars
16.00 Exhibition closes
Thursday 4 June, 10.00–17.00
10.00 Exhibition opens
15.30–16.30 Scholarship ceremony
17.00 Exhibition closes
Information for participants and about projects
Practical information for participants
Here you will find important information for Utexpo 2026 for those exhibiting their graduation project.
Utexpo for participants
Utexpo projects 2026
On 1 June, you can read short presentations of each project here. Some projects are presented only in Swedish.
Important dates 2026
These dates are important to keep track of as an particpant.
- 4 May
4 May at 11.00–13.00
Drop-in och stand display
The Utexpo Council welcomes all participants to the Service Center at the main entrance to view examples of how a stand can be designed. The Council will also be available to answer questions about Utexpo.
Pro Vice-Chancellor and former student to inaugurate the fair
This year’s Utexpo alumnus Anders Bell is an innovation engineer
I began my journey towards a career in engineering in 1994, when I enrolled in the Programme in Innovation Engineering at Halmstad University. Choosing an engineering education was quite natural for me, as I had always been interested in mathematics and technical subjects, and the programme offered many engaging courses that suited me perfectly.
My years at the University were an enjoyable, formative and enriching period. There was a strong sense of community both within the programme and beyond, which is one of the advantages of studying at a smaller university. I still have many friends from that time who remain an important part of my life today, for which I am deeply grateful.
For just over three years, I have been leading the Global Engineering Team at Volvo Cars as Chief Engineering & Technology Officer, which means I am responsible for all development across product, technology, and innovation. Today, the automotive industry is the most transformative, competitive and exciting sector there is. It is a great privilege to work in a global company at the very forefront of developing the world’s most complex consumer product – the software-defined car.
I look forward to sharing my career journey and hope to inspire graduating students at Halmstad University at Utexpo 2026 as they prepare for the exciting future ahead.
Anders Bell, alumnus of Programme in Innovation Engineering (1994–1998)
“The graduation project is the culmination of the students’ journey – where knowledge becomes real value.”
Welcome to Utexpo graduation fair – an inspiring meeting place where we at the University proudly present our students’ graduation projects. Here, you can take part in the results of several years of study, where each project represents the highlight of the programme – the crowning achievement.
The graduation projects demonstrate how students apply their knowledge and skills in practice. By combining theory with real-world needs, solutions are created that contribute to development, innovation and societal benefit. The projects are not only proof of the students’ commitment and competence, but also a clear example of how education can make a difference beyond the classroom. In previous years, we have seen an impressively wide range of work, from innovative medical technology solutions to products that improve everyday life. What they all have in common is that they are based on the knowledge students have acquired during their studies and that they have been developed in close collaboration with companies and organisations.
Utexpo is therefore more than an exhibition – it is a platform where knowledge becomes action. For our students, the graduation project marks both the end of their studies and the beginning of the next step in their careers. As a visitor, you have a unique opportunity to discover new ideas, find inspiration, and establish contacts for future collaboration and recruitment.
Kristian Widén, Pro Vice-Chancellor at Halmstad University
Meet the Utexpo Council
This year's Utexpo Council consists of the students Emma Gunnarsson, Noel Jendestig, John Thomasson and Olivia Ekwall from the Programme in Innovation Engineering. They will guide you through the entire process – from information on Blackboard and registration to dismantling.
Last year‘s Utexpo graduation fair
Utexpo 2025 a success
For the 43rd consecutive year, the Utexpo graduation fair was held at Halmstad University. Graduating students from 18 programmes were given the opportunity to showcase what they have learned during their studies and demonstrate their innovative power.
The end of studies and academic success celebrated
Getinge Sterilization awarded six students
In connection with Utexpo, various scholarships are awarded to the University's students every year. The University's collaborative partner, Getinge Sterilization Inc., contributes SEK 100,000.
How the next generation of innovators wants to improve healthcare
Stena Recycling awarded Construction Engineers
In connection with Utexpo, various scholarships are awarded to the University's students every year. The University's collaborative partner, Stena Recycling Inc., contributes SEK 20,000.
Studentduo belönas för arbete om AI och effektivt återbruk (Swedish only)