Innovate with us

We team up with innovators and organizations of all sizes to explore new solutions that help accelerate innovation and shape the future of our industry.
We want to hear from you!

Our objective is to

Connect

Explore external opportunities, engage with innovators, inform and promote new trends and create bridges inside the organisation.

Activate

Initiate and support the transition of open innovation opportunities into applicable solutions.

Empower

Enable innovators and Electrolux to work together, encourage an open mindset and sustain self-driven open innovation initiatives.

How does it work?

Our aim is to carefully look into every submission and hopefully find opportunities for building dynamic partnerships

  • Submit your solution
  • Our experts will review and assess the proposal
  • We will reach out and discuss ways forward​

Benefits of our collaborations

The ideal partner can dedicate the right team and focus to validate and refine their proposed solution alongside us.

  • A chance to scale globally

  • Access to the most advanced labs & facilities

  • Learn from one of the top players in the sector

  • Opportunity to build strategic partnerships

We’re looking for partners who are eager and committed to collaboration, bringing forward viable and innovative solutions with a clear value proposition.

Previous Editions
Advancing Smart Production and Safer Materials

This year focused on exploring pioneering solutions in digital quality control, biosensor technologies, and additive manufacturing. Innovators collaborated with internal teams to test new methods for precision calibration, surface treatments, and safer, more efficient materials. The campaign laid the groundwork for smarter, more connected production processes.

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Previous Editions
Shaping Sustainable and Smart Home Solutions

This edition brought together diverse teams to address forward-thinking challenges in sustainability, appliance intelligence, and advanced materials. Concepts included transforming plastic waste into usable resources, AI-driven food preservation, predictive maintenance systems, and durable high-temperature coatings. Several initiatives progressed to practical testing, with some moving toward real-world implementation.

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Previous Editions
Building the Next Generation of Home Experiences

With increased participation and a broader focus, the 2021 campaign explored innovative solutions for circular packaging, water-saving laundry technologies, energy harvesting, and chemical-free hygiene methods. Selected innovators developed minimum viable products alongside in-house experts, advancing the future of sustainable living and smart home experiences.

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Open Innovation over the years

800+
Solutions Submitted
~20%
Shortlisted to Pilot Rate
~6 months
Testing Period

What do our stakeholders say?

“Open innovation means recognizing that agility, creativity, and deep expertise often reside in startups, scaleups, and niche players—and we’re committed to building bridges that turn their potential into shared success.”

- Beatrice, Head of Open Innovation at Electrolux

“Open innovation helps us to stay ahead of curve.“

- Enrico, Quality Team Electrolux

“By engaging with startups, we infuse our sustainability journey with new ideas, speed, and a forward-looking mindset.“

- Claudia, Manufacturing Excellence and Ops Sustainability Electrolux

“Open Innovation and collaboration with startups help us implement a 'fast fail' approach, enabling us to quickly learn, adapt, and deliver the best possible consumer experiences.“

- Gianluca, Advanced Development Electrolux