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Odense – a city at the forefront of innovation in the life science, biotech, and green tech industries. With over 3,000 professionals working across more than 50 companies, Odense has established itself as a thriving hub for cutting-edge advancements.

Over the past 3 years, the sector has witnessed a staggering investment of 2 billion EUROs, a testament to its potential and growth prospects.

At the heart of the dynamic ecosystem is Life Science Fyn, a collaborative effort that brings together companies, the University of Southern Denmark, and the University Hospital, OUH. This partnership ensures a resilient and fruitful Public/Private alliance aimed at fostering the development of the industry in and around Odense.

Biotech and life science in numbers

employees in life science, biotech and green tech in Odense

mil. EURO is invested in the industries in and around Odense since 2020

billion euros is the number of Danish life science exports in 2022

Data from june 2023

New Recommendation to expand the life science cluster in Odense

The Business Council advocates for the expansion of the Life Science cluster in Odense, acknowledging the sector’s increasing importance in Denmark. Odense hosts a notable concentration of Life Science companies, particularly those specializing in robotics and welfare technology.

Clustering life science entities can optimize resource utilization and promote sectoral growth. To achieve this, proposed solutions entail designating new industrial zones near existing clusters, ensuring essential infrastructure availability, and implementing fast-track permit processes. Integration of symbiotic models is recommended to facilitate resource exchange among companies, municipalities, and private actors.

The recommendation to establish industrial zones and expand life science clusters in cities like Odense stems from the aim to address infrastructure challenges and streamline administrative procedures. Ultimately, these efforts aim to stimulate growth and attract investment within Odense and Denmark’s life science sector.

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Life Science Firms that developed in odense

Celvivo

CelVivo is an innovative 3D cell culture technology developed right here in Odense. CelVivo is part of the VOLTA-E!3908 project, which received 2.3 million EUR from Eurostars grant in 2024.

 

Evosep

Evosep, based in Odense, is a leading company in proteomics. In 2023 Evosep received a 40m $US investment from Novo Holdings to accelerate its efforts in clinical proteomics.  

Glyprovac

GlyProVac is an innovative solution to combat antibiotic resistance (AMR). In 2024 GlyProVac received significant funding of $467,000 from CARB-X to accelerate antibacterial research.

Why choose Odense for LIFE SCIENCE and biotech activities?

  • Strong Life Science industry

  • Skilled and highly educated labor force

  • Strong ecosystem of companies and public partners

  • Strong government support for the medical cannabis industry

  • Ease of moving to Odense for foreign employees

We help you settle and grow

Invest in Odense works with representatives from industry, knowledge institutions, and governments to strengthen the biotech, life science and medical cannabis industry. We help companies to set up their business in Odense, so if you are looking for the right place to locate your company, we would love to help you.

Want the latest insights on the biotech and life science industry?

Odense’s biotech and life science industry faces significant growth. Companies in the industry realized 127% growth in average revenue in the years 2020 to 2023. 

The fact sheet gives you all the latest facts and figures on the growing industry.

Business Plots

Are you looking for a new business plot?

With plenty of opportunities to find a suitable commercial space, Odense could be a great location for establishing your company. By settling your business here, you become part of a vibrant ecosystem, connecting with other key players in the market.

Whether you are a startup or an established enterprise, Odense offers the ideal environment for your business to settle and grow.

Invest in Odense can help you find the perfect location and be your partner throughout the process. Feel free to reach out to us to hear what we can do for you

Why choose Odense? A vibrant city in the middle of Denmark

 

In Odense, you can have a thriving career and yet have time to enjoy a vibrant and green city with high living standards and work-life balance.

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Lone Krogsbøll

Investment Manager - Biotech & Life Science

I help foreign companies in the biotech and life science industry to establish in Odense and connect them to relevant business partners and opportunities here. My background is in health tech, but I’ve focused on broader life science sectors since 2018.

+45 5177 7344

loak@odense.dk

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