Uppsalahem, the municipal housing company in Uppsala, Sweden, has received national recognition for its successful development work. According to a press release issued on April 8, 2026, the company was singled out as the only organization to receive recognition for successful business development within the prestigious Utmärkelsen Svensk Kvalitet (Swedish Quality Award).
The award is administered by SIQ – Institutet för Kvalitetsutveckling (The Institute for Quality Development), which annually reviews and highlights organizations that successfully translate quality into concrete and sustainable results. In this year's award distribution, the main award went to Region Jönköpings län, while Uppsalahem received special recognition for its strong development journey.
we are very proud of the recognition, confirming the strength of our choices, teamwork, and clear focus on tenants
The assessment is based on comprehensive analysis of organizations' working methods, leadership, and results over time. Only operations demonstrating high maturity and long-term improvement work are recognized. Uppsalahem was highlighted for its clear customer and stakeholder focus, where sustainability is integrated into both governance and development. The company's inclusive and engaged leadership, characterized by the value foundation 'Tillsammans' (Together), was noted for creating strong participation and responsibility-taking throughout the organization.