About us
We Are Hislanders. This Is Our Story.
The Journey
From Himec to Hisland: A Journey of Resilience
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1998-2010: The Beginning (Himec Engineering)
Two guys from Hisingen—Jörgen and Kenneth—started Himec Engineering with a simple belief: great engineering isn’t just about technical skills. It’s about people, passion, and purpose.
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2010-2015: Evolution (Hisland Solutions)
We expanded beyond mechanical engineering into software and systems. Himec became Hisland Solutions—reflecting our broader vision and deeper commitment to sustainable innovation.
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2015-2020: Growth & Impact
We developed our leadership program, recruited global talent, and became known for our “Hislander” culture—engineers who think like entrepreneurs and inspire like leaders.
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2020-2024: Crisis & Comeback
COVID hit hard. Bankruptcy followed. But like Hisingen itself, we adapted. We rebuilt as Helics, fought to reclaim our identity, and in 2024 emerged as Hisland Sweden—stronger, wiser, more focused.
Our Founders
We’re just two guys from Hisingen. And we wouldn’t have it any other way.
Growing up on this island in Göteborg’s heart taught us everything we needed to know about resilience, adaptation, and the power of community. We watched Hisingen experience glory in the shipbuilding era, face devastation when the industry collapsed, then reinvent itself with new industries and renewed purpose.
That cycle – rise, fall, adaptation, comeback – became our blueprint.
The Handball Lesson
Our story really begins on a handball court. We weren’t the tallest players. We weren’t the fastest. We didn’t have the best fitness. On paper, we had no business being one of Sweden’s best junior teams.
But we had Per-Anders Lindfeldt.
Per-Anders was more than a coach – he was a leader who understood something profound: the whole can be far greater than the sum of its parts. He didn’t just drill techniques; he built a team culture where every player knew their role, trusted each other completely, and played with a shared purpose.
Twenty seconds left in a crucial match. Score tied. Per-Anders gave the signal. Everyone knew exactly what to do. The play we’d practiced hundreds of times unfolded perfectly – not because we were talented individually, but because we functioned as one organism. When that final shot hit the back of the net, we erupted. Not because we’d won, but because we’d proven what’s possible when people work together toward something bigger than themselves.
That lesson became Hisland’s DNA.
From Hisingen to the World
We started Himec Engineering in the late ’90s with a simple belief: engineering excellence requires more than technical skills. It requires leadership, emotional intelligence, and genuine human connection.
As mechanical engineers ourselves, we understood the technical side. But we’d learned from Per-Anders that great outcomes come from great teams. So from day one, we focused on developing not just engineers, but leaders. Not just consultants, but ambassadors.
When we expanded into software and systems, becoming Hisland Solutions, that philosophy deepened. We created what became the Dynalope training program – transforming engineers into Hislanders who think like entrepreneurs, communicate across cultures, and lead from wherever they stand.
Then came COVID-19. And bankruptcy.
Like Hisingen itself, we faced our crisis. It would have been easier to walk away. But quitting isn’t the Hisingen way. We regrouped, learned, adapted, and came back as Hisland Sweden – leaner, wiser, more focused on what truly matters.
Visionary Director
Jörgen Björk
Jorgen Bjork
Founder & CEO
Jörgen Björk didn’t set out to build a consulting company. He set out to prove that engineering excellence requires more than technical skills—it requires leadership, resilience, and genuine human connection.
Growing up on Hisingen, Jörgen learned about adaptation early. He watched the island transform from shipbuilding powerhouse to abandoned dockyards to thriving innovation hub. That cycle—rise, fall, reinvention—became his blueprint.
The Hislander Culture
OUR VISION
We’re building more than a consulting company. We’re building a platform where ambitious people can grow, where innovative ideas can flourish, and where technology serves humanity’s real needs.
We believe in:
- People over profits – Success follows when you invest in human development
- Adaptation over rigidity – The world changes fast; we change faster
- Community over individualism – We rise together or not at all
- Purpose over prestige – Making a positive impact matters more than looking impressive
From our roots on Hisingen to clients across continents, we carry the island’s spirit: resilient, adaptive, and always focused on what comes next.
We’re still just two guys from Hisingen. But now we’re building something that helps others realize their own potential.
And that’s exactly what Per-Anders taught us to do.
MISSION
We create attractive possibilities for innovations and entrepreneurship by stimulating people's passion for technology that leads to a good cause.
Vision
To develop new technology that has a positive impact on everyone.
WHY
We focus on people with ambition to contribute to a better world through useful innovations and charming solutions.
The Hisland Way
Correct. Creative. Charismatic.
These three words define everything we do – how we work, how we communicate, how we show up for clients and each other. They’re not aspirational. They’re operational.
CORRECT
Creative
Charismatic
CORRECT
Professional. Reliable. Integrity-Driven.
We do what we say we’ll do. On time. On spec. With quality that doesn’t compromise.
Being correct means:
- Delivering promises – Our word is our bond. If we commit to a deadline, we hit it.
- Professional excellence – From code quality to client communication, we maintain high standards.
- Honest assessment – We’ll tell you what we can do, what we can’t, and what the risks are. No overselling. No surprises.
- Respectful relationships – We treat everyone – clients, colleagues, partners – with genuine respect.
- Strong integrity – We only do what we believe is right. If something doesn’t align with our values, we say no.
You can count on Hislanders. That’s not marketing – that’s who we are.
Creative
Innovative. Proactive. Solution-Oriented.
We don’t just solve the problem you present – we find better problems to solve.
Being creative means:
- Outside-the-box thinking – We experiment, try new approaches, and aren’t afraid to challenge conventional wisdom.
- Proactive problem-solving – We spot issues before they become problems and opportunities before they become obvious.
- Agile adaptation – When plans change (and they always do), we pivot quickly and find new paths forward.
- Continuous improvement – Good enough isn’t good enough. We always ask: how can this be better?
- Innovation mindset – From Dynalope to the Hybrid Bridge Model, we create new solutions to real problems.
If you want someone who just executes the plan, we’re not your team. If you want partners who improve the plan, let’s talk.
Charismatic
Human. Engaging. Genuinely Caring.
Technology is our tool. People are our purpose.
Being charismatic means:
- Genuine human connection – We care about you, your challenges, your success. Not transactionally – authentically.
- Engaged presence – When we’re with you, we’re fully there. Listening. Understanding. Engaging.
- Positive energy – We bring enthusiasm and optimism to our work. It’s contagious.
- Going the extra mile – We help colleagues, support clients, and invest in relationships beyond what’s required.
- Making work human – Yes, we’re professionals. But we’re also humans who laugh, care, and believe work should feel good.
You’ll feel the difference when you work with Hislanders. We’re not just competent – we’re people you actually want to work with.
Together, They're Unstoppable
Correct without creative becomes rigid. Creative without correct becomes unreliable. Either without charismatic becomes cold.
But together? That’s the magic.
That’s a team that delivers exceptional work (Correct) through innovative approaches (Creative) while building relationships that last (Charismatic).
That’s Hisland.
The Hislander Culture
What Makes a Hislander?
Engineers with emotional intelligence
Consultants with cultural fluency
Problem-solvers who see opportunities
Leaders who inspire through action
Team players who lift others up
The Hislander Culture
Högt i Tak: Room to Rise
There’s a Swedish expression that doesn’t quite translate: högt i tak – literally “high ceiling,” but meaning so much more.
It means creating space where everyone can stand tall. Where strong personalities aren’t just tolerated but celebrated. Where disagreement is welcomed because it leads to better solutions. Where you can speak your mind without fear, bring your whole self to work, and know you’ll be heard.
At Hisland, högt i tak isn’t just philosophy – it’s practice.
Our team comes from Sweden, India, Kenya, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Zambia, and beyond. Different backgrounds, different perspectives, different ways of seeing problems. That diversity isn’t a challenge to manage – it’s our competitive advantage.
The best idea wins, regardless of who suggests it. A junior engineer’s insight matters as much as a founder’s. We’ve changed direction because someone spoke up. And we’re better for it.
We’ve been bankrupt. We’ve made mistakes. We don’t hide from them – we examine them, learn from them, and become stronger because of them. If you’re not failing occasionally, you’re not pushing hard enough.
Through Dynalope training, mentorship, challenging projects, and genuine support, we invest in developing you as a whole person – not just as an employee. Your success is our success.
Högt i tak means respecting that you have a life outside work. We don’t glorify overtime. We celebrate efficiency, focus, and going home on time to what matters most.
In an environment with högt i tak, people don’t just do their jobs – they bring their best selves. They take initiative. They suggest improvements. They challenge assumptions. They care deeply because they know they’re valued deeply.
That’s not soft management. That’s how you build a team that can tackle anything.
Swedish workplaces have understood this for generations. We’re proud to carry that tradition forward while bringing our own Hisingen-inspired edge: resilient, adaptive, and always pushing forward.
The Result
When you work at Hisland, you’re not just accepted – you’re celebrated for who you are. Your unique strengths, your different perspective, your personal style – they all have room here.
Because högt i tak isn’t about everyone being the same. It’s about everyone having space to be extraordinary.