Trade Center, Mixed-use tower in Halmstad, Sweden
Trade Center is a modern high-rise building in Halmstad with 22 floors rising to about 73 meters tall. The structure houses university offices, commercial spaces, and business facilities for various companies and organizations.
The building was completed in 1991 and sits in the Bærtling block near the college along Laholmsvägen. It marks a key moment in the city's growth as a business center during that decade.
Locals call this skyscraper 'Jörgens pinne' after municipal chairman Jörgen Andersson who was in office during its construction. The nickname has stuck and reflects how closely the building is tied to the city's recent past.
The building sits within walking distance of Halmstad University campus, making it easy to access. Its location on Laholmsvägen provides good connections to the city center and works well with various forms of transportation.
The tower houses multiple international companies, including Microsoft offices and a regional base for Astra Zeneca. This makes it a significant hub for international business activity in the city.
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