Industriförbundet

Industriförbundet was a Swedish employers' organization that existed from 1910 to 1991. It was founded by industrialists and business owners with the primary goal of representing their interests in negotiations with labor unions and in broader economic and political discourse. The organization played a significant role in shaping industrial relations and economic policy in Sweden during much of the 20th century.

Its main functions included collective bargaining with trade unions, particularly on behalf of its member companies in various industrial sectors. Industriförbundet also engaged in lobbying efforts to influence government legislation and regulations that affected industry. Furthermore, it provided services to its members, such as legal advice, economic analysis, and information on international trade and industrial development.

Throughout its existence, Industriförbundet was a key player in the Swedish model of corporatism, where employers' organizations, trade unions, and the state collaborated to manage the economy and labor relations. In 1991, Industriförbundet merged with Sveriges Arbetsgivareförening (SAF) to form the Confederation of Swedish Enterprise (Svenskt Näringsliv), the current leading organization for employers in Sweden. The legacy of Industriförbundet can be seen in the ongoing efforts to promote business interests and foster a competitive industrial landscape in Sweden.