Major renovations planned for Askö Laboratory in 2026
Between April and October 2026, the Askö Laboratory’s main building will undergo a major renovation to address fire safety requirements that the current bedrooms no longer meet.
Akademiska Hus will carry out the renovation, as they are responsible for maintenance. During the renovation period, students, researchers and meeting participants will be accommodated in temporary housing.
A variant of this type of barge will be used during the renovation period. Photo: Akademiska Hus
To ensure that the total number of rooms and beds remains unchanged, Akademiska Hus will provide a barge with the same capacity as the main building. The barge will be moored in the nearby "Bastuviken" bay, and each room will have a private toilet and shower. The laboratory’s smaller cabins will not be affected by the renovation and remain available as usual.
Every effort will be made to minimise disruption to planned courses, meetings and research activities, though some impact is unavoidable.
Further practical details will be communicated to guests who have booked to stay during the renovation period. For questions, please contact the laboratory staff at asko.ostersjocentrum@su.se.
The barge will be moored just below the sauna, at the yellow mark, during this period.
Last updated: 2026-02-11
Source: Stockholm University Baltic Sea Centre