25 March 2020

Anniversary projects

The City of Gothenburg's anniversary projects are sprung from ideas from the citizens of Gothenburg's. The projects help to fulfill the 400-years anniversary's goals and vision. They also add value to the city through unique solutions and events that are sustainable in the long term. They are of a different nature and represent a diversity and breadth. The projects are considered to have the potential to make a lasting impression for the future.

The city of Gothenburg's anniversary projects – all of them are sprung from ideas from the citizens of Gothenburg.

Anniversary partners contribute to the celebration through a variety of initiatives across the city. Anniversary partners are, for example, associations, organisations, foundations and companies.

Here we present jubilee initiatives that are done.

Here you find a list with all of the city of Gothenburg's anniversary project and anniversary partners.

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City of Gothenburg's anniversary projects

The city of Gothenburg's anniversary projects – all of them are sprung from ideas from the citizens of Gothenburg.

Anniversary project

Anniversary partners contribute to the celebration through a variety of initiatives across the city. Anniversary partners are, for example, associations, organisations, foundations and companies.

Completed projects

Here we present jubilee initiatives that are done.

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Here you find a list with all of the city of Gothenburg's anniversary project and anniversary partners.

City of Gothenburg's anniversary projects

Semrén & Månsson

Semrén & Månsson has been an active part of Gothenburgs architectural scene for over 50 years, and the buildings we create here will last hundreds of years.

The final weekend

The last days of Gothenburg’s Anniversary Celebration offers a wide range of experiences to look forward to.

The vignette film

During the fall of 2022, Gothenburg's 400th anniversary and Göteborg Film Festival announced a contest allowing anyone, professionals and amateurs alike, to submit an entry and compete to create Göteborg Film Festival’s most viewed, most widely discussed film: the vignette film. The winner of the vignette film 2023 was Fabiana, which will be directed by Johanna St Michaels and Kristina Meiton.

Gothenburg’s Anniversary Festival

Gothenburg has turned 400, and it’s time we celebrate! Welcome to the festival in Frihamnen, June 2-5.

400 GREEN YEARS

In 2023, a garden exhibition will tell the story of Gothenburg’s 400 years of green history. However, the journey through the centuries begins now. Join us amid the greenery and find out more about how the city’s green environments have developed and why they will be so important in the future.

En illustration som föreställer jubileumsutställningen 1923.
100 years in Gothenburg

Gothenburg celebrated its 300th anniversary in 1923, and the anniversary events have made the city more attractive, wiser, more enjoyable and more dynamic ever since. As Gothenburg celebrates its 400th anniversary, the city will continue to build for future generations – and you’re invited to join the celebrations!

Prototyping Gothenburg

As a part of the Gothenburg's 400th Anniversary Celebration in the summer of 2023, the city's public spaces will become an exhibition arena under the name Prototyping Gothenburg.

Gothenburg’s Jubilee Map

Places and stories from all over Gothenburg. Created by people of Gothenburg to Gothenburg's 400th anniversary.

Breakwater Publishing and Aino Trosell

The book Varvsslammer (Shipyard`s Clatter) was published on 23 April 2021. It consists of fictional texts by the author Aino Trosell inspired from the work on the shipyards in Gothenburg. The novel is interleaved with pictures from the shipyard`s history. In 2022, the publisher will also publish the book Arven efter varven (The Legacy of the Shipyards) by art photographer Lena Öritsland.

The Anniversary Song

When Gothenburg celebrated 350 years, Lasse Dahlqvist wrote his most played songs "Välkommen till Göteborg" (Welcome to Gothenburg). Gothenburg's 400th anniversary and The Brewhouse Award attracted songwriters to write the official anniversary song for the 400th anniversary year. During The Brewhouse Award in January 2020, the winning entry, "Vi vill leva, vi vill dö i Göteborg" (Gothenburg, You're my home), written by Katarina Hemlin, was presented.

Glimpses of Gothenburg’s History

Glimpses of Gothenburg’s history take you on a historical journey around Västra Nordstan. Nine historical events, each with a unique story. During the summer of 21 citizens of Gothenburg and visitors could experience Glimpses of Gothenburg's history's installations and filmed dramatizations in the historic quarters around Kronhuset via QR codes. You can continue to experience the glimpses here.

GBG Form 2021

2020 The Brewhouse Award added a new competition category in collaboration with Gothenburg's 400th anniversary – The design competition GBG Form 2021. Three design products were chosen as official merchandise for the anniversary.

D*Face konstverk på ett av parkeringshusen vid Landvetter Flygplats. Målningen föreställer en kvinna och man i pop-art som håller om varandra.
Artscape

Artscape was a street art festival that took place all over Gothenburg 25 July – 21 August 2016, as part of the initiative during the focus year 2016 - Culture. In 2021, Artscape returned to the city and created new large-scale mural art.

Land Art

2017 was the year when Göteborgs Stad, through its 400th anniversary, focused on creating a greener city. As part of the work, the city adorned with, among other things, natural art works in seven places that were accessible to everyone. Land Art is an art form that takes off in the landscape and uses nature as a source to create installations that are meant to last for a longer period of time.

Trams on Hisingsbron
Hisingsbron

Hisingsbron is located in the middle of central Gothenburg. The new connection connects the city center across the water and unites the city's two halves into a green and close city. Hisingsbron has been open to pedestrians, cyclists, cars and buses since Sunday 9 May 2021. On 16 August, the bridge opened up for trams.

BoStad2021

The need for more housing is an issue that has been raised by many residents in connection with our 400-year anniversary. The goal of BoStad2021 was to find a new way of working that shortens the time from idea to completed homes and to build 7,000 homes in addition to the regular production. The project ran from 2014-2021.

Your Place in the City

"Your Place in the City" uses the urban development web as a platform to invite people on our journey towards the new city. By showing how questions about attractiveness, security and participation can be taken into account during a period of heavy construction, Gothenburg sets a bold example that is well worth visiting.

Person står med regnponcho vid en vägg i regnet.
Rain Gothenburg

Taking rain as our starting point we will work together to make our city even more attractive to live in, run a business in or visit. On average, it rains every third day in Gothenburg, which is not always appreciated. When the city asked the people of Gothenburg how they want to celebrate the city’s 400-year anniversary, their wishes included getting closer to the water and turning rain into a resource.

Pop-Up Göteborg

This initiative aims to provide sites with temporary building permits for cultural and creative businesses, such as handicrafts, small-scale design, art and crafts, artisan food, etc.

Democracy and Young Influence

During consultations with residents about the anniversary initiatives, one of the desires expressed was to increase young people’s opportunities to get involved and have real influence. The main purpose of this project is to provide opportunities to increase residents’ participation and influence, with a special focus on children and young people. It is also the ambition to showcase democracy and the developments that have taken place in the century since the Swedish people gained the right to vote.

Buss 55 Foto: Beatrice Törnros
Smart Transport

Smart transport aims to identify and highlight sustainable transport while meeting the challenges the city faces in providing future mobility and transport.

Gothenburg City Triennial

Gothenburg City Triennial is a platform for discussing and jointly creating a city. A forum for discussion and debates concerning the most urgent city development issues in which both industry and the general public are invited to contribute. Together, we are exploring new ways of using, giving and creating space in the conversation about the city.

Side by side
Side by Side by El Sistema

In 2023, the international music camp Side by Side by El Sistema celebrates its 10th anniversary. Side by Side is a yearly event where children and young people can discover the joy and beauty of music, be inspired by each other and find their driving force towards their own dreams and goals. The application is open until February 8.

Gothenburg Tales

Gothenburg Tales aims to give people a stronger sense of belonging, identity and connectedness in Gothenburg – whether they have recently moved here or lived here for generations. A large number of personal stories have been collected to give insight into residents’ experiences and lives.

Integration through the docks at Eriksberg

This is a collection of historical boats and working boats from various eras and home ports. Strong emphasis is placed on bringing in people of different ages and backgrounds. This promotes an exchange of ideas and knowledge about how these boats were maintained and sailed. There are various organised activities, courses in seamanship, talks about our cultural heritage and ongoing maintenance work. The docks will also be an appealing day out for many residents of the city and visitors.

Blueways, Greenways and Oases

The aim of this anniversary initiative is to create social, cultural and ecological meeting places in the city. In response to the wishes of residents, blueways and greenways will make it easier for people to get around and meet others from different parts of the city, relax and enjoy culture and nature.

A more accessible archipelago

This initiative aims to improve transport links from the city centre to the archipelago and vice versa, and at the same time put the archipelago on the map. Among other things, this work has led to more departures to and from the city centre in summer and all year round. This is an ongoing initiative in collaboration with various stakeholders, including the Västra Göteborg District Administration, the Municipality of Öckerö, Göteborg & Co, Västtrafik and Styrsöbolaget.

Jubileumsparken in Frihamnen

The park Jubileumsparken is the result of the people of Gothenburgs' common wish for more green areas in the city, and to get closer to the water. The playground Utflyktslekplatsen is the first permanent part that is built by Jubileumsparken. In June 2023, when the big celebration starts, a new public bath will be added to the location.

Urban Gallery of Gothenburg

The Urban Gallery of Gothenburg is an outdoor mobile exhibition, of and by the city´s districts. The gallery provides an opportunity for people from different parts of the city to meet and communicate. The mobile gallery is constantly showing various exhibitions at different places all over Gothenburg.

Urban development

JM AB

JM is one of the Nordics' leading housing developers. In places where they build new homes and residential areas, JM has a great significance for community development.

Johanneberg Science Park

Arena for exchanges of ideas and knowledge between academia, business and societal actors in the areas of urban development, energy and materials.

Liljewall

Our architecture creates a better everyday life for people wherever they live and work. We dedicate each day to making life a little smoother, more enjoyable and more beautiful.

Peab

In the summer of 2023, the people of Gothenburg and visitors from all over the world are welcome to celebrate the city's 400th anniversary from 2 June to 3 September and of course Peab will be a part of the celebration.

Stena Line

Stena Line are driven by the purpose to be a trusted link between people, places and societies, which all comes together during the celebration of Gothenburg’s 400th anniversary.

History

Anna Ihrén

Anna Ihrén celebrates her city of birth Gothenburg in the Jubilee Series, where the plot of the four books centers around the city's 400th anniversary.

Björlanda-Torslanda hembygdsförening

Exhibition showing Torslanda airport. The airport opened in 1923, celebrating 100 years this year, and was in use until 1977.

Bräcke diaconia

With this celebration, Bräcke diakonia wants to shine a light on the idea-driven sector. Bräcke diakonia was founded in 1923 with the mission to make life better for the city's poor people. Today, they help a lot of people with different needs, and offer elderly care, support groups for young people and much more.

By Yesterday

Old Gothenburg in a frame - Historical anniversary posters from Gothenburg.

Eventligan

This city tour is a magical journey through time. Our guide will take you from early 17th century to early 20th century and our trained actors will make Gotenburgs history come to life in front of your eyes.

Gothenburg Local History Association

A map book with about 120 maps in color that shows Gothenburg's development over 400 years through maps. Narrative texts to the maps.

Kajskjul 8

Stefan Andersson and his ensemble celebrate Gothenburg's 400th anniversary with the historical musical performance Made in China at Kajskjul 8.

Maritiman

Maritiman's fleet of ships represents a floating cultural heritage, firmly anchored at the Packhuskajen in central Gothenburg. With the help of seafarers' tales, exhibitions, children's activities and ship history, we want to help convey the maritime part of Gothenburg's 400-year history.

Nordic Academic Press

As a part of Gothenburg 400 years celebrations, Nordic Academic Press has published the book "Liv i rörelse : Göteborgs befolkning och arbetsmarknad 1900-1950".

Team C&L – City Walks

In order to celebrate Gothenburg's 400 anniversary, Team C&L are arranging city walks in different parts of the city.

The Sports Museum – Jubilee Exhibiton 1923 vs 2023

The Sports Museum in Gothenburg will try to repeat the feat that the committee for the 1923 sports exhibition managed 100 years ago. You can see the result at the Sports Museum starting in January 2023.

Wiking Walks

City walks in Gothenburg with a focus on history, architecture and art. Learn more about our 400-year-old city and take part in Gothenburg's complicated origins and all its predecessors.

Music

Alexsus

On May 26, the Lika Unika event will be organized, which draws attention to people with different functional variations.

All My Friends Are Stars Music Festival

Sweden's first and best festival of emerging artists takes place this summer in Gothenburg with many live music events and art exhibitions!

AllianceOrchestret & Chalmersbaletten

The AllianceOrchestra and Chalmersbaletten have for over a half a century entertained the people of Gotheburg with incredible shows, dance and music. In 2023, they will also celebrate their 75th and 60th anniversaries with a big show at Gothenburg concert hall.

Eldfesten

In 1992, Gothenburg celebrated its first Eldfesten, and since then the celebration has escalated. Eldfesten is now not only a celebration of individual cultures but is part of Gothenburg's history and future.

Finlandssvenska Föreningen in Gothenburg

Music and literature are important ingredients when celebrating Gothenburg 400th anniversary.

Frölunda Torg, Skandia Fastigheter

Frölunda Torg wants to celebrate Gothenburg's 400 anniversary! On 2-4 June, the shopping center invites you to a joyful festival.

Gothenburg Boy’s Choir

Gothenburg Boy’s Choir sings traditional church music that dates back around 400 years, from the time that Gustav II wore shorts. They specialize in English Cathedral Music. Gothenburg Boy’s Choir will celebrate Gothenburg’s 400 years with their exciting repertoire which often includes music by Tallis,Teleman, Bach, Mozart and Schubert along with more recent composers such as Rutter, Christopher Tin and Alfven.

Gothenburg Culture Festival 2023

On September 1–3, you are welcome to round off the summer with Gothenburg Culture Festival! We are a sustainable citywide festival with a broad program that suits all tastes and ages. The events are free and open to everyone!

Göteborgskapellet

Sing-along concert with the wind-orchestra Göteborgskapellet.

Kajskjul 8

Stefan Andersson and his ensemble celebrate Gothenburg's 400th anniversary with the historical musical performance Made in China at Kajskjul 8.

Make Music Matter! #Forabetterday

#ForABetterDay wants to give young people new opportunities to work with music as a form of expression and means of communication in innovative forms such as promotes creativity, curiosity and well-being.

Way Out West

Way Out West is a Gothenburg based festival, taking place during the second weekend of August every year. During one night, June 4, Way Out West will curate an evening at the Anniversary festival.

Årsrika Gothenburg 400 – a jubilee festival

During the 400th anniversary, you can attend a jubilee festival for all ages where you will be able to take part in cultural activities, seminars and lectures on the theme of ageing, as well as experience theatre, music, film, museums, speed-dating and many nice generational meetings.

Culture

AllianceOrchestret & Chalmersbaletten

The AllianceOrchestra and Chalmersbaletten have for over a half a century entertained the people of Gotheburg with incredible shows, dance and music. In 2023, they will also celebrate their 75th and 60th anniversaries with a big show at Gothenburg concert hall.

Anna Ihrén

Anna Ihrén celebrates her city of birth Gothenburg in the Jubilee Series, where the plot of the four books centers around the city's 400th anniversary.

Eldfesten

In 1992, Gothenburg celebrated its first Eldfesten, and since then the celebration has escalated. Eldfesten is now not only a celebration of individual cultures but is part of Gothenburg's history and future.

Finlandssvenska Föreningen in Gothenburg

Music and literature are important ingredients when celebrating Gothenburg 400th anniversary.

Gothenburg Culture Festival 2023

On September 1–3, you are welcome to round off the summer with Gothenburg Culture Festival! We are a sustainable citywide festival with a broad program that suits all tastes and ages. The events are free and open to everyone!

Gothenburg’s libraries and culture centres

Celebrate Gothenburg's 400 years at the city's libraries and culture centres this summer! Join us for everything from children's theatre shows and storytimes to creative workshops and concerts.

The Mystery of Banksy – A Genius Mind

During Gothenburg's 400th anniversary, you will have the opportunity to see one of the biggest superstars of street art - The Mystery of Banksy - A Genius Mind at Eriksbergshallen.

The Sports Museum – Jubilee Exhibiton 1923 vs 2023

The Sports Museum in Gothenburg will try to repeat the feat that the committee for the 1923 sports exhibition managed 100 years ago. You can see the result at the Sports Museum starting in January 2023.

Way Out West

Way Out West is a Gothenburg based festival, taking place during the second weekend of August every year. During one night, June 4, Way Out West will curate an evening at the Anniversary festival.

Window Poetry (Fönsterpoesi)

Through Window Poetry, Gothenburg's library and culture houses want to contribute to showcasing the City of Literature Gothenburg and participate in the celebration of the 400th anniversary by giving citizens of Gothenburg poetry from 21 of our activities in the city.

Årsrika Gothenburg 400 – a jubilee festival

During the 400th anniversary, you can attend a jubilee festival for all ages where you will be able to take part in cultural activities, seminars and lectures on the theme of ageing, as well as experience theatre, music, film, museums, speed-dating and many nice generational meetings.

Parks and nature

Audiotechture

Regnskogen (Rainforest) is a sonic art work in the Palmhouse’s Kamelia house under the umbrella Rain Gothenburg. Sounds are triggered by the rain outside and changes character with the type of rainfall.

Children and Family

Askims bangolfklubb

Askims Bangolfklubb will celebrate Gothenburg´s 400th anniversary with a family weekend.

Björlanda-Torslanda hembygdsförening

Exhibition showing Torslanda airport. The airport opened in 1923, celebrating 100 years this year, and was in use until 1977.

Bräcke diaconia

With this celebration, Bräcke diakonia wants to shine a light on the idea-driven sector. Bräcke diakonia was founded in 1923 with the mission to make life better for the city's poor people. Today, they help a lot of people with different needs, and offer elderly care, support groups for young people and much more.

Eventligan

This city tour is a magical journey through time. Our guide will take you from early 17th century to early 20th century and our trained actors will make Gotenburgs history come to life in front of your eyes.

Frölunda Torg, Skandia Fastigheter

Frölunda Torg wants to celebrate Gothenburg's 400 anniversary! On 2-4 June, the shopping center invites you to a joyful festival.

Gothenburg Culture Festival 2023

On September 1–3, you are welcome to round off the summer with Gothenburg Culture Festival! We are a sustainable citywide festival with a broad program that suits all tastes and ages. The events are free and open to everyone!

Gothenburg’s libraries and culture centres

Celebrate Gothenburg's 400 years at the city's libraries and culture centres this summer! Join us for everything from children's theatre shows and storytimes to creative workshops and concerts.

Make Music Matter! #Forabetterday

#ForABetterDay wants to give young people new opportunities to work with music as a form of expression and means of communication in innovative forms such as promotes creativity, curiosity and well-being.

Maritiman

Maritiman's fleet of ships represents a floating cultural heritage, firmly anchored at the Packhuskajen in central Gothenburg. With the help of seafarers' tales, exhibitions, children's activities and ship history, we want to help convey the maritime part of Gothenburg's 400-year history.

Stena Line

Stena Line are driven by the purpose to be a trusted link between people, places and societies, which all comes together during the celebration of Gothenburg’s 400th anniversary.

The ING Network

Influential Network Gothenburg (ING) is a network that uses experience exchange and seminar programs to work to increase the common competence for children and young people's influence and participation. In this way, the ING Network also wants to make Gothenburg an even better city, in connection with the city celebrating 400 years.

Anniversary Products

By Yesterday

Old Gothenburg in a frame - Historical anniversary posters from Gothenburg.

Ekelund, Linneväveriet in Horred

Ekelund Linneväveri celebrates Gothenburg with anniversary towels with famous motifs from the city.

Gothenburg Local History Association

A map book with about 120 maps in color that shows Gothenburg's development over 400 years through maps. Narrative texts to the maps.

Nordic Academic Press

As a part of Gothenburg 400 years celebrations, Nordic Academic Press has published the book "Liv i rörelse : Göteborgs befolkning och arbetsmarknad 1900-1950".

Postnord

To celebrate Gothenburg's 400th anniversary, PostNord is releasing five stamps, which illustrate famous views of the city. The stamps are illustrated by local artists and the citizens of Gothenburg have submitted ideas of the motifs.

Somenid Shop

Somenid Shop is a place online and in Haga in Gothenburg where everything is thought out and created by a single person. Elin A wants to inspire creativity and encourage more people to follow their own path.

Health

Age-friendly Gothenburg

Gothenburg City's corporate urban development work for an age-friendly City.

Bräcke diaconia

With this celebration, Bräcke diakonia wants to shine a light on the idea-driven sector. Bräcke diakonia was founded in 1923 with the mission to make life better for the city's poor people. Today, they help a lot of people with different needs, and offer elderly care, support groups for young people and much more.

Chalmers Health Engineering

In line with the focus on health 2022, Chalmers contributes to sustainable solutions to the major health-related challenges in society by developing new technology and innovative solutions in close collaboration with the healthcare system.

Gothenburg City Mission

Gothenburg City Mission works for a more humane society for all citizens.

Tre personer som vandrar i skärgårdens grönska, med havet i bakgrunden.
Göteborg-Majorna OK Hittaut Göteborg

Göteborg-Majorna OK arranges Hittaut on four different maps during 2023. This inspires to activity in the Gothenburg area during the jubilee Gothenburg 400 years.

Kajskjul 8

Stefan Andersson and his ensemble celebrate Gothenburg's 400th anniversary with the historical musical performance Made in China at Kajskjul 8.

Make Music Matter! #Forabetterday

#ForABetterDay wants to give young people new opportunities to work with music as a form of expression and means of communication in innovative forms such as promotes creativity, curiosity and well-being.

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel

As part of celebrating Göteborgs anniversary, Radisson Blu Scandinavia invites the locals to enjoy the beautiful hotel, its spaces and take part in its activities.

Råda Församling

As a part of Gothenburg's 400-year's celebration and the focus on health during 2022, Råda Rum offers HelaDig! - a lecture series on mental illness, as well as the inauguration of Gröna Rum.

Årsrika Gothenburg 400 – a jubilee festival

During the 400th anniversary, you can attend a jubilee festival for all ages where you will be able to take part in cultural activities, seminars and lectures on the theme of ageing, as well as experience theatre, music, film, museums, speed-dating and many nice generational meetings.

Art, design and crafts

All My Friends Are Stars Music Festival

Sweden's first and best festival of emerging artists takes place this summer in Gothenburg with many live music events and art exhibitions!

Audiotechture

Regnskogen (Rainforest) is a sonic art work in the Palmhouse’s Kamelia house under the umbrella Rain Gothenburg. Sounds are triggered by the rain outside and changes character with the type of rainfall.

By Yesterday

Old Gothenburg in a frame - Historical anniversary posters from Gothenburg.

Ekelund, Linneväveriet in Horred

Ekelund Linneväveri celebrates Gothenburg with anniversary towels with famous motifs from the city.

Let’s Colour Gothenburg

Let’s Colour Gothenburg is an initiative that creates real jobs for unemployed youth while decorating the city with public artworks. In 2019 the art initiative extended to the Gothenburg region, and in Gothenburg exceptional international artworks was painted along a 21-kilometre art trail "21 km Konst" from Blå Stället cultural centre in Angered to Röda Sten Art Centre.

Somenid Shop

Somenid Shop is a place online and in Haga in Gothenburg where everything is thought out and created by a single person. Elin A wants to inspire creativity and encourage more people to follow their own path.

The Mystery of Banksy – A Genius Mind

During Gothenburg's 400th anniversary, you will have the opportunity to see one of the biggest superstars of street art - The Mystery of Banksy - A Genius Mind at Eriksbergshallen.

Genomförda projekt

A historical cinema experience of Gothenburg in 360 degrees

During Christmas City in Gothenburg, the city's 400th anniversary invited you to a 360-degree cinema experience in Bältespännarparken

Coronablommor

This artwork by Geert Van der Vossen was created to highlight the victims of the Corona pandemic and to provide support to everyone affected.

Creative Zone at Ringön

The purpose of the Creative Zone at Ringön Organisation was to enable Ringön to develop into a mix of small industry and various creative businesses. This is a vibrant area during the day and evening, as more people are discovering for themselves. As a result of the work done here, people are now talking about Ringön in a new way.

Go to Sea

Go to Sea is one of the anniversary initiatives with the aim to strenghten Gothenburg's connection to the sea, fish and seafood. After three years, the project, which is based in idea gathering in 2011, has engaged many people to participate. The citizens of Gothenburg have proven to understand, like and feel pride and have contributed greatly to the content.

Gothenburg Cross-River Cable Car

Trafiknämnden decided 28 november 2019 not to continue work on Gothenburg Cross-River Cable Car. The decision is the first of several political decisions that must be made. The project is now paused.

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