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Last Friday (Friyay), our SweCham team had a fantastic fika before the weekend! < Back SweCham Team Fika 22 Feb 2023 It was the perfect way to wind down after a busy week and connect with our colleagues. We gathered around the coffee table and indulged in a delicious Swedish treat, the classic ‘Prinsesstårta’. This cake is a masterpiece of sponge cake layers, vanilla custard, raspberry jam, and whipped cream, all covered in a layer of bright green marzipan. It was not only a feast for the taste buds but also for the eyes. Lastly, it was a fun and sweet way to connect with our team and kick off the weekend!!! Swedes love their Fika and it is an integral part of the Swedish culture, especially in the workplace as it gives everyone a break from a busy workday and a chance to chat about non-work-related topics. Swedes have Fika with friends and family as well, in Swedish culture there is always time for a Fika!! Previous Next

This week, SweCham had the privilege of visiting our incredible members at the Asia Sustainable Energy Week (ASEW) 2025, Asia's leading platform for clean energy and collaboration, including the Thai Water Expo 2025 to see more impactful solutions.  < Back SweCham Explores Asia Sustainable Energy Week and Thai Water Expo 2025 2 Jul 2025 This week, SweCham had the privilege of visiting our incredible members at the Asia Sustainable Energy Week (ASEW) 2025, Asia's leading platform for clean energy and collaboration, including the Thai Water Expo 2025 to see more impactful solutions. It was inspiring to connect with industry leaders and discover their groundbreaking contributions to a sustainable future. We’re proud to all our members for showcasing their commitment to a more sustainable world! Meet our Visionary Members and Their Solutions: Thai Water Expo 2025 at LG Floor Sentinel Solution (Thailand) Co., Ltd. - Booth H63 | Water & Environmental Solutions ASIA Sustainable Week 2025 (ASEW) at G Floor ABB Electrification (Thailand) Co., Ltd. – Booth M1 | Smart electrification and digital energy solutions AFRY – Booth S23 | Engineering, Design & Advisory Services FLIR Systems Company Limited. - Booth X35 | Thermal Imaging & Sensing Solutions Hitachi Energy (Thailand) – Booth L7 | Powering sustainable energy infrastructure NEFAB (Thailand) Co., Ltd. - Booth C42 | Sustainable Packaging & Logistics Events details: Dates: 2–4 July 2025 Location: Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), Bangkok Previous Next

SweCham would like to extend our thanks to everyone who participated in the Study in Sweden and Alumni Networking at the Swedish Embassy on Friday, 20 October and visited the Sweden Pavilion at the OCSC International Education Expo 2023 between 21 and 22 October.  < Back Swedish Education and Career days 2023 event Recap 26 Oct 2023 SweCham would like to extend our thanks to everyone who participated in the Study in Sweden and Alumni Networking at the Swedish Embassy on Friday, 20 October and visited the Sweden Pavilion at the OCSC International Education Expo 2023 between 21 and 22 October. The Study in Sweden and Alumni Networking Event was a success, the event started with a speech from the Swedish Ambassador, H. E. Mrs. Anna Hammargren. This was followed by presentations on studying and living in Sweden from Khun Varaporn Premsot, Cultural Officer, Embassy of Sweden, and Khun Chaidarun Tippawan, Chairperson of Sweden Alumni Network Thailand (SANT)! The universities representatives also shared information about their respective universities, including courses available, entry requirements, scholarship opportunities and accommodation. The evening concluded with networking and discussions of what to expect from student life in Sweden! At the OCSC International Education Expo 2023 last weekend, numerous students and visitors were enthusiastic to delve deeper into the prospects of studying in Sweden and explore the distinctive features of Swedish education. The atmosphere was buzzing with curiosity as attendees engaged in meaningful dialogues and gained valuable insights into the educational practices of Sweden. The students were very excited to talk to the universities represented at the Expo to gain a better understanding of program structures and the opportunities available through studying in Sweden. At both events, students were interested in scholarship opportunities, program offerings, and the overall quality of life in Sweden. Additionally, many were keen to learn about the work opportunities in Sweden post-graduation. We would like to thank Chalmers University of Technology , KTH Royal Institute of Technology , Uppsala University , Study in Sweden and the Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok for their outstanding representation of Swedish Education at the networking event and the OCSC International Education Expo ! If you could not attend the Swedish Education and Career Days programme and are interested in learning more about Swedish Education, please visit: https://www.swedish-education.com/ or DM. Previous Next

On Wednesday, 6 March, Dr Pojanath Bhatanacharoen, our Executive Director, and Khun Thittiya Sommana, our Events and Marketing Officer, had the pleasure of visiting C asean to discuss the details of the SX Sustainability Expo 2024. < Back SweCham Strives for a Sustainable Future! 7 Mar 2024 On Wednesday, 6 March, Dr Pojanath Bhatanacharoen , our Executive Director, and Khun Thittiya Sommana , our Events and Marketing Officer, had the pleasure of visiting C asean to discuss the details of the SX Sustainability Expo 2024. Hosted at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre, the expo is the largest sustainability expo in ASEAN. Building on the success and positive feedback from last year's Sweden Pavilion at SX Expo, SweCham is excited to provide another opportunity for everyone to learn about Sweden's sustainable practices and how the country achieves sustainable growth through cutting-edge innovation at this year's expo. We also would like to thank the C asean Team, including Khun Sutthipun Nujjaya (Deputy Managing Director), Khun Soymook Yingchaiyakamon (Senior ASEAN Arts & Cultural Creation Associate) and Khun Rungsiya Kongngoen (ASEAN Arts & Cultural Creation Officer), for their kind hospitality during this meeting. We look forward to another successful collaboration! Please stay tuned for more details on this year’s expo! Previous Next

We were delighted to welcome the EQHO team to our office on 18 September. < Back EQHO at SweCham: A Memorable Visit with Culinary Highlights 19 Sept 2024 We were delighted to welcome the EQHO team to our office on 18 September. Their visit offered an opportunity to explore potential avenues for future collaboration and strengthen our partnership. We are extending a big thank you to Khun Phanitanan Sanitprachakorn, Group CEO, Khun Kanokthip Sitthiyos, PR Manager, Khun Lan Hoang Dang, VP, Global Marketing, and Khun Theerapat Sanitprachakorn, Senior Account Manager and Game Specialist, for the great visit and a wonderful lunch! As a valued SweCham member, EQHO has supported us in countless ways over the years, significantly contributing to our shared vision of enhancing the business climate in Thailand. Their ongoing commitment to our community is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to deepening this partnership in the future. Curious about EQHO’s dynamic projects and achievements? Head to https://eqho.com/ to explore their latest innovations and see what’s new! Previous Next

SweCham team is thrilled to announce the newly elected Board Members 2023-24 < Back SweCham Newly Elected Board Members 2023-24 31 Mar 2023 The SweCham team is thrilled to announce that the Board Members for the period 2023-24 were elected -during the SweCham 2023 AGM that was held on Thursday, 30 March 2023, at the Landmark. We are certain that the new SweCham Board for 2023-24 will bring great expertise, new ideas and valuable input to the Chamber as the Chamber grows and prepares for the challenges ahead. Before revealing the full new SweCham Board 2023-24, we would like to welcome new board members, Khun Cecilia Håkansson, Khun Fredrik Lindblom and Khun Luc Moulin who will be joining as governors and Khun Anders Oltorp who will be re-joining as an advisor. Furthermore, the SweCham team would like to thank our outgoing board members, Khun Robert Björklund and Khun James Teague for their many contributions during their time as governors on the SweCham Board. We wish them good luck with their future endeavours! Without further ado, please join us in welcoming the new SweCham Board: Peter Björk (President), CCM Jan Eriksson (Vice President), Spica, Husqvarna and M2M Lars Andersson (Vice President), Capaciton and Suranaree University of Technology Tomas Julin (Vice President), EQHO Daniel Lindgren (Treasurer), Rapid Asia Roy Andersson, Jönköping University Jeeranphawee Chanthanawin, Beauty Medical Anders Frummerin, Frummerin Consulting Cecilia Håkansson, Ikano Fredrik Lindblom, SAAB Benny Mattsson, Autoliv Igor Maurell, Ericsson Luc Moulin, Scania Lars Svensson, Sasin School of Management Stefan Szot, Dose Athletic Advisors: Björn Berggren, KTH Royal Institute of Technology Anders Lundquist, Pacific 2000 International Recruitment Christer Nilsson, Media Partners Anders Oltorp, Swedish Defence University Peter Temander, SAAB Observers: Anna Jakenberg Brinck Carl Lindwall To see the full recap and photos from the AGM, please click here! Previous Next

< Back Sustainability for Business Forum 2025, Thursday 29 May 2025 On 29 May 2024, we had the honour of co-organising the 8th edition of the Sustainability for Business Forum 2025 with the Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce (FTCC) , NTCC - Netherlands-Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Swiss Thai Chamber of Commerce (STCC) at Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse. We extend our deepest gratitude to our sponsors – BNP Paribas , Lufthansa , Candela , Sentinel Solution Thailand , Veolia , AFRY , Mentabuild , SCGP , Schneider Electric , Signify , VNU Asia Pacific , Faber flags , and Thai Asia Pacific Brewery – whose commitment to a sustainable future was instrumental in making this event possible. Their invaluable support directly enabled a platform designed to inspire, connect, and empower innovative projects crucial for advancing sustainability. By participating, these organizations showcased their dedication to fostering a more sustainable economy and contributing to a better tomorrow. We would like to warmly thank all our SweCham members and everyone who attended, demonstrating their strong commitment to sustainability initiatives in Thailand and Asia. This year's SBF was a tremendous success, amplified by the insights of our outstanding speakers. We extend our sincerest thanks to all the speakers and moderators. Across five dynamic sessions, including those on Waste Management, Sustainable Cities, and CEO perspectives, they truly enlightened participants with inspiring discussions and speeches. Their contributions underscored the critical importance of sustainability as a cornerstone of the world's ongoing agenda, highlighting actionable strategies and innovative solutions essential for addressing global challenges and building a resilient future. Big warm thanks to Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse for the delicious food, luxurious venue, and the excellent service which added to the atmosphere of the forum. The venue also gave the perfect ambiance for networking and mingling. We would also like to thank the supporting chambers and organizations for their support of the event. Explore the event photo, please click here ! Explore our previous editions of SBF! Explore SweCham Social Media Platforms Previous Next

Last Thursday, 9 November, Team Sweden hosted the Pioneer the Possible Thailand at Sasin School of Management. < Back Pioneer the Possible Thailand 13 Nov 2023 Last Thursday, 9 November, Team Sweden hosted the Pioneer the Possible Thailand at Sasin School of Management. The Pioneer the Possible Thailand is a platform where the focus areas and agenda are set based on findings from feasibility study and input from both Thailand and Sweden. The event created the opportunity for the public and private sectors to meet and discuss the future of renewable energy. The event begun with the Ambassador H.E. Mrs. Anna Hammargren, Deputy Director Associate Professor Piyachart Phiromswad, and the Trade Commissioner Mr. Kacper Pierzynowski giving the welcoming remarks. After this an insight of Thailand’s Policy on Energy Efficiency was given by Dr. Apiradee Thammanomai (Director of Strategy and Planning Division at Ministry of Energy , Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency) and an inspiring keynote about green hydrogen energy opportunities in Thailand was given by Assistant Governor Dr. Narin Phoawanich ( Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand ). The discussions then moved into the future of sustainable energy with three compelling case studies. Mr. Gianandrea Bruzzone and Mr. Manoj Pagar from ABB illuminated green hydrogen production offerings, Dr. Pernilla Olausson ( Siemens Energy ) envisioned the Net Zero City, while Mr. Lars Svensson ( Midsummer ) lead the charge in transitioning to renewable energy sources. They all agreed that society needs to be more energy-efficient, while also transitioning to other energy sources to become carbon-neutral in the future. This can be best achieved through a joint effort by energy suppliers and consumers. A huge thanks to Business Sweden for organising this insightful and inspiring event! Previous Next

Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce was proud to participate in the Joint Embassies and Chambers Networking 2025 on Wednesday 3 September at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok. < Back An Evening of Connection at the Joint Embassies and Chambers Networking 2025! 3 Sept 2025 Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce was proud to participate in the Joint Embassies and Chambers Networking 2025 on Wednesday 3 September at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok. An event truly showcased the spirit of cooperation among Thailand's foreign and domestic business communities. Hosted by the Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand (JFCCT), the evening brought together a remarkable group, including leaders from over 90 Embassies and Heads of Mission, and key representatives from prestigious Thai organizations, for example, the Thai Chamber of Commerce, Board of Trade of Thailand, the Federation of Thai Industry, Bank of Thailand, BOI, OSMEP, DBD, EEC, PACC, Thailand Trade Representative, international organizations, and more. Our board of governors and executive director deeply valued the chance to connect with so many partners, sharing insights and fostering new relationships. We believe that these collaborations are essential for building a stronger, more dynamic community. Thank you to the JFCCT for organizing such a wonderful event. We look forward to future collaborations! Previous Next

Are you interested in promoting Swedish companies abroad and attracting international investments to Sweden? < Back Exciting Internship Opportunity with Business Sweden 31 Jul 2024 Business Sweden is now offering a unique internship opportunity. This position allows you to make meaningful contributions to their organisation. The internship lasts between 3 to 6 months, and the start date is flexible to accommodate your availability. As a young professional, you will encompass a wide range of tasks, including conducting research, contributing to project delivery and event coordination, generating industry and market reports, monitoring media activities, and assisting with lead generation. 𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗧𝗢 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 Interested candidates are required to submit their cover letter to pongsatorn.chanwong@business-sweden.se. For more information, visit Business Sweden at www.business-sweden.com . Previous Next

Volvo Buses is one of the world’s leading providers of sustainable people transport solutions. < Back Warm welcome to our new SweCham member Volvo Bus (Thailand) Limited! 30 May 2023 Volvo Buses is one of the world’s leading providers of sustainable people transport solutions. They offer premium coaches, and bus chassis as well as a wide range of services for increased productivity, uptime and safety. Volvo Buses has sales in 85 countries and a global service network with more than 1,500 dealerships and workshops. Care and respect for people and nature are fundamental for them. This explains why Volvo Buses has a strong reputation for social responsibility and ethical behaviour. They are passionate and human-centric, with a clear focus on a premium experience for their customers, partners, users and employees. Big warm welcome to the representatives Khun Dechchai Kulkarineetham and Khun Jearanai Jirarangsimant! For queries or more details, please email Khun Punnapat Sakhon, Logistic & Marketing Specialist of Volvo Bus (Thailand) Ltd. at Punnapat.sakhon@volvo.com To learn more about Volvo Bus (Thailand) Limited, please visit https://www.volvobuses.com/th-en/ Previous Next

< Back APAC SweCham Webinar: ‘CEO Talk: Jesper Brodin, CEO Of INGKA Group IKEA’, 14 March 2023 This latest APAC webinar hosted by the Swedish Australian Chamber of Commerce was a conversation with the CEO of INGKA Group IKEA, Jesper Brodin. This discussion was moderated and lead by Camilla Ballock, Chief Executive officer of Emerging Payments Association Asia. On the topic of the challenges that IKEA, and the world has faced in the last couple of years, Jesper credits relying on a good compass within the company and trusting the people around him. He stated that IKEA faced major issues because of the digital disruption. Compared to other companies, IKEA was late to move their business online when the customer demand went up. There was a reluctance to move online but they had to meet the customer’s needs. This in turn lead to IKEA being more inclined to work proactively to lead change to keep up with the times. With the culture of Småland, thrifting and smart use of all resources, IKEA can improve the way we do things and be a leader in the community. Furthermore, Jesper highlighted the importance of finding sustainable solutions for the future. Everyone must come together to agree on solutions that will be beneficial for everyone. We need more direct dialogue between companies and governments so that there are synchronized decisions and circularity to speed up the process. Both parties, the private sector and government need to agree and commit for there to be change. Moreover, Jesper emphasised that there is a misconception that sustainability is expensive, but it does not have to be. The future is in sustainability and renewable energy. We need to show companies that there are business opportunities in sustainability as it is an investment for the future that will generate profits. Additionally, Jesper stated that it is a myth that Asia does not like to take action and that he believes Asia has the opportunity to lead the progress and find new solutions. Stating that the climate crisis we face is a Global problem and we must all take seriously because you do not want to be the last one standing on the platform when everyone is on the train. We would like to thank the speakers and all the members who participated in this insightful webinar! We hope that you feel as inspired as we did! If you missed it and would like to see the playback, please email us at contact@swecham.com . *Available to SweCham Members only* To learn more about IKEA’s sustainability work, please go to https://about.ikea.com/en/sustainability Previous Next