On the evening of Tuesday, 16 January, SweCham had the pleasure of supporting the Swedish Institute Management Program’s (SIMP) Diploma ceremony with the Swedish Alumni Network Thailand (SANT) held at the Swedish Residence. < Back Swedish Institute Management Program Diploma Presentation Ceremony 18 Jan 2024 On the evening of Tuesday, 16 January, SweCham had the pleasure of supporting the Swedish Institute Management Program’s (SIMP) Diploma ceremony with the Swedish Alumni Network Thailand (SANT) held at the Swedish Residence. The evening commenced with an address by H.E. Anna Hammargren, our ambassador, emphasising the significance of SANT initiatives and its role in fostering connections between the two nations. Following the Ambassador’s opening remarks, we were privileged to hear from Trade Commissioner Kacper Pierzynowski. In his speech, Kacper underscored the significance of SIMP, highlighting its pivotal role in enhancing relations with key stakeholders in Thailand. The highlight of the evening was when H.E. Anna Hammargren conferred the diplomas for the SIMP graduates. SIMP is a programme for ambitious thought leaders who want to bridge the gap between desired action and sustainability. It offers the tools for people to take charge and move to the next level. SANT celebrated its accomplishments from the past year at this special event, showcasing impactful activities, including the Plogging initiative, a roundtable discussion on ‘Plastic Waste: Management and Social Awareness’ hosted by Tetra Pak, and insightful professional networking sessions on ‘Career Development to Secure Your Future.’ with a special speaker from IKEA. SANT’s valuable contribution to the Swedish Education and Career Days 2023, promoting Swedish education for Thai students, further cemented the SANT commitment to fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange. Khun Chaidarun Tippawan, SANT Chairperson, further took the stage to express heartfelt gratitude to the outgoing 2023 Board for their unwavering dedication and hard work. Moving forward, we are excited to announce that our Executive Director, Dr Pojanath Bhatanacharoen, a proud Sweden alumna, will join the new SANT Board 2024 as their advisor, lending her expertise and insights to guide the SANT community towards even greater achievements. After all the speeches, presentations, and ceremonies the evening ended with wonderful food from Rembrandt Hotel & Suites and good networking. Previous Next

Mr. Peter Bjork, President of the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham), arranged a meeting between our member Entry Point North < Back SweCham Connects Entry Point North with RMUTK for Aviation Collaboration 28 Apr 2026 Mr. Peter Bjork , President of the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham) , arranged a meeting between our member Entry Point North —represented by Mr. Flemming Eske Hansen, CFO & Strategy Director —and Rajamangala University of Technology Krungthep (RMUTK) at its Sathorn Campus on 27 April. We would like to express our sincere thanks to RMUTK President, Dr. Pichai Janmanee , and the Director of the International College, Dr. Suphaporn Akapin , for their warm welcome to our delegation. This productive meeting provided a valuable opportunity to discuss potential cooperation in establishing an academy for air traffic controllers and related training—an important development in the field of air transportation. Both Entry Point North and RMUTK are partners with Aeronautical Radio of Thailand, located on Nanglinchee Road opposite the RMUTK campus, creating strong potential for collaboration. In addition, a new Aviation Center is currently under construction at the RMUTK campus, highlighting its growing role as a hub for aviation training and innovation. Previous Next

Today, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Thailand embarked on a visit to the Sustainable Energy Institute (SEI) at Chulalongkorn University. < Back SweCham and SEI Explore Collaboration Opportunities 11 Dec 2024 Today, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Thailand embarked on a visit to the Sustainable Energy Institute (SEI) at Chulalongkorn University. The visit provided SweCham members with valuable insights into SEI's cutting-edge research and innovative projects in the field of sustainable energy. Through presentations and discussions, both organisations engaged in a fruitful exchange of knowledge and expertise, exploring potential areas for future collaboration. Building on this successful visit, SweCham and SEI aim to foster a strong partnership. This collaboration will involve joint initiatives such as knowledge sharing workshops, research collaborations, and the exploration of business opportunities in the sustainable energy sector. By leveraging their combined strengths, we aim to contribute significantly to Thailand's transition towards a more sustainable and energy-efficient future. Thank you Khun Niall, Khun Francis, and Khun Raja for the insightful introduction and welcoming us at the SEI office! Previous Next

Marking its 50th anniversary in Thailand, Volvo announced its ambition to go fully electric in 2025. < Back Volvo Car Thailand ‘Closer to realising full-electric ambitions’ 26 Apr 2023 Volvo Car (Thailand) continued to strengthen its position as the leader in the premium electric segment by recording full-year sales growth of 71% in 2022, as consumers showed an increasing appetite to drive electric-powered vehicles. The rapid growth of electric vehicle sales takes the company a step closer to realising its goal of being a fully electric car company in Thailand in 2025. Despite the production restraints caused by component shortages, the demand for Volvo Cars in Thailand remained robust, with sales of fully electric models, including the C40 Recharge Pure Electric and the XC40 Recharge Pure Electric, growing by 190 percent during the year of 2022, accounting for over one-third of total vehicle sales. Volvo Cars’ Recharge line-up also reported a sales increase of 24 percent, amounting to 64.8 percent of the company’s total sales volume. Among the top-selling models were the XC60 Recharge Ultimate T8 Plug-in Hybrid (22.7% of sales), the XC40 Recharge Pure Electric (22.2%), the XC40 Recharge Ultimate T5 Plug-in Hybrid (14.7%), the C40 Recharge Pure Electric (13%) and the V60 Recharge Ultimate T8 Plug-in Hybrid (9.1%). To commemorate its 50th year of operation in Thailand this year, the company also announced an ambitious plan to sell only fully electric cars in Thailand in 2025, five years ahead of the company’s global target. “This year marks a special occasion as Volvo Car introduced our first model to Thailand 50 years ago with a promise of safe driving. As we embark on our next 50 years, we extend our promise of safe driving to include protecting the environment and the world we live in. We are delighted that drivers in Thailand are so enthusiastic about electric-powered vehicles, and we are confident that our bold ambition to sell only full electric cars in 2025 will be successful,” said Chris Wailes, Managing Director of Volvo Car (Thailand) Limited . Reinforcing Volvo’s commitment to using clean energy for a sustainable future, four dealerships were chosen to house Solar Carport charging station installations, helping to lower electricity bills and reduce carbon emissions. Volvo Car Thailand also built closer connections with consumers as part of the “Live Life Better with Volvo” campaign, which encourages people to become more conscious of the environment and communicate the importance of living life sustainability. Adventurous outdoor activities hosted by Volvo included cycling and trail running, giving Thais an opportunity to explore their thrill-seeking side and get in touch with nature. Southeast Asia’s first brand experience center, Volvo Studio Bangkok, also hosted a number of fun and interesting events and activities throughout the year. “In line with our promise to launch at least one new electric car every year, in 2023, we will continue to strengthen our position as a leader in the premium electric segment by launching two new Pure Electric models that will further raise our standards in safety and a more sustainable lifestyle. We will continue to be pioneers in the protection of people and the planet and achieve our goal of being a fully electric car company in 2025 in Thailand, five years ahead of our global target,” “Looking ahead, Volvo will continue to shape the future of mobility with safety and sustainability in mind. We have made it our mission to make life easier, better, and safer, so everyone can live life to the fullest,” added Chris. For more information, including the latest company news, please visit www.volvocars.com/th or follow Volvo’s official fan page http://www.facebook.com/volvocarsth . Visit Volvo Studio Bangkok, located on the 3rd floor of ICONSIAM, to learn more about the Volvo brand. Previous Next

Big thanks to Saab for your warm welcome on the SweCham Member visit! < Back SweCham Member Visited Saab! 18 Apr 2023 This month, the SweCham team visited our Member, Saab, at their office. Many thanks to Khun Fredrik Lindblom , Head of Saab Thailand and Governor of SweCham, for his warm welcome! During our visit, we gained more insights into the partnership between Saab and the Thai industry. As Saab has been active in Thailand since the mid-1980s, the company has transferred important advanced technology and know-how to the locals. Moreover, Saab’s world-leading position in civil air traffic management is reflected in Thailand where their solutions are in operation at Thailand’s largest airports. The SweCham team was very grateful for the valuable information we gained during this visit. Furthermore, our visit led us to discuss Thailand’s economy and how we could support Saab. We also shared information about the SweCham activities and projects, such as our advocacy work, events, members’ projects, etc. Additionally, we discussed the opportunities to work together on future projects. The SweCham team looks forward to developing new opportunities and collaborations with Saab in the future! To discover more about Saab, please visit: www.saab.com Previous Next

< Back Swedish National Day and Midsummer Lunch Celebration, 10 June 2023 The long awaited Swedish National Day and Midsummer Lunch Celebration 2023 was a great success! On Saturday, 10 June, the Swedish National Day and Midsummer Lunch Celebration 2023 took place at Lancaster Bangkok. Together with Sweden Alumni Network Thailand, Svenskgruppen i Bangkok, SWEA Bangkok, and Thai-Nordic Association, we gathered over 70 people at the event for one of the most loved Swedish traditions. The doors opened at 11:00 and SweCham welcomed everyone for some mingle before the lunch would take place at 12:00. A great and diverse buffet was awaiting the guests with some of the most iconic typical Midsummer dishes including three types of marinated herrings, boiled small potatoes with butter and dill, smoked salmon and of course the meatballs just to name a fraction of what was offered. After enjoying the buffet, it was time for the popular SweCham quiz which challenged the participants with both Midsummer-related questions and general knowledge questions. The winners were awarded with Marabou chocolate which was highly appreciated. The highlight for many which was the final section of our Midsummer Lunch was our coveted raffle game. This year we were delighted to give away some fantastic prizes and we congratulate all the lucky winners. Once again, we would also like to thank all the raffle prize sponsors: Aleenta Phuket Aleenta Retreat Chiang Mai akyra Manor Hotel Chiang Mai BNH Hospital The Legend Chiang Rai Escape Room Thailand CoffeeWorks FOREO jOOBOO The Landmark Bangkok Mammas Kök Husqvarna Amrapur Tailors and Khun Peter Björk SweCham would like to thank everyone who participated in this event and your invaluable support! SweCham would also like to express our gratitude to Ambassador Jon Åström Gröndahl for his valuable contributions to the chamber and extends its best wishes for his future endeavours. Click here for the Full Photo Book! As SweCham continuously organises events to create opportunities for our members and friends to connect, please stay tuned for more upcoming events at www.swecham.com . We look forward to seeing you at our next event in September! Previous Next

Last Friday, Dr Pojanath Bhatanacharoen, our Executive Director, and Khun Thittiya Sommana, our Events and Marketing Officer, had the pleasure of visiting the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) office, alongside the Netherland-Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Swiss-Thai Chamber of Commerce. < Back Forging Sustainable Collaborations in the MICE Industry with TCEB 29 Jan 2024 Last Friday, Dr Pojanath Bhatanacharoen, our Executive Director, and Khun Thittiya Sommana, our Events and Marketing Officer, had the pleasure of visiting the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) office, alongside the Netherland-Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Swiss-Thai Chamber of Commerce. In addition, the visit provided us with a great opportunity to discuss potential sustainable collaborations. We were pleased to gain insights into TCEB's strategies aimed at shaping the business events industry in Thailand and its sustainability initiatives, with a particular emphasis on advancing the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) agenda within the International Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) industry. The SweCham Team would like to thank TCEB for the warm welcome and the highly informative meeting. We eagerly anticipate the positive impact we aspire to create through this collaborative effort with TCEB and our partners! Previous Next

Acme-Inter has been established since 1973. For over 50 years, the company has evolved into an organization of six highly specialized business units. < Back A Warm Welcoming ACME -INTER to SweCham Community 16 Oct 2025 Acme-Inter has been established since 1973. For over 50 years, the company has evolved into an organization of six highly specialized business units. The Performance Materials Business Unit strives to be the leading supplier of the friction industry in Southeast Asia. The company currently represents Lapinus Fibres, Höganäs Iron Powder, Makin Copper Powder, Kolon Aramid pulp, Tribotecc metal sulphides, Itaprochim, Imerys Graphite, KERNIK chemical and more A very warm welcome to the representative of Acme International (Thailand) Ltd., Khun Boonyawat Teeraprawatekul (Managing Director). We are excited about the potential for future collaborations between Acme International and the SweCham community. This new partnership presents excellent opportunities for our members to connect and explore new business ventures together. Getting to know more about our new member, please click here: https://www.acme-inter.com/ Interested in joining the Thai-Swedish business community and connecting to the SweCham network? Please contact us at [email protected] Previous Next

< Back BNH Company Visit And Networking, 9 March 2023 On 9 March, the SweCham Company Visit and Networking Event took place at BNH Hospital, offering participants the opportunity to learn more about men’s health. Special thanks to Dr. Suntchai Wirotsaengthong for such an informative talk on the topic of ‘A New Minimally Invasive Treatment for BPH’ and BNH hospital for being the host venue! During the talk, we learned that BNH Hospital, a leading healthcare facility in Thailand, offers an innovative new procedure called iTind. This procedure, which is used to treat Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), is only available at two hospitals in Thailand, and BNH Hospital is proud to be one of them. As the first hospital in ASEAN to offer this procedure, BNH hospital is a regional leader in BPH treatment and a trusted destination for patients seeking the latest and most effective medical treatments. Furthermore, BNH Hospital is the only healthcare facility in Thailand to offer BPH patients access to both iTind and Rezum, giving patients more options and increasing the likelihood of successful treatment outcomes. Lastly, Dr Suntchai also highlighted the benefits of these minimally invasive treatments that they do not require hospital recovery time and more cost-effective, unlike conventional procedures like TUR-P or laser. If you are interested in learning more about the treatment or to make appointment with Dr. Suntchai Wirotsaengthong for initial consultation. Please visit https://www.bnhhospital.com/search-doctor/entry/4100/ Dr. Suntchai Wirotsaengthong Department: Surgery and Urology Specialty: Urosurgery Working Dates: Monday 09:00 – 14:00 Tuesday 09:00 – 17:00 Thursday 09:00 – 14:00 Friday 09:00 – 17:00 Sunday 1 and 3 of the month 10:00 – 13:00 Line: @mcentrebybnh Call: 02-022-0700 #1166 Our visit to the hospital was a wonderful experience and we would like to extend our best wishes to BNH for celebrating their 125th anniversary this year. During the visit we got to explore the advanced facilities and learn about the hospital’s history, followed by a delightful dinner hosted by the BNH team. We want to express our sincere gratitude to the team for their hospitality and thank you to all the participants for joining us on this visit. Your presence made it even more enjoyable! Previous Next

This January, Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok ushers in the Year of the Snake with a series of delicious and entertaining experiences to celebrate the dawn of the lunar new year and the prosperity and abundance that lies ahead. Visit this Langsuan landmark to enjoy a grand acrobatic Dragon Dance to a Lunar New Year Afternoon Tea, fluffy ‘CRAFT Bao Buns’, indulgent Sea+Land spread and golden Fortune Chocolate. < Back [Press Release] Embrace the Auspicious Arrival of the Year of the Snake at Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok 17 Jan 2025 A SOARING GRAND DRAGON DANCE From 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday 29 January 2025, the acclaimed China-Shows stages a spectacular one-hour-long show at Urban Oasis to attract good fortune for the lunar new year. The outdoor, foliage-filled setting offers an up-close, immersive performance experience that is free for all patrons of this convivial green venue. GIFT EXTRA PROSPERITY WITH FORTUNE CHOCOLATE Celebrate the Year of the Snake with auspicious elegance! Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok presents exclusive Chinese New Year gold ingots, crafted with culinary care and presented in a velvet red bag. Each set includes 8 delectable gold chocolate ingots with 2 flavours; Mandarin & Chestnut and Jujube & Lotus Seeds , symbolising prosperity and good fortune for the year ahead. Priced at THB 888 net per set, these exquisite treats are the perfect way to usher in a year of abundance. Orders can be placed three days in advance until 31 January 2025. To learn more and place your order, please call 02 056 9999 or email [email protected] . LUNAR NEW YEAR AFTERNOON TEA AT MAA-LAI LIBRARY Maa-Lai Library welcomes the Year of the Snake with a Chinese-themed afternoon tea set that merges beloved Chinese classics and British afternoon tea traditions in the heart of Bangkok, enjoyed with a panoramic view from the 30th floor for the ultimate escapism. The all-new afternoon tea is available daily from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., from 18 January to 9 February 2025. This festive afternoon tea is offered in a choice of two sets. The “Signature Set” features highlights such as Peking duck cheese toasties, foie gras mala spring rolls, choux kung pao lobster, and red bean and lotus seeds cake at THB 1,588 per set. The “Vegetarian Set” includes delicacies like mapo tofu golden bag, shu mai broccoli cheese, savoury tang yuan, and dried persimmon and crunchy chestnut mousse cup at THB 1,288 per set. Both are served with a golden dough twist, almond cookies, fresh ginger scones and pomegranate scones with lemon curd, Devonshire vanilla cream, wild strawberry jam and orange marmalade. For more information and reservations, contact 02 056 9999, email [email protected] or Line @maalailibrary. FLUFFY ‘CRAFT BAO BUNS’ AND GLISTENING TANG HULU AT CRAFT From 27 January to 2 February 2025, CRAFT, the social hub in Langsuan, presents a delectable selection of ultimate comfort baos, perfect for any occasion. Starting at THB 260, our chef crafts steamed, pillowy-soft pockets of deliciousness with four flavourful fillings: The Bao XO Supreme: Tender flank steak enhanced with savoury XO sauce. The Bao Golden Charm: Succulent roasted duck with freshly sliced cucumber and hoisin sauce. The Bao Golden Wave: Crispy roasted pork belly, sweet pickled radish topped with roasted white sesame. The Bao Earthy Essence: A medley of mixed mushrooms in a fragrant garlic soy sauce topped with crispy fried garlic. CRAFT also satisfies your sweet cravings with the trendiest dessert, Tang Hulu . Choose from juicy fruit like strawberry, pineapple, Shine muscat, kiwi, and red grapes, coated in a crackly shell of glistening sugar syrup for a perfectly balanced sweet and tart treat – available at THB 150 per stick. For more information, call 02 056 999, email [email protected] or @craftbkk. LUNAR NEW YEAR SEA+LAND AT STOCK.ROOM Stock.Room presents a special Lunar New Year Sea+Land offering abundance to ring in the new year with indulgent Chinese delights, premium seafood and grills. From 27 January to 2 February 2025, patrons can celebrate with a feast overflowing with the freshest seafood and sizzling grilled delights. Enjoy steaming baskets of delicate dim sum, fragrant woks brimming with succulent crab, platters of prawns and squid and so much more. The Lunar New Year Sea+Land is available at THB 1,588 from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. IHG One Rewards members can enjoy an extra 20% savings and a welcome drink. Stock.Room ’s tables may be reserved by calling 02 056 9999, emailing [email protected] or Line @ stock.room All prices exclude 7% VAT and a 10% service charge unless stated as ‘net’. Previous Next

< Back SweCham Traditional Swedish Christmas Dinner, 13 December 2023 On the evening of Wednesday, 13 December, SweCham had the pleasure and joy of hosting our annual Christmas dinner! The celebration started with a beautiful luciatåg , Lucia Choir, where participants lit up the evening with candles and traditional songs, bringing the festive spirit alive in Bangkok. Highlighting that the Chamber has had a Christmas celebration—in form of lunch, and lately dinner—for the past 13 years, our President, Mr. Peter Björk, welcomed our Ambassador, H.E. Mrs. Anna Hammargren and our esteemed guests from the Thai-Swedish community to another edition of traditional Swedish festive celebration. Big thanks to our Annual Premium Plus Partners, Aritco, Husqvarna , and Securitas , for supporting our chamber over the year, as well as our workplace partner, IWG . We are also deeply grateful to our Platinum event sponsor, MedPark Hospital . We would also give warm thanks to the team at Rembrandt Hotel & Suites, Bangkok , for the delicious Swedish food and drinks and the excellent service, which added to a lively Christmas atmosphere! We would also like to extend our warm thanks to our friends and partners SANT , Svenskgruppen Bangkok , SWEA and the Thai-Nordic Association for supporting the event. Furthermore, big thanks to Amrapur Tailors for sponsoring a photo booth and provided our guests with beautiful and professional printed photos as great souvenirs for the evening. Finally, this celebration would not have been as unique without our raffle sponsors: Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok , The Legend Chiang Rai Boutique River Resort & Spa , The Landmark Bangkok Hotel , Playmondo , Lancaster Bangkok , Camfil Thailand , Peter Bjork, BNH Hospital , Ikano (Thailand) Limited/ IKEA Thailand , Kvik A/S Asia Co., Ltd. , Twinpalms Phuket Resort , Twinpalms Montazure Phuket , Royal Copenhagen , FOREO , Avani+ Hua Hin Resort & Villas (Anantara) , Puzzle Room Bangkok , BOUNCE , Boonlapo , OZO North Pattaya , Amrapur Tailors , Volvo Cars Thailand , Mammas Kök Bangkok - Thailand and our surprise raffle sponsor SPICA ! Also, big congratulations to all our Christmas Quiz and Raffle Prize winners. We thank you for your enthusiastic participation in the games and are very pleased that you enjoyed all the fun! Finally, we would like to warmly thank everyone who came to join our Christmas celebration, making last night a truly unforgettable occasion. It was our privilege to help you kick-start the festive season. Merry Christmas to you all and see you next year! Click here for the Full Photo Book! Would you like to join the SweCham? Find out more about our membership and email [email protected] for more information! Previous Next

< Back APAC SwedCham Webinar: Sweden's Export Credit System Explained How SEK and EKN can Help your business grow in Asia, 5 March 2025 We extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who participated in today's SwedCham APAC Webinar on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. We are particularly thankful to our esteemed speakers, Birgitta Lindström Kruk, Senior Director International Finance at SEK, and Lena Bertilsson, Head of Business Area Large Corporates at EKN. Their insightful presentations provided valuable information regarding the government-backed export credit system, which plays a crucial role in facilitating and promoting exports, as well as enhancing the internationalization and competitiveness of Swedish industry. For those who were unable to attend, we would like to share brief profiles of our key partners who offer valuable support to Swedish companies operating in Asia: 𝗦𝗘𝗞, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: A state-owned entity mandated by the Swedish government to provide financing to Swedish exporters, their subcontractors, and international clients. More information, please visit: ( https://www.sek.se/en/ ) 𝗘𝗞𝗡, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆: A governmental authority that offers guarantees, functioning as insurance, to Swedish exporters against potential payment defaults. More information, please visit: https://www.ekn.se/en/ We express our appreciation to the Swedish Chamber of Commerce Singapore for hosting this event and to all members throughout the APAC region for the keen interest and participation Previous Next