On Thursday, 9 November, the SweCham Team supported the Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok at the European Language Café.  The event had a total of 16 European member states participating.  Attendees enjoyed learning and practising pronunciations of idioms and expressions from the Swedish language.  Participants tried to say phrases such as ‘Säger man A får man säga B’ (If you say A you have to say B).  This means that if you have started saying something, you must finish the story. < Back The European Language Cafe was a linguistic success 16 Nov 2023 On Thursday, 9 November, the SweCham Team supported the Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok at the European Language Café. The event had a total of 16 European member states participating. Attendees enjoyed learning and practising pronunciations of idioms and expressions from the Swedish language. Participants tried to say phrases such as ‘Säger man A får man säga B’ (If you say A you have to say B). This means that if you have started saying something, you must finish the story. The event was a great opportunity to learn new European phrases. In addition to the language learning activities, there were also some games and snacks from Sweden and other countries adding to the fun and engaging atmosphere! We hope everyone had a great time and gained some ‘nya’ (New) Swedish words or phrases. Thank you to everyone who participated in this wonderful event, and we look forward to seeing you again next time! Previous Next

SKF (Thailand) Limited, a global leader in bearing manufacturing from Sweden, has strengthened its operational capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region < Back SKF Thailand Opens New Regional Warehouse to Strengthen Asia-Pacific Supply Chain and Support Double-Digit Growth 22 Jun 2026 Chonburi, Thailand | 15 June 2026: SKF (Thailand) Limited, a global leader in bearing manufacturing from Sweden, has strengthened its operational capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region with the opening of a new Regional Warehouse near Laem Chabang Port in Chonburi Province. The new facility strengthens Thailand’s position as a regional distribution hub, enhances supply chain competitiveness, and supports the rapidly expanding industrial market across the region. The opening of the Regional Warehouse reflects SKF Thailand’s confidence and readiness to serve as a strategic logistics hub connecting supply chain networks across Asia-Pacific. The facility operates under SKF’s Tripod project, a strategic initiative designed to optimize regional supply chain management across three key clusters: (1) Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia; (2) Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines; and (3) Australia, New Zealand, and Oceania. Strategically located near Laem Chabang Port, the new warehouse spans more than 5,102 square meters and is designed to handle container throughput of more than 9 million TEU while supporting the storage and distribution of over 5,100 SKUs of SKF bearings and industrial solutions. Designed to maximize operational efficiency, the warehouse supports multiple storage formats, including racking systems, bin storage, and bulk storage. It is also equipped with a Warehouse Management System (WMS) that enables real-time inventory control, stock movement tracking, distribution management, and shipment visibility. In addition, the facility offers end-to-end warehouse and logistics operations covering receiving, putaway, order processing, picking, packing, shipping, inventory management, customs procedures, value-added services (VAS), and returns management. Mr. Tawiwat Reongpunyaroj, Managing Director of SKF (Thailand) Limited, said, “The opening of our new Regional Warehouse marks a significant milestone in strengthening SKF Thailand’s regional logistics network and enhancing our customer service capabilities. The facility enables us to improve inventory management, shorten delivery lead times, and elevate the overall customer experience across the region. “By building a more agile, responsive, and efficient supply chain, we are better positioned to meet growing market demand. We expect transportation volumes to increase by approximately 15% annually, while warehouse storage volumes are projected to grow by around 10% per year.” In 2026, its first year of operation, the distribution center is expected to handle more than 400,000 inbound units and over 183,000 outbound shipments. Approximately 75% of distributed products will serve the Thai market, while Vietnam and the Philippines will account for 20% and 5%, respectively. Supported by both land and sea transportation networks, the facility is expected to further strengthen SKF’s regional growth trajectory. “Beyond enhancing logistics efficiency, we remain firmly committed to our sustainability agenda. The warehouse utilizes 100% electric material handling equipment and electric prime movers for all internal and on-site logistics operations. This transition to clean energy is expected to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 30,000 kilograms annually, demonstrating that business growth and environmental stewardship can go hand in hand.” Mr. Tawiwat added. Looking ahead, SKF Thailand plans to further elevate its operational standards through LEED Certification (LEED v4) by 2027. The initiative will focus on optimizing energy efficiency and responsible resource utilization throughout the facility, reinforcing the company’s commitment to sustainability while supporting SKF Group’s global Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) objectives. The launch of the new Regional Warehouse underscores SKF’s role not only as a world-leading bearing manufacturer but also as a global provider of industrial solutions. More importantly, it highlights Thailand’s growing importance as a key logistics hub in Asia-Pacific, well-positioned to support future industrial and trade growth through innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. About SKF : Since 1907, SKF has been making some of the world’s most innovative bearings, seals, lubrication systems, condition monitoring solutions, and services to reduce friction. Less friction means more energy saved and by reducing it,we make industry smarter, more competitive, and more energy efficient, building a more sustainable future where we can all do more with less. SKF is represented in approximately 130 countries and has around 17,000 distributor locations worldwide . Annual sales in 2025 were SEK 91,583 million and the number of employees was 37,271. www.skf.com ® SKF is a registered trademark of the SKF Group. Previous Next

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IKEA is open to welcoming new colleagues! < Back Good news for those who are looking for a job! 5 May 2023 If you’re looking for a job, grab this chance because IKEA is open to welcoming new colleagues for over 100 full-time and part-time positions! What are you waiting for? Prepare your resume, fill out an application in advance, and meet with #IKEAThailand on 12-13 May 2023, at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre. Check out the available positions at https://en-global-jobs.about.ikea.com/search-jobs/Thailand/22908-35577-41066/2/1605651/15×5/101/25/2 Photo credit: IKEA THAILAND Previous Next

< Back Swiss-Thai X SweCham: Young Professional Networking, 19 September 2024 On 19 September 2024, Young Professionals converged at the Oriental Residence Bangkok for an engaging evening of networking, organised by the Swiss-Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce. The event was a vibrant blend of insightful discussions and lively interactions, designed to foster connections among emerging leaders. The night began with an inspiring fireside chat featuring our prominent speakers, 🔹 𝗗𝗿. 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘄𝘂𝘁 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗻𝘀𝘂, 𝗠𝗗, 𝗛𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 🔹 𝗞𝗵𝘂𝗻 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲, 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗛𝗥 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿, 𝗜𝗞𝗘𝗔 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 🔹 𝗗𝗿. 𝗞𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗱𝗮 𝗞𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗮, 𝗖𝗘𝗢 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼-𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝘂𝘃𝗺𝗶 🔹 𝗞𝗵𝘂𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗴, 𝗖𝗘𝗢 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝘂𝘁 (𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱) 𝗖𝗼., 𝗟𝘁𝗱. Each speaker shared unique perspectives on entrepreneurship, corporate success, and career progression, sparking meaningful conversations and offering valuable insights for advancing professional paths. Following the chat, guests enjoyed an energetic networking session, where they had the opportunity to connect with peers and industry veterans. A heartfelt thank you to the Swiss-Thai Chamber of Commerce for their crucial role in making this event a success. We also extend our gratitude to the Oriental Residence Bangkok for your engagement and contributions, which were essential in making the event truly special. Lastly, a big thank you to everyone who joined us at SweCham Business Connect! Your presence made the event special, and we look forward to seeing you at our future gatherings. Stay tuned for more events. Click here for the full Photo Book! Previous Next

The unveiling of the new Samitivej International Children's Hospital building marked a significant advancement in pediatric healthcare for the Thai community. < Back [Member Update] Samitivej Unveils Landmark Children's Hospital, Advancing Pediatric Care 3 Mar 2025 Samitivej International Children's Hospital Opens New Facility: Smart Solutions for Preventive and Complex Pediatric Care Conforming to International Standards—Ensuring a Healthier Future for Every Child #SavingYoungLives Samitivej International Children’s Hospital has officially opened its new state-of-the-art facility, bringing Smart Hospital services to the next level. Designed to address patients' pain points through a Smart Healthcare Ecosystem, the hospital offers a seamless digital experience from pre-visit preparation to post-discharge care through the Well Kidz application. The hospital provides comprehensive pediatric care, with more than 100 pediatric specialists covering all subspecialties, including the treatment of complex and rare diseases. The facility includes 111 inpatient beds, with 12 PICU beds and 8 NICU beds. Key innovations include: ● Hybrid Operating Theater designed to minimize radiation exposure. ● Smart ER for emergency and critical pediatric care starting at the scene. Our ambulances are equipped with real-time communications linked to the Samitivej Medical Transport Center, enabling transmission of patient data in advance allowing the hospital's medical team to provide immediate treatment upon arrival. Our ER uses sensory elements of sight, taste, smell, sound, and touch to transform the pain experience, helping to calm children and parents even in an emergency. Each year, Samitivej International Children’s Hospital treats more than 300,000 pediatric patients, both from Thailand and abroad, with a focus on specialized treatments: ● Pediatric cardiac surgery – Successfully having performed over 400 congenital heart defect surgeries from birth. ● Minimally Invasive Pediatric Surgery – Reducing pain and recovery time. ● Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation – 92% one year survival rate. ● Premature baby care – Providing specialized care for infants weighing below 500 grams (data valid through 2024). To support international patients, the hospital offers comprehensive global healthcare services including aeromedical transport, concierge services, multilingual interpreter services, and teleconsultation. Located near Suvarnabhumi Airport, Samitivej International Children’s Hospital offers convenient access for both domestic and international patients. Samitivej is dedicated to caring for every child's health, helping them grow up strong, healthy, and able to enjoy a good quality of life, ensuring a healthier future for every child. For more information: +66 (0)2-022-2222 Email: [email protected] Website: www.samitivejchildren.com Detailed information about the new facility was available for download in an e-brochure: [Download e-brochure]. A special video presentation showcasing the facility was also accessible: [VDO Presentation]. Previous Next

SweCham is thrilled to welcome Per Lindblom, our new Individual Member, to our vibrant community! < Back Warm welcome to our new Individual Member, Per Lindblom 18 Mar 2024 Welcome SweCham Newest Individual Member! 🇸🇪🇹🇭 SweCham is thrilled to welcome Per Lindblom, our new Individual Member, to our vibrant community! Per Lindblom has lived and worked internationally since 1998. He has extensive international business experience across several continents. In addition, with 25 years in the filtration industry, he is eager to explore opportunities in Thailand's growing filtration sector. Now, he is looking forward to strengthening Thai-Swedish relations through SweCham. We are delighted to have him as part of the SweCham community! Interested in expanding your business network with the Thai-Swedish community? Become our member to take advantage of all that SweCham has to offer! Explore various membership benefits here: www.swecham.com/become-our-member-1 To learn more about SweCham, visit us at www.swecham.com . Previous Next

Discover the vibrant network of SweCham members – a diverse community of Swedish and Thai businesses, professionals, and organizations. Connect, collaborate, and grow your network. Member Directory 2026 Member Directory 2026 1/1 DISCOVER NEW CONNECTIONS Welcome to our Digital Member Directory! Search for Thai-Swedish Businesses Here and Find new Partners and Contacts! Go to Member Directory E-Book (ENG) → Download PDF (ENG) → SWECHAM PARTNERS Click logos for Partners' links Platinum Partner Gold Partner Premium Members Large Corporate Members Corporate Members Start Up Corporate Members Interested in Becoming a Part of our Community? Discover your new business opportunities and strengthen your network within the Swedish-Thai community with us Apply for Partnership Download Brochure Apply for Membership Download Brochure

Discover the SweCham Give Back Initiative, our commitment to fostering a more equal and inclusive Thailand. Join us in making a lasting positive impact on communities across the nation. ABOUT THE PROJECT Through "SweCham Give Back," we're not only strengthening the ties between our nations, but we're also actively contributing to the well-being of the Thai community. We truly believe that together, we can make a meaningful difference and help build a brighter future for everyone. Join us in supporting this special journey! OUR PARTNER Friends of Thai Daughters Mission Statement: Friends of Thai Daughters is preventing child trafficking by empowering vulnerable girls to become valued Daughters, educated women, and independent adults. Visit Friends of Thai Daughters Preventing Child Trafficking with Shelter , Education and Love Friends of Thai Daughters Play Video Play Video 02:15 I am a Daughter HD Play Video Play Video 00:55 55 second Friends of Thai Daughters video Enjoy this brief video about Friends of Thai Daughters' mission to provide a loving home, education and support to girls at risk of being targeted by human traffickers. Play Video Play Video 02:00 Friends of Thai Daughters' RainbowHouse story Learn about this innovative project to educate at risk ethnic hill tribe girls in Northern Thailand Play Video Play Video 09:08 A Way Back Home Fighting Child Trafficking with Education, Shelter, and Love Learn about the powerful impact that Friends of Thai Daughters is making to protect vulnerable girls from human traffickers. Play Video Play Video 03:09 FTD International Women's Day 2022 final Play Video Play Video 00:25 See and Nara

We were delighted to welcome our newest corporate member to the Thai-Swedish Community, Axelent! < Back Please join us in welcoming Axelent to the SweCham Community as our newest Corporate Member! 21 Jan 2025 We were delighted to welcome our newest corporate member to the Thai-Swedish Community, Axelent! Axelent is a Swedish company specializing in high-quality safety solutions for industrial, automation, and warehouse environments. Renowned for its modular machine guarding systems, partitioning solutions, and warehouse safety products, Axelent prioritizes safety, efficiency, and compliance with global standards. With a commitment to fast delivery, easy installation, and sustainable practices, Axelent supports industries worldwide in creating safer and more productive workplaces. Trusted by leading automation companies, Axelent’s innovative products seamlessly integrate with advanced systems, offering tailored solutions that enhance operational safety and efficiency. Its global presence ensures reliable support for projects across diverse industries and regions. A very warm welcome to Axelent representative, Mr. Alexis Leduc (Managing Director) . As a leading country in addressing industrial safety concerns, SweCham boasts a strong tradition of innovation and expertise in this field. We believe that Axelent, with its commitment to high-quality and innovative safety solutions, will build a safe and sustainable future together with our members. To learn more, please visit their website: www.axelent.com . Interested in joining the Thai-Swedish business community and connecting to the SweCham network? Please contact us at [email protected] Previous Next

Jönköping University (JU) has become a part of the European University Initiative through their alliance @EULiST. < Back Jönköping University has become a European university 7 Jul 2023 Jönköping University (JU) announced they has become a part of the European University Initiative through their alliance @EULiST. The European University Initiative is an initiative that aims to strengthen strategic partnerships between higher educational institutions in the European Union. With Jönköping University’s participation in this EU Initiative, new opportunities for international cooperation are expected to emerge. Agneta Marell, President of JU, says that participating in this initiative will open many doors for Jönköping University. The European University Initiative (EUI) is a European Union programme focused on the cross-border activities of the university systems in the EU. For a university to join the EUI, the academic institution must be an alliance member. Jönköping University is a part of the EULiST; it comprises ten members with a shared mission, the alliance aims to link society, science, and technology. “A major aim of the collaboration will be to develop educational and research initiatives which contribute to addressing social and global challenges,” says Nerrolyn Ramstrand, the President’s Advisor for Internationalisation. Jönköping University is embedded with being part of the local region and the worldwide community. It is taking clear steps towards fulfilling its vision of “leading as a collaborative, internationally connected and globally oriented university.” To read the full article: https://ju.se/en/about-us/contact-and-press/press/news/news-archive/2023-07-03-jonkoping-university-successful-in-becoming-a-european-university.html More information on EULiST: https://eulist.university/alliance/ Previous Next

< Back APAC SwedCham Webinar: After the Storm: Sourcing Trends in China and Southeast Asia, 15 November 2023 On 15 November, SweCham and ARC Consulting hosted a webinar with Marcus Sohlberg, Business Development Director at ARC Consulting, on the topic Sourcing Trends in China and Southeast Asia and how they develop over time. Trade values are rising in first half of 2023, though being lower than 2021-2022. Global factors affecting trade include geopolitical tensions, economic weakness, trade restrictions, industrial output slowdown, inflation, and high interest rates. The top three Southeast Asian sourcing countries are: Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia. Although China's reopened borders have a negative impact on the other sourcing countries, Thailand's automotive, agriculture, and food sourcing sectors are thriving, while for Malaysia there is increased sourcing in electronics and batteries for EVs. Currently, relocating sourcing from China has decreased, possibly due to prior relocations. However Southeast Asia sees a positive trend, with companies inclined to keep or relocate sourcing and manufacturing to the region. The top three risk factors companies see in China are: increasing costs, unstable supplier performance, and increased tariffs. Meanwhile, in Southeast Asia, the concerns include increasing costs, unstable supplier performance, and a lack of supply skills. The reasons for relocation include cost savings, risk mitigation, and improved logistics. Interestingly, supply chains currently face disruptions due to new ESG policies, but also the EU Carbon Border Tax, Carbon Peak and Neutrality, and EU Supply Chain Act. In reflection of this, an issue has emerged where many companies are assessing suppliers' carbon footprint data, meanwhile lacking proper data collection. In summary, there is a growing confidence in Southeast Asia and Europe for sourcing, but China remains the top choice. We would like to thank Marcus Sohlberg for sharing his valuable insights on sourcing within China and Southeast Asia with us! Previous Next