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< Back Business Climate Survey For Swedish Companies In Thailand 2020 Team Sweden with Business Sweden conducted a business climate survey in November-December 2019. Click here to see the full report Team Sweden with Business Sweden taking the lead conducted a business climate survey among Swedish companies in Thailand in November-December 2019. The Business climate survey is a bi-annual project conducting to allow the Swedish companies in Thailand the opportunity to share their valuable opinions on business-related matters. The survey concludes that ‘red tape’ and corruption remain major challenges when doing business in Thailand. It also found that a mere 30% of the companies perceive environmental aspects being of major importance to their customers when making a purchase. Previous Next

Business Sweden Corporate member Industrial digitalisation Member Profile Business Sweden helps Swedish companies grow global sales and international companies invest and expand in Sweden. We provide strategic advice, sales execution and operational support to help Swedish companies grow their international revenues. They can trust us to shorten time to market, find new revenue streams, and lower risks. We have achieved our expertise by being present in the world’s 50 most promising markets for over 40 years, at the scene, helping to close the deal. Visit the official website here Representatives Representative : Kacper Pierzynowski Country Manager Thailand Contacts are available for members only. Please kindly contact contact@swecham.com should you would be interested on joining our member community! Back to Member Directory

On 5 March, SweCham visited our Member, Aritco Thailand, Home lifts from Sweden.  We were warmly welcomed by Khun Tana Sripongtanakul (General Manager) and Khun Jutharat Hongkhajorn (Assistant to General Manager).  Big thanks for the warm welcome and the great hospitality extended to our Executive Director Dr. Pojanath Bhatanacharoen.   < Back SweCham Team visited Aritco Thailand at their showroom in Bangkok! 7 Mar 2024 On 5 March, SweCham visited our Memb er , Aritco Thailand, Home lifts from Sweden. We were warmly welcomed by Khun Tana Sripongtanakul ( Managing Director ) and Khun Jutharat Hongkhajorn (Assistant to Managing Director ). Big thanks for the warm welcome and the great hospitality extended to our Executive Director Dr. Pojanath Bhatanacharoen. The visit gave us insights into Aritco’s products and services. Aritco’s main business area is within the product segment of home lifts and public lifts. Aritco’s products are renowned for their high-quality and safety. The lifts are designed to seamlessly blend functionality with design, making it a natural part of the home. Aritco’s attention to detail was shown when we had the opportunity to try one of their lifts, reinforcing their outstanding reputation as innovators in the lift industry! The SweCham team looks forward to continued collaboration and partnership with Aritco Thailand in the future! To discover more about Aritco Thailand, please visit https://www.aritco.co.th/EN/home Previous Next

On 3 October, SweCham with the support from the C ASEAN Committee, held the ‘Re: Waste, Rethink, Resources’ session on the SX Sustainability Expo 2023 Talk Stage at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC). < Back SweCham, Embassy of Sweden and C ASEAN Committee joined forces at SX Sustainability Expo 2023 Talk Stage! 12 Oct 2023 On 3 October, SweCham with the support from the C ASEAN Committee, held the ‘ Re: Waste, Rethink, Resources ’ session on the SX Sustainability Expo 2023 Talk Stage at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC). H.E. Mrs. Anna Hammargren (Ambassador of Sweden to Thailand) begun her opening remarks by asking why the focus was on waste. The reason being, that if waste is not properly managed, it leads to a lot of methane gas which effects our societies, economies, and our own health. To minimise waste, the ambassador urged that everyone needs to do their part. She argued that states need to invest and change policies for recycling, which could save billions. Companies also need to be responsible. This could be achieved by focusing on the lifespan of their products and their whole supply chain. As for the consumers, they need to do their part by being conscious of what they buy. The ambassador concluded by stating that Sweden stands up for the values when it comes to sustainability and so are the companies on this stage. The first speaker, Mr. Sean Too (Managing Director, Sentinel Solution, Altered), spoke about how precious the water is on the planet and how we need to rethink the way we use water. This concern lays the foundation of Sentinel Solution ’s actions. Mr. Sean Too highlighted that agriculture is one of the biggest issues when it comes to water consumption. However, hotels are also substantial consumers of water. He urged that we all become more conservative with water usage -after all, water is a common resource that we all share. Sentinel Solution has consequently developed a product that helps to reduce the water spillage. The next speaker, Dr. Worawut Waruttamapornsu (Managing Director, Hitachi Energy Thailand), emphasised how Hitachi Energy aims to offer leading products in the environmental space and redefine sustainability. They have developed the eco-portfolio for a carbon-neutral energy future called EconiQ. EconiQ is a portfolio which mixes products, services, and solutions, which all are provided by Hitachi Energy. For example, the EconiQ high-voltage portfolio achieves its goal by incorporating innovative technology that eliminates the use of sulphur hexafluoride (SF6), a potent greenhouse gas, thus reducing carbon footprint. The final speaker Mr. Patinya Silsupadol (Head of Sustainability, Tetra Pak Thailand), spoke about the importance of circular economy and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). He emphasised that this transformation to a circular economy cannot be done alone from Tetra Pak ’s side, and that they need collaboration from industry partners and customers. He highlighted that Tetra Pak does it best to work with municipalities when it comes to the recycling process and recycling facilities. Therefore, the focus on EPR runs through the decisions made at Tetra Pak. He concluded by stating that the recycling responsibility needs to be extended, something Tetra Pak is willing to do as a Swedish company and producer. We would like to end by thanking everyone that attended and thank all the amazing speakers at the Talk Stage, without them this Talk Stage 2023 would not be possible! Also, special thanks to our SweCham Executive Director Dr Pojanath Bhatanacharoen for moderating the session. See you again next year! If you missed the talk, watch the playback at https://youtu.be/glx8eCzP9wE?si=fhWi4--qxtl_IS0e Previous Next

< Back SweCham Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2025, 20 March 2025 On 20 March, SweCham held our Annual General Meeting (AGM) followed by networking drinks and a delicious dinner. At the AGM, we presented SweCham’s activities over the past year, including a recap of projects and a financial update, followed by the election of board governors in 2025. A big congratulation to Mr. Peter Björk who was re-elected for his sixth term as President by the SweCham Board! The evening continued with a post-meeting dinner. We were honoured to have been joined by Mr. Kim Alan Edwards, the Program Leader (Prosperity) for Thailand and Myanmar at the World Bank, as our keynote speaker at the AGM! This timely discussion will explore identifying and capitalizing on emerging economic opportunities, while simultaneously mitigating potential constraints that could hinder progress. We believe this insightful presentation will offer our members a deeper understanding of the forces shaping Thailand's economic future. We would like to extend our warm thanks to our supporting organisations, the Sweden Alumni Network Thailand (SANT) , Swedish Women's Educational Association (SWEA) , and the Thai-Nordic Association (TNA) , for their kind co-promoting and connecting our community together. Guests enjoyed a delicious three-course dinner accompanied by exquisite wine, and we would like to give big thanks to our Hotel Partner the Chatrium Grand Bangkok for their warm hospitality and excellent facilities. Finally, SweCham thanks all members and friends who attended the AGM and dinner, demonstrating their continued support for our mission to advocate for and promote Swedish business interests in Thailand. Click here for the Full Photo Book! Explore SweCham social media platforms! Previous Next

This Monday, we kicked off the week on a positive note by warmly welcoming our newest team member, Julia, with a delightful Thai-inspired fika. This special occasion was the perfect opportunity to introduce Julia to a variety of exotic Thai fruits and desserts. < Back A Sweet Start To The Week: Welcome Fika 18 Sept 2024 This Monday, we kicked off the week on a positive note by warmly welcoming our newest team member, Julia, with a delightful Thai-inspired fika. This special occasion was the perfect opportunity to introduce Julia to a variety of exotic Thai fruits and desserts. The vibrant selection included refreshing cantaloupe, dragon fruit, and pomelo, along with the popular Thai dessert mango sticky rice—a delicious combination of ripe mango resting on a bed of sticky rice and covered in a rich coconut sauce. The fusion of Swedish and Thai cultures through these treats created a unique and enjoyable experience. We’re thrilled to have her on board and look forward to a great start as she settles into her new role at SweCham! #SweCham #teamswecham #teamsweden Previous Next

On Tuesday, the SweCham team had the pleasure of welcoming Khun Patcharee Yodpratum (Business Sweden Consultant, Thailand incl. Myanmar, Cambodia, and Lao PDR) to discuss the ongoing impact study on the Swedish footprint in Thailand. < Back SweCham Contributes to Business Sweden’s Impact Study 28 Feb 2024 On Tuesday, the SweCham team had the pleasure of welcoming Khun Patcharee Yodpratum (Business Sweden Consultant, Thailand incl. Myanmar, Cambodia, and Lao PDR) to discuss the ongoing impact study on the Swedish footprint in Thailand. As a long-standing partner of Business Sweden, SweCham was delighted to share our insights and experiences. For several years, SweCham has collaborated with the Swedish Embassy, Business Sweden, and the Swedish Alumni Network in Thailand (SANT) to promote Swedish culture and education in Thailand through various activities and events. During the meeting, our Executive Director Dr Pojanath Bhatanacharoen, exchanged knowledge and shared valuable insights from past activities, key milestones in Swedish-Thai diplomatic relations, and future collaboration opportunities. We look forward to continued collaboration with Team Sweden and supporting Sweden's growing presence in Thailand. Please stay tuned for more upcoming events from SweCham and Team Sweden! 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

SweCham President and SweCham Executive Director attended the Med Music in the Park.  This event, organised by MedPark Hospital, celebrated the hospital's third anniversary amid the beautiful landscape of Benjakitti Park. < Back Med Music in the Park bringing the biggest happiness to all Bangkokians 8 Dec 2023 On 2 December 2023, SweCham President Mr. Peter Björk and SweCham Executive Director Dr. Pojanath Bhatanacharoen attended the Med Music in the Park. This event, organised by MedPark Hospital, celebrated the hospital's third anniversary amid the beautiful landscape of Benjakitti Park. The event brought together a talented ensemble of artists and performers, featuring Yannick Bovy, an acclaimed Belgian vocalist known worldwide, along with well-known Thai artists, including May Fonpa and Tom Itsara, joined by the RSU Symphony Orchestra, under the musical direction of Prof. Dr. Den Euprasert, a highly distinguished music scholar with expertise in multiple music genres. Not only did this event share the joy of welcoming the winter season with various Bangkokians, but the event also emphasised MedPark Hospital's unwavering commitment to social engagement, environmental preservation, and the cultivation of a strong sense of community. SweCham would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to MedPark Hospital for the invitation, allowing us to partake in this fun event. We eagerly anticipate future collaborations and look forward to being a part of future events and activities hosted by MedPark Hospital! This year, MedPark Hospital is also our Platinum Sponsor of the Christmas Dinner. The MedPark team will be making special offers for all SweCham members, partners, and friends at the dinner, so please join us! To learn more about MedPark Hospital, please visit www.medparkhospital.com/en-US/ To register for our Christmas dinner, please go to https://www.eventcreate.com/e/traditional-swedish-christmas-dinner-2023 Previous Next

A heartfelt thank you to Khun Dev Mohnani from Amrapur Tailors for visiting us at the office and gifting us with New Year treats last week. < Back A Heartfelt Thank you to Amrapur Tailors for visiting us at the office and gifting us with New Year treats 8 Dec 2023 A heartfelt thank you to Khun Dev Mohnani from Amrapur Tailors for visiting us at the office and gifting us with New Year treats last week. Amrapur Tailors, a Bespoke Custom Tailor, is one of the Raffle Prize Sponsors at our Christmas Dinner 2023, with the prize vouchers for Bespoke shirts made from Linen Fabric. Get photo-ready because Amrapur Tailors’ photographers will also provide all guests with beautiful portrait photo cards as a souvenir at the event. Once again, thank you for taking the time to meet with us and for your unwavering support. Join our Christmas Dinner 2023 to have fun and create lasting memories before the winter break! To learn more about Amrapur Tailors, please visit www.amrapurtailor.com To register for our Christmas dinner, please go to https://www.eventcreate.com/e/traditional-swedish-christmas-dinner-2023 Previous Next

SweCham, the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce, announces the launch of its brand-new website, redesigned to foster stronger connectivity, engagement, and collaboration across the foreign business community. < Back SweCham Unveils new 2023 Website, Enhancing Business Opportunities for all 19 Sept 2023 Bangkok, 19 September 2023 - SweCham, the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce, announces the launch of its brand-new website, redesigned to foster stronger connectivity, engagement, and collaboration across the foreign business community. This new dynamic platform aims to elevate SweCham Members by providing enhanced exposure and business prospects, reinforcing SweCham's commitment to supporting members at all business levels as they thrive in the international market. Guests at the SweCham Business Connect: Open House Special participating in the launch of SweCham’s new website The revamped website introduces a vibrant and intuitive design, promising a dynamic and user-friendly experience for all visitors. The online platform also reflects SweCham's unwavering dedication to its members, prominently featuring its members' businesses to the public and stakeholders, allowing users to explore members’ products and services with a single click. By prioritising user experience, SweCham delivers greater connectivity and access to an array of exclusive resources, including SweCham member updates, member directory, community insights, advocacy work, networking opportunities, seminars, conferences, and many more. These developments ensure that SweCham website visitors remain well-informed and engaged within the Thai-Swedish community. Mr Peter Björk, SweCham President, at the SweCham Business Connect: Open House Special Mr Peter Björk, SweCham President, said “I am very pleased that we now have launched our new website. It is part of a several years long project to revitalise the Chamber that also includes, for example, a new fee structure and a redesigned weekly Newsletter. The new website shows that we are also leading in the IT area -innovation is the key, as it is for Swedish companies and Sweden as a country.” Mr Tomas Julin, Vice President of SweCham, introduced the new website to the SweCham community. Mr Tomas Julin, Vice President of SweCham, responsible for communications, shared his enthusiasm for the new website, stating, “Our new website is a complementary communication channel available to our members focusing on the promotion of their Products, Services, Social activities, etc. In this era of a constant communication flow, our members can efficiently promote their business and social activities with a longer duration than only through short lived social media flashes.” Whether you are a business professional or an emerging entrepreneur, SweCham's new website offers valuable resources and networking opportunities for everyone. To embark on this exciting journey with the Thai-Swedish community and explore the new SweCham website, please visit www.swecham.com . Previous Next

From 27 September to 6 October 2024, SweCham, together with the Embassy of Sweden and the support from Business Sweden, proudly hosted our ‘Sweden Pavilion’ at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, welcoming members, partners, and visitors during the Sustainability Expo. < Back The success stories of Swedish values and products at the Sustainability Expo 2024! 6 Oct 2024 From 27 September to 6 October 2024, SweCham, together with the Embassy of Sweden and the support from Business Sweden, proudly hosted our ‘Sweden Pavilion’ at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, welcoming members, partners, and visitors during the Sustainability Expo. During these past 10 days, our conversations with visitors often started with "𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗜 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆, 𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱." We were honored to highlight the achievements of our 4 participating companies: Alfa Laval's sustainable edible oil production, Hitachi Energy's digitalization for a sustainable energy future, Saab's Digital Tower Concept, and SKF's clean technology options for oil circularity. We extend our sincere gratitude to the organisers of Sustainability Expo for making this event a success. A special thanks also goes out to TeamSweden , including the Embassy of Sweden and Business Sweden, for their invaluable support. We are also grateful to the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center for providing the venue and excellent hospitality. 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆, 𝘄𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰. Let's continue to work together to unlock solutions for a sustainable future. 💛🍃💙 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁? 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘂𝗽 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoXDPsddQ9g Together, we can make a difference. 🎉 Previous Next