On 30 November, SweCham President Peter Björk joined the Norway Asia Business Summit at Avani Riverside Bangkok together with more than 200 participants.  < Back SweCham President participated in the Norway-Asia Business Summit 2023 8 Dec 2023 On 30 November, SweCham President Peter Björk joined the Norway-Asia Business Summit at Avani Riverside Bangkok together with more than 200 participants. The Norway-Asia Business Summit, hosted by the Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce (TNCC), aim to strengthen trade and investments between leading institutions, companies, and technology clusters. More than 50 speakers gave their view on topics from strategic business perspectives to cross cultural collaboration for over two days. The Summit is currently the most important meeting arena between Norwegian and Asian business leaders and have a target audience of business and industry leaders, government representatives, technology innovators, business support organisations, experts and academia, international organisations and media. The 2023 Summit was the first post-pandemic Summit, giving Norwegian businesses a chance to meet again, expand their networks, understand market trends, and gain insights into the region’s investment opportunities and challenges. Thank you very much TNCC for hosting the Norway-Asia Business Summit 2023, an event which was filled with insightful discussions and networking opportunities. Previous Next

SweCham is thrilled to welcome Project Performance Limited, our new Corporate Member, to our vibrant community! < Back Warm welcome to our new Corporate Member, Project Performance Limited 6 Mar 2024 Welcome SweCham Newest Corporate Member! 🇸🇪🇹🇭 SweCham would like to warmly welcome our new Corporate Member Project Performance Limited to the Thai-Swedish business community! Your clean and profitable project is Project Performance Limited’s commitment. Project Performance Limited advises developing and financing of sustainable projects. Their experience in Southeast Asia, China and Japan since 1986 includes: ✅ Production of biochemicals, pulp and paper ✅ Generation and storage of renewable energy ✅ Production of renewable fuels They deliver efficient ecological and economical solutions based on long experience and strong relationships with experts and contractors for engineering, technology, fabrication and construction, including main contractors. K-solutions by Project Performance Limited quickly establishes a winning team of stakeholders for implementing your project and expediently creates efficient cooperation and mutual trust; effectively enabling your successful project. Big warm welcome to the representative, Mr Daniel Pålsson (Director of Project Performance Limited) and thank you very much for visiting us at the SweCham office today! To learn more about Project Performance Limited and for queries, please email [email protected] For more information, please visit: www.projectperformance.asia Previous Next

Lancaster Bangkok recently held a heartwarming ‘Mother's Cooking’ competition, where team members from each department showcased their culinary skills and shared the heartfelt stories behind their dishes. < Back Lancaster Bangkok Hosts 'Mother's Cooking' (รสมือแม่) Competition 14 Jun 2024 Lancaster Bangkok recently held a heartwarming ‘Mother's Cooking’ competition, where team members from each department showcased their culinary skills and shared the heartfelt stories behind their dishes. The winning dish will be featured as the ‘Promotion of the Month’. This event celebrated teamwork, creativity, and the comforting flavours of home. See the original post Previous Next

SweCham would like to warmly welcome our new Corporate Member, Overgaard Asia, to the Thai-Swedish business community! < Back Warm welcome to our new Corporate Member, Overgaard Asia 8 Mar 2024 Welcome SweCham Newest Corporate Member! 🇸🇪🇹🇭 SweCham would like to warmly welcome our new Corporate Member, Overgaard Asia , to the Thai-Swedish business community! Overgaard Asia is the local office and subsidiary of Overgaard Solutions AB, a Swedish consulting engineering company that specialises in automation and electrical design. Since their establishment in 2006 in southern Sweden, they have successfully executed projects in more than 50 countries worldwide. Their engineers can be found in most of the industry sectors like chemicals, manufacturing, gas turbines, nuclear power, and pharmaceuticals. Big warm welcome to the representatives, Mr Henrik Overgaard Jensen (Owner) and Mr Henrik Strandberg (Managing Director) To learn more about Overgaard Asia and for queries, please email [email protected] For more information, please visit: www.overgaardasia.com Previous Next

Epidemic Sound has transformed the soundtracking experience for global brands and professional creators, with an expansive catalog of world-class music and sound effects that's seen and heard over 2.5 billion times a day around the globe.  < Back We are thrilled to announce that Epidemic Sound has joined our growing community! 27 Apr 2025 Epidemic Sound has transformed the soundtracking experience for global brands and professional creators, with an expansive catalog of world-class music and sound effects that's seen and heard over 2.5 billion times a day around the globe. Providing a direct license model that comes with all rights included and next-generation soundtracking tools, Epidemic Sound empowers creators to unlock more feeling in everything they create and share their stories with the world. Epidemic Sound continuously enriches its world-class catalog of music by teaming up with artists, composers, and producers to create tracks spanning all genres, while supporting them financially and creatively. A very warm welcome to Khun Henrik Ahlgren (Southeast Asia Partner), the representative of Epidemic Sound. This collaboration signifies an exciting intersection between Sweden's innovative business solutions and Thailand's dynamic creative and commercial sectors. The presence of Epidemic Sound within the SweCham community will undoubtedly spark new conversations, inspire innovative uses of music in various industries, and ultimately contribute to a more vibrant and sonically rich business environment in Thailand! To learn more, please visit their website: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ . Interested in joining the Thai-Swedish business community and connecting to the SweCham network? Please contact us at [email protected] https://www.epidemicsound.com Previous Next

SweCham team joined the public seminar on ‘How to prevent LGBTQI+ discrimination and harassment in the workplace’ co-hosted by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and the Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok. < Back Embassy of Sweden and BMA are raising LGBTQI+ Awareness in the Workplace 19 Jun 2023 On 14 June, SweCham team joined the public seminar on ‘How to prevent LGBTQI+ discrimination and harassment in the workplace’ co-hosted by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and the Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok. The seminar was opened to the public. People from distinguished organisations joined to gain more knowledge and actively share their perspectives in this area. On this occasion, the Bangkok governor, Mr Chadchart Sittipunt, and the Ambassador of Sweden, H.E. Mr Jon Åström Gröndahl, gave welcoming speeches. Additionally, this public seminar was moderated by our executive director, Dr Pojanath Bhatanacharoen. At the seminar, Ms Ulla Perman, Development Officer, Development and Analysis Unit, Equality Ombudsman, explained what LGBTQI+ discrimination and harassment in the workplace is and shared with everyone ways to prevent it. Attendees also learned more about the guiding principles for organisations to prevent LGBTQI+ discrimination and harassment in the workplace presented by Mr Karl Yves Vallin, Managing Director, Swedish Federation for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Intersex Rights (RFSL). In addition, Mr Christian Dassonville, Country Human Resource Manager, IKEA Thailand, shared that an inclusive workplace helps employees become more productive, which also benefits the business. As part of the LGBTQI+ community, James (Rusameekae) Fagerlund, a celebrity in Thailand, also shared his experience and perspectives regarding LGBTQI+ visibility, discrimination, and harassment. As the seminar was opened to the public, people within the LGBTQI+ community received an opportunity to discuss issues regarding discrimination and harassment. The seminar was followed by an animated short film from Sweden, ‘Next Door Letters,’ inspired by a true story. Previous Next

BNH Hospital is now offering a ‘Double Healthy’ promotion for this year's Mother’s Day! < Back Special Women's Health Check-up Packages at BNH Hospital [Member Promotion] 7 Aug 2024 BNH Hospital is now offering a ‘Double Healthy’ promotion for this year's Mother’s Day. Terms and Conditions 🔹 The special price is for online purchase only. 🔹 Packages include Doctor Fee and Medical Service Fee. 🔹 Kindly show Order ID OR purchase evidence to receive the service. 🔹 Package receipt can be issued one day after the service is received. 🔹 Please send your request at Line @Mbrace 🔹 Services are available from now until 30 September 2024. Packages are available to purchase at https://mbrace.bnhhospital.com/product/mothers-day-double-healthy-pk/?utm_source=line&utm_medium=bnh_line&utm_campaign=motherday2024 For more information, visit https://line.me/R/ti/p/@939xasin or contact [email protected] Previous Next

Big thanks to the Lancaster Bangkok for your warm welcome on the SweCham Member visit! < Back The Lancaster Bangkok Member Visit 14 Feb 2023 Khun Martin Hurley, General Manager at the Lancaster Bangkok Hotel, gave our Executive Director, Dr Pojanath, a warm welcome and hospitality on the member visit. Thank you so much for the lunch treat. We really enjoyed the delicious meal and catching up with you! At the Lancaster Bar, we enjoyed our meeting and conversation in a perfect atmosphere. On top of that, we were generously invited for lunch to try some menus served at the bar. We very much enjoyed the delicious Seared Sea Bass with Ratatouille and Caesar Salad and ended our meal with a delightful cheesecake and some coffee. Apart from the excellent meal, we talked about some of our upcoming events and shared some ideas for both of our upcoming events and collaborations. SweCham is looking forward to continued close collaborations with Lancaster Bangkok Hotel this year. Lancaster Bangkok offers an authentic Thai experience with impeccable hospitality. Guests can relax in one of the spacious deluxe rooms, apartments or suites with enchanting city views. Located in the blossoming Makkasan district and with easy access to the Airport Rail Link and underground station, Lancaster Bangkok is perfectly situated for business or leisure stays. To learn more about Lancaster Bangkok, please visit lancasterbangkok.com Previous Next

Get ready to eat, drink, and dance like the Irish at CRAFT and Bar.Yard with Khun Patrick’s Day! From 14- 17 March, Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok is throwing the ultimate St. Patrick’s Day bash, packed with hearty Irish eats, endless Guinness, and live music that will have you tapping your feet all night long!   < Back Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with ‘Khun Patrick’s Day’ Festive Feasts & Live Music at Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok 5 Mar 2025 (5 March 2025 – Bangkok, Thailand) - Get ready to eat, drink, and dance like the Irish at CRAFT and Bar.Yard with Khun Patrick’s Day! From 14- 17 March, Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok is throwing the ultimate St. Patrick’s Day bash, packed with hearty Irish eats, endless Guinness, and live music that will have you tapping your feet all night long! CRAFT | 14-17 March 2025 – Feast & Festivities We are serving up an exclusive Khun Patrick’s Day menu loaded with rich, comforting flavours straight from the Emerald Isle: Guinness-Glazed Meatballs (THB 290) – Garlic, onions, and tomato BBQ sauce, served over whipped creamy potatoes. Corned Beef Hash Skillet (THB 490) – Crispy potatoes, onions, sunny-side-up egg, and rosemary sourdough toast. Irish Guinness Beef Stew (THB 390) – Slow-braised chuck roast with carrots, potatoes, smoked bacon, served with mixed greens and Irish soda bread. Beer-Battered Fish & Chips (THB 390) – Crispy golden fish, served with malt vinegar, lemon wedges, and caper-shallot tartar sauce. Guinness beer on tap & green beer – because what’s St. Paddy’s Day without a pint in hand? LIVE MUSIC ALERT! The PorterBhoys , a high-energy Irish band, will be rocking the stage on 14 March from 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM and 15 March from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Get ready to clap, sing, and dance your heart out. CRAFT is open daily from 7:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. For more information, line @craftbkk call 02 056 9999 or email [email protected] . Bar.Yard | 17 March – Sky-High St. Paddy’s Party On 17 March, take the party to the rooftop at Bar.Yard, where we are serving up next-level Irish flavours: Guinness-Braised Short Ribs (THB 490) – Slow-cooked for four hours in Guinness and beef broth, served over celeriac and russet potato mash. Irish Seafood Chowder Pot (THB 590) – A creamy stew with lobster, shrimp, salmon, snow fish, and mussels, finished with fennel, bacon, potatoes, and rosemary sourdough toast. Round up your crew, throw on your best green outfit, and come celebrate like the Irish! With delicious eats, flowing drinks, and live entertainment, this is a St. Paddy’s Day party you will not forget! Bar.Yard is open from 5:00 p.m. until 1:00 a.m. on Sunday and Monday and until 2:00 a.m. from Tuesday to Saturday. For reservations, please line @bar.yard contact 02 056 9999 or email [email protected] . Prices are subject to a 7% government tax and a 10% service charge. Previous Next

On 22 April, the SweCham team visited our member, NIST International School, in which we were warmly welcomed by Dr James Dalziel (Head of School) and Khun Yvonne Trisynthia (Director of Engagement). < Back SweCham Team visited the NIST International School 25 Apr 2024 On 22 April, the SweCham team visited our member, NIST International School, in which we were warmly welcomed by Dr James Dalziel (Head of School) and Khun Yvonne Trisynthia (Director of Engagement). The visit provided us with a valuable opportunity to discuss potential collaborations that could benefit NIST students academically and share Swedish higher education options among students. Furthermore, we gained insights into their learning programme, contributing to the school’s reputation for academic excellence for several decades. Khun Yvonne also provided a small tour of the school for us to explore their World Language classrooms and Black Box Theatre. We were very excited to see the Swedish language classroom, filled with Swedish books and games, where students could experience and embark on their Swedish language journey directly with a Swedish teacher. Additionally, their campus is also undergoing a redevelopment plan for their new Pavilion Building, set to be completed in 2025, to meet the future needs of the NIST community. Once again, we would like to express our sincere thanks for their warm hospitality. The SweCham team looks forward to developing new opportunities and partnerships with NIST International School in the future! To learn more about NIST International School, please visit www.nist.ac.th Previous Next

In a recent interview with ScandAsia, Ms. Amelié Jakobsson, Executive Director of the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham) < Back Getting to Know Amelié Jakobsson: The Journey Behind SweCham's New Executive Director 14 Jun 2026 In a recent interview with ScandAsia , Ms. Amelié Jakobsson, Executive Director of the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham) , shared her personal and professional journey before taking on the role of Executive Director. Being half Swedish and half Thai, Amelié grew up in Sweden while maintaining a strong connection to her Thai roots. Although she was raised in Sweden, her connection to Thailand has remained an important part of her life. Interestingly, her journey with SweCham began many years ago when she joined the Chamber as an intern. Now, she has come full circle, returning to where it all began—this time as SweCham's new Executive Director. Her journey is a reminder that the experiences and connections we build along the way can often lead us back to unexpected opportunities. In the interview, Amelié reflects on the experiences that influenced her career path, the lessons she learned along the way, and the journey that led her back to SweCham. She also shares her thoughts on the importance of strengthening Swedish-Thai relations and her aspirations for the Chamber's future. Read the full interview to learn more about her inspiring journey and vision for the future of SweCham. https://scandasia.com/amelie-jakobsson-new-ed-at-swecham-in-bangkok/ Previous Next

We're thrilled to welcome our newest premium member, Phyathai Hospital < Back A Warm Welcome to the Trusted Healthcare Excellence for Expats in Thailand, Phyathai Hospital Group 31 Jul 2025 We're thrilled to welcome our newest premium member, Phyathai Hospital With more than 40 years of experience, Phyathai Hospital Group began its journey with the opening of its first hospital in Bangkok. Over the decades, the group has expanded its reach, now operating multiple facilities across Bangkok and other parts of Thailand. Known for its comprehensive medical services, advanced technology, and a commitment to compassionate care, these hospitals have become leaders in healthcare across the region. A very warm welcome to the representative of Phyathai Hospital, Khun Ratiwan Pinyojirakit (International Collaboration Marketing Division Manager), Khun Siriroj Rodchuer (International Collaboration Marketing Department Manager), and Khun Lalita Ranglamoon (Domestic Foreign Customer Department Manager). The SweCham community is delighted to welcome Phyathai Hospital Group. Their collaboration signifies a valuable addition to our network, enhancing access to trusted healthcare excellence for expats in Thailand. We look forward to a fruitful partnership that benefits our members and strengthens the overall well-being of the international community. To learn more, please click here! Interested in joining the Thai-Swedish business community and connecting to the SweCham network? Please contact us at [email protected] Previous Next