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On 8 August 2023, the SweCham team had the opportunity to go to the C Asean forum (CaF 2023) for the 56th anniversary of ASEAN at the C ASEAN Auditorium, CW Tower.  The event focused on ASEAN as an 'Epicentrum of growth', emphasising collaboration between the ASEAN member states in how they can move forward in making Southeast Asia a centre of economic growth.  < Back SweCham team has enjoyed celebrating ASEANS's 56th Anniversary’ at the CaF C Asean Forum 2023 'ASEAN Matters: Epicentrum of growth' 21 Aug 2023 On 8 August 2023, the SweCham team had the opportunity to go to the C Asean forum (CaF 2023) for the 56th anniversary of ASEAN at the C ASEAN Auditorium, CW Tower. The event focused on ASEAN as an 'Epicentrum of growth', emphasising collaboration between the ASEAN member states in how they can move forward in making Southeast Asia a centre of economic growth. The forum was opened by the Vice Chairman of C Asean, Mr. Polapatr Suvarnazorn, and featured several different speakers. H.E. Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, the Secretary General of Asean, voiced his thoughts on what has been done in the Asean Vision 2025 and what will be done in Vision 2045. Followed by H.E. Mr. Rachmat Budiman, the ambassador of Indonesia in Thailand spoke on the contributions created during the Indonesian chairmanship. H.E. Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Secretary General of the Asian Peace and Reconciliation Council (APRC) and former Permanent Secretary of Foreign Affairs of Thailand discussed the challenges that ASEAN faces in the coming years, focusing on the importance of unity within ASEAN and a global shift in the global power balance. Ms. Usana Berananda, the Director-General of the Department of ASEAN Affairs in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Thailand, emphasised the importance of sustainable development. Lastly, the ASEAN Youths speech contest winner, Ms. Zeinab Abbaci from the University of Indonesia, made an incredible speech on the importance of diversity, shared heritage and ASEAN Unity. The forum concluded with a cake-cutting ceremony to commemorate the anniversary of ASEAN, followed by networking and the introduction of further opportunities to explore the ideas put forward. Previous Next

SweCham Executive Director, Khun Anna Olsson Moore, together with the Embassy of Sweden's Deputy Head of Mission, Khun Per Linner, had the pleasure of attending the launch of the new Tetra Pak® Customer Innovation Centre (CIC) in Emquartier, Bangkok.  < Back SweCham and Tetra Pak: Celebrate New Customer Innovation Centre! 14 May 2025 On Wednesday 14 May, SweCham Executive Director, Khun Anna Olsson Moore, together with the Embassy of Sweden's Deputy Head of Mission, Khun Per Linner, had the pleasure of attending the launch of the new Tetra Pak Thailand Customer Innovation Centre (CIC) in Emquartier, Bangkok. This isn't just a new facility; it's a collaborative hub where ideas will flourish, set to transform the future of Thailand's food and beverage industry for years to come. The CIC will focus on sustainable solutions in food processing and packaging, driving innovative product development and supporting businesses through shifting consumer preferences and rapidly changing global regulations. We're thrilled to see Tetra Pak's commitment to sustainability and innovation, providing end-to-end services from insight discovery to prototyping. And this is just the beginning, with plans for a new Product Development Centre in Rayong by 2026! A huge thank you to Khun Ratanasiri Tilokskulchai, the Managing Director, and the dedicated team at Tetra Pak Thailand for bringing this fantastic facility to life! We look forward to collaborating together for the positive impact of this innovation hub! Previous Next

Today SweCham is moving back to CP Tower 3. Our new office offers enhanced facilities and a more accessible location to serve our members and partners. < Back Relocation Announcement: Today SweCham is moving to CP Tower 3 31 Jul 2024 Today SweCham is moving back to CP Tower 3. Our new office offers enhanced facilities and a more accessible location to serve our members and partners. The new address is as follows: No.34, Level 4, Room A04-420, CP Tower 3, Phaya Thai Rd.,Thung Phayathai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400 Thailand Please note that the office will be closed until 1 August as we are currently in the process of moving. Should you have any queries, please direct them to contact@swecham.com , and we will respond as soon as possible. Previous Next

Volvo Car Thailand has introduced prototype solar carport charging stations at a number of dealerships in the country for Volvo customers to use free of charge. < Back Volvo Unveils Solar Carport Charging Stations 27 Jan 2023 Volvo Car Thailand has introduced prototype solar carport charging stations at a number of dealerships in the country for Volvo customers to use free of charge. With the increase of electric vehicles in Thailand, Volvo wants to meet the future demands for energy by using renewable sources like solar power. Managing director Chris Wailes said ‘at the beginning of the year, Volvo made a commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by more than 50% within three years, which includes the co-operation of our partners. We have installed prototype solar charging stations at all four Volvo dealerships, which can reduce electricity bills by up to 106,000 baht per year and reduce carbon emissions by over 11,500 kg per year in each dealership as well.’ Volvo has pledged to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions with more than 50% by 2026. They expect that electricity produced by renewable energy, like solar energy, will not only help the environment but also and bring down the cost of electricity. Photo credit: Bangkok Post PCL Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/auto/news/2478204/volvo-unveils-solar-carport-charging-stations Previous Next

In April, SweCham president participated in the Exclusive Luncheon with the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) organised by the Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce.    < Back SweCham President attended the Exclusive Luncheon with the BOI 15 May 2023 In April, our president, Khun Peter Björk, participated in the Exclusive Luncheon with the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) organised by the Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce. The panel discussion on the topic ‘Long Term Resident Visa in Thailand’ was led by the Secretary General of BOI, Khun Narit Therdsteerasukdi, along with Khun Dhinapa Apaivongse, Senior Investment Promotion officer, who provided valuable insights into the latest developments, requirements, and benefits of the visa. The luncheon not only offered the chance to acquire valuable knowledge but also provided an opportunity for participants to network with similar-minded individuals and government officials. If any SweCham members would like to see the presentation from the event, please contact us at contact@swecham.com . Previous Next

Discover SweCham's impactful first half of 2025: 54 activities, 1244 participants, and key achievements in business and cultural networking. See what's next! < Back SweCham 2025 Mid-Year Recap: 54 Events, Business Growth & Future Opportunities in Thailand 26 Jun 2025 We've officially reached the halfway point of 2025, and what an incredible journey it has been for SweCham! We're immensely proud of the vibrant community we've fostered and the numerous inspiring connections we've made. This past half-year has been nothing short of magical, thanks to the incredible engagement from our members, partners, and the wider business community. By the Numbers: A Half-Year of Impact SweCham Half Year Overview 2025 Our commitment to fostering strong business and cultural ties has translated into some truly impressive figures: 54 activities in the first half of 2025 alone! 14 SweCham Networking, Member Engage series, and Business & Cultural Celebrations that brought people together. We generated a remarkable 1,244 participating traffic in total. Our focus on 4 major pillars —Talks and Forums, Webinars, and Business and Cultural Networking—has ensured diverse and valuable content. We're grateful for the support of 28 engaging sponsors, speakers, and supporters who made these events possible. Our collaborative spirit led to 40 joint events with other chambers and organizations, amplifying our reach and impact. A massive thank you to everyone who has contributed to building such a dynamic and motivated meeting point. Your participation and support are what make SweCham thrive! Highlights from Our First Half of 2025 This year has been packed with a diverse range of events, from insightful business discussions to vibrant cultural celebrations. Here are just a few of the highlights: SweCham Business Connect and Forum: January 23: SweCham Business Connect with Jönköping University , University West, and University of Skovde . February 14: Participated in the JFCCT Prime Minister's Address Luncheon 2025 , with generous support from Ericsson , Saab , and Toyota Material Handling Warehouse Solutions Thailand. February 20: SweCham Business Connect, addressed critical environmental concerns at our Air Pollution , powered by Vent Pro. March 5: Celebrated International Women's Day at a joint event with FTCC , with in-kind sponsorship from FOREO. March 20: Annual General Meeting and networking session with Kim Alan Edwards from the World Bank. April 30: Celebrated Valborg/Walpurgis with a Multi-Chambers Business Networking event , powered by Black Mountain Golf Club Hua Hin and in-kind sponsor Spacecraft . May 27: Our May Business Connect featured insights from the National Board of Trade Sweden (Kommerskollegium) . May 29: The 8th edition of the Sustainability for Business Forum (SBF) 2025 , proudly sponsored by Gold sponsors Candela and Sentinel Solution (Thailand) , and Silver sponsor AFRY . SweCham Engages: March 8: An exclusive workshop with FOREO . March 5-11: A fantastic IKEA X SweCham Swedish Week collaboration with Electrolux , Fitness24Seven , The Three by TPV , and Fysik . May 20: Provided valuable insights with Fundamental AI Training with System in Motion . May 21: Our Member Open House with The Three by TPV. Webinars & Collaborations: March 5: The APAC SwedCham Webinar on Sweden's Export Credit System Explained , detailing how SEK and EKN can boost business growth in Asia. April 30: An insightful APAC SwedChams and NordChams Webinar on US Tariffs and Implications on Global Supply Chain . Cultural Celebrations: June 7: A joyful Midsummer and National Day Celebration , with in-kind sponsors Montage Andaman Gourmet Salt , Urbanflowers , and The Three by TPV . You can find more detailed recaps of these events on our website: SweCham Event Recap And discover what our amazing members have been up to here: SweCham Member Updates Spoil Alert: The Next Six Months Are Packed with Opportunities! As we look ahead, get ready for even more inspiring and insightful sessions. The second half of 2025 promises to be equally dynamic, filled with fresh opportunities for learning, networking, and growth. We're already lining up exciting events that you won't want to miss! Stay tuned and follow us on social media to ensure you don't miss any updates: SweCham Social Media Platforms Contact us on contact@swecham.com should there are any further queries, suggestions, or action our team could do to support you and our community! Previous Next

Please join us in welcoming Toyota Material Handling Warehouse Solutions Thailand (TMHWST)! ! < Back SweCham is thrilled to welcome our newest Large Corporate member, Toyota Material Handling Warehouse Solutions Thailand (TMHWST)! 15 Jan 2025 SweCham community warmly welcome our latest Large Corporate member, Toyota Material Handling Warehouse Solutions Thailand (TMHWST) Toyota Material Handling Warehouse Solutions Thailand (TMHWST) is a leading provider of innovative and comprehensive warehouse solutions. As part of the globally trusted Toyota Material Handling Group, they specialize in delivering world-class products and services designed to optimize efficiency, safety, and sustainability in material handling operations. By integrating Toyota's renowned production principles with local market expertise, TMHWST empowers businesses with sustainable, innovative, and tailored material handling solutions. A very warm welcome to the representative of Toyota Material Handling Warehouse Solutions Thailand (TMHWST), Mr. Jamekorn Phuaksuwan (Managing Director) and Mr. Supoj Tangpakdee (Sales & Marketing Director). As the leading country committed to fostering a sustainability, innovation, and solutions for a collective and inclusive business future, SweCham is thrilled to drive our partnerships and mutual success with our members! To learn more, please visit their website: https://www.toyotawarehousesolutions.co.th Interested in joining the Thai-Swedish business community and connecting to the SweCham network? Please contact us at director@swecham.com Previous Next

< Back OECD Anti-Corruption Toolkit, 2022 The Toolkit for Raising Awareness and Combating Corruption in SMEs published by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in 2022 Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) dominate the commercial world, contribute significantly to global GDP, and drive innovation and job creation. However, they frequently lack the resources required to stay up with anti-corruption and compliance best practices. Therefore, they are particularly vulnerable to bribery and corruption as their exposure to corruption risks is often comparable to that of larger organisations. The Toolkit for Raising Awareness and Combating Corruption in SMEs published by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in 2022 aims to identify practical ways that governments and other stakeholders can involve SMEs in the fight against corruption. The publication evaluates the dangers of foreign bribery and corruption for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) and provides a toolkit for raising awareness of the necessity of implementing anti-corruption measures using information from research, interviews with SMEs, business organizations, and legal experts, among other sources. In addition to the Toolkit for rising awareness and combating corruption in SMEs, the paper on anti-corruption compliance in times of crisis, aids us in assessing the impact of crises, particularly the COVID-19 pandemic and the ensuing economic crisis, on anti-corruption compliance objectives, resources, and operations. The paper also suggests how businesses may better address the risks of corruption during crisis and how governments can better assist them. For access to the toolkits and full papers, please go to: Issues of corruption for SMEs: https://www.oecd.org/daf/anti-bribery/raising-awareness-and-preventing-corruption-in-smes.htm Toolkit for raising awareness and preventing corruption in SMEs : https://www.oecd-ilibrary.org/finance-and-investment/toolkit-for-raising-awareness-and-preventing-corruption-in-smes_19e99855-en Anti-Corruption compliance in times of crises: Building resilience and seizing opportunities: https://www.oecd-ilibrary.org/finance-and-investment/anti-corruption-compliance-in-times-of-crisis_467cf791-en Previous Next

One-Day Workshop by Sweden Alumni Network Thailand (SANT) and Swedish Institute Alumni Network! < Back Workshop for Thai Sweden Alumni: Empowering Sustainability 8 Jul 2024 📢 𝗔 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗔𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗻𝗶 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 🇸🇪🇹🇭 . Sweden Alumni Network Thailand (SANT) and Swedish Institute Alumni Network invite Sweden alumni, SIMP alumni, and prospective students to a one-day workshop on 22 August 2024, at AirAsia Academy, Vibhawadi Road. Enhance your communication skills, understanding of sustainability, and systems thinking for your career and personal growth! 🗓️ Date: 22 August 2024 📍Location: AirAsia Academy, Vibhawadi Road 📌 Focus Areas: Communication, Sustainability, Systems Thinking A follow-up online session will be held on 17 September 2024, to reflect and reinforce connections. . 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗯𝘆 𝟭 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰. Share your motivation (300 words max) on how this workshop will enhance your career and daily life. . Selected participants will be announced on 8 August 2024. 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://lnkd.in/g7Me-ET4 . Expand your skills and network with like-minded individuals dedicated to sustainable development! . For more information about this capacity boost, please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/g2CahbuG Previous Next

< Back Poolnologies Interview - A Business With Sustainability At Heart, 25 August 2022 Poolnologies brings sustainability to the world of Swimming Pools! SweCham had the great opportunity to interview, Mr. Mattias Nordin, Managing Director at Poolnologies Co., Ltd. Keep reading for an insightful interview on how Poolnologies manages to maintain its high standards and be an industry leader in their field. Could you tell us more about Poolnologies? Poolnologies is our main company and it was established back in 2015. We represent European Brands by importing, exporting, and distributing swimming pool equipment. We focus on providing our customers with high-end products that have been manufactured in Sweden. For us, quality is at the heart of our business practices and we emphasise sustainability. Our mission is to reduce unnecessary waste which so often accompanies swimming pools. We are based in Chonburi, Thailand yet we distribute to the entire Southeast Asia Region. Poolnologies currently partners with seven companies from which we import products, to then distribute and sell them. These companies are Electro engineering (UK) – photocatalytic oxidizer to ensure that all ecoli are eliminated, Pahlen (Swe), Hexagone (FR) – pool cleaning robots, Microdos (ITA), Toscano (SPA) – control devices, NatureSwim (our second company), Renolit – reinforced liner for swimming pool (feel of real stone texture), RPI – steel pan equipment for the pools. Could you tell us more about your company NatureSwim? NatureSwim is our second company. At first, we thought that having NatureSwim as a part of Poolnologies product line might be a good idea. However, it is proven that there is a more efficient way to market NatureSwim. We decided that NatureSwim will be its own company that produces its products and services, while still being part of the Poolnologies group. The company was established in 2015, the same year as Poolnologies. However countless trials and tests have been done dating back to 2005. We are the first company in our field to have gone through all the testing and certification processes to prove that our ideas would work. The longest test period lasted for 12 months and proved great success. Many private pools are cleaned using excessive amounts of chemicals to treat the pool water, which greatly affects the user’s health. For example, 30 minutes of being exposed to Chlorine gas will start to affect your liver, kidneys, and lungs. Eventually, after one hour of exposure, the gas will affect your brain. Most pools require a high level of maintenance, making their products costly and damaging to the environment. This is why Poolnologies and NatureSwim aim to provide customers with high-end equipment that will last for decades. Our practices use only natural water treatment processes that will not leave you with negative health impacts. We do not use chemicals during the treatment process. During times when the NatureSwim pool system is not operating, the pool water will be protected using a small amount of copper and silver Ions, which have algae-removing and bacteria-killing properties. What markets are you currently operating in? For Poolnologies, we have been assigned to distribute our partners’ products within all of Asia. NatureSwim is operating in Asia and Europe, we are aiming to expand our market into surrounding countries and regions. Who are your main customers? Our main customers are Eco-friendly resorts and hotels looking to provide their customers with sustainability and high-end products. Our products are sold at a premium price, however, these luxury hotels know that the initial cost is worth the payoff of being highly sustainable, reducing their water usage, and eventually a return on an investment will occur due to the high quality and long-lasting products. Currently, we supply high-end hotels and resorts like Zeavola, Sunplay and Soneva in the Maldives with pool equipment. Our second biggest market is highly-educated customers, usually, professors and doctor’s who have looked at the research and know the benefits of using freshwater pools. These clients usually purchase our products for their home usage. The next step for us would be to start supplying commercial hotel chains and target the larger group of the private sector. It is sometimes challenging for us to compete with other Pool companies that do not emphasise using suitable products as their initial costs tend to be higher. Thus we need to educate our customers on the ranging benefits that come with using Fresh Water pool systems. What makes Poolnologoies unique? Our main selling point is the quality of our products and manufacturing. We only import products from European brands. We have also been entrusted by Pahlen, a supporter of the Swedish National Swimming Team, to represent Pahlen in Asia. Pahlen is a Swedish brand that manufactures all of its products in Sweden, making the quality high. Due to the high quality, our pool equipment would last decades with minimum maintenance. This is why our product prices are higher, but in the longer run, our customers tend to save money as the level of maintenance decreases. For NatureSwim the key advantage is our pool water treatment technology which creates a freshwater pool systems. The pool water will go through the process of oxidisation, which is needed to avoid bacterial build-up. The oxidation process is efficient and has been proven safe for human usage. This process will leave a residual oxidization or ORP (oxidization reduction potential) within the pool, that would equal adding 2-3 PPM of chlorine, but with the difference that our oxidization does not affect users’ health. Another important process is ionisation because oxidisation has limitations, when the oxidised residual evaporates, the water will be left unprotected. Our ionisation process will add 0.25 – 0.4 mg/L of Copper and Silver to prevent algae build-up when the pool system is not operating. The amount of copper and silver that we add is well below the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) drinkable water standard of 2 mg/L. Our systems also have an Electromagnetic Descaler which will help prevent calcium from bonding together within the pipes and the pool, NatureSwim is the only system that has this EM Descaler built-in. What is Poolnologies’s biggest challenge? Our main problem is reaching the right customer base. We are currently trying to reach a wider range of customers. The challenge we face is getting customers to realize the value that comes with paying a premium price and that there is a return on investment in the long run. We aim to continue to educate more people and raise awareness about the dangers that accompany chemical-treated pools, we hope that this will eventually shine a light on our freshwater pool systems. Another challenge is that feeling is believing as we say, once you have tried a freshwater pool you will never go back to a standard pool, the problem is that we cannot send a test pool to all customers that want to try. We recommend our prospective customers view the pool systems that are installed in our partners’ hotels and resorts. Where do you see yourself in the next few years? Our main goal for the near future is to work our way into the market of everyday pool users and homeowners. On the other front of our business, which is Asia, we will continue to raise more awareness of how the low-quality built pools causes tremendous costs of maintenance and may result in serious health damage. We are hoping that in a few years, these problems would come to light so that we would be able to grow our Poolnologies business in other parts of Asia. We are aiming to expand NatureSwim to other countries in Asia and Europe. NatureSwim is investing a lot into R&D and next generation product development, NatureSwim has its own manufacturing and controls the products from start to finish to ensure the quality. Though there will be challenges, we are seeing positive changes in Europe as some countries are starting to ban chemical usage in public pools. In Thailand, we wish to further expand our customer base within commercial resorts and hotels. We will continue to educate people about the dangers of using chemicals to treat pool water. With the new knowledge, our aim is to penetrate the market of everyday pool owners. Previous Next

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SweCham President Visited Suranaree University Of Technology (SUT) On 23-24 February 2023 < Back SweCham President Visited SUT 24 Feb 2023 On 23 February, Mr. Peter Björk, our president, had a splendid opportunity to visit one of our members, Suranaree University of Technology (SUT) in Korat. In this regard, representatives of SUT, including Mr. Lars Andersson, our Vice President, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Wipawee Usaha, Director for International Affairs (CIA), together with Dr. Mullika Sungsanit, Vice-Rector for Engagement, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship, joined the meeting to discuss how we can deepen our cooperation. On the same day, Khun Peter gave a lecture to over 850 Pre-Coop students, helping them get ready for their upcoming internships and gain more knowledge about the work culture within the international environment. The following day, Khun Peter presented some insight into SweCham to representatives from different faculties who are interested in our Chamber. He then met with the Dean of the SUT Institute of Engineering, Dr. Pornsiri Jongkol, and her faculty members at the Northeastern Science Park. During this great occasion, they discussed how SUT students could pursue Pre-Coop (internship) programs in SweCham Members’ companies and more. Overall, SweCham and Suranaree University of Technology are looking forward to continuing our close collaborations in the near future! To explore other news and activities from the SweCham and our members, please click here. Previous Next