Samitivej Sukhumvit received the ‘Clinical Service Initiative of the Year’ award at the ‘Healthcare Asia Awards 2023’ in Singapore < Back Samitivej Sukhumvit received the ‘Clinical Service Initiative of the Year’ award 25 Jul 2023 Samitivej Sukhumvit received the ‘Clinical Service Initiative of the Year’ award at the ‘Healthcare Asia Awards 2023’ in Singapore SweCham would like to offer our sincere congratulations to our member, Samitivej, on receiving the ‘Clinical Service Initiative of the Year’ award. Samitivej Hospitals, part of Bangkok Dusit Medical Services (BDMS), are a leading group of private hospitals serving both Thailand and the ASEAN region. The hospital has recognition from many awards and was named the best hospital in Asia for medical tourists by the Medical Travel Quality Alliance (MTQUA), ranking among the world’s top 10 hospitals for medical travellers. Samitivej Sukhumvit recently won the ‘Clinical Service Initiative of the Year’ award at the ‘ Healthcare Asia Awards 2023’ in Singapore for its SAMITIVEJ PRETERM PREVENTION PROGRAM by SAMITIVEJ SUKHUMVIT HOSPITAL . Assoc. Prof. Boonsri Chanrachakul, M.D., Ph.D., M.Sc . (Medical Genetics), Project Chairman and Head of Samitivej Center of Excellence for Prevention of Preterm Birth, received the award on behalf of Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital. The Healthcare Asia Awards highlight outstanding hospitals and clinics that have risen above the challenges and made a remarkable impact to their patients. This latest award comes in addition to the 2 awards from The Global Health Asia-Pacific Awards 2023: Hospital of the Year in Thailand 2023 Genomic and Lifestyle Medicine Service Provider of the Year in Asia-Pacific Samitivej Hospitals promise to keep innovating to better serve their patients and their employees. SweCham would like to once again congratulate Samitivej Sukhumvit for this remarkable achievement! To find out more please visit https://www.samitivejhospitals.com/ To explore other news and activities from SweCham and our members, please visit: www.swecham.com Previous Next

< Back Business Speed Matching and Welcome Back Networking Cocktail 2023, 26 September 2023 Together, we empower local businesses to discover their ideal partnerships! The Business Speed Matching and Welcome Back Networking Cocktail 2023, organised on Tuesday, 26 September 2023, by the Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce (FTCC), Swiss-Thai Chamber of Commerce (STCC), and Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham), at Shangri-La Bangkok was a resounding success. It was truly inspiring to witness a diverse group of representatives from various companies within the foreign chambers of commerce community in Thailand coming together for meaningful discussions and networking. The event was further enhanced by the valuable insights shared by Jean Sol-Macher, the Economic Counsellor, during the networking cocktail session, which added depth to our gathering. We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our main sponsors, including BECIS, Charoen Decor International, L'Oréal, Dextra Group, and Samitivej Hospital, whose generous support made this event possible. Additionally, special thanks to our lucky draw prize sponsors, including Blue Elephant, Asian Tigers, and L'Oreal, who added excitement to the evening. Big round of applause to the FTCC Team for driving the event! To explore more photos from the event, please visit https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjAWhuw . To explore more events from SweCham, please visit www.swecham.com/all-events . Previous Next

We were delighted to welcome the ASSA ABLOY Team to the SweCham Office yesterday. '   We would like to warmly welcome the new Director and General Manager, Thailand, Khun Moritz Arndt, Marketing and Product Manager, Khun Kanokwan Kitrungpaiboon, Product and Marketing Director, ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions SEA, Khun Leon Flores III, and Human Resources Director, SEA Emerging Market, Khun Melanie D. Villena.  < Back Unlocking Exciting Discussions with ASSA ABLOY 31 Jan 2024 We were delighted to welcome the ASSA ABLOY Team to the SweCham Office yesterday. ' We would like to warmly welcome the new Director and General Manager, Thailand, Khun Moritz Arndt, Marketing and Product Manager, Khun Kanokwan Kitrungpaiboon, Product and Marketing Director, ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions SEA, Khun Leon Flores III, and Human Resources Director, SEA Emerging Market, Khun Melanie D. Villena. We enjoyed learning more about the ASSA ABBLOY business in Thailand and engaged in fruitful discussions on potential future collaborations. ASSA ABLOY is a Swedish company and a global leader in access solutions, focusing on creating a safer world through their innovative security solutions. The essence of ASSA ABLOY’s offering is the feeling of safety and security. In Thailand, the principal ASSA ABLOY brand is Yale, which is one of their 190 different brands globally. Once again, big thanks to the ASSA ABLOY Team for visiting us! We look forward to the prospects of collaborating. Previous Next

On Friday, 14 August 2026, SweCham hosted a welcoming lunch at a Thai restaurant to welcome our new interns, Sabrina and Alexandra, to the tea < Back Welcome Lunch for Our New Interns 14 Aug 2026 [𝐒𝐰𝐞𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞] 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐋𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐬 On Friday, 14 August 2026, SweCham hosted a welcoming lunch at a Thai restaurant to welcome our new interns, Sabrina and Alexandra, to the team. We enjoyed a delicious variety of Thai dishes and refreshing drinks while spending a lovely afternoon together, sharing stories and getting to know each other better. It was a wonderful opportunity to welcome our new team members and create a warm and friendly atmosphere as they begin their journey with SweCham. We are delighted to have Sabrina and Alexandra join our team and look forward to working together and creating many great experiences along the way! Previous Next

Panyapiwat Institute of Management (PIM) visited SweCham with students from the University of Borås who are currently on an exchange programme at PIM.   < Back PIM Visited SweCham Office 27 Apr 2023 Big warm thanks to Mr Chawit Wichaiwong from the Office of International Relations at Panyapiwat Institute of Management (PIM) for visiting us with Mr Noel Skoglund and Mr Liam Bodin, students from the University of Borås who are currently on an exchange programme at PIM. Your visit was greatly appreciated, and we are thankful for the opportunity to further strengthen the ties and collaboration between Thailand and Sweden, especially in the academic sector. SweCham looks forward to continuing to foster this partnership and support academic institutions in both countries. Previous Next

< Back Sustainability for Business Forum 2023 (SBF 2023), 18 May 2023 The 6th edition of the Sustainability for Business Forum was a tremendous success! We are immensely grateful for your unwavering support and active participation in this inspiring event. Special thanks to the Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce (FTCC), Netherlands-Thai Chamber of Commerce (NTCC), and Swiss-Thai Chamber of Commerce (STCC) for co-organising this forum with us at The Landmark Bangkok. This year’s forum was an incredible opportunity to connect like-minded individuals and organizations, dedicated to creating business value while positively impacting people and the planet. We are proud to have provided a platform that not only fostered partnerships but also showcased leading sustainable initiatives and projects in Asia. With your active participation and engaging discussions, we were able to empower businesses with innovative strategies for economic, environmental, and social performance. Once again, a heartfelt thank you to our speakers, and attendees. Your generous support, expertise, and commitment to sustainability have played a crucial role in advancing the cause of sustainable business practices. Big thanks to our sponsors ABB Thailand, Acoem, Amundi Asset Management, Artelia, BECIS, Bluebee, Greenyellow, JST Group, KLM, L’Oreal Thailand, MAN Energy Solutions, PALO, Poolnologies, Sentinel’s, Signify, Suranaree University of Technology, Swiss Air, VNU Asia Pacific and Baker Mackenzie. Together, we are driving positive change and shaping a brighter future for all. We eagerly anticipate future collaborations and look forward to continuing this important journey. Let’s create a sustainable and prosperous business landscape together! See more photos of the #SBF2023 here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjAELmf To explore outstanding presentations from our panellists, please visit www.sustainability4business.com/speakers-2023 Previous Next

AFRY (Thailand) Ltd. Premium member Construction and Manufacturing , Engineering, Advisory services Member Profile AFRY (Thailand) Ltd, founded in 1996, is responsible for AFRY operations in Thailand. AFRY has been active in the Thailand market for more than 50 years, previously operating under brand names of “Electrowatt Engineering”, “Pöyry Energy”, “Colenco” and “ÅF Consult”. Thailand is also the regional headquarters for most of AFRY's South East Asia region operations. AFRY has around 200 employees in its Bangkok office, which comprises a mix of expatriate and Thai engineers working in the following business sectors: Energy (Thermal Power, Hydropower, Biomass, Waste-to-Energy, Wind, Solar, Transmission & Distribution, Energy Management Consulting, LNG Terminals) Pulp & Paper Industry (Chemical & Petrochemical, Water & Waste Water, Automobile, Healthcare and Beverage) Every year, we have about 100 projects being executed in our Bangkok office. We are the leading consulting engineering company in both the power and pulp & paper sectors in the country. Product and Services Energy: We are a leading power sector consulting & engineering company with some 50 major power projects and over 200 power sector related assignments executed in the country (Thermal Power, Hydropower, Biomass, Waste-to-Energy, Wind, Solar, Transmission & Distribution, Energy Management Consulting, LNG Terminals). Pulp & Paper: We are a leading pulp and paper sector consulting & engineering company with a dozen major pulp and paper projects executed in Thailand. Industry: Chemical & Petrochemical, Water & Waste Water, Automobile, Healthcare and Beverage. Experts in high-end consulting & engineering services for industrial projects with more than 70 industrial projects executed in Thailand. Visit the official website here Representatives Representative (1): Mr. Knut Sierotzki Position: Vice President Hydropower Asia Representative (2): Mr. Cyrill Trottmann Position: Acting Head, Hydropower Sustainability Department • Hydro Power Contacts are available for members only. Please kindly contact [email protected] should you would be interested on joining our member community! Back to Member Directory

Team Sweden, led by H.E. Mrs. Anna Hammargren, Ambassador, Mrs. Anna Jakenberg Brinck, Deputy Head of Mission, Mr. Kacper Pierzynowski, Trade Commissioner of Sweden to Thailand, Mr. Peter Björk, SweCham President, and Dr. Pojanath Bhatanacharoen, SweCham Executive Director, joined the festive celebration at the inauguration of the new IKEA Sukhumvit Store on 29 November 2023.  < Back Big congratulations to IKEA: Team Sweden joined in the celebration marking the opening of the new IKEA Sukhumvit Store. 30 Nov 2023 Team Sweden, led by H.E. Mrs. Anna Hammargren, Ambassador, Mrs. Anna Jakenberg Brinck, Deputy Head of Mission, Mr. Kacper Pierzynowski, Trade Commissioner of Sweden to Thailand, Mr. Peter Björk, SweCham President, and Dr. Pojanath Bhatanacharoen, SweCham Executive Director, joined the festive celebration at the inauguration of the new IKEA Sukhumvit Store on 29 November 2023. Team Sweden extended warm congratulations to IKEA Thailand for the grand opening of their Sukhumvit store, situated at the heart of Bangkok. Having been a part of the Thai landscape for 12 years, IKEA continues to uphold its commitment to providing quality and affordable home furnishings, with the enduring motto ‘Home is the most important place in the world’. It was a great honour to meet Mr. Peter Kamprad and other key IKEA executives. Special thanks to Khun Leonie Hoskin, Retail Manager of IKEA Thailand, Khun Sirin Atsilarat, Store Manager of IKEA Sukhumvit, Khun Christian Dassonville, HR Manager (Retail), and Khun Cecilia Håkansson, Ikano Retail General Counsel, Head of Legal Affairs, as well as the entire IKEA Team for their warm welcome to a fantastic celebration! Notably, IKEA Sukhumvit stands as the first IKEA city store in Southeast Asia at Emsphere, covering an expansive 12,000 SQM. The store features a Swedish café and restaurant with a stunning view of Benjasiri Park and is seamlessly connected to the BTS Phrompong skywalk at Emsphere for convenient transportation. Get ready for the official opening tomorrow 1 December, accompanied by special promotions throughout the festive season. Join us in continuing the celebration of home and community at IKEA Sukhumvit! Find out more about the special offers celebrating the new store here: https://www.ikea.com/th/en/stores/sukhumvit/ Previous Next

< Back [Member PR] Bar.Yard Presents Nisatiwa LIVE- A Sonic Celebration of Thai Soft Power, 40 Floors Above Bangkok 30 Jun 2025 30 June 2025 Bangkok, Thailand – This July, Bar.Yard at Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok invites guests to experience a cultural soundscape like no other with Nisatiwa LIVE, an exclusive rooftop performance blending traditional Thai instruments with modern electronic flair. Taking place on Thursday, 10 July 2025, from 10:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., this special event is part of the SPLASH Soft Power Forum 2025 Hotel Showcase Program, which transforms 26 leading hotels into immersive expressions of Thai identity through culinary arts, wellness, visual storytelling and music. Nisatiwa, a boundary-pushing folktronica duo, bridges heritage and innovation. Their name, meaning “night and day” in Thai, reflects their creative ethos: fusing ancestral sounds from instruments like the Saw-Duang , Phin and Khaen with modern electronic textures to create a sound that is distinctly Thai, yet undeniably global. This showcase falls under the SPLASH category of Music – Fashion – Craft, inviting both local and international guests to experience the energy of Thai culture in a contemporary setting. Hosted on Bar.Yard’s iconic 40th-floor terrace, entry to the Nisatiwa LIVE at Bar.Yard performance is complimentary; however, advance reservation and food & beverage purchase are required. Seating is subject to availability and confirmation. Click here to reserve your spot For more information, check out: Official Line Account @bar.yard , Call 02 056 9999 Email [email protected] . Previous Next

Dynapac Road Equipment (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Platinum partner Construction and Manufacturing Member Profile Dynapac Thailand supplies a comprehensive range of road construction machinery, including: Compaction Equipment : Soil and asphalt rollers designed for various compaction tasks. Paving Equipment : Asphalt pavers suitable for different paving applications. Light Equipment: Tools for smaller-scale construction tasks. These products are designed to enhance efficiency, durability, and environmental sustainability in road construction projects. Product and Services Beyond equipment sales, Dynapac Thailand offers: Aftermarket Services: Maintenance and repair services to ensure equipment longevity. Genuine Spare Parts: Supply of authentic parts to maintain equipment performance. Technical Support : Expert assistance for troubleshooting and optimizing equipment use. These services aim to minimize downtime and operating costs for clients. Visit the official website here Representatives Representative (1): Thierry Leder Position: General manager Dynapac Asia Pacific Representative (2): Kawita Doungkaew Position: Project Management APAC / Executive Assistant Contacts are available for members only. Please kindly contact [email protected] should you would be interested on joining our member community! Back to Member Directory

On 19 August, SweCham attended Commitment Day 2026 at The Athenee Hotel in Bangkok. < Back Supporting a More Resilient and Sustainable Energy Future 19 Aug 2026 On 19 August, SweCham attended 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 at The Athenee Hotel in Bangkok. SweCham and our President, 𝗣𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗷ö𝗿𝗸, were delighted to support this important event and be part of the conversation around 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆, exploring how Thailand can strengthen energy resilience while continuing its transition towards a more sustainable future. The discussions on 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆, 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆, 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀 highlighted the importance of collaboration between businesses, policymakers, and industry leaders in shaping a resilient and sustainable energy future. At SweCham, we are proud to support platforms that bring people together, encourage knowledge sharing, and create opportunities for meaningful collaboration between 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗻. A big thank you to the 𝗣𝗦𝗦 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 for organising a great event and creating a space for these important conversations! #SweCham #CommitmentDay2026 #PredictableEnergy #EnergyTransition #EnergyResilience #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #Innovation #ThailandSweden #BusinessCollaboration Previous Next

Come savor cherished memories with this holiday-time family feast, alongside our brimming buffet featuring authentic flavors of Mexico at Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok! < Back Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet at MEXICANO! 21 Nov 2024 Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet at MEXICANO The MEXICANO Thanksgiving dinner experience starts off with a main dish of Whole Roast Turkey plus all the trimmings, prepared à la minute. Kindly note our limit of 1 serving per guest, please. Still hungry? Step up to the price-included All-You-Can-Eat MEXICANO Buffet where highlights Turkey Roulade with Festive Garnish; Slow-Cooked Pear Salad ; Pan-Seared Duck Breast with Orange Wine Reduction and Brussels Sprout Salad and many more await. The Buffet dessert selection features Thanksgiving-traditional Sticky Sauce Pecan Pie and house-creation Coffee Cheesecake with Caramel Popcorn; French classic Peach Melba, plus Blueberry Panna Cotta and assorted tropical fresh fruit platter. Date: 28 November, 2024 Time: 6:00 – 10:30 PM Price: THB 1,099++ / person Venue: Mexicano Restaurante Autentico (4th floor) Free flow beverages package, add: THB 888++ / person (incl. Cocktails / Mocktails, Singha Beer, House Spirits. See full menu) Book Early and Save! Enjoy a 10% Off early-bird discount, when you book by 22 November Take-Home Thanksgiving Dinner and Dessert Planning a traditional at-home Thanksgiving celebration? Let Rembrandt do the cooking and get your Take-Home Thanksgiving Dinner with all the trimmings from MEXICANO! Order a WHOLE ROASTED TURKEY at THB 5,999NET and you’ll get a fully-cooked U.S.-import whole-bird, 4-5 kg. net weight, or get a HONEY GLAZED HAM delivered to your home,1 kg. net weight THB 1,199. Trimmings (sides) include Herbs & Wild Mushrooms Roulade Stuffing; Holiday-style Roasted Vegetable Casserole; Sautéed French Beans and Bacon, along with prepared, festive-assortment vegetables; Cranberry Sauce; Giblet Sauce and Turkey Jus. Have a slice of home-style tradition with TAKE-HOME THANKSGIVING DESSERTS from MEXICANO. Relax, don’t bake—let's bring the holiday sweet home ! Choose from whole HOLIDAY-SPICE PUMPKIN PIE or STICKY-SAUCE PECAN PIE, just THB 699 per pie. Both varieties serve 6 persons. Don’t mind if you do? Only pre-paid orders are accepted. Please order by 26 November 2024. You can pick up your order at Red Pepper Restaurant, 1st floor. For more details or any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to: Tel: 02 261 7100 Website: https://mexicanobkk.com Email:       [email protected]               Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mexicanobkk    Previous Next