On 25 June, 2024, Business Sweden hosted the ‘Pioneer the Possible Thailand 2024: Green Production’ event at True Digital Park. < Back Pioneer the Possible: Green Production 27 Jun 2024 On 25 June, 2024, Business Sweden hosted the ‘Pioneer the Possible Thailand 2024: Green Production’ event at True Digital Park. The event began with opening speeches by Mrs. Anna Jakenberg Brinck, Chargé d'Affaires, at the Embassy of Sweden, and Mr. Kacper Pierzynowski, Trade Commissioner of Sweden to Thailand followed by a keynote speech by Mrs. Siripen Kiatfuengfoo, Deputy Director General, Office of Industrial Economics (OIE), Ministry of Industry. All emphasised the importance of international cooperation in advancing sustainable manufacturing. The discussions throughout the morning focused on driving sustainable manufacturing through Thai-Swedish collaboration. A significant portion of the dialogue revolved around the promotion of green production methods. Speakers highlighted innovative approaches to manufacturing that aim to minimise environmental impact. These included setting clear goals and targets for your organisations, kick-starting a monitoring process to measure progress, using renewable energy sources including solar panel in factories, and encouraging green supply chain by working with suppliers to improve their standards. Their insights provided a roadmap for companies looking to transition to more sustainable practices. The Thai-Swedish collaboration was manifested further in a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing ceremony between Business Sweden and the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI). The aim is to work together to achieve carbon neutrality through promoting the green transition in the areas of green production, green mobility, and Energy transition. Big thanks to the speakers Dr. Savanit Boonyasuwat, Vice Chairman of the BCG Pillar at the FTI, Mr. Chanchai Chalokkongtavorn, Senior Plan and Policy Analyst, OIE, Ministry of Industry, Mr. Tommaso Origo, Managing Director of Electrolux Professional, Mr. Polawat Phrirojchaikul, Managing Director of Reflex Packaging, Dr. Umairah Nizam, LCA Coordinator at Camfil, Mr Kongkiat Teekamongkol, Managing Director of Camfil Thailand, and Mr. Peter Borjesson, Vice President of Government & Industry Relations at Ericsson. Dr. Pojanath Bhatanacharoen, Executive Director of SweCham, moderated the session. All the participants enjoyed valuable networking opportunities, connecting with like-minded professionals committed to sustainability. Big thanks to all speakers and participants for their insightful contributions and engagement. We look forward to following the development of the collaborative efforts and best practices between Thailand and Sweden in the green production area! Previous Next

SweCham is delighted to offer an internship opportunity for a recent or upcoming Swedish graduate! < Back Ingvar Krook Application 2023.2024 Now Open! 26 Apr 2023 The Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham) in Bangkok is delighted to offer an internship opportunity for a recent or upcoming Swedish graduate, starting in September 2023, for a duration of 6 to 10 months. The Ingvar Krook’s Grant will cover the living expenses of the selected applicant during their stay in Bangkok. The internship at SweCham office in Bangkok, Thailand, will provide the successful candidate with a chance to contribute to the Chamber’s work program, activities, and events. It will enable them to enhance their professional skills and personal growth, gaining exposure to a variety of business-related fields such as marketing and communication, event planning, project management, content creation, and public relations. The scholar will also acquire significant knowledge about the business environment in Thailand and Asia. Overall, this internship opportunity at SweCham offers a highly valuable and enriching experience for the selected candidate, enabling them to broaden their horizons while advancing their career prospects. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Swedish Nationality Student or recent graduate (Bachelor or Master level) in business administration, international business, marketing and communications or related fields Excellent written and oral communication skills in English Excellent social skills and strong team player High computer literacy in MS Office and preferably website management skills/experience Interested in graphic design High level of initiative, judgement, and decisiveness in accomplishing tasks Ability to work independently, good time management skills and an eye for details Ability to work effectively under pressure and to juggle multiple tasks Interest in, and basic understanding of, online and offline marketing HOW TO APPLY We are reviewing applications on an on-going basis until a suitable candidate has been identified so please submit your applications as soon as possible. Applications should be written in English and consist of short CV and cover letter highlighting relevant qualifications and experience. Applications should be submitted via email and sent to [email protected] with the subject ‘Application for SweCham Internship-[NAME]’. Previous Next

< Back Business Climate Survey For Swedish Companies In Thailand 2018 Team Sweden Thailand conducted a business climate survey in 2018. Click here to download the Business Climate Survey Team Sweden Thailand –Business Sweden, Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce and the Embassy of Sweden in Thailand – conducted a survey during February-April 2018 with the purpose to understand how Swedish companies established in Thailand perceive the business climate. One of the insights found is that the Swedish companies have a positive outlook where 84% expect their revenue to grow the coming three years, of which more than 30% expect growth over 20%. Read more about the perceived opportunities and challenges in the report. Previous Next

The article ‘Presidents on the move’ by Christer Nilsson from STEP highlights the distinct perspectives of former SweCham presidents Khun Anders Lundquist and Khun Rolf Granstrom. < Back Reflecting on Progress: Insights from SweCham's Past and Present Leaders in STEP Magazine 15 Aug 2024 ‘Presidents on the move’ by Christer Nilsson from STEP Magazine Vol. 3/No. 17, December 1994 Anders Lundquist has been the Chamber's President from its founding in 1990. Now he has left the post. He feels that a small Chamber like Sweden's really can make a difference in the competitive Thai market, fighting for attention with Americans and Japanese. But he asks the members to use their Board more actively. And he would not mind to see the Chamber take on external assignments. What has the Chamber achieved during its short existence? "We have grown from a small to a middle-sized Chamber with, what I trust a good reputation here. The Thai government has recognized our existence and its representatives like to hear our view in important issues," says Anders Lundquist. "However, in key issues things doesn't happen overnight," adds Anders Lundquist, "so in that respect one may feel we have not achieved very much as yet." In such matters, where big issues are discussed with the Government, the Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand work together. "And sometimes this produces rapid results. Like when we got rid of the tax clearance certificate rule. We in the Foreign Chambers met with Anand Panyarachun during his first term as Prime Minister. He wanted to hear our views on business and we boiled down our long, long list of construvtive ideas. One request was: Get rid of the ridiculous rule that says we need a tax clearance certificate every time we leave Thailand!" Anand listened and promised to do something about it. Two weeks later the rule was scrapped. And from a practical point of view, what has the Chamber done for its members? "We have strengthened our service with information and assistance to newcomers in Thailand. They need advice on how to set up business here, where to get an accountant, meet a bank, which people to contact and so on. It is important that they are right on track from the very beginning." But Anders Lundquist feels that more can be done in this field. First by the members themselves: "Use our Board more! We have a very competent and experienced Board, with representatives from all fields of business and they are happy to serve you. Don't hesitate to call them when you need business advice.” Secondly the Chamber could do more by offering more: "We have an excellent dialogue and good cooperation with the Swedish Embassy in Bangkok. Still, I wonder whether not the time is ripe now to let the Chamber take on assignments from members and Swedish companies interested in this market." The 50 somewhat Swedish companies here represent a good local knowledge base for such ventures. Many of those companies came here during Anders Lundquist's Presidency. "And they have three things in common. First: they view Thailand as the gateway to 'Mainland Asean' including Indochina and Burma. Second: They invest in human resources and hardware. 18 Swedish companies in Thailand are in manufacturing. Third: They position themselves towards Indochina. We have 20 Swedish companies in Vietnam now and some of them began their Vietnam business through Thailand, like ABB and SKF to mention two of the most well-known." Will Sweden's EU-membership have any impact on Thai-Swedish trade? "Not directly. It will of course mean that Thailand will have more confidence in Sweden than had we stayed outside the EU. Then Sweden must follow EU's quota system, but the Thais have always been able to solve quota problems in a practical way. I don't think we will have a problem there." And more generally speaking? "Sweden in EU will mean that we get more influence and can participate in the EU process. And our government can more easily impose unpopular measures to restructure Sweden's economy, simply because EU will demand certain things to be done." This in turn means that foreign investors can trust Sweden. "Foreign business can have confidence in Sweden now. The EU-membership should increase foreign investment in Sweden, which is quite competitive now, maybe also from Thailand where we have companies and people with a lot of investment capital." Thai interest in Sweden has also been created through the Chamber's various functions. Like the luncheons and dinners and our fact-finding missions. "We may not have had that many functions. But those we have had have been quality events with excellent and influential speakers: leading politicians, economists and businessmen," says Anders Lundquist. "And we were the first Chamber to ever send a trade mission to Vietnam. This and our trips to Kambodja, Laos and Kunming in southern China has given us important firsthand knowledge, high-level contacts and added prestige to our Chamber." "We have got a new Board of Governors. Its made up of professionals representing the best from the business community in Thailand. It's important to have them here and I look forward to get contributions, ideas and feedback from new and old Board members," says Rolf Granstrom. He asks all members to get more active and to really use the various committees in the Board. "We produce results by being active and I want to see an inflow of ideas from the committees and our members." Some of the Chamber's functions are open to all interested parties, and that message has not reached people, believes Rolf Granstrom. "Our luncheons and dinners are open to all. Not just to Chamber members," emphasises Rolf Granstrom. "There are some misunderstandings here and that's a pity given the very good speakers we have at our functions." "Maybe we have an 'image problem' in that the Chamber is not as visible and known in Bangkok as we would like. We have to find some way to rectify that," continues Rolf Granstrom. One way to get more attention and publicity in town is to create more joint arrangements between the Scandinavian Chambers, the Scandinavian Society, our Embassy and the Swedish Church, believes Rolf Granstrom. I would also like to see our Embassy work even harder to get more high-ranking politicians and officials to visit Thailand. Thai will help Sweden get the attention the country so will deserves. And such visits are definitely good for business as well." What is your opinion on a 'Scandinavian Chamber of Commerce"? "On the administrative level it's good that we share facilities and bring down the costs. And this works fine. But I think each Chamber should be on its own and represent its country when it comes to business. It's more likely that we will see a EU Chamber here some time, rather than a Scandinavian one. " And the Chamber's role, should it for instance take on market consultancy assignments? "We have never done it as far as I know. Traditionally the Embassy has taken the paid external assignments while the Chamber has worked for the members only. Anyway, I would like to avoid a situation where we compete directly with our Embassy." Previous Next

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The seminar, co-hosted by the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) and the Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand (JFCCT) focused on strengthening cooperation between the public and private sectors in the fight against corruption.  < Back Fostering Transparency with the NACC and JFCCT 23 Jun 2025 The seminar, co-hosted by the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) and the Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand (JFCCT) on 23 June 2025, at the Swissôtel Bangkok, focused on strengthening cooperation between the public and private sectors in the fight against corruption. The purpose of the event was to promote dialogue between the NACC and foreign private businesses operating in Thailand, with the aim of fostering greater transparency and accountability. It served as a platform to openly address ongoing corruption issues—such as the solicitation and acceptance of bribes by government officials—and to gather practical recommendations and strategies for improvement. These insights are intended to support the NACC in its role as Thailand’s leading anti-corruption agency. The seminar featured an open and informative panel discussion on the NACC’s current initiatives and the important work being done to enhance integrity within public sector operations. A strong emphasis was placed on how the private sector can actively contribute to these efforts, highlighting the value of ongoing public-private collaboration. Topics discussed included: Key NACC anti-corruption initiatives and policy frameworks Challenges faced by foreign businesses in dealing with corruption The private sector’s role in promoting integrity and transparency Case examples of unethical practices and solicitation Recommendations for improving enforcement, reporting mechanisms, and cooperation The event underscored a shared commitment to good governance and the collective responsibility of both sectors in creating a more transparent and accountable business environment in Thailand. Previous Next

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Our inaugural meeting of the year commenced with the first on-site Sustainability Business Forum 2025 event hosted at the Swiss Embassy < Back The inaugural meeting of the year starts with the first on-site Sustainability Forum 2025! 7 Jan 2025 Our inaugural meeting of the year commenced with the first on-site Sustainability Business Forum 2025 event hosted at the Swiss Embassy! SweCham, in collaboration with the Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce (FTCC), NTCC - Netherlands-Thai Chamber of Commerce, and Swiss-Thai Chamber of Commerce - STCC convened to discuss the 8th edition of the Sustainability for Business Forum (SBF). This inaugural meeting marks the beginning of a year filled with dynamic discussions and groundbreaking collaborations. As the world navigates a period of significant transition, the need for innovative and sustainable solutions has never been more critical. We anticipate a series of engaging events and thought-provoking conversations that will bring together leading experts, industry leaders, and policymakers to address the most pressing challenges facing our planet. We extend our special thanks to the Swiss-Thai Chamber of Commerce (STCC) for their warm hospitality and for graciously opening their red doors to us. Stay tuned for this exciting opportunity to connect with sustainability-minded people and cultivate future growth together! Previous Next

ABB Electrification (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Premium member Industrial digitalisation Member Profile ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation. We see our purpose as enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting our engineering and digitalization expertise, we help industries run at high performance, becoming more efficient, productive, and sustainable. We call this: ‘Engineered to Outrun.’ We have around 110,000 employees worldwide and a history that stretches back more than 140 years. At ABB, our purpose is to enable a more sustainable and resource-efficient future with our technology leadership in electrification and automation. This reflects what we stand for as a company and what we aspire to be. We have been a trusted partner in Thailand’s industrial and utility development since our first motor delivery to Siam Cement in 1913. Our commitment deepened with the establishment of ASEA and BBC in Thailand in 1978 and 1982, respectively. In 1988, these two companies merged to form ABB Thailand, a leading provider of industrial technologies. For over four decades, ABB has been a key partner in Thailand's economic growth, collaborating across utilities, industry, transport, and infrastructure sectors. We empower our customers with end-to-end electrification, automation, and digitalization solutions, helping them optimize operations and decarbonize their processes. Product and Services Electrification: Distribution Solutions Smart Power Smart Buildings Installation Products Service Motion: I EC LV Motors Large Motors & Generators NEMA Motors Drive Products System Drives Motion Services Traction Process Automation: Energy Industries Process Industries Marine & Ports Measurement & Analytics Robotics & Discrete Automation: Robotics Machine Automation Visit the official website here Representatives Representative (1): Palin Pornprasertsuk Position: Country Commercial Leader, Local Business Manager Thailand / MCL Representative (2): Tenzing Bomratsang Position: Country Holding Officer 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

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SweCham team had a great opportunity to celebrate the National Days of the Nordic countries at The Social: National Day organised by the Thai Nordic Association (TNA). < Back SweCham joined the Social: National Day organised by TNA 28 May 2023 On 19 May, SweCham team had a great opportunity to celebrate the National Days of the Nordic countries at The Social: National Day organised by the Thai Nordic Association (TNA). The event was attended by over 50 participants from the Thai-Nordic community, offering us a perfect chance to meet and socialise with a great mix of people, including various Nordic friends in Thailand. At the event, participants were given part of a Nordic flag in which we all had to find the other matching part. In addition, the successful pairs won an entry ticket to a lucky draw to win dining vouchers at the Landmark Hotel’s establishments and wine. This event not only offered us a chance to receive good prizes but also allowed us to learn more about the different countries and other unique traditions. SweCham would like to thank the TNA for organising this fun event for everyone to join. We look forward to joining other great events organised by TNA in the near future! Previous Next

Johan has made significant contributions to the SweCham Team and Chamber throughout his internship.  He has been actively involved in various SweCham and Team Sweden events, consistently providing valuable support and insight. < Back Bidding farewell to our outgoing intern, Johan Lindeson, the Ingvar Krook Scholar who has been with us for almost a year 7 Jun 2024 Johan has made significant contributions to the SweCham Team and Chamber throughout his internship. He has been actively involved in various SweCham and Team Sweden events, consistently providing valuable support and insight. His participation in the Business Climate Survey was instrumental in supporting Business Sweden in Thailand, showcasing his analytical skills. Johan's efforts were particularly notable in our Swedish cultural events, including the Christmas celebrations last year and the upcoming Midsummer Lunch, where his dedication shone through. Additionally, Johan has also been a vital part of our social media and weekly updates, ensuring that our members and friends stay updated with the latest activities and business trends in Thailand through regular updates and engaging content. His work at the Sweden Pavilion during the Sustainability Expo 2023 and the Swedish Education and Career Days at the OCSC fair 2023 was commendable, where he introduced and promoted Swedish culture to the Thai participants. SweCham greatly appreciated having Johan with us during the past year. It was a pleasure seeing him grow and gain new skills and experiences. We wish him the best of luck in his future career! Previous Next