50 Best spotlights venues from more destinations than ever before, with the additions of new restaurants, bars and hotels on the 50 Best Discovery platform  < Back [Member Update] Kimpton Mac-Lai Bangkok in Thailand Makes its Debut on 50 Best Discovery, an In-depth Collection of City Guides! 2 Mar 2025 28 February 2025 – Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok has made its debut in the in-depth collection of city guides, 50 Best Discovery. Following the addition of more than 500 new venues to the platform in February 2025, more than a hundred cities and towns are represented on 50 Best Discovery for the first time, spotlighting even more dining, drinking and travel destinations around the world. The new additions feature more than 240 restaurants, 100 bars and 170 hotels. With this latest refresh, 50 Best Discovery now features 3,700+ hospitality establishments worldwide, showcasing the diversity and excellence of the hospitality industry. Each venue, including Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok, is selected after receiving a certain number of votes from the expert voting Academies that create 50 Best’s world-leading global and regional lists. Situated in a city of contrasts, Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok is in the centre of all the social happenings 24/7. Bangkok is a place where stately ancient temples stand not far from gleaming skyscrapers. Its captivating juxtapositions are what makes it one of the top destinations for global travellers. Surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant modernity, the urban retreat rests on the leafy-green Langsuan Road by Lumphini Park. Charming and charismatic, Kimpton infuses Bangkok city’s energy and creativity into its design and guest experience. "Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok is honoured to be recognized on the prestigious 50 Best Discovery platform. This accolade reaffirms our commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality, bold design, and immersive experiences that resonate with modern travellers. We remain dedicated to redefining luxury with heartfelt and ridiculously personalised service and inspiring spaces in the heart of Bangkok." – Patrick Both, General Manager Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok Hotel, Regional General Manager IHG Luxury & Lifestyle, Thailand A highly curated guide, 50 Best Discovery is the ultimate reference tool for discerning travellers, diners and cocktail-lovers. A combination of more than 3,000 Academy members — who are experts in their local restaurant, bar and hotel scenes — vote for the venues that feature on the platform. This means those following 50 Best Discovery are being guided by the world’s foremost restaurant, bar and travel connoisseurs. 50 Best Discovery operates as an extension of the annual 50 Best rankings of restaurants, bars, and hotels, though is not itself a ranking. 50 Best is ultimately responsible for the curation of the database. Restaurants, bars and hotels cannot apply to be part of 50 Best Discovery. For more information on 50 Best Discovery, please visit the website here: www.theworlds50best.com/discovery Read more about selection criteria here: www.theworlds50best.com/discovery/about.html Previous Next

Inspira delivers holistic leadership development programs that bridge business priorities with meaningful team transformation. In a world reshaped by innovation and disruption, we help organizations build leaders and teams who are agile, aligned, and future-fit. Our holistic approach integrates strategy, culture, and inner mastery to ignite sustainable change. Designed for today’s complexity, our programs empower people with both transformative mindsets and practical skillsets—driving measurable, lasting results. < Back Please Join Us in Extending a Warm Welcome to Our Newest Member, Inspira 29 Apr 2025 Inspira delivers holistic leadership development programs that bridge business priorities with meaningful team transformation. In a world reshaped by innovation and disruption, we help organizations build leaders and teams who are agile, aligned, and future-fit. Our holistic approach integrates strategy, culture, and inner mastery to ignite sustainable change. Designed for today’s complexity, our programs empower people with both transformative mindsets and practical skillsets—driving measurable, lasting results. A very warm welcome to Khun Isra Smitabindu (Managing Director) the representative of Inspira. This exciting addition highlights SweCham’s commitment to fostering leadership, innovation, and sustainable growth within the Thai-Swedish business community. Inspira’s expertise in holistic leadership development will undoubtedly spark new ideas, empower organisations to navigate today’s complex world, and inspire lasting transformation across industries. To learn more, please visit their website: http://www.InspiraNow.com Interested in joining the Thai-Swedish business community and connecting to the SweCham network? Please contact us at [email protected] Previous Next

Antito will be excitedly celebrating its fantastic 3-year anniversary, and what an incredibly memorable year of meeting wonderful new guests and sharing great food and drinks it has been! < Back Antiti's 3rd Anniversay: A Celebration of Culinary Joy, at Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn Bangkok! 13 Nov 2024 Antito will be excitedly celebrating its fantastic 3-year anniversary, and what an incredibly memorable year of meeting wonderful new guests and sharing great food and drinks it has been! Since opening its doors in December 2021, the zesty and vibrant resto-bar has been happily delighting guests with its creative and flavourful Italian cuisine and getting rave reviews, so we would like to sincerely thank everyone by giving away a very special gift as we say a fond farewell to 2024 and a warm welcome to 2025. Guests who spend a minimum of THB 3,000 net per bill per table (after discounts) will receive one complimentary bottle of premium beverage from 1-30 December 2024 (one bill per table). Come and joyfully celebrate our 3rd anniversary with us, and rest assured it will be an unforgettable experience for all! Antito is open daily from 12.00 - 23.30 hrs., featuring a lively soundtrack from our in-house resident DJ every Friday – Saturday from 17.30 – 20.30 hrs. Visit their website at www.eastingrandsathorn.com Follow them on www.facebook.com/AntitoBangkok or IG: antitobangkok Previous Next

SweCham Team would like to express our sincere thanks to SKF Thailand for their warm hospitality on the visit last Friday. < Back SweCham Visited SKF Thailand Team 22 Apr 2024 SweCham Team would like to express our sincere thanks to SKF Thailand for their warm hospitality on the visit last Friday. SweCham Executive Director Dr Pojanath Bhatanacharoen very much appreciated the opportunity to visit SKF Thailand to meet with the management and learn more about SKF’s agenda towards sustainability, including their AI technologies, and discuss how SKF and SweCham could collaborate. Big thanks to Khun Tawiwat Reongpunyaroj, Managing Director, CLMVT Sub-Region, Khun Chaiya Cheybumrung, General Manager, Industrial Distribution, Sub Regional – Thailand, Myanmar and Laoa, and the SKF Management Team for their warm welcome and the fruitful exchange and discussions. SweCham very much look forward to further collaboration with the SKF Team. SKF was founded in 1907. They are represented in around 130 countries, with more than 40,000 employees and 17,000 distributor locations worldwide. SKF is a global leader providing bearings, seals, lubrication systems, and related equipment for improved reliability and performance. They offer engineering, maintenance, condition monitoring, and remanufacturing services for full life cycle management. Their industry-specific solutions cater to diverse sectors, ensuring optimised performance and reduced downtime for businesses worldwide. Learn more about SKF Thailand here: https://www.skf.com/th Previous Next

Yesterday, Monday 18 November 2024, the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham), in collaboration with the Embassy of Sweden and Business Sweden, proudly supported our members in a panel discussion at the final installment of 𝐏𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.  < Back SweCham Members and Team Sweden Lead the Way in Energy Innovation 18 Nov 2024 Yesterday, Monday 18 November 2024, the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham), in collaboration with the Embassy of Sweden and Business Sweden, proudly supported our members in a panel discussion at the final installment of 𝐏𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. As a leading nation and an active participant in the global sustainable transition, we were honoured to hear the insightful presentations and engaging discussions from our esteemed members: Ericsson, Camfil, Hitachi Energy, and Midsummer. Their expertise in connectivity, clean air solutions, efficient energy systems, and solar innovations contributed significantly to the discourse on a sustainable future. "𝐏𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒" is a Swedish government initiative dedicated to strengthening Thailand's sustainable future by focusing on critical areas of development. This event serves as a platform for diverse stakeholders to converge, exchange knowledge, and collaborate towards a greener, more sustainable future. Our collective aim is to promote a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to power generation, distribution, and consumption. Previous Next

During the visit, we discussed our collaborative efforts to address sustainability issues. < Back SweCham Team visited Hitachi Energy Thailand to discuss collaborations on Sustainability issues 18 Jul 2024 On 16 July, our Executive Director Dr. Pojanath Bhatanacharoen and Administrative Officer Khun Anantaya Kwanmuang had the pleasure of visiting our member, Hitachi Energy Thailand, at their new office in Park Silom Tower. The SweCham Team was warmly welcomed by Dr. Worawut Waruttamapornsu , Country Managing Director, Khun Kirasa Piraromthana , Country Communications Manager, and Khun Siriwan Eiampikul, Executive Assistant to the Country Managing Director. During the visit, we discussed our collaborative efforts to address sustainability issues. Topics of discussion included the participation in the Sweden Pavilion at the upcoming SX Sustainability Expo 2024 in the autumn. Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader committed to advancing a sustainable energy future for all. They serve customers in the utility, industry, and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. By partnering with customers and stakeholders, Hitachi Energy pioneers technologies and drives the digital transformation needed to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We would like to express our sincere thanks for the warm hospitality and look forward to closely collaborating towards sustainable development! Previous Next

[Member Promo] Here are the health tips from BNH Hospital for ensuring your safety during the three days of fun-filled water-revelries Songkran. < Back Super Safe Songkran with BNH Hospital 8 Apr 2024 Thai New Year’s festival, Songkran, is coming with the expected number of international tourists at 510,000 people. Here are the health tips for ensuring your safety during the three days of fun-filled water-revelries Songkran. ✅ Avoid heatstroke by wearing loose-fitting, lightweight clothing and drinking a lot of water (stay hydrated) ✅ Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from harmful ultraviolet as well as apply sunscreen with high SPF to protect your skin before going outdoors ✅ Keep your food hygiene behaviours to avoid all kinds of Gastrointestinal Diseases, such as diarrhoea, stomach upset, etc. ✅ Slipping or fainting isn’t a friend, and so do the incidents. Be careful while having fun in the water fight ✅ ‘Drink Don’t Drive’ as well as always fastening your seat belt while in a car or wearing a high-quality helmet while operating or riding a motorcycle ✅ Be ready for emergencies and self-safety by getting noticed at the nearest hospital or first-aid station before having fun 🏥 The BNH hospital’s Emergency Room is open 24/7 with fully equipped ambulances and emergency doctor call-out service. ☎️ BNH Direct Emergency Number: 02 632 1000 🌐 Visit BNH hospital’s website at www.bnhhospital.com Previous Next

[Member Promotion] Nurture Your Health, Reap the Rewards < Back ‘Reward Yourself 2024’ by Samitivej Hospital 8 Jan 2024 Nurture Your Health, Reap the Rewards Explore Samitivej Hospital’s health check-up programmes with discounts of up to 80% Available through 29 February 2024 For more information, please visit https://www.samitivejhospitals.com/package/detail/Reward-Yourself-SVH Contact Samitivej Hospital Chat with them via LINE: @ Samitivejinter Call at 02-022-2222 Samitivej Virtual Hospital: https://smtvj.com/3hl47Wt Website: https://www.samitivejhospitals.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Samitivej Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Samitivej LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samitivejhospital/ Previous Next

Please join us in welcoming our newest cooperate member in IT-security services, Security Office! < Back [New Member] Warmly Welcome SweCham Newest Corporate Member, Security Office! 3 Dec 2024 Security Office stands as 𝐚 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐈𝐓-𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬, renowned for our expertise in identifying vulnerabilities in applications and infrastructure. The team specializes in penetration testing and vulnerability research, meticulously uncovering potential threats to ensure comprehensive protection. With a track record of a high number of published CVEs, participation in bug bounties and talks at IT-security conferences, Security Office demonstrates the commitment to advancing industry standards and securing digital assets with unparalleled precision and reliability. This partnership between Security Office and SweCham signifies a shared vision of a secure digital future, benefiting both organizations and the broader business community. Keen on knowing more about our newest member? Please click: https://securityoffice.io/ Interested in joining the Thai-Swedish business community and connecting to the SweCham network? Please contact us at [email protected] Previous Next

FYSIK started back in 2015 in Bangkok, Thailand, as a passion project between husband-and-wife duo, Henrik- a personal trainer with a love for design and craftsmanship, teamed up with Amm- who brought years of experience from the steel industry. < Back We were thrilled to welcome the newest start-up member in bespoke gym equipment to our community, Fysik! 9 May 2025 FYSIK started back in 2015 in Bangkok, Thailand, as a passion project between husband-and-wife duo, Henrik- a personal trainer with a love for design and craftsmanship, teamed up with Amm- who brought years of experience from the steel industry. The idea first came about while they were setting up their own personal training studio. They didn’t want the usual bulky, intimidating machines. Instead, they imagined gym pieces that felt more like sculptural furniture—something you’d be proud to have in your home. What began as a small idea quickly grew. Today, FYSIK is known around the world for its handcrafted equipment that blends clean Scandinavian design with the warmth and skill of Thai craftsmanship. You’ll find FYSIK pieces in luxury homes, five-star hotels, boutique gyms—and even on Hollywood film sets. A very warm welcome to the representative of Fysik, Khun Henrik Olofsson (Co-Founder) and Khun Amm Tarasansombut (Co-Founder). Their unique combination of Scandinavian design sensibility and Thai craftsmanship perfectly reflects the Thai-Swedish identity that our chamber embodies. We are incredibly excited to have them in our community and eagerly anticipate the exciting collaborations that will undoubtedly emerge between Fysik and the broader SweCham network, fostering innovation and strengthening the ties within. To learn more, please visit their communicative channels: website: www.fysik.com LINE official: @fysik Instagram: @fysikofficial Facebook: @fysikofficial Previous Next

Saturdays at Mexicano Restaurante Autentico, Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok, are made for indulgence! < Back [Member Promotion] Splash into Flavor: Saturday Pool Brunch & Taco Night at Mexicano Restaurante Autentico 2 Mar 2025 Saturdays at Mexicano Restaurante Autentico, Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok, are made for indulgence! Enjoy a lavish Saturday brunch by the pool, then spice up your night with Taco Night at Mexicano Restaurante Autentico. SATURDAY POOL BRUNCH Get ready for a fun-filled “Saturday Pool Brunch” from noon to 15:30 hrs! Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with a live DJ spinning the hottest beats while you dive into our exciting Mexicano Brunch Menu. From guacamole, taco & quesadilla live stations, to churrasco, seafood, desserts, and much more, there’s something for everyone. Special Offer: Come 4 pay 3! More details: Saturday Pool Brunch TACO NIGHT Spice up your Saturday nights with “Taco Night” from 17:00 to 22:00 hrs. Build your dream tacos and let the fiesta begin! For just THB 599++, enjoy a create-your-own taco experience with a complimentary drink (local beer or margarita) while grooving to a live band for the ultimate Saturday night vibes. Load up your taco or tostada with mouth-watering options like Wagyu pulled beef, spicy shrimp pinchos, and mixed seafood, then top it off with your favorite sauces. Great food, great drinks, and great music—Saturday nights have never been this fun! Plus, don’t miss our guacamole live station, available as an à la carte menu item, where fresh guacamole is made right before your eyes! More details: Saturday Taco Night For more information, Date: Every Saturday Venue: https://mexicanobkk.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mexicanobkk Tel: 062-598-0302 Email: [email protected] Previous Next

The SweCham team was pleased to participate in the JFCCT Reunion 2024, held on 29 May 2024 at the Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn Bangkok. < Back SweCham Team Attended JFCCT Reunion 2024 30 May 2024 The SweCham team was pleased to participate in the JFCCT Reunion 2024, held on 29 May 2024 at the Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn Bangkok. The JFCCT Reunion served as a platform to recognise the contributions of its members and celebrate the organisation's achievements. As the umbrella body for over 35 Thai-foreign chambers and business associations, JFCCT represents a powerful network of more than 9,000 companies in Thailand. Every year, this event offers us a valuable opportunity to connect with representatives from other foreign chambers of commerce in Thailand, the Board of Trade, the Thai Chamber of Commerce, and embassies. Additionally, our team enjoyed a networking session and introductions of the newly elected presidents from JFCCT's chamber members. A big congratulations to Mrs. Vibeke Lyssand Leirvag for being re-elected as the JFCCT Chairwoman 2024-2026! Moreover, the evening brought together JFCCT's current and former team members, board members, Board of Trade representatives, ambassadors, and JFCCT partners, providing us with a chance to mingle, reconnect, and discuss future collaborations between foreign chambers in Thailand and various key partners. SweCham would like to express our sincere appreciation to the JFCCT for inviting us to join this special evening. The SweCham team looks forward to continued and close collaboration with JFCCT in the future! Previous Next