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We were delighted to welcome Candela at the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce office for a dynamic and forward-thinking meeting. < Back A Truly Inspiring Meeting with Candela! 27 Nov 2024 We were delighted to welcome Candela at the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce office for a dynamic and forward-thinking meeting. With Candela leading the way in sustainable marine technology, the discussions were genuinely inspiring and motivating. A special thank you to the Candela team for their visit and for sharing their innovative vision with us. We’re excited about the possibilities this collaboration could bring in 2025—stay tuned for updates that will make waves! Previous Next

The recent CEO & C-Level Women Leaders’ Breakfast was a truly inspiring gathering, uniting some of Thailand's most accomplished women leaders across various industries. < Back SweCham Executive Director, Khun Anna, proudly joined CEO & C-Level Women Leaders’ Breakfast- Inspiring Change and Fostering Connections 21 Nov 2024 The recent CEO & C-Level Women Leaders’ Breakfast was a truly inspiring gathering, uniting some of Thailand's most accomplished women leaders across various industries. Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce, together with the Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce (FTCC), Netherlands-Thai Chamber of Commerce (NTCC), Swiss-Thai Chamber of Commerce (STCC), and La French Tech Bangkok, empowered this exclusive event celebrated women’s leadership and explored impactful ways to support the professional advancement of women in Thailand. The morning commenced with a keynote address by Laetitia LIM , CEO of Quividi and a board member of La French Tech Bangkok. Her insights into driving innovation and empowering women in leadership resonated with the audience and set the tone for an engaging session. A highlight of the event was the fireside chat titled "Breaking Barriers: The Challenges Women Face in the Tech Industry" . Moderated by the inspiring Ms. Nichapat (Nicha) Ark , Director for Openspace Ventures, the discussion delved into the unique challenges and opportunities for women in the rapidly evolving tech world. Both the keynote and fireside chat offered valuable perspectives and actionable advice, sparking thoughtful conversations among attendees. Complementing the dynamic discussions was a delightful continental breakfast buffet and coffee, providing the perfect setting for participants to network, exchange ideas, and build meaningful connections. As a proud supporter of this event, SweCham is honoured to join forces with like-minded organisations in promoting gender equality, innovation, and collaboration. This impressive gathering was not only a celebration of women leaders but also a step towards fostering a stronger community of empowered businesswomen in Thailand. Together, we aim to continue inspiring change and supporting women in leadership and looking forward to building on this success and contributing to more such impactful events in the future! Previous Next

< Back SweCham Business Connect, 5 September 2024 SweCham Business Connect was a highly engaging event that brought together professionals from various industries. Let us recap the key highlights and share insights from this successful gathering! On the evening of Thursday, 5 September, SweCham was delighted to host its first networking event following the summer break. The event began with a welcoming remark from our president, Khun Peter Björk, who thanked our members and partners for their ongoing support. This was then followed by an introduction from our hotel partner, Eastin Grand hotel Sathorn , represented by General Manager Khun Chutima Kaewta Fortescue. Following the introductory remarks, SweCham had the pleasure of welcoming Secretary General Khun Narit Therdsteerasukdi from the Board of Investment (BOI) as our special speaker of the evening. With over two decades of experience in investment promotion and economic policy, Khun Narit delivered an insightful presentation on Thailand's investment environment. The presentation provided a thorough overview of key factors that will influence investment trends over the next five years and outlined how the BOI can support foreign investors in this context. Furthermore, SweCham’s Executive Director, Khun Dr. Pojanath Bhatanacharoen, had arranged for audience questions in advance, creating an opportunity for an open Q&A session with Khun Narit and other BOI representatives. It was the perfect opportunity to delve deeper into the topics discussed, allowing attendees to gain further insights in Thailand’s economic landscape. We extend our sincere thanks to the Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn ’s catering team for their fantastic food and excellent service, which added a dynamic touch to the networking and socialising event. We would also like to thank the supporting chambers and organisations for their support of the event. Your collaboration is deeply appreciated and highly valued. Finally, a big thank you to everyone who attended SweCham Business Connect! Your presence and engagement made the event truly special. We were honoured to have you with us, and we hope to see you at the upcoming Swiss-Thai Chamber of Commerce x SweCham Young Professional Networking on 19 September 2024. See below for the complete photo book from the event! If you have any photos from the event, feel free to tag us @Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce. Click here for the Full Photo Book! Previous Next

< Back SweCham Company Visit in Rayong Hitachi Energy x Tetra Pak, 29 February 2024 On 29 February, the SweCham team, members and members from supporting chambers had the opportunity to visit Hitachi Energy at their Rayong Business Centre. Dr. Worawut Waruttamapornsu , Country Managing Director for Thailand, introduced Hitachi Energy and their key business areas, Grid Automation, Grid Integration, High Voltage Products, and Transformers. Dr. Worawut also provided insights into the future of global electrification and sustainable energy, followed by a tour of the local facilities. We were presented with one of their High Voltage Switchgears, capable of handling up to 100,000 volts. After an insightful visit at Hitachi Energy, we were briefed by Mr. Patinya Silsupadol , Head of Sustainability at Tetra Pak Thailand. He introduced the participants to Tetra Pak 's commitment to protecting what's good, food, people, and planet. Mr. Patinya highlighted Tetra Pak key business areas Processing, Packaging and Service. With solutions and equipment for dairy, cheese, ice cream and more, as well as complete range of carton packaging for consumer products. Upon arriving at Tetra Pak's factory in Rayong, we were warmly welcomed and given a safety briefing by Mr. Jean-Marie Viard , Factory Director. They also presented their efforts towards making the factory more sustainable and energy efficient by using solar cells and other solutions for increasing energy efficiency, such as using more insulation to reduce the electricity needs for heating and cooling. Then the group was divided into two for a tour of the factory, visiting the Straw and Closure production facilities, guided by Khun Sudthisa Chooyok, OHS, and Khun Sureeporn Chongsiriluck , Factory Controller. The factory tour showcased Tetra Pak’s production, emphasising their high degree of quality control to ensure the utmost level of food safety. We would also wish to highlight the wonderful lunch that we had from the Swedish restaurant and store, Olearys.S.B.D , in Rayong, featuring genuine Swedish food which was delicious! We would like to express our sincere thanks to the teams at Hitachi Energy and Tetra Pak for their kind hospitality in hosting the company visits, and to the Sustainability Working Group for helping to arrange the visits. Also big thanks to the participants from the Thai-Finnish Chamber of Commerce (TFCC) , the British Chamber of Commerce Thailand and our very own SweCham for their active participation in this one-day excursion to Rayong! To discover more about Hitachi Energy, please visit: https://www.hitachienergy.com/about-us/country-and-regional-information/thailand . To discover more about Tetra Pak Thailand, please visit: https://www.tetrapak.com/en-th . Previous Next

SweCham Executive Director, Khun Anna Olsson-Moore, had the pleasure of attending The Art of Belgian and Swiss Chocolate & Multi-Chambers Networking at SO/Bangkok. < Back A Sweet Evening at The Art of Belgian and Swiss Chocolate & Multi-Chambers Networking! 14 May 2025 SweCham Executive Director, Khun Anna Olsson-Moore, had the pleasure of attending The Art of Belgian and Swiss Chocolate & Multi-Chambers Networking at SO/Bangkok on Wednesday, 14 May 2025. It was a truly amazing evening! We were privileged to hear inspiring remarks from H.E. Mr. Pedro Zwahlen, Ambassador of Switzerland to Thailand, Cambodia, and Lao PDR, and Mr. Koenraad du Pont, First Secretary of the Embassy of Belgium. The highlight of the night was indulging in the rich traditions of Belgian and Swiss chocolate, courtesy of Duc de Praslin and Gallothai. We extend our sincere gratitude to Mr. Jean-Louis Graindorge for sharing the captivating history of chocolate and creating such a delightful tasting experience. As a co-branding chamber, SweCham was proud to support this remarkable achievement. Congratulations to the Swiss-Thai Chamber of Commerce and BeLuThai for such an outstanding collaboration! Previous Next

SweCham would like to welcome DOSE Athletic as our new SweCham Member. < Back Warm Welcome to our new Member, DOSE Athletic! 4 Apr 2023 Last week, we had a chance to visit our new Start-Up Member DOSE Athletic and met with Khun Stefan Szot, the founder and CEO. As someone who enjoys exercise and physical activities, Khun Stefan truly understands what works best for his customers. At DOSE Athletic, sports apparel is designed to maximise customers’ performance using the latest technology. In addition, it was really great to learn more about the numerous features that come with DOSE products, especially polygiene. With polygiene technology, DOSE products are more hygienic and smell-less, meaning they need less washing and are longer-lasting, driving a sustainability revolution. DOSE Athletic believes that good designs for sports apparel should be experienced from their sweat-wicking material and anti-bacterial treatment. Their philosophy is to produce products of high quality that will last rather than be replaced. Moreover, they created their design principles to integrate performance, versatility, and durability to cater to a new generation of high-performing individuals. During our conversation, Khun Stefan shared upcoming projects of DOSE Athletic, such as women’s collections and future projects involved in animal charity and welfare. This opportunity also provided us to see how SweCham and DOSE Athletic can collaborate in the future. SweCham looks forward to having lots of great collaborations with you! Are you interested in the sports apparel from DOSE Athletic? Visit their website to explore more: doseathletic.com Previous Next

On behalf of the SweCham team, we extend our deepest gratitude to Khun Anantaya Kwanmuang, our outgoing Administrative Officer, for her invaluable contributions during her two and a half years with SweCham.  < Back [SweCham Updates] Farewell to our outgoing Administrative Officer, Khun Anantaya Kwangmuang 21 Feb 2025 On behalf of the SweCham team, we extend our deepest gratitude to Khun Anantaya Kwanmuang, our outgoing Administrative Officer, for her invaluable contributions during her two and a half years with SweCham. Khun Anantaya, or Khun Pond as we affectionately know her, has enriched both our team and the chamber with her dedication and talent. Her expertise in administrative work has been instrumental in smoothing Chamber operations and has significantly supported everyone's duties, enabling us to work more efficiently. Her efforts have laid a solid foundation for the Chamber over the past two and a half years, and words cannot fully express our gratitude for her unwavering commitment. We cherish the memories of her contributions to every event, and we have no doubt that she will thrive in her future endeavors, given the exceptional skills we have all witnessed firsthand. Khun Anantaya's valuable experience has served as a role model for the team. We have all learned from her insightful perspective, and this knowledge has become ingrained in us, the SweCham team. We believe that during this time our paths have aligned, her legacy, combined with our fresh and enthusiastic approach, has propelled our community toward our shared goals. Finally, we want to express our sincere appreciation for all her dedication. We wholeheartedly support her in this next chapter and wish her every success in her future endeavors. Until our paths cross again. #SweCham #SweChamTeam #Internship #Growth #ThaiSweden Previous Next

< Back SweCham Business Connect With Camfil Thailand, 25 May 2023 SweCham Business Connect with Camfil Thailand was a great success! On 25 May, the SweCham Business Connect with Camfil Thailand was successfully organised by SweCham in collaboration with Camfil Thailand at Rembrandt Bangkok Hotel & Suites. The event provided attendees with valuable insights into indoor air quality and Camfil’s Chief Airgonomics Officer initiative, along with fostering meaningful networking opportunities. At the event, Khun Kongkiat Teekamongkol, Managing Director of Camfil Thailand, delivered a captivating presentation on the importance of indoor air quality. Every year, air pollution is one of the issues faced by people in Thailand. We spend up to 90% of our life indoors, and indoor air pollution can substantially influence our health. Moreover, air pollution is also a risk factor for asthma, cancer, cardiovascular disease, amongst other respiratory diseases. This led to why we need a Chief Airgonomics Officer (CAO), the Voice of Clean Air in our workplace, who oversees indoor air quality to protect our health, environment, and well-being. By having the CAO, we can ensure that our employees feel safe when they come to work, which improves their productivity. In addition, this initiative also benefits our planet as it helps minimise air pollution. Attendees were not only engaged in the informative presentation, but they also received a chance to win giveaway Air Image Sensors from Camfil Thailand. Additionally, while enjoying delicious food, desserts, and drinks, everyone had a chance to connect with like-minded people and explore various Camfil products showcased at the event. We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to Camfil Thailand for sponsoring the event and providing valuable knowledge, as well as encouraging everyone to tackle air pollution problems and be part of the movement to improve indoor air quality. Furthermore, big thanks to all attendees for participating in this event! Click here for the Full Photo Book! To explore more about Camfil Thailand, please visit their website at www.camfil.com/th-th/ To discover more about the CAO initiative, please visit www.chiefairgonomicsofficer.com/en/ As SweCham continuously organises events to create opportunities for our members and friends to connect and stay up to date with new global trends, please stay tuned for more upcoming events. We look forward to seeing you at our next events! Previous Next

the Vice President of Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce, Khun Tomas Julin  and Khun Cecilia Håkansso, General Counsel, Head of Legal Affairs at Ikano Retail, had the delightful chance to attend the launch of IKEA's new Midsummer menu at the IKEA Swedish restaurant. < Back Counting Down to Midsummer: SweCham Gets a Sneak Peek with IKEA! 29 May 2025 ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. Previous Next

Bangkok, Thailand—Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok is not only Langsuan’s luxury destination hotel but home to Stock.Room, where the best of Thai and Western comfort foods is savoured, every meal is a social celebration and secrets for creating dreamy dishes are revealed. < Back Stock.Room Offers an All-New Feast of Thai and Western Comfort Foods Daily in a Lively Setting Designed for Delicious Socialising! 3 Feb 2025 Bangkok, Thailand— Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok is not only Langsuan’s luxury destination hotel but home to Stock.Room , where the best of Thai and Western comfort foods is savoured, every meal is a social celebration and secrets for creating dreamy dishes are revealed. Senses are exhilarated from the first step inside, akin to the buzz, bustle and tantalizing aromas of a vibrant Thai street food market. Chefs at live cooking stations prepare a diverse array of dishes, from local favourites that rival the best of Bangkok’s celebrated street eateries to a variety of internationally inspired delights. Guests can savour authentic Thai delicacies like the moreish Tom Yum Goong with young coconut , fragrant stir-fried Kraprao and creamy chicken Massamun curry , while also exploring vegetarian options such as Shiitake mushroom spring rolls and hearty Dal Makhani . Each dish is freshly made, allowing diners to engage with chefs, learn more about the flavours they love and immerse themselves in a culinary adventure. Western comfort food cravings are equally catered to, with options like juicy Aussie Wagyu Hanger Steak Sandwiches , golden Fish & Chips , and indulgent Pulled Pork Sammies . For those seeking lighter options, the menu features a selection of vegetarian-friendly dishes such as creamy Pesto Pasta or Middle Eastern-inspired Mezze . With an extensive line-up of Thai, Western and vegetarian dishes, there’s something for everyone. Whether it’s a casual gathering or an intimate celebration in the private dining room, the experience promises satisfaction for all tastes and preferences. The Stock.Room experience takes place daily, starting with its morning fuel-ups, which leave nothing to be desired. Diners can go for a seemingly endless buffet of international breakfast classics, Thai delights, fresh-baked breads and pastries, salads, charcuterie, desserts and juices. For extra indulgence at dinner, feasters can opt for the “Sea+Land” extravaganza, which features unlimited servings of fresh seafood, premium meats and à la minute specialities from live, interactive stations and six open kitchens. Sea+Land showcases both Thailand’s abundance of fresh seafood and premium imported cuts, coupled with Thai cuisine’s explosive aromas and flavours, available daily from 5:30 p.m. until 10:30 p.m., for just THB 1,250 per person including soft drinks. Stock.Room is open daily for breakfast from 6:30 to 10:30 a.m. and all-day dining from 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Previous Next

< Back the Prime Minister’s Address Luncheon 2025, 14 February 2025 On Friday, 14 February, Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham) was honored to co-host the Prime Minister’s Address Luncheon 2025, in collaboration with Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand and other foreign chambers of commerce, at Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok. Our SweCham delegation of 40 members, including Swedish Ambassador H.E. Mrs. Anna Hammargren, Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce President Mr. Peter Bjork, Executive Director Ms. Anna Olsson-Moore, UNICEF Corporate Alliances Officer Mr. Amornchai Challcharoenwattana, board members, and representatives from premium and corporate member organizations, including EQHO Communications, Candela, Condato, Ericsson, Hitachi Energy, Saab, SPICA, and Toyota Material Handling Warehouse Solutions Thailand, attended this exclusive event to interact with Thailand's foremost leaders in both the public and private sectors. The event, under the theme of "Sustainable Thailand: Advancing with Reforms,” underscored pivotal policies shaping Thailand's economic trajectory. In her keynote address, H.E. Ms. Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Prime Minister of Thailand, articulated the government's vision for propelling Thailand's economy forward through sustainable economic development. She stressed the necessity of collaboration between the government and the private sector to attain long-term growth, ensuring that Thailand's economic advancement is sustainable, inclusive, and beneficial for all citizens. A luncheon was held, convening ambassadors, embassy representatives, leaders from all chambers of commerce under the Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand (JFCCT), and key government ministers. The luncheon provided a valuable platform for fostering collaboration and advancing Thailand's sustainable economic development goals! Explore the photo book here! The online booklet is available here! Previous Next

Ericsson’s business relations with Thailand can be traced back to 1908, when the first Ericsson switch was installed in Bangkok. < Back Ericsson’s 90-Year Anniversary Celebration in 1997 – Revisiting Milestones in Innovation 26 Sept 2024 ‘ Ericsson to celebrate 90 year anniversary ’ by Christer Nilsson from STEP Magazine Vol. 7/No. 1, March 1998 “This was just the beginning. The next 90 years will be even more exciting for Thailand," said Dr. Lars Ramqvist CEO of Ericsson when he met Thai press in Bangkok. Ninety years after the first Ericsson switch, with a capacity of 2,400 lines, was installed in Bangkok, Ericsson's present CEO, Dr. Lars Ramqvist visited Thailand to celebrate the event. Dr. Ramqvist told the audience that the currency unrest in Asia will have less effect on the telecom industry than on industry in general. "That was also the case when Sweden faced a similar crisis in the early 1990's. Investment in telecommunications infrastructure went on even as banks and finance companies had to restructure. I believe this will be the case in Asia as well." In his presentation Dr. Ramqvist also touched upon the next generation of mobile phones, which will be supported by a standard called WCDMA. "WCDMA was approved by the world's leading telecom suppliers at a meeting in Paris last week. This technology will give you mobile phones with full motion video in a addition to perfect sound. Trial networks are rolled out this year in Europe and Asia," said Dr. Ramqvist. Telecommunications operators in this region are not unhurt by the raging currency storm. Many operators have huge loans in US dollars to pay off. At the same time phone users have become more economical and cut down on talk time and other network usage. "We have a long-term commitment to our clients. We will talk to those who have problems and we will help them to the best of our ability to get over this hard period," said Dr. Ramqvist who met with all Ericsson's major clients in Thailand during the visit. He also saw PM Chuan Leekpai at Government House. There has been talk of cash-strapped Thai cellular operator TAC letting their supplier, Motorola from the US, help out by direct investments in TAC. Would Ericsson consider such investments in a Thai operator, if asked? "No. We are a supplier. Operators are customers and we will never compete with our customers. This is a firm Ericsson policy," emphasized Mr. Jan Kemvall, President of Ericsson Thailand Ltd. "However we do of course have co- operation projects with Thai companies." Despite the Asian unrest the Ericsson group posted its strongest result ever for 1997 with a 70 percent profit before tax increase to SEK 17,218 Million. Sales amounted to SEK 179,770 Million, up 30 percent. The Thai company managed to increase sales up 53.5 percent to THB 10,068 Million. At the same time income before taxes sunk by 3 percent to THB 200 Million, mostly due to unfavourable currency fluctuations and the slowdown of the Thai economy. "We expect flat growth in Asia this year. But that at a very high level," commented Mr. Bengt Forssberg, Chairman of Ericsson Thailand and Senior Vice President, Ericsson. During his visit in Thailand, Dr. Ramqvist also presented some donations. Ericsson announced a THB 9 Million donation for Thai postgraduates to further their Master or Ph.D degrees. At another event, a 1,200 line MDI 10 private branch exchange was donated to the Dhammkaya Temple. Previous Next