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< 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 SUT in the Latest Webometrics Ranking of World Universities 28 Feb 2023 On 1 February 2023, the rector of Suranaree University of Technology (SUT), Associate Professor Dr. Anan Tongraar, announced the release of the round 1, January 2023 of the Webometrics Ranking of World Universities, which is a comprehensive ranking system that evaluates universities around the world based on two primary factors: the volume of web content and the visibility and impact of these web publications, as determined by the number of external inlinks they receive. The round 1, January 2023 edition used three primary indicators for ranking universities, which include visibility, transparency or openness, and excellence or scholar, accounting for 50%, 10%, and 40%, respectively. The results of this assessment have placed Suranaree University of Technology (SUT) in an impressive position as the 2nd ranked institution in the Northeast region, 4th in the Thai University of Technology category, 12th in Thailand, and 1,347th in the world. This is a remarkable achievement that demonstrates SUT’s commitment to excellence and its pursuit of academic and research excellence on a global scale. Source: http://www.sut.ac.th/2012/news/detail/1/news20230207 (TH version) Previous Next

< 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 Mother's Day Promotion at Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn Bangkok [Member Promotion] 7 Aug 2024 Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn Bangkok is delighted to celebrate a magnificent Mother’s Day Weekend from 10 to 12 August 2024 with a super ‘Mum Dines Free’ promotion. This incredible deal gives every table of 4 adults (including a mum) the right to let their mum dine free, meaning you’ll only pay for 3 people. It’s a fantastic offer for a fantastic person – your beloved mum. You and your amazing mum can enjoy the Grand Weekend Buffet in Sathorn, all beautifully prepared by The Glass House expert culinary team. The buffet features a wonderful selection of authentic Thai and international cuisine, plus a huge fresh seafood selection exclusively for Mother’s Day. The Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn Bangkok will also be presenting an amenity set to all the mums to make their special day just that little bit more memorable. The Weekend Mother’s Day Grand Buffet is available on: ❤️ Saturday, 10 August (18.00-22.00) ❤️ Sunday, 11 August (12.00-15.00) ❤️ Monday, 12 August (12.00-15.00) *Price: 1,463 THB net per person (reduced from the full price of THB 1,950) Meanwhile, at Antito, mum will receive a mouthwatering Limoncello Baba dessert (one portion per table) on Monday, 12 August 2024 only, giving her a sweet memory on her special day. For reservations, please call 02-210-8100 or e-mail fbadmin@eastingrandsathorn.com To learn more about The Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn Bangkok, visit https://www.eastinhotelsresidences.com/eastingrandsathornbangkok Previous Next

< Back Chamber Dinner with Minister Per Westerberg 19 Sept 2024 As SweCham prepares for our 35th Anniversary Gala Dinner, we look back at key moments that have shaped our Chamber’s history. This week’s Throwback Thursday takes us to November 1993, when we hosted a Chamber Dinner with Sweden’s Minister of Commerce & Industry, Minister Per Westerberg. Held at the Sukhothai Hotel, the event brought together 60 members and guests. Minister Westerberg delivered an engaging presentation on "The Swedish Economy in a Changing World" and later answered questions from the audience, sparking lively discussions, which included contributions from representatives of our members 𝗔𝗕𝗕 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗼 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗸𝘀, and 𝗦𝗞𝗙. This dinner exemplified SweCham’s role in fostering knowledge-sharing and strengthening business ties between Sweden and Thailand. As we prepare for our 35th Anniversary Gala Dinner on 9th November, we celebrate this legacy of collaboration and valuable contributions of our dedicated members. Join us in marking this significant milestone and continuing our shared journey! Previous Next

< Back Celebrate Oktoberfest at Antito, Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn! 12 Sept 2024 The exciting Oktoberfest Promotion at Antito, Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn Bangkok will be running from Saturday, 21 September until Saturday, 2 November 2024. Chef Amerigo and his team will be presenting a range of authentic gourmet food for this occasion including Wagyu beef burger with Swiss cheese and sauerkraut (THB 450), Pretzel hot dog with assorted condiments (THB 320), Grilled mixed sausages with potato wedges (THB 350), Cheesy pretzel (THB 220) and many more mouthwatering bites. Plus, you can select your favourite types of sausage, condiments and sauces for an extra special treat. Additionally, the hotel has 2-hour free-flow beer at THB 590 to match perfectly with the tasty German fare. There’s also a live DJ on Friday and Saturday from 17.30-20.30 hrs. to ensure this Oktoberfest is a proper party celebration. Prost! For reservations please call 02-210-8100 or e-mail fbadmin@eastingrandsathorn.com Previous Next

< Back SweCham Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2023, 31 March 2023 We would like to warmly thank all members and friends who attended our Annual General Meeting (AGM) last week at the Landmark Bangkok Hotel ! On 30 March, SweCham had the honour of organising our Annual General Meeting (AGM) followed by networking drinks and a delicious dinner. At the AGM, we presented SweCham’s activities over the past year, including a recap of projects and a financial update, followed by the election of board governors. A big congratulation to Mr. Peter Björk who was re-elected for his 4th term as President by the SweCham Board! The evening continued with the special post-meeting dinner. We were honoured to be joined by Mr. Chanin Khaochan, Deputy Secretary General of Thailand Board of Investment, who shared with us updates on the current investment climate in Thailand and the new investment policy that encourages Thailand’s economy to be competitive, innovative and inclusive. Mr. Chanin expressed appreciation of the Thai-Swedish relationship and Swedish investors, welcoming the Swedish expertise in areas such as circular economy, green energy and waste management. We would like to extend our warm thanks to Mr. Chanin Khaochan for the interesting presentation that generated many questions from the floor and a very dynamic discussion. Guests enjoyed a delicious 4 course dinner accompanied by exquisite wine, and we would like to thank our Event Partner the Landmark Bangkok Hotel and our wine sponsor Spica Thailand for enabling such a great dining experience. SweCham would like to thank everyone who came and took part in our AGM and dinner. We also wish to thank the Ambassador, H.E. Mr. Jon Åström Gröndahl for his gracious presence and continuous support of the Thai-Swedish business community. Click Below for the Full Photo Book! Would you like to join the SweCham? Find out more about our membership and email contact@swecham.com for more information! Previous Next

< Back SweCham Attended the PACC 2023: Public Relations Project on the Public Service Center for Investors and Foreigners 22 Aug 2023 On 22 August, SweCham team members attended an anti-corruption event hosted by the Office of Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission, also known as PACC. The focus was on the public service centre for investors and foreigners. Secretary General of PACC Bhumivisan Kasemsook introduced several issues and goals. Raising Thailand’s CPI Score, he emphasised the need to elevate Thailand’s Corruption Perception Index (CPI) score and that the PACC is committed to having a reliable Complaint Centre to improve foreign investors’ confidence by providing a dependable avenue for lodging complaints. The Secretary-General shed light on a harrowing case involving a businessman who was extorted for multi-million Baht bribes to resolve his tax issues. Following a sting operation, the corrupt official was arrested and found to have amassed assets from illicit activities. The panel discussion comprised leaders from the Thailand Chamber of Commerce, the Strategic Transformation Office, and the Bangkok Metropolitan Authority. They discussed: Three Key Points: Inconvenience, lack of transparency and uncertainty. Legal Reforms: The need for urgent law reform was highlighted, along with focusing on ease of doing business. Public and Private Sector Involvement: Both sectors were encouraged to collaborate in the fight against corruption. The panel discussion highlighted a few different Transparency Initiatives: Bangkok Metropolitan Authority (BMA): The BMA uses this website, traffy.in.th , to facilitate complaints ranging from corruption to noise. ISO 37001: Implementation of an anti-bribery management system. The Final Takeaways of the seminar are, Individual Responsibility: ‘Silence lets corruption grow; see something, say something!’. Continuity: Anti-corruption efforts must continue irrespective of who is in the government. Whistleblower Protection: Safeguarding whistleblowers and encouraging reporting are crucial steps. If you have been affected by corruption, please get in touch with PACC on Hotline: 1206#9 and Email investor.center@pacc.go.th Previous Next

< Back Special Women's Health Check-up Packages at BNH Hospital [Member Promotion] 7 Aug 2024 BNH Hospital is now offering a ‘Double Healthy’ promotion for this year's Mother’s Day. Terms and Conditions 🔹 The special price is for online purchase only. 🔹 Packages include Doctor Fee and Medical Service Fee. 🔹 Kindly show Order ID OR purchase evidence to receive the service. 🔹 Package receipt can be issued one day after the service is received. 🔹 Please send your request at Line @Mbrace 🔹 Services are available from now until 30 September 2024. Packages are available to purchase at https://mbrace.bnhhospital.com/product/mothers-day-double-healthy-pk/?utm_source=line&utm_medium=bnh_line&utm_campaign=motherday2024 For more information, visit https://line.me/R/ti/p/@939xasin or contact minh.ba@bnh.co.th Previous Next

< Back Exciting Collaboration for a Sustainable MICE Industry! 7 Mar 2024 Last Tuesday, SweCham, Sasin School of Management , Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) , and Netherlands-Thai Chamber of Commerce (NTCC) came together to foster a sustainable future through collaborative efforts. In addition, we held a productive meeting to discuss potential collaborations for a sustainability event this year. The meeting provided a valuable opportunity for us to share our ongoing sustainability projects and explore potential avenues for collaboration. Notably, TCEB has been dedicated to promoting sustainable practices within the MICE industry. They plan to host events showcasing initiatives undertaken by private organisations, aiming to raise awareness and encourage the adoption of sustainable event practices among their staff and representatives from other public organisations in Thailand. Moreover, Sasin School of Management, renowned for their impactful graduates and dedication to sustainable business practices, emerged as a perfect partner for this project. Their expertise and commitment to sustainability align perfectly with TCEB's goal to advance their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) agenda within the MICE industry. Special thanks to Khun Lars Svensson (Chief Executive of Sasin Sustainability & Entrepreneurship Centre) for hosting this meeting and providing a tour of the impressive Sasin’s facilities! Please stay tuned for further updates on this exciting collaboration! Previous Next

< Back Learning about Swedish Innovations at Alfa Laval Thailand 31 May 2024 On 30 May 2024, SweCham Executive Director Dr Pojanath Bhatanacharoen visited Alfa Laval to continue expanding the network for the SweCham community. A big thanks to Khun Prasit Sriadsadawutthakul, Vice President (Food and Water) SEA of Alfa Laval, Khun Theerawoot Norkhom, Regional Service Sales Manager, Food & water, SEA, and Khun Pacharamon Buranasompob, Regional Sales Director, Energy Division, SEA, for their warm hospitality. The meeting provided a valuable opportunity for SweCham to gain insights into Alfa Laval's commitment to sustainability and their well-established Thailand operations. Established in Southeast Asia in 1969, Alfa Laval, a leading global provider of first-rate products in heat transfer, separation, and fluid handling, boasts a strong regional presence with sales and service offices across Southeast Asia. Their deep understanding of the local market allows them to effectively support businesses in achieving their goals. Alfa Laval's vast experience, reliable products, and innovative solutions effectively support the energy, environment, food, and marine industries. Lastly, we also discussed SweCham's ongoing projects, current activities, and areas for potential collaboration. As our organisations share a commitment to creating a more sustainable society, we eagerly anticipate exploring new opportunities and collaborations with Alfa Laval Thailand in the future! To learn more about Alfa Laval Thailand, please visit www.alfalaval.co.th Previous Next

< Back VentPro's Innovative Solutions to Combat PM2.5 Pollution 19 Jan 2024 In Thailand, where PM2.5 air pollution is a significant health hazard, the use of an Energy Recovery Ventilation (ERV) system with balanced airflow and cross ventilation can be a vital solution. PM2.5 particles, which are small enough to penetrate deep into the lungs, pose risks for respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, especially in urban areas with high traffic emissions and industrial activities. ERV systems address this issue by facilitating a balanced exchange of indoor and outdoor air while conserving energy used in cooling. The key advantage of an ERV system with balanced airflow lies in its ability to maintain equal amounts of fresh air intake and stale air exhaust, ensuring optimal ventilation. This balance is crucial for efficiently reducing indoor levels of PM2.5, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and carbon dioxide (CO2). The cross-ventilation feature further enhances air circulation, effectively distributing clean air throughout the space and improving indoor air quality. High-efficiency filters in these systems play a critical role in trapping harmful particles and pollutants, making the indoor environment safer and healthier. In densely populated areas of Thailand, where natural ventilation may not suffice to reduce indoor pollutant levels, installing an ERV system becomes essential. It is a proactive measure not only for health protection but also for enhancing the comfort and well-being of occupants in homes and offices. Previous Next