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< Back Volvo EX30 was highlighted in the company’s exhibit at Motor Expo 2023 14 Dec 2023 Volvo EX30 in focus At Motor Expo 2023, Volvo highlighted the newly launched fully electric Volvo EX30, a small SUV. All Volvo cars on sale in Thailand were shown in its large exhibit. After Motor Expo 2023 closed on 11 December, the organiser published a list which showed the number of all reserved car brands during the trade fair. Visit www.motorexpo.co.th/bestselling/ for details. Brands from Japan and China shared the top ten list. Volvo registered 485 reservations. There is no breakdown available yet on individual models. Text: Mr. Christer Nilsson Photo credits: Mr. Christer Nilsson Previous Next

< Back SweCham Members Dinner, 23 November 2023 On 23 November, SweCham had the honour of hosting our annual Members' Dinner at the Oriental Residence Bangkok Hotel . We would like to thank everyone who participated in this splendid evening, which featured excellent speeches and networking opportunities. The evening commenced with an address by SweCham's president, Mr. Peter Björk, who spoke about the history of the chamber, the pivotal role of the SweCham community in supporting and promoting the members’ interests, the chamber's prospects and Mr. Björk’s goals as president, especially highlighting the aim to significantly increase the number of new members! We were very pleased to officially warmly welcome H.E. Mrs. Anna Hammargren, the Swedish Ambassador who delivered a keynote speech, marking her inaugural address to the SweCham community. The ambassador emphasised the enduring commercial and political ties between Sweden and Thailand, established in 1868 and spanning over 150 years. She discussed current policy issues, highlighted the work towards the EU-Thailand free trade agreement set for 2025, and reaffirmed the embassy's mandate to represent, promote, and safeguard Swedish interests. The concluding speech of the evening was by Mr. Kongkiat Teekamongkol from Camfil , who highlighted the importance and cost of clean air, with a particular focus on the current situation in Bangkok and Thailand. He emphasised the significance of air filtration systems in combating the health risks associated with PM2.5 and provided concrete examples of how Camfil's systems have improved indoor air quality. We wish to extend our warm thanks to all who attended our Members' Dinner. Additionally, the SweCham team wishes to express our gratitude to the Ambassador for her esteemed presence and support of the Thai-Swedish business community. We are immensely grateful for the generous support from our table sponsor EQHO . Our gratitude also extends to Camfil Thailand, our Beer Sponsor, who contributed to this delightful evening. Big warm thanks to our Event Partner, the Oriental Residence Bangkok for their excellent hospitality and the delectable food! Click here 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 Tetra Pak Delivers Prototype House Under Green Shelter Project to Disaster Victims 24 Apr 2023 Tetra Pak (Thailand) Ltd. recently delivered the prototype house using recycled material to disaster victims in Suphan Buri as part of their Green Shelter Project . In addition, the Green Shelter Project was initiated by Tetra Pak (Thailand) Ltd. in collaboration with key partners, such as Friends in Need (of ‘PA’) Volunteers Foundation, Relief and Community Health Bureau, the Department of Environmental Quality Promotion, along with various companies in Thailand. The project aims to raise awareness and create a network to collect used beverage cartons for recycling as new raw materials to produce recyclable products like building materials for homes. This project not only helps reduce the impact on the environment but also helps the victims and those who lack opportunities, extending from caring for the environment to cooperation for the benefit of society. Photo credit: Tetra Pak (Thailand) Ltd. Source: https://www.tetrapak.com/en-th/about-tetra-pak/news-and-events/newsarchive/tetra-pak-and-partners-deliver-the-first-model-house-under-green-shelter-project Previous Next

< Back Warm welcome to our new Premium Member, Siam Premier International Law Office Limited 14 Mar 2024 Welcome SweCham Newest Premium Member! 🇸🇪🇹🇭 SweCham would like to warmly welcome our new Premium Member, Siam Premier International Law Office Limited , to the Thai-Swedish business community! Siam Premier is a leading independent Thai law firm advising foreign and local clients on the full spectrum of domestic and cross-border corporate transactions, regulatory matters and disputes in Thailand. Their key practice areas include: ✅ Aviation ✅ Antitrust and trade competition ✅ Banking and finance ✅ Capital markets ✅ Corporate ✅ Commercial ✅ Employment and labour ✅ Foreign direct investment ✅ Insolvency and debt restructuring ✅ Litigation and dispute resolution ✅ Insurance ✅ M&A ✅ Real estate and property ✅ Taxation ✅ Technology ✅ Media and telecommunications (TMT) ✅ Personal data protection ✅ Internet of Things (IoT) ✅ Public-private partnership (PPP) They specialise in all foreign investment and corporate/M&A related areas, and they are committed to providing our clients with a highly innovative and comprehensive legal service combining local knowledge with international expertise. Big warm welcome to the representatives, Mr Bancha Wudhiprecha (Partner) and Mr Nitiroj Matra ( Senior Associate ) To learn more about Siam Premier and for queries, please email: 📧 thaneeya@siampremier.com 📧 orawan@siampremier.com 📧 bancha@siampremier.com 📧 nitiroj@siampremier.com For more information, please visit: https://www.siampremier.com/en/ Interested in joining the Thai-Swedish business community and connecting to the SweCham network? Please contact us at director@swecham.com Previous Next

< Back Warmly welcoming Garn to the SweCham Team! 30 Aug 2024 Nichakarn Ounahachat (Garn) is a fresh graduate from Mahidol University International College with a bachelor's degree in international relations and global affairs. She has a strong passion for international relations and trade. Her interests also extend to exploring ways to promote stronger business ties between Thailand and Sweden. During her three-month internship at SweCham, Garn will take on the role of Media and Communications intern for which she is eager to gain deeper insight into Swedish Culture and leverage this experience to enhance her understanding of international business dynamics. By combining her academic experience, she aims to contribute to the Chamber’s mission and is committed to advancing sustainable business practices and promoting cross-cultural understanding. Garn herself is also looking forward to celebrating Swedish business achievements and the SweCham's 35th Anniversary Gala Dinner, seeing it as a valuable opportunity to learn and engage with key players in the Swedish-Thai business community. Please join us in warmly welcoming Garn to the SweCham Team! Previous Next

< Back SweCham team attended the launch of the World Bank Thailand Economic Monitor 5 Jul 2023 Perspectives of Stakeholders: Thailand’s Strategies for Coping with Current and Future Floods and Droughts Last Wednesday, 28 June 2023, the SweCham team attended the launch of the World Bank Thailand Economic Monitor ‘Building a Sustainable Future: Coping with Floods and Droughts’ at the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University. Professor Dr. Supot Teachavorasinskun, the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at Chulalongkorn University, and Dr. Fabrizio Zarcone, the World Bank Country Manager for Thailand, jointly delivered an opening statement during the inaugural session of the seminar. This was followed by keynote speeches, presentations and panel discussions by several experts in the area. Thailand experiences recurring floods and droughts each year, which are becoming increasingly severe, particularly in Bangkok, due to overpopulation and geographical factors. This seminar focused on the government’s master plan for water management. Representatives from the World Bank highlighted the escalating water stress in Thailand over the past year. The difficulties in dealing with floods and droughts, particularly in Bangkok, remain unchanged since the affected areas are privately owned. Unfortunately, the solutions available only offer temporary relief. However, private companies in the eastern part of Thailand, such as Amata Water and Indorama Ventures, have actively embraced sustainability and made a commitment to take responsibility for their actions. Ultimately, every speaker emphasised the importance of collaboration from all sectors in Thailand. Without cross-sectoral partnerships, the country will not progress, and the issues will persist. It was an honour for our team to be part of this informative and provocative seminar. We are thrilled to share this important message with our members and aspire to create a meaningful impact within our community. To read full report ‘Thailand Economic Monitor. Building a Sustainable Future: Coping with Floods and Droughts’ (English): https://rb.gy/t8pjf To see Executive Summary: https://rb.gy/el98y To watch the seminar via Facebook: https://rb.gy/s4hme (English), https://rb.gy/8svne (Thai) Previous Next

< Back Foreign Chambers of Commerce Continue our Cooperation Through the JFCCT 30 Jun 2023 On 27 June, our executive director, Dr Pojanath Bhatanacharoen, along with the team joined the Executive Directors and Chambers Management Luncheon Meeting organised by the Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand (JFCCT) at Anantara Siam Hotel. The aim of the meeting is to share updates on JFCCT Committees, future events, and initiatives to which foreign chambers of commerce in Thailand and chambers’ members could contribute and support further. At the meeting, JFCCT Chairwoman, Mrs Vibeke Lyssand Leirvåg, JFCCT Vice Chairs, Dr Supareak Charlie Chomchan and Mr Ravi Sehgal, together with Chair of Sustainable Development Committee, Mr Lars Svensson, Chairman of Tourism Committee, Mr Anthony Hoglund, and Executive Secretary, Ms Wanlapa Yamapai, shared their updates. The work scope of the JFCCT Tourism Committee, Sustainable Development Committee, Digital Economy/ICT Committee, SME Committee, and Education & Skills Committee were shared. Members of chambers are invited to actively participate in the committees. Chambers also have the opportunity to commit to knowledge transferring for teachers, work with the Office of SMEs Promotion (OSMEP), take part in sustainability events to showcase the expertise of chambers’ members and support the JFCCT in various prospects. Believing that we can drive business growth for the foreign business community by working together, many SweCham members are supporting the JFCCT in this essential work through active engagement in the working groups. Moreover, the meeting provided the JFCCT and chambers with a chance to coordinate the upcoming events this year, including the Directors’ Night, Embassies and Chambers get-together, and EEC event organised by the JFCCT and Netherlands-Thai Chamber of Commerce. We are delighted to be informed about the events and we look forward to supporting these events. Lastly, SweCham team was delighted to participate in this meeting, and it was great to catch up with colleagues from different chambers. We look forward to continuing our close cooperation with the JFCCT and other chambers. To learn more about the JFCCT Committees, please visit www.jfcct.org/jfcct-committees To explore other news and activities from the SweCham and our members, please visit: www.swecham.com Previous Next

< Back Big thanks to Atlas Copco for the warm welcome to their Chachoengsao site! 15 Feb 2024 This week, SweCham visited Atlas Copco Thailand at their new plant in the Wellgrow Industrial Estate in Chachoengsao. Big thanks to Khun Wendy Buffa Pace (Vice President South East Asia & Oceania) for the warm welcome and the great hospitality extended to our Executive Director Dr Pojanath Bhatanacharoen. The visit gave us insights into Atlas Copco’s products and services. Atlas Copco has four main product business areas, Compressor Technology, Vacuum Technology, Power Technology and Industrial Technology. Atlas Copco is focused on innovative and sustainable product development to enhance productivity, energy efficiency, and safety for its diverse range of customers across multiple industries worldwide. Atlas Copco is committed to delivering high-quality, reliable solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients, reinforcing its position as a trusted partner in the industrial sector. The SweCham team looks forward to developing new opportunities and partnerships with Atlas Copco Thailand in the future! To discover more about Atlas Copco Thailand, please visit https://www.atlascopco.com/en-th Previous Next

< Back SweCham Member Visited Saab! 18 Apr 2023 This month, the SweCham team visited our Member, Saab, at their office. Many thanks to Khun Fredrik Lindblom , Head of Saab Thailand and Governor of SweCham, for his warm welcome! During our visit, we gained more insights into the partnership between Saab and the Thai industry. As Saab has been active in Thailand since the mid-1980s, the company has transferred important advanced technology and know-how to the locals. Moreover, Saab’s world-leading position in civil air traffic management is reflected in Thailand where their solutions are in operation at Thailand’s largest airports. The SweCham team was very grateful for the valuable information we gained during this visit. Furthermore, our visit led us to discuss Thailand’s economy and how we could support Saab. We also shared information about the SweCham activities and projects, such as our advocacy work, events, members’ projects, etc. Additionally, we discussed the opportunities to work together on future projects. The SweCham team looks forward to developing new opportunities and collaborations with Saab in the future! To discover more about Saab, please visit: www.saab.com Previous Next

< Back SweCham attended Ericsson Imagine Live: Realising the value of 5G 14 Sept 2023 On 12 September, SweCham President Peter Björk, Vice-President Tomas Julin, Treasurer Daniel Lindgren and SweCham team attended The Ericsson Imagine Live event! Ericsson is a global and local leader in the telecommunications industry with over 100 years of presence in Thailand. Mr. Igor Maurell, President of Ericsson Thailand’s inspiring welcoming speech showed both Ericsson's innovativeness and their commitment to Thailand's ambition, 'Industry 4.0'. Ericsson's 5G Leadership Ericsson's dual-mode 5G core, the 5GC, has allowed Ericsson the ability to leverage current networks for their 5G network. With a presence in 152 markets and 5G in 65 of them, their commitment to global connectivity through innovation is truly shown. Ericsson operates 50% of the world's 5G traffic outside China. To improve Thailand's 5G infrastructure, Ericsson highlights the need to adopt the 3,5 GHz Bandwidth for 5G. The midbands will deliver the most value to enterprise and consumer needs. Sustainability and Efficiency Dr. Magnus Ewerbring, CTO of Asia-Pacific, highlighted how Ericsson's commitment goes beyond mere technology. He underscored their ambition to achieve net zero by 2040 and reduce emissions by 50% in their supply chain and portfolio by 2030, and 40% less energy consumption on their typical sites by 2025. Higher efficiencies allow for more sustainability, breaking the energy curve. Emerging Technologies Dr. Ewerbring spotlighted various emerging technologies, focusing on the development and the future of 5G. Services that will rely on this development are for example virtual reality (VR) to augmented reality (AR) to extended reality (XR). The 'Holographic Communications' technology, for instance, will transform the future of how meetings are conducted, shifting from traditional online meetings to 3D holograms right before you, creating a truly immersive experience. Additionally, Ericsson displayed their radio systems, which are both more efficient and less energy intensive then before. Warm thanks to Ericsson Thailand for having us at the Imagine Live. Big congratulations to the Ericsson Thailand team for the successful event! Previous Next

< Back Join the Swedish Institute Global Executive Programme 2024! 12 Feb 2024 The Swedish Institute has launched a new global leadership programme, SI Global Executive Programme 2024, a completely funded and tailored programme for forward-thinking business executives and top corporate leaders from 22 countries across the world. One of these countries is Thailand! Offering the opportunity to leverage Swedish expertise in the green transition and knowledge toolkit for integrating sustainability as a core strategic imperative in business. The programme will follow a hybrid model, with online sessions running from May to November 2024, followed by a one-week onsite interactive workshop in Sweden in October 2024. Don't miss out on this excellent opportunity to: 🌱 Gain insights from Sweden’s most successful sustainability cases 🧠 Meet with business leaders and experts at the forefront of sustainability 🌏 Learn how to transform sustainability into a competitive advantage ⭐️ Become part of a strong, long-lasting global professional network Does this sound like you or someone you know would be a perfect candidate for this programme, then don't miss the opportunity to apply today! Apply here 👇 Previous Next

< Back Samitivej: Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month 22 Mar 2023 If you have a family history of colon cancer or are over age 45, take a preliminary risk assessment and receive the following free privileges: Free online video call consultation with a gastroenterologist. Free on-site consultation with a genetic counsellor at Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital on colon cancer genetic occurrence and preventing hereditary colon cancer. Click https://smtvj.com/3xrsVTM to start the assessment. Available today through April 30, 2023. ❗Even if no symptoms or abnormalities are present, this assessment can reveal your risk so we can look toward prevention. When it comes to colon cancer, symptoms usually appear at later stages, so make time to take the assessment now, before you forget.❗ Samitivej Virtual Hospital: https://smtvj.com/3hl47Wt Website: www.samitivejhospitals.com Twitter: https://lnkd.in/eSkR9z6 Facebook: https://lnkd.in/gGGC4hbS Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samitivejhospital/ Line OA: @Samitivejin Previous Next