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Danish A.P. Moller Capital and VinaCapital eye expansion at two Vietnamese airports

October 22, 2026 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Danish infrastructure investment firm A.P. Moller Capital and Vietnam’s VinaCapital have signed an agreement to explore new investments in transport infrastructure and air cargo logistics, including possible expansion to two …

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Sweden backs infrastructure ambitions in Philippines’ Luzon corridor

September 14, 2026 - by Mille Tanya Andersen - Leave a Comment

Sweden is stepping up its engagement with the Philippines’ infrastructure ambitions, as Swedish institutions and business leaders joined the Luzon Economic Corridor Investment Forum and Expo. The Swedish delegation, known …

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Swedish AFRY appointed technical adviser for Vietnam LNG project

September 10, 2026September 10, 2026 - by Mille Tanya Andersen - Leave a Comment

Swedish engineering and design company AFRY has been selected as International Technical Advisor for the 1.5 GW Thai Binh LNG-to-Power project in Hung Yen, Vietnam. AFRY will provide technical advisory …

Construction, infrastructure / Moving to Asia / Services / Thailand

Phuket condos cost more than villas, new index shows

July 30, 2026August 2, 2026 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Contrary to popular belief, condominiums in Phuket are now more expensive than villas, according to a 2026 property market index highlighted by Expat Guide Thailand. The findings challenge the common …

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Modernising the heritage and deepening the trade relationship key goals for Swedish Ambassador Johan Ndisi

February 15, 2026February 23, 2026 - by Joakim Persson - Leave a Comment

There has undoubtedly never before been a more vibrant time for Swedish-Vietnamese trade relations than now. Swedish investments into Vietnam, paired with various bilateral collaborations, are at an all-time-high, and …

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Grundfos marks 30 years of business in China

December 13, 2025December 13, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Danish pump manufacturer Grundfos has marked 30 years of business in China, with Danish Ambassador to China Michael Starbæk Christensen attending the anniversary celebrations. The three-decade milestone reflects Grundfos’ long-term …

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Swedish Embassy in the Philippines to host Transportation Forum on sustainable mobility

September 4, 2025 - by Alexander Vittrup - Leave a Comment

The Swedish Embassy in the Philippines has announced that in collaboration with the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP), it will host the inaugural Transportation Forum: Connecting the …

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Finnish KONE opens first training academy in the Philippines

August 4, 2025August 4, 2025 - by Maria Xaver Dover - Leave a Comment

Finnish elevator and escalator company KONE has opened its first training facility in the Philippines. The new KONE Academy is located in Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila, and will serve as …

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DSV opens Singapore facility to boost logistics with Johor

July 11, 2025December 26, 2025 - by Alan Khorana - 1 Comment

Danish logistics giant DSV has launched a new facility in Singapore aimed at strengthening cross-border logistics with Malaysia. The Redlion2 facility will support the flow of goods across the Causeway …

Construction, infrastructure / Denmark / Energy / Taiwan

Ørsted secures $3 billion funding for Taiwanese offshore wind projects

July 11, 2025January 18, 2026 - by Avi Jagota - Leave a Comment

Danish renewable energy giant Ørsted has secured approximately $3 billion (TWD 90 billion) in funding for its Greater Changhua 2a and 2b offshore wind farms in Taiwan. According to Ørsted, …

Emil Akander, Vice President and Head of Region for the Asia-Pacific - Business Sweden

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Emil Akander, Business Sweden, Asia-Pacific: Sweden’s biggest economic growth potential at the crossroads of emerging economies and the world’s major economies

May 28, 2025May 28, 2025 - by Joakim Persson - Leave a Comment

In the region he has already called home for the past decade, Emil Akander was in early 2025 appointed by Business Sweden (BuS) as Vice President and Head of Region …

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Normet announces bond redemption as operations continue across Southeast Asia

May 18, 2025January 18, 2026 - by Avi Jagota - Leave a Comment

Finnish underground technology specialist Normet Group has announced that it will redeem a 30-million-euro hybrid bond originally issued on 19 May 2023. The redemption will take place on 19 June …

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Denmark supports Philippines in revitalizing shipbuilding industry

May 15, 2025May 15, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Denmark reaffirmed its support for the Philippines’ ambition to become a global leader in shipbuilding during a virtual seminar co-hosted with the Philippine government on revitalizing the country’s maritime industry. …

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Denmark to co-host virtual seminar on revitalizing Philippine shipbuilding industry

April 26, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Embassy of Denmark in the Philippines, in collaboration with the Philippine Department of Transportation and the Anti-Red Tape Authority, is set to co-host a virtual seminar titled “Revitalizing Philippine …

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Inauguration of Hateco Hai Phong International Container Terminal

April 6, 2025April 6, 2025 - by Nguyen Thi Thu Huyen - Leave a Comment

The Hateco Hai Phong International Container Terminal (HHIT) was officially inaugurated on April 5 after more than 30 months of rapid construction. More than just a breakthrough infrastructure project in …

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Danish companies in Malaysia unite to accelerate green transition

April 5, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

A new strategic initiative spearheaded by the Danish Embassy in Malaysia has brought together major Danish companies to advance the green agenda in the country. The initiative, called the Green …

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Jotun Honored with Norwegian Export Award 2025

March 27, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

Jotun, a global leader in paints and coatings, has been awarded the prestigious Norwegian Export Award 2025. This accolade recognizes Norwegian companies that have successfully created value in Norway through …

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Norwegian delegation joins global buildingSMART summit in Singapore

March 27, 2025March 27, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

A Norwegian delegation took part in the buildingSMART International Summit held in Singapore from 18 to 21 March 2025, marking the first time the event was hosted in Southeast Asia. …

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Danish-owned Kubikle rolls out innovation to deliver space-efficient, customisable living spaces

February 9, 2025February 23, 2025 - by Joakim Persson - 1 Comment

Its ‘Micro housing’ is making inroads in Oceanian countries Despite all the hardships, many new businesses and ideas could be brought to fruition as a result of Covid-19. Kubikle, a …

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PD House introduces Danish “Bubble Deck” technology for homes in Thailand

January 21, 2025 - by Karoline Rosenkrantz Paasch - Leave a Comment

PD House actively seeks to revolutionize home building in Thailand by introducing the innovative Danish “Bubble Deck” technology. This initiative not only marks the company’s first use of Bubble Deck …

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Indonesia’s new capital Nusantara attracts foreign investors

March 29, 2024March 29, 2024 - by Charlotte Nike Albrechtsen - Leave a Comment

With the official declaration of Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto becoming Indonesia’s next president, the interest of foreign investments has increased in the new proposed capital, Nusantara. Delegations from among other …

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Vietnam ready to back Danish shipping company APM Terminals

March 19, 2024 - by Charlotte Nike Albrechtsen - Leave a Comment

Vietnam is ready to back the Danish shipping company APM Terminals in green ports pilot project. This was announced by Vietnams deputy prime minister Tran Hong Ha, while he hosted …

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True Global Ventures’ insights on megatrends, and the significance of AI

December 19, 2023December 19, 2023 - by Joakim Persson - Leave a Comment

In the past, Dusan Stojanovic, Director and Founder of True Global Ventures (TGV), has guided the ScandAsia readers within the world of financial technology (fintech). The Singapore-based Swede now returns, …

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Denmark and Philippines address lack of RE workers

December 7, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Denmark and Philippines have made a job skills program with the aim of addressing the lack of workers to fulfill the renewable energy (RE) transition. The Danish Embassy in Manila …

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Denmark accepts hosting invitation from China

December 6, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Denmark has accepted an invitation from China to co-host a shipping fair in Shanghai. Minister of Industry, Business and Financial Affairs, Morten Bødskov, said so in a press release on …

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Steel cutting ceremony in Thailand for Norwegian platform

November 3, 2023November 3, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Norwegian oil company Aker BP and construction firm Aibel held the first steel cutting ceremony for the Munin platform in Thailand. A platform which is being built for the Yggdrasil …

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Finnish concrete supplier Peikko opens factory in Malaysia

October 20, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Finnish concrete and composite structures supplier Peikko opened a new factory in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, on 18 October 2023. In a press release, Peikko stated it was honored to have …

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Volvo CE Indonesia gets first look at upcoming electric machines

October 18, 2023October 20, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Around 100 guests attended when Volvo Construction Equipment showcased their electric machines in Magelang, Indonesia in late September. PT Indotruck Utama (ITU) held the event which was themed ‘Sustainability for …

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Chinese contractor to install 12 km cable in Copenhagen

September 26, 2023September 26, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Energinet, Denmark’s transmission system operator, has signed a contract with China’s Zhongtian Technology Submarine Cable (ZTTSC) for the delivery of cables. ZTTSC is set to deliver approximately 12 kilometers of …

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Construction of new DSV warehouse in Singapore has begun

September 21, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

The construction of a new Singapore warehouse for the Danish logistics operator DSV has been launched. The facility is owned and developed by Sydney-based Logos but designed to fit the requirements …

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Norwegian Wealth Fund invests in Malaysia

September 18, 2023September 18, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - 1 Comment

Norges Bank Investment Management, which manages the huge Norwegian Wealth Fund, has bought a 5 percent share in the local Malaysian company, Cahya Mata Sarawak Berhad. Cahya Mata is a …

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A.P. Møller plans $750 million infrastructure deals in Southeast Asia

February 22, 2023February 22, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

A.P. Møller Capital, the asset management unit of Danish transportation and logistics giant A.P. Møller Group, said on Monday, February 20, that it aims to invest more than $750 million …

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Join SWEDCHAM Singapore on Forsman & Bodenfors company visit

November 9, 2022 - by Jeannette Hinrup - Leave a Comment

SWEDCHAM Singapore offers a unique company visit at the Swedish ad agency Forsman & Bodenfors on 17 November. Get a sneak peek at how award-winning advertisement campaigns are born and …

Construction, infrastructure / Finland / Vietnam

Vietnam to start building with Finnish approved low-carbon cement

July 5, 2022July 5, 2022 - by Jaqueline Deeon - Leave a Comment

In their efforts to promote green solutions in the building industry in Vietnam, the Finnish Embassy in Hanoi and Business Finland joined hands to support the signing of the agreement …

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Danish 3D printing company COBOD and its Asia Pacific footprint

June 16, 2022 - by Jaqueline Deeon - 1 Comment

Danish COBOD 3D printers have a strong Asia Pacific footprint with an office in Kuala Lumpur, a news report said recently. COBOD is headquartered in Denmark and count world leading …

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Finnish Peikko to become majority shareholder of Chinese structural design company Shucko

April 19, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Finnish construction specialist Peikko Group Corporation has signed an agreement with Chinese structural design company Shanghai Shucko Construction Technology Co., Ltd. to become a majority stakeholder of the company …

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Equinor’s Johan Castberg FPSO arrives in Norway from Singapore

April 12, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

The Johan Castberg FPSO vessel Bømlafjorden arrived on 8 April in Norway. The vessel was built in Singapore by Sembcorp Marine and the arrival in Norway happened approximately two years …

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Stockholm best traffic city world-wide

January 23, 2022January 23, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

Stockholm takes gold place in the Oliver Wyman Forum’s ranking of the world’s big cities based on mobility. The forum highlights in particular Stockholm’s public transport and infrastructure. “Stockholm has …

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LEGO to accelerate the construction of Binh Duong factory

January 19, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

On 17 January, Vice President of LEGO Group Preben Elnef said that the Danish toy manufacturer will speed up their $1 billion factory project in Binh Duong as committed. Preben …

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Singaporean yards agrees to defer $1.4 billion receivables from Borr Drilling for 2 years

December 30, 2021 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Norwegian company Borr Drilling Limited recently announced that it has reached agreements in principle with the company’s largest creditors, the Singaporean yards, to refinance and defer a combined $1.4 billion debt …

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The Big Things’ sustainable Hong Kong playground is made of Finnish wood

September 6, 2021September 6, 2021 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

The Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong’s intern Wallace Loo recently visited their corporate member, The Big Things’ sustainable Hong Kong playground made of Finnish wood. In a recent …

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Tyra topsides arrive from Singapore for TotalEnergies North Sea project

September 1, 2021September 6, 2021 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

After traveling almost 16,000 kilometers from Singapore through the Suez Canal and arriving on 29 August, the first three new production platforms for Denmark’s most important gas field are to …

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IKEA is expanding with housing adjacent to its shopping centers in China

August 17, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - Leave a Comment

The Swedish furniture giant IKEA has started selling 500 apartments in Changsha in southern China, as the company invests in a combination of shopping centers and housing, Expressen writes. IKEA’s shopping malls …

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Sembcorp Marine completes two offshore wind farm substations for Ørsted Wind Power

August 17, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - 1 Comment

Sembcorp Marine has successfully completed the fabrication of the Offshore Substation (OSS) and Reactive Compensation Station (RCS) (collectively, “Substations”) for Ørsted Wind Power subsidiary Optimus Wind Limited, according to this …

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Finnish PES-Architects wins design competition for Shanghai Submarine Museum

August 11, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - Leave a Comment

PES-Architects has won the invited international architecture competition for the Shanghai Submarine Museum on the Huangpu riverfront in Shanghai, China, according to this company announcement. PES-Architects was founded in Finland and …

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Singapore’s Sembmarine to deliver offshore projects to TotalEnergies EP Denmark

July 27, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - 1 Comment

Singapore-based Sembcorp Marine (Sembmarine), the global marine and engineering group shipped on 25 July two wellhead topsides, one riser topside, and two bridges to TotalEnergies EP Denmark. The shipment departed …

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Vietnam’s paint industry is growing well

June 1, 2021June 1, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Construction of Norwegian paint maker JOTUN’s new $100 million water-based and powder coatings factory is expected to be completed this summer in Hiep Phuoc Industrial Park of Ho Chi Minh …

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SSAB shared how fake products can impact your business

May 24, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - 1 Comment

Swedish steel production company SSAB, the world’s leading producer of high strength steel, will put renewed focus on the impact of counterfeit steel following counterfeit sales of its extreme hardness …

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Danish architecture studio designs one of the world’s most interesting buildings in China

May 9, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - 1 Comment

China’s Infinity-Loop Skyscraper, the”O-Tower”, is one of the world’s most interesting buildings, media Interesting Engineering writes in a recently published article. The “O-Tower” is designed by the Danish architecture studio …

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Malaysia is now open to business travelers

May 2, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - 2 Comments.

Earlier on 3 March 2021, the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) announced a new process in which business travelers approved to enter Malaysia for a period of 14 days or …