Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Taiwan has made its first appearance at Sweden Water Expo in Stockholm, bringing six Taiwanese water technology companies together in a pavilion aimed at expanding into the Swedish and Nordic …
Taiwan brings water technology companies to Sweden Water Expo Read More
Taiwanese industrial technology company Advantech has opened a new Nordic office in Stockholm, strengthening its presence in the Nordic market as demand for edge computing and artificial intelligence technologies grows. …
Taiwanese tech company Advantech opens Nordic office in Sweden Read More
On 11 September, the Royal Thai Embassy in Copenhagen hosted the “Thailand-Denmark Innovation Ecosystem Partnership Forum” through the Thailand and Nordic Countries Innovation Unit (TNIU) at the Thai ambassadors residence. …
Thailand and Denmark seek closer ties through innovation and technology partnership Read More
A Thai delegation is visiting Sweden and Denmark this week to explore closer cooperation with Nordic innovation ecosystems as part of the Thai–Nordic Innovation Co-Creation Platform 2026. The initiative is …
Thailand and Nordics strengthen innovation cooperation Read More
Finland and Vietnam are moving forward with plans for a new phase of cooperation on meteorological monitoring and forecasting, involving Finnish technology company Vaisala. The proposed project would provide Vietnam …
Finland and Vietnam accelerate plans for new weather monitoring project Read More
Thailand will use Nordic Tech Week in Stockholm to promote the country as a gateway to the ASEAN innovation market. The event, “Beyond the Beach: Thailand as a Bridge to …
Thailand to showcase ASEAN opportunities at Nordic Tech Week in Stockholm Read More
The Singapore-Norway Innovation Conference (SNIC) 2026 will bring together more than 200 leaders, innovators and decision-makers in Singapore to discuss the future of maritime and energy industries. The conference will …
Singapore-Norway Innovation Conference to focus on future of ocean industries Read More
A Norwegian-linked developer has withdrawn a proposal to build a 50MW artificial intelligence data centre in Oton, Iloilo, in the Philippines, following a contentious public consultation. The proposed project, known …
Norwegian developer withdraws proposed AI data centre project in Philippines Read More
Norway’s participation in Vietfish 2026 will involve much more than exports of salmon and other seafood. Eleven Norwegian companies and industry organisations will exhibit at the Norway Pavilion, presenting solutions …
Norway to showcase aquaculture technology at Vietfish 2026 Read More
Vietnamese mobility company Green SM has launched a fully electric taxi service in Copenhagen, making Denmark the company’s first European market and marking the first export of Vietnam’s integrated electric …
Vietnamese taxi model launched in Copenhagen Read More
Cambodian Minister of Water Resources and Meteorology Thor Chetha led a delegation on an official visit to Finland from 27 to 29 July, during which they visited the Finnish weather …
Cambodia looks to Finnish technology to strengthen weather forecasting Read More
Bangladesh has launched a new eco-tourism vessel powered by Swedish thin-film solar technology in a project that also marks the expansion of Swedish solar company Midsummer into the Bangladeshi market …
Swedish solar technology powers Bangladesh’s newest eco-tourism vessel Read More
Since April 2026, Singapore has started implementing its brand new ‘Return Right’ scheme, in a bid to improve domestic recycling, expecting to recover no less than 16,000+ tonnes of material …
Scandinavian know-how and solutions support Singapore’s new consumer recycling initiative Read More
Danish-born David Tuan Anh Nguyen is NordCham Vietnam’s new Executive Director (ED). Introducing him also allows getting an update on this chamber of commerce’s focus and activities. Vietnam is today …
Strengthening the ‘Nordic Voice’ the highest priority for NordCham Vietnam and its new Executive Director Read More
A delegation of Nordic companies will this week take part in a coordinated industrial mission to Thailand organised by the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) office in Stockholm in connection …
Thailand’s BOI office in Stockholm expands Nordic industrial outreach Read More
A Danish, Dutch and Thai partnership is expanding wind turbine repair operations across Asia, following a new agreement to roll out mobile repair technology in up to 12 countries. The …
Danish, Dutch and Thai companies expand wind turbine repair operations across Asia Read More
Young Filipino-Swede Mr Axel Fries has taken over as NordCham Philippines’ new Executive Director, keen on leading the chamber to new heights, while not going ahead of himself. And while …
From tech start-ups to NordCham Philippines: Axel Fries is its new Executive Director Read More
A Dutch design studio has launched a programme offering owners of a classic Volvo model the possibility to have the car comprehensively redesigned and modernised, while retaining its original character. …
Concept idea: Old cars redesigned and modernised Read More
Norwegian and Swedish recycling technology companies will play a central role in Singapore’s new nationwide Beverage Container Return Scheme, which launches on 1 April and is expected to handle more …
Nordic recycling technology powers Singapore’s bottle return system Read More
In today’s fast-paced software development landscape, speed and quality are equally critical. Development teams face constant pressure to release updates quickly, yet rushing releases without thorough testing can lead to …
Reducing Regression Testing Time Without Sacrificing Quality Read More
Practical scam rules for all staff: Never believe it’s me (or any manager) if I ask for passwords, codes, or urgent payments. I do not ask for passwords, MFA codes, …
Security reminder: urgent requests are the biggest scam Read More
Singapore-based battery developer Flint has started pilot production of its paper-based battery technology, moving from laboratory development to manufactured cells suitable for customer testing and pilot installations. The company said …
Singapore company starts production of batteries – made of paper Read More
He started the career as an employee of Denmark’s largest company Maersk (A.P. Møller – Mærsk) and was sent to China; followed by working for the Danish energy efficiency expert …
A new lease of life: the third corporate adventure in Asia begins for Allan Jensen Read More
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 …
Grundfos marks 30 years of business in China Read More
The story about hotelier, come tech startup entrepreneur, Alexander Parry (Alex), and Let’s Hyde resort, takes us on a journey that spans several continents; including making it the land of …
Swedish hotelier Alexander Parry thrives in Thailand – as resort owner and tech entrepreneur Read More
Novo Holdings has completed an investment in Blue Planet, an integrated waste management platform operating across India, Southeast Asia and New Zealand, according to a statement issued by the company …
Denmark’s Novo Holdings invests in Singapore-based Blue Planet to scale circular waste solutions in Asia Read More
Norwegian ocean impact fund manager Katapult Ocean has invested in Atlantic Fish Co., an American North Carolina start-up developing cell-cultivated seafood. The term refers to seafood produced by growing muscle …
Norway’s Katapult Ocean boosts US cultivated-seafood start-up in Singapore Read More
Sweden and Singapore have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen collaboration in the rapidly advancing field of quantum technology. The agreement, signed in Singapore by the National Quantum …
Sweden and Singapore strengthen partnership in quantum technology Read More
Bangkok Expressway and Metro Public Company Limited (BEM) has chosen Finnish technology leader Nokia to deploy a next-generation communications network for the city’s upcoming MRT Orange Line — a major …
Finnish technology powers Bangkok’s new Orange Line railway network Read More
Danish renewable-energy developer Ørsted has announced plans to reduce its global workforce from around 8,000 to about 6,000 employees by the end of 2027, citing a need to align staffing …
Ørsted to cut 2,000 jobs globally – impact in Asia uncertain Read More
Finland’s expertise in waste-to-energy and Malaysia’s growing capacity for carbon storage could form the basis for deeper collaboration between the two countries in carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology, reports …
Finland and Malaysia explore carbon capture cooperation Read More
Swedish telecom company Ericsson has inaugurated a new office in Hanoi, strengthening its 32-year presence in Vietnam and reaffirming its role in the country’s digital transformation. “The opening of our …
Ericsson opens new office in Hanoi to support Vietnam’s digital journey Read More
Finnish technology company Nokia has signed an agreement with Malaysian internet service provider Extreme Broadband (EBB) and its subsidiary Open DC to upgrade Open DC’s artificial intelligence (AI) data centers …
Nokia partners with Extreme Broadband on Malaysia data centers Read More
The Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham) has welcomed Swedish MiL Institute as a new member. MiL Institute specialises in leadership and organisational development based on Scandinavian values. Its methodology, Action …
MiL Institute joins SweCham Read More
Swedish clean energy-tech company Aira has raised €150 million (USD 175 million) in equity financing to accelerate the electrification of residential heating in Europe, with Singapore’s Temasek among the participating …
Singapore’s Temasek joins funding for Swedish clean energy-tech firm Aira Read More
Denmark’s Ambassador to Malaysia, Kirstine Vangkilde Berner, has invited the Premier of Sarawak, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, to visit Denmark to further strengthen bilateral ties and …
Denmark explores green energy cooperation with Sarawak Read More
The Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham), in collaboration with the Swedish Institute and the Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand’s Digital Economy/ICT group, will host the “Innovation Unleashed Forum …
Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce to host innovation forum in Bangkok Read More
On Tuesday 29 July, the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce hosted Khun Mathias Bjorkvall, Developer at Netler AB. Netler is a Swedish IT consultancy that helps companies modernise their systems, build …
Netler explores collaboration with SweCham Thailand Read More
Pasi Haatainen, a long-term Singapore resident and also Finnish Business Council Singapore (FBC) Chairman since 2021, has since 2007 been based in the city-state as a senior business consultant. Because …
Business transformation consultant/FBC Chairman Pasi Haatainen outlines the latest Singapore opportunities – and obstacles Read More
Team Sweden will once again host a national pavilion at ReThink HK, Hong Kong’s leading sustainability conference and expo, taking place on 11–12 September 2025 at the Hong Kong Convention …
Sweden to showcase sustainability innovations at ReThink HK 2025 Read More
A Team Sweden delegation led by Ambassador Anna Ferry and Trade Commissioner Johan Lennefalk visited Tetra Pak Philippines this week to explore the company’s role in advancing food security and …
Swedish delegation visits Tetra Pak Philippines to discuss sustainable packaging Read More
Norwegian edtech company Kahoot! has launched a new regional hub in Singapore to strengthen its presence and operations across the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. The announcement was made on Monday …
Kahoot! opens APAC hub in Singapore Read More
The Norwegian Business Association Singapore (NBAS) has been named an official community partner for SuperAI Singapore 2025, the region’s largest artificial intelligence conference, taking place 18–19 June at Marina Bay …
Norwegian Business Association Singapore joins Asia’s largest AI event Read More
The Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce (TNCC), in cooperation with the Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand (JFCCT), will host an upcoming networking event titled “Automate or Be Automated – …
Thai-Norwegian Chamber co-hosts AI networking event for entrepreneurs Read More
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 …
Emil Akander, Business Sweden, Asia-Pacific: Sweden’s biggest economic growth potential at the crossroads of emerging economies and the world’s major economies Read More
Volvo Cars announced on 21 May 2025 an expanded partnership with Google to accelerate the rollout of Android Automotive OS innovations, including the integration of Google’s new conversational AI, Gemini. …
Volvo Cars expands partnership with Google AI integration Read More
During his recent high-level visit to China, Danish Minister for Foreign Affairs Lars Løkke Rasmussen visited Danfoss’ factory in Tianjin to mark 75 years of diplomatic relations between Denmark and …
Danish foreign minister visits Danfoss factory in Tianjin during China trip Read More
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 …
Normet announces bond redemption as operations continue across Southeast Asia Read More
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. …
Denmark supports Philippines in revitalizing shipbuilding industry Read More
Thailand is intensifying its promotion of digital economy opportunities to Nordic investors with a new webinar organised by the Thailand Board of Investment’s (BOI) Nordic office. The online event, titled …
Thailand showcases digital economy opportunities in Nordic-focused webinar Read More