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Emma Broms, Business Sweden Malaysia: Great optimism, towards green transition

January 7, 2024 - by Joakim Persson - Leave a Comment

’Pioneering the possible’ is what Business Sweden (BS) is doing in Malaysia, under the new leadership (since 2022) of Trade Commissioner Emma Broms. Post covid-19 she is very optimistic about …

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Sustainable Finnish packaging in Southeast Asia

January 5, 2024 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Wipak Group is a Finnish global leader in flexible packaging solutions for food and healthcare – and a company which has extended to the Asian markets. In 2012, Wipak had …

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A Norwegian venture into hotel entrepreneurship in Cambodia

January 5, 2024January 30, 2024 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

In 2003, Norwegian Karl Johan Remoy embarked on a journey. A journey that would take him from being a globetrotting consultant to becoming an entrepreneur in Cambodia’s hotel industry. Initially, …

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IKEA furniture-speakers series launches in Thailand

January 4, 2024 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Swedish IKEA has unveiled a blend of furniture and speakers – the SYMFONISK series – to be launched in Thailand on 5 January 2024. The speakers ultimately look like any …

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Eight new Thai airlines to debut in 2024

January 3, 2024 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

2024 will witness the entry of eight new Thai airlines into the aviation industry. The move is clear sign of an industry, hoping to capitalizing on the anticipated revival in …

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First made-in-China cruise ship with a Finnish control system has been launched

January 3, 2024January 3, 2024 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

China’s first large cruise liner, Adora Magic City, recently embarked on its maiden voyage, symbolizing a significant achievement for the nation’s shipbuilding industry. Despite the celebration, it’s noteworthy that the …

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Chinese automakers surge in 2023 sales with growing focus on Scandinavia

January 2, 2024 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Geely Automobile Holdings and BYD Co reported notable increases in their 2023 vehicle sales. The two China-based companies are now setting ambitious targets for 2024, according to Reuters. Geely’s global …

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H&M in forefront of content revolution with AI virtual influencers

January 2, 2024 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Swedish H&M and other major brands are turning to AI-generated virtual influencers to promote their products on social media. Faced with escalating fees from human influencers, companies like H&M have …

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Finnish Embassy organizes maritime workshop in Vietnam

December 27, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

The Embassy of Finland organized the workshop “Solutions for Transitioning Vietnam’s Ports to Smarter and Greener – Experiences from Finland” in HCMC on 23 December. It did so in collaboration with …

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Mærsk ready to resume operations in Red Sea despite unrest

December 26, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Mærsk warned about the unrest in the Red Sea on 22 December, after having had to pause its shipping operations for a while, due to danger in the water passage. …

patient in bed with nurse, Sunway Medical Center, Penang

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World class medical services in Penang ready to welcome more expats, Asians and westerners

December 24, 2023March 3, 2024 - by Joakim Persson - 1 Comment

Penang island and state (Malaysia) is already a very established travel destination and business centre – for all the good reasons with its very successful manufacturing hub and FDI, as …

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Novo Nordisk Pharma (Thailand) Ltd. wins Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards 2023

December 23, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

Novo Nordisk Pharma (Thailand) Ltd. won Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards 2023. Founded in Denmark, the healthcare company was honored as the Inspirational Brand, Fast Enterprise, and Corporate Excellence . This …

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Finland wants to help Vietnamese provinces with sustainable development

December 22, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

A Team Finland delegation led by Deputy Head of Mission Mr. Touko Piiparinen visited DakLak and Khanh Hoa provinces of Vietnam. According to the Embassy of Finland in Hanoi, the …

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QR Code Generators: Free E-commerce Tools

December 21, 2023January 8, 2024 - by News Desk - Leave a Comment

In the dynamic world of e-commerce, efficiency, and accessibility are key factors that can make or break a business. One tool that has gained significant prominence in recent times is …

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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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Danish Dairy Board launches campaign in PH

December 17, 2023December 17, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Danish Dairy Board (DDB) is an organization representing dairies in Denmark, supported by the EU who has just launched an educational campaign in PH. The 3-year campaign is called Organic …

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IKEA new branch in Thailand receives positive feedback after first week opening

December 14, 2023December 14, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

Swedish furniture retailer IKEA shared that after the first week of opening its new branch in Thailand, IKEA Sukhumvit, it received positive feedback from both Thai and international shoppers, making …

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Danish nuclear firms interested to make deal with Philippines on sea-based modular reactor tech

December 13, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - 1 Comment

Denmark’s Seaborg Technologies and another Danish nuclear firm are interested to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Philippines’ Department of Energy (DOE) on deploying sea-based small modular reactor …

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Denmark helps facilitate ‘Green Skills Academy’ in Philippines

December 13, 2023December 13, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

“Huge congratulations to the successful cooperation between Danish organization Aprendio and the Kamaya Point – Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific for the launch of the “Green Skills Academy” …

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Navigating the corporate world in Indonesia: Seven Stones is there to help you boost your business

December 12, 2023December 22, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

ScandAsia has met with Terje Holte Nilsen, the Norwegian owner of Seven Stones, a provider of market entry services based in Bali and Jakarta, for a talk about his insights …

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Indonesia to review visa-free list – excluding Scandinavians

December 12, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

In a strategic move to boost tourism and foster global connections, Indonesia’s Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Uno, is actively advocating for an expansion of the country’s visa-free …

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Leckerbaer introducing traditional Danish Christmas cookies in Singapore

December 12, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Copenhagen-based Leckerbaer, renowned for its Danish pastries, has introduced a Christmas collection of traditional Danish cookies in Singapore. Packed in the brand’s signature blue boxes, the Danish småkager are a …

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Now we are talking flowers!

December 8, 2023December 10, 2023 - by Agneta de Bekassy - Leave a Comment

Thailand has always been known for its very rich flora with many, many beautiful flowers. But there are only very few specialties flower shops. Therefore, you have the fantastic Pak …

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Nordic Formula expanding to Southeast Asia

December 8, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Swedish-Norwegian Linda Jørgensen owns the beauty brand Nordic Formula. To expand her products into the global market, Linda is targeting the Asia-Pacific world. And Singapore especially, she reveals in an …

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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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Sweden deepens cooperation with Southeast Asia

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

Sweden has announced a new trade and investment strategy for Southeast Asia, as a way to deepen cooperation with partners such as Singapore. Johan Forssell, Sweden’s Minister for International Development …

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Messy Weekend coming to Thailand

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

Messy Weekend Copenhagen is a growing, Danish company selling handcrafted sunglasses, and they will soon start distributing its products in Thailand. At least so it seems, when taking a look …

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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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Maersk plans to invest more than $500 Million in Southeast Asian supply chain

December 5, 2023December 5, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

A.P. Moller-Maersk is set to invest over $500 million in expanding its supply chain infrastructure in Southeast Asia. The three-year plan is focusing on strengthening its Logistics and Services arm …

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Chinese XPeng places third in Denmark’s 2024 Car of the Year

December 5, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, XPeng Motors, secured the third position in Denmark’s Car of the Year 2024 awards with its XPeng G9 SUV. The recipients were announced by the association …

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AstraZeneca to build R&D center in Hong Kong

December 5, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

AstraZeneca, the Anglo-Swedish pharmaceutical giant, is building a research and development center in Hong Kong. The new center will be focusing on cell and gene therapy drugs. Set to be …

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Yinson Production invests in Norwegian carbon capture project

December 4, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Yinson Production (YP), a Singapore-based unit of the Malaysian Yinson Group, has invested in Norway’s Carbon Removal for direct air capture projects. The undisclosed investment supports YP’s goal of decarbonizing …

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TikTok taking a step towards launching Norwegian data center

December 4, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Social media giant TikTok has now acquired a facility in Norway from Green Mountain AS, to establish its largest European data center. A data center that has formerly been raising …

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Maersk settles Ever Given dispute three years after canal chaos

December 3, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

AP Møller-Maersk has recently reached a settlement in a lawsuit against the companies involved in the six-day blockage of the Suez Canal. The incident was caused by the Taiwanese operated …

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Finnish business delegation exploring automotive opportunities in China

December 1, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

A Finnish business delegation, led by Consul General Anu Vuori and Executive Director of FinnCham Shanghai, Ville Lintervo, undertook a visit to the Shanghai Auto Innovation Park in Anting on …

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Finnish Arctic Blue Beverages awarded Craft Gin Brand of the Year

December 1, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Finnish Arctic Blue Beverages has been named Craft Gin Brand of the Year in the 2023 by LUXlife magazine. “Our products have won multiple international awards, which is something we …

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Tech Stacks: Integrating Trading Software & Analytics Tools

December 1, 2023December 1, 2023 - by News Desk - Leave a Comment

Financial trading requires sophisticated technology. A well-crafted tech stack ensures smooth operations and equips traders by giving real-time data analytics that enables informed decision-making. Integration between trading software and analytics …

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IKEA Sukhumvit opens tomorrow on December 1

November 30, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

IKEA is set to launch its fourth Thai location, IKEA Sukhumvit, tomorrow on December 1. Spanning 12,000m² on The Emsphere’s third floor, the store offers a familiar layout for IKEA …

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Indonesia’s tourism sector shows signs of recovery in 2023

November 30, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

The tourism sector in Indonesia, was hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, but the industry is now witnessing a positive turnaround. With the first semester of 2023 reporting around 13 …

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AirAsia to increase flights between China and Malaysia in 2024

November 29, 2023November 29, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

AirAsia have announced that they will increase weekly flights between China-Malaysia and India-Malaysia from 2024. This follows Malaysia’s move to grant 30-day visa-free entry for Chinese and Indian travelers starting …

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H&M Move to launch new collection with Zlatan Ibrahimović

November 28, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

World-renowned Swedish football icon, Zlatan Ibrahimović, is set to launch the latest “Selected by Zlatan” collection in collaboration with H&M Move. The fitness-inspired menswear collection will be available globally in …

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AstraZeneca makes deal with Chinese biotech Usynova

November 28, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

The Anglo-Swedish pharmaceutical company, AstraZeneca has made a deal with Chinese biotech Usynova. The Chinese company announced a licensing agreement with AstraZeneca for the clinical-stage small molecule KRASG12D inhibitor UA022. …

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H&M collaborates with Singapore-based DBS to help suppliers decarbonize

November 28, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

H&M, the Swedish fast fashion retailer, has joined forces with Singapore’s DBS Bank to introduce an innovative green loan initiative. The program aims to assist clothing manufacturers in cutting down …

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Flying Tiger Copenhagen ready to serve Philippines customers

November 26, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

Shoppers in the Philippines who are looking for items for their home, friends, and family this coming season do not need to look any more because Flying Tiger Copenhagen is …

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Jotun introduces new collection “CANVAS” and its Global Color Card 2024 to Thailand

November 25, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

Norwegian color design brand Jotun introduced “CANVAS,” its recent collection inspired by nature’s palette including twenty-three “Majestic Sense” premium paints such as “Soothing Beige,” “Rock Sugar,” “True Blue,” “Mindful Green,” …

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Chinese JA Solar’s products pass EPD Assessment in Norway

November 24, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Chinese JA Solar has passed the Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) assessments in Norway. The company’s products are now registered on the EPD systems of Norway and Italy, reinforcing JA Solar’s …

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Singapore-based REC closes Norwegian facilities

November 24, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Singapore-based solar manufacturer REC has closed its two polysilicon production facilities in Norway. The Singapore-based manufacturer ceased operations in Kristiansand and Porsgrunn due to the Norwegian production being financially unsustainable. …

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Swedish electrolyze manufacturer signs MoU with Chinese firm

November 24, 2023November 24, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Swedish energy systems manufacturer, Metacon, has signed an MoU with Chinese firm PERIC Hydrogen Technologies. The agreement is to establish a strategic partnership for Metacon’s electrolyzes in China. The MoU …

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Maersk enters deal for green methanol with Chinese Goldwind

November 23, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Danish Maersk has secured a deal for half a million tons of green methanol annually from China’s Goldwind. A deal that marks a significant step in the shipping industry’s push …

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Danish furniture BoConcept makes way in Vietnam

November 22, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

BoConcept, the Danish furniture and design company, continued making its way in Vietnam, having opened six stores in both major cities of the country like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh …