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In February 2023, Svanehøj Tank Control Systems will deliver the tank gauging system for COOEC’s six new LNG tanks for the Longkou Nanshan LNG Terminal which is under construction. It …
Svanehøj Tank Control Systems secures order for Chinese LNG-import terminal Read More
The Nordic Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (NordCham Philippines) is to organize “Nordic Ambassadors’s Forum: Sustainability Perspectives” on 3 November 2022 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Dusit Thani …
Learn more about sustainability perspectives from Nordic Ambassadors Read More
Growth numbers for the Asian markets are the driving force of Danish brewer Carlsberg’s sales numbers for the quarterly financial accounts. Conversably, the brewer’s growth numbers for Western Europe will …
Asian markets to prompt Carlsberg’s sales growth Read More
The official visit of the Danish Crown Prince Frederik, which will take place o 1 and 2 November 2022, is to be accompanied by more than half of 35 Danish …
Wind power plan and net zero emission goal bring more Danish investors to Vietnam Read More
Thai Bangchark Corporation Plc (BCP) aims to learn from Norwegian’s Okea how to control carbon dioxide emissions for reducing its carbon footprint. Mr. Chaiwat Kovavisarach, chief executive of BCP and …
Thai energy firm Bangchak learns to manage CO2 emissions from Norway Read More
The Swedish fashion retailer, H&M, announced its partnership with Shopee to launch the first “H&M Thailand Official Store” on Shopee Mall online platform in the aim of making customers’ shopping …
H&M collabs with Shopee to expand in Thai e-commerce Read More
The Philippines has abundant natural resource options to progress in the development of renewable energy, such as geothermal, hydro, biomass, solar power, onshore and offshore wind farms, etc. In order …
Right partners will grant Philippines success in renewable energy Read More
There are many reasons to dive into the world of Forex as a new investor, such as the fact that it’s accessible, fast-paced, and offers the possibility of making quick …
Best Forex Brokers for Beginners in Hong Kong Read More
The Norwegian maritime firm Wilhelmsen Ship Management announced on 18 October 2022 to hire additional Filipino seafarers in accordance with its expansion plan. For 43 years, the Philippines has been …
Norwegian maritime firm to hire more Filipino seafarers Read More
IKEA’s Christmas Shop in Pasay City, the Philippines, announced that it will sell fresh, live Christmas trees soon. The Christmas trees will be imported from Sweden to the Philippines during …
IKEA to bring fresh Christmas tree from Sweden to Philippines Read More
H&M has announced the launch of its ‘Imagine That’, the first independent kidswear collection from H&M’s Innovation Stories initiative. Produced from recycled bottles and a cactus-derived leather alternative, the kids …
H&M launces independent innovations stories collection for kids Read More
Telenor expands its presence in Singapore to capture regional opportunities. – The strengthened team at our Singapore headquarters will add value to our operations and safeguard our interests in the …
Catching opportunities: Telenor to strengthen Singapore operations Read More
AirAsia Thailand recently announced launching flights from Bangkok’s Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh and Lucknow city in northern India. According to Travel News Asia, the …
Thai AirAsia launches flights from Bangkok to capital of Bangladesh and city in northern India Read More
Norway is to support the Philippines in developing more renewable energy sources, for instance by exploring more opportunities on offshore wind and floating solar. “Norway is a long-term partner of …
Norway to support the Philippines in renewable energy development Read More
Why spend more than you need to when on the lookout for an office space for your company? There are six key pointers to keep in mind that will ensure …
How To Find The Right Office Space For Your Company In Asia Read More
Danish bioscience company Chr. Hansen announces the launch of their new ‘lab in the sky’, located on the 15th floor of a commercial building in Kuala Lumpur. This was published …
Danish Chr. Hansen launches “lab in the sky” in Malaysia Read More
IKEA has recently launched the collection, “OBEGRÄNSAD” in collaboration with the electronic music artists, Swedish House Mafia this month, October 2022. The “OBEGRÄNSAD” or “unlimited” in Swedish is built on …
New collection of IKEA and Swedish House Mafia is launched Read More
The Philippines is one of the targeted countries for foreign investors to invest in renewable energy projects. Consequently, several companies have urged the country to lift the foreign equity limit …
Updates on foreign ownership in clean energy projects in the Philippines Read More
The sport padel is still quite new in Asia, but it has taken Sweden by storm – and more new markets in Europe are jumping onboard. In China this is …
Swedish roll-out in China of the popular sport ‘padel’ Read More
Hardly a week goes by without something new popping up in this bustling city of Bangkok. Recently I had the pleasure to be invited for dinner at a, to me …
A new popular watering hole in Bangkok, Ristorante ISOLA by Signor Sassi! Read More
H&M Home is to launch its new, aesthetic “Design Lab” collection in selected stores and online on 17 October 2022. “The concept and idea of this Design Lab collection began …
H&M Home to launch “Design Lab” collection this Fall Read More
Thai firm, Chai Watana Tannery Group Public Company Limited (CWT) has launched the waste management project, “Refuse Derived Fuel” (RDF) in Nakhon Sawan province, Thailand. As the project is invested …
Thai project “Refuse Derived Fuel” benefits from Finnish technology Read More
AIS has partnered with a world-class digital technology developer from China, ZTE Corporation, to launch the first 5G innovation center, “5G AZ Center,” in Thailand. “5G is a technology to …
First 5G center in Thailand by AIS and Chinese ZTE Corporation Read More
The Danish firm, Spectre, has started running its new factory in An Giang Province, Vietnam, after two years of construction. This is the third Spectre factory in Vietnam and the …
Danish Spectre new factory in Vietnam starts operating Read More
Greenlandic phone company, Tusass together with the Swedish telecom company, Ericsson, announced to collaborate in building a 5G network in Greenland on Friday 30 September 2022. According to the press …
Tusass and Ericsson connect Greenland with 5G Read More
The first 500 VOYAH FREE SUVs were shipped from Wuhan, China to Norway recently this week. As the pre-ordering of the cars in Norway started in June 2022, Torje Aleksander …
Chinese VOYAH electric cars are shipped to Norway Read More
Indonesian Secretary General of the Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, Antam Novambar, announced in a press release, that he has asked for an agreement to strengthen the fishery trade cooperation between …
Indonesia requests strengthtening of fish trade with Russia Read More
Siam Discovery recently hosted the event, “The Future of Fashion” to introduce various fashion brands that have been well-selected from around the world. One of the most stylish and trendy …
Danish BAUM UND PFERDGARTEN is one of the most trendy fashion brands selected by Siam Discovery Read More
Mr. Georg Platzer, the manager of the Swedish furniture retailer IKEA said that the company plans to open more shops in Manila, the Philippines. As the market and consumers’ needs …
IKEA plans to open more shops in the Philippines Read More
The Okura Prestige Bangkok is delighted to present “Koyo Afternoon Tea” for two at Up & Above Restaurant and Bar as the crisp and cozy season, Autumn, is approaching. The …
Up & Above Restaurant and Bar welcomes Autumn with “Koyo Afternoon Tea” Read More
The HEI Schools Bangkok teaches lifelong learner skills to children in their first seven years, following the Finnish educational curriculum developed by experts in early childhood education at the University …
HEI Schools Bangkok teaches lifelong learner skills during kids 7 magical years Read More
The Copenhagen Business School in Denmark recently hosted a workshop to support Vietnamese enterprises in enhancing global value chains. The workshop also discussed potential Vietnam-Denmark cooperations in the Sustainable Development …
Danish workshop to support Vietnam sustainable growth Read More
Thailand’s Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA) and the Eastern Economic Corridor Policy Office (EECO) welcomed international Ambassadors from various countries to visit the missions and operations of space …
Thailand expects more space & digital technology investments from international investors Read More
The Asian economy has been on the rise in recent years. While many factors have contributed to this growth, globalization is undoubtedly one of the biggest players. By opening up …
How Globalization Has Helped The Asian Economy Grow Read More
The Swedish manufacturer, Volvo Cars announced that it will no longer sell petrol or diesel vehicles in Denmark on Tuesday, 20 September 2022. The company is now exclusively focusing on …
Volvo Cars announced to no longer sell petrol or diesel cars in Denmark Read More
The Danish owned and operated jewelry company, Norbreeze Group, recently organized an opening ceremony of its new office, “Norbreeze House” located in District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The …
Norbreeze Group opens new office in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Read More
Mr. Preben Elnef, Vice President of LEGO Group shared the reasons why Vietnam holds the potential to be the first country in Southeast Asia the Danish firm decided to invest …
LEGO chooses Vietnam as first country in Southeast Asia to invest in $1bn factory Read More
Mr. HP Nanda, Water Utility CEO of Grundfos has spoken highly of China’s green ambitions in providing clean water supply in rural areas by 2025 and in reaching carbon peak …
CEO of Danish firm Grundfos praises China’s green ambitions Read More
H&M Autumn/Winter 2022 collection presents embodiment of Parisian style; classic, confident and interchangeable through the lens of a fictional fashion destination that encapsulates Paris’ iconic Brasserie culture, “Brasserie Hennes.” “Welcome …
H&M Autumn/Winter 2022 collection inspired by Paris Brasserie Hennes Read More
The Danish Ambassador to Thailand, Jon Thorgaard hosted a networking conference for discussion between Danish and Thai firms on solutions for the district energy sector on Friday, 16 September 2022 …
Danish and Thai companies continue to discuss district energy Read More
Secretary-General of the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI), Ms. Duangjai Asawachintachit recently met with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Parliamentary Committee. Both parties discussed an overview of the Thai …
Thailand Board of Investment discusses Thai economy with EFTA Read More
Bang & Olufsen, the Danish luxury audio brand founded in 1925, opened its newest store in K11 MUSEA landmark of Hong Kong on 14 September 2022. At the grand opening, …
Danish Bang & Olufsen opens new store in Hong Kong Read More
SN Aboitiz Power Group (SNAP) is going forward with the plan to complete construction of its battery energy storage system (BESS) in Isabela, the Philippines by the first half of …
SNAP continues to work on its battery energy storage system in the Philippines Read More
The collaboration collection, “The World is My Home” between Swedish retailer H&M and Filipino streetwear brand Don’t Blame the Kids (DBTK) is dropped in stores today, 8 September 2022. As …
H&M and Filipino streetwear brand collaboration collection drops in stores today Read More
Incorporating online payment solutions, also known as digital payments, has become a priority over time for all businesses, whether big or small. This is because of the convenience it brings …
5 Business Advantages Of Online Payment Solutions Read More
The Swedish Embassy in Singapore has announced the Nobel prize dialogue to be taking place in Singapore on September 13 2022. The Nobel Prize Dialogue Singapore is a series of …
Nobel Prize Dialogue to be held in Singapore Read More
A.P. Moller-Maersk has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) to drive investments into the country, aiming to establish it as one of the logistics …
Maersk signs MoU with Malaysian investment authority Read More
This is a story about two amazing Swedish brothers, who were two top designers of several successful Olympic winners. I’m referring to the late brothers Einar and Carl-Eric Ohlson. During …
Successful Beauties on the High Sea and a Rain of Medals! Read More
A member of Danish-Thai Chamber of Commerce (DTCC), Freigtzen Logistics are expanding their premises and will celebrate their new office on 20 September 2022 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM. …
Freigtzen Logistics to celebrate new office in Bangkok Read More
A Danish company, Vipp has opened its first flagship store in Shanghai, China on 1 September 2022. The 509 m2 store takes the record as Vipp’s largest retail universe worldwide. …
Vipp opens first store in China, and it is the largest in the world Read More