| | Swe-Cham News Feed | April 22, 2025 | | | | | | | | | |
Press Release: The Swedish Chamber of Commerce Sustainability Scholarship – Powered by Saab
| | | | Press Release The Hague, April 15, 2025.
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands is proud to hand out the first Swedish Chamber of Commerce Sustainability Scholarship – Powered by Saab to Lotte Nijhof, Master student at TU Delft & Leiden University, pursuing a degree in Industrial Ecology. The Scholarship Ceremony took place during the Chamber’s Executive Sustainability Breakfast, hosted at the Residence of the Swedish Ambassador in The Hague on April 15, 2025. Present during the ceremony were H.E. Ambassador of Sweden to the Netherlands, Mr. Johannes Oljelund, Scholarship recipient Lotte Nijhof, Anne Korthals Altes, Sustainability Manager at Vattenfall and member of the Swedish Chambers Sustainability Committee, and Jan Sundelin, Partner at PartInc and Chairperson of the Swedish Chamber. | | | | | | | |
Celebrating 65 Years of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in the Netherlands: Anniversary Fika
| On Monday, May 12, 2025, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce proudly celebrate its 65th anniversary in the Netherlands. For over six decades, the Chamber has served as a vibrant platform for networking, promoting business exchange, and strengthening the bond between Sweden and the Netherlands.
To commemorate this milestone, we are delighted to invite our members to a celebratory Swedish fika at the Chamber’s office, located at Edge Olympic in Amsterdam between 09.00 - 12.00. Join us for fika with Swedish treats, and warm conversations with fellow members and the Chamber team. | |
Swe-Cham Welcomes Emma Wergeland to the Young Professionals Committee
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The Young Professionals (YP) Committee outlines the work and activities, as well as member acquisition and communication for the Young Professionals of the Swe-Cham. This committee provides a platform for Young Professionals to connect and contribute to the dynamic network. Meet Emma Wergeland, Business Support Associate at WMC:
Emma Wergeland is a Business Support Associate at WMC, a commodity trading company leading the way in the energy transition industry. At WMC, she plays a crucial role in advancing and formalising the company’s culture and operational processes.....
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Alumni and Student Evening with the School of Business, Economics and Law at the University of Gothenburg
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On May 21, the School of Business, Economics and Law at the University of Gothenburg will host an evening mingle in Amsterdam for the first time, organised in collaboration with the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands and Patron Member Svalner Atlas. Alumni from the School and prospective students will gather at Svalner Atlas to learn more about the company and the research and education at the School. | | | | | | | |
Event Recap: Diversity & Inclusion Breakfast: Neurodiversity
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Last month, on March 26, 2025, we gathered at SKF Houten for a thought-provoking morning focused on neuro-inclusion in the workplace. The session sparked meaningful discussions and offered invaluable insights into how we can foster a more inclusive work environment. Yves Nys, Global Well-Being, Diversity, and Inclusion Manager at SKF Group, shares a summary from the event... | |
Event Recap: European Leaders Talk Series
| On April 8, 2025, SCI kicked off the series with a high-level session on EU competitiveness and the role of international business. The event marked a strong start to the new initiative, and Filip Tendal Kanold, Trainee at Swedish Chambers International and the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Beijing, shares a summary from the session: European Leaders Talk...
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Business Sweden Latest Global Economic Outlook for 2025
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Business Sweden’s latest Global Economic Outlook explores how shifting geopolitical dynamics and rising inflation risks are shaping the year ahead. Trade tensions, driven by new US tariffs, have led to a downward revision of the US growth forecast, while cautious optimism is emerging in Europe.
The full report provides sharp analysis, regional breakdowns, and forward-looking insights to help Swedish companies navigate change and seize new opportunities. | | Today, April 22, is Earth Day. It is a day to raise awareness of environmental issues. The theme for Earth Day 2025 is ‘Our Power, Our Planet’, focusing on renewable energy.
Sweden has a rich supply of moving water and biomass, which contributes to the country’s high share of renewable energy. Hydropower (water) and bioenergy are the top renewable sources in Sweden – hydropower mostly for electricity production and bioenergy for heating.
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Event Recap: Executive Sustainability Breakfast with Tetra Pak in The Hague
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On April 15, 2025, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce welcomed members and invited guests to the Executive Sustainability Breakfast at the Swedish Ambassador’s Residence in The Hague. This exclusive gathering served as a platform for exchange between business leaders, policymakers, and experts from Sweden and the Netherlands on the pressing topics of sustainable development and environmental innovation. Lorenzo van Haelst, Managing Director Tetra Pak France and Benelux, shares a summary from the event: | | | | | | | | | | | | Follow us on social media to stay updated on Swedish-Dutch business relations! | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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