| | Swe-Cham News Feed | October 20, 2025 | | | | | | Swedish Chamber of Commerce Board Kicks Off the Autumn Season | | | |
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce launched the autumn season with its first Board Meeting on September 23.
The meeting welcomed five new Board Members: Peter Magnusson (Scania), Ellis-Jan van den Hout (SKF), Cindy Kroon (Vattenfall), Ashkan Danaei (Tetra Pak), and Wiebe Schmitz (Saab), alongside new Swedish Ambassador to the Netherlands and Honorary Chairperson for the Swedish Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Julius Liljeström, and CEO Petra Zachrisson Beets. Alexander Ljungström, representing the Young Professionals, and former CEO Kerstin Gerlagh also joined, making it an exceptional and memorable gathering.
The Board looks forward to their second meeting in The Hague, ahead of the Exclusive Annual Patrons Dinner hosted by the Swedish Ambassador. This special evening will bring together our Patron Member companies for an inspiring and engaging experience.
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What do you have to know about the Netherlands before you set up a business? That was the main topic for Thursday’s event at our sister organisation the Dutch Chamber of Commerce in Stockholm.
In the beautiful residence of the Ambassador of the Netherlands to Sweden, HE Mr Joost Reintjes, some 30 persons gathered to get the low downs on the tax system, social security, insurances and the “expat-ruling”.
| | Mentorship Program 2025 Final Dinner |
On October 16, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce and Young Professionals network concluded the Mentorship Program 2025 – Mastering Leadership for the Future with a final session and closing dinner.
Candida Snow, Director at Snow CC, led an inspiring session on business culture before we wrapped up the program with a certificate ceremony and dinner at Archive by Pestana. | | | | | | | | | | Thank You Hendrik-Jan Guitink | | | |
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce would like to thank Hendrik-Jan Guitink for his exceptional and enthusiastic leadership of the Swedish Chamber Mentorship Program over the years.
His guidance and coaching have been invaluable to the Program’s success, and his personal approach and energy have left a lasting impression on everyone who has participated.
We wish Hendrik-Jan every success and joy in his future endeavours. | | | | | | | | | | | |
Sweden has made a remarkable impact at Expo 2025 Osaka
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Over 184 days, the Swedish pavilion, together with Nordic partners, welcomed more than 1.6 million visitors, hosted 27 Swedish activities and 11 Nordic events, and engaged thousands of partners and customers. Showcasing innovation, sustainability, and collaboration, the pavilion became a hub for new ideas and business opportunities. | |
AstraZeneca announces historic agreement with US Government
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On October 10, Swedish Chamber Patron member AstraZeneca announces a historic agreement with President Donald J. Trump’s administration to lower the cost of prescription medicines for American patients while preserving America’s cutting-edge biopharmaceutical innovation.
| | | | | | | | | | Big Congratulations IKEA and H&M, named in Forbes "The World’s Top Companies For Women 2025" | | | |
Forbes, in partnership with Statista, recently released its fifth annual list of the world’s best employers for women, surveying over 120,000 women across 36+ countries. Respondents evaluated their employers on workplace practices, pay equity, career advancement, and overall recommendation to friends and family.
The Swedish Chamber congratulates Patron Member IKEA and Corporate Member H&M on this recognition and applauds their leadership in fostering gender equality in the workplace. | | | | | | | |
MARIA ÅKERBERG 30th Anniversary
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This year, the Swedish skincare company MARIA ÅKERBERG celebrates its 30th anniversary. Since its founding in 1995, the company has developed and produced organic skincare and makeup in Sweden, always with a focus on sustainability, quality, and transparency. Over three decades, MARIA ÅKERBERG has grown into a well-known brand with a strong vision of offering products that are good for both people and the planet. The anniversary marks an important milestone and a celebration of a journey built on passion, innovation, and long-term commitment.
– Maria Åkerberg, Founder, CEO and Owner of MARIA ÅKERBERG AB
Swedish Chamber Member LaCasaMia Beauty is the Dutch representative for MARIA ÅKERBERG, and we're proud to have LaCasaMia Beauty as a sponsor for this year's Christmas goodiebag.
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Swedish Chamber Business Awards 2025
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Nominate your company or another deserving business for the Swedish Chamber Business Awards 2025.
Established in 2010 by the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands, the Embassy of Sweden in the Netherlands and Business Sweden, the awards celebrate Swedish companies excelling in the Dutch market.
Winners will be announced on December 4, 2025, during the Chamber’s Exclusive Annual Lucia Dinner at the Barbizon Palace – St. Olaf’s Chapel in Amsterdam.
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