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Swe-Cham News Feed | November 24, 2025
     

Swedish Chamber of Commerce Sustainability Scholarship 2026 - Powered by Saab

We have just launched the second edition of the The Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands Sustainability Scholarship - Powered by Saab. The scholarship is designed to support and empower the next generation of sustainability leaders in Sweden and the Netherlands and provides funding for two-year (120 ECTS) master’s students in Sweden or the Netherlands conducting sustainability-related master’s thesis, offering direct support for activities that contribute to their academic projects.

   
   

NEFAB aquires two new Dutch companies

Swedish Chamber Patron Member Nefab Group, through its subsidiary Nefab Packaging Netherlands B.V., has acquired Jase and Heuman, two Dutch companies renowned for their premium wood-based packaging and HD corrugated combination solutions and packing services. 


This strategic move strengthens Nefab’s global and local presence while reaffirming its commitment to saving resources in supply chains.

Swedish Chamber Member Younium recognised as one of Sweden's top 100's fastest-growing tech companies

Patron Member PartInc's portfolio company Younium, has been recognised by Breakit as one of Sweden's Top 100 fastest-growing tech companies!


With 54% growth in 2024, Younium’s recognition is clearly well deserved. Younium also won the Swedish Chamber Business Awards Entrepreneurship 2024.
   

Frosty Market for Swedish Exports

Export Managers' Index, fourth quarter 2025

The temperature has dropped in the global export market, and Swedish export managers are increasingly cautious. Business Sweden’s Export Managers’ Index (EMI) for the fourth quarter dropped by 1.6 points to 49.4. The subindex for expected export demand sank for the largest markets Western Europe, North America and Asia and Oceania.

   
   

Sweco’s President and CEO, Åsa Bergman, has been honoured with the title Leader of the Year 2025

Swedish Chamber Patron Member Sweco’s President and CEO, Åsa Bergman, has been honoured with the title Leader of the Year 2025 by the Swedish business publication Affärsvärlden.


This distinction is regarded as one of the nation’s most esteemed acknowledgements of outstanding leadership. Since its inauguration in 1984, the award has been presented annually to an exceptional leader in Swedish business or public administration.

Kusters Transport & Logistics chooses Scania 420R Super – reliability and service are key

News from Swedish Chamber Patron Member Scania - Kusters Transport & Logistics has expanded its fleet with two new Scania 420R tractor units featuring the fuel-efficient Super driveline. 


The Eindhoven-based transport company

Kusters Transport & Logistics, chose Scania for its proven reliability, positive driver experiences, and the service-oriented approach of its local dealer.
   
   

LAST CHANCE

To join our Sustainability & Innovation Summit 2025

This high-level business forum on December 4, 2025 in Amsterdam will feature distinguished speakers and thought leaders from Sweden and the Netherlands, alongside the inspiring “Accelerating the Green Transition” Exhibition, showcasing groundbreaking sustainability initiatives and innovations.


The summit will be joined by H.E. Mr Julius Liljeström, Ambassador of Sweden, followed by two engaging sessions on the themes Sweden as a Global Leader in Fossil-Free Innovation and Sustainable Industry and Sweden–Netherlands AI & Tech Autonomy, designed to foster innovation, knowledge exchange, and actionable collaborations between Swedish and Dutch stakeholders.


Limited tickets left, don't miss this last chance to secure yours!

   
   

Dutch Chamber Seminar & Annual Dinner

We were honoured to take part of the Dutch Chamber in Stockholm’s Seminar and Annual Dinner on November 14, 2025.


 It was a pleasure to take part in the insightful seminar on Leading Through Uncertainty at the Royal Netherlands Embassy, featuring inspiring contributions from Anko van der Werff (CEO SAS) and Dennis van Schie (VP Supply Northvolt).


The celebration continued with an unforgettable annual dinner at the Vasa Museum - an extraordinary setting that beautifully highlighted the historic ties between Sweden and the Netherlands.

VodafoneZiggo and Ericsson sign landmark three-year agreement

Swedish Chamber Patron Member Ericsson signed a landmark three-year agreement with VodafoneZiggo to upgrade and expand its mobile network across the Netherlands.


“Our long-standing partnership with VodafoneZiggo is a testament to trust, innovation and shared ambition. With these advancements, we’re equipping the Netherlands with state-of-the-art network technology and services that will deliver exceptional user experiences while supporting a more sustainable future.”  

- Sudipta Ghosh, Ericsson Sales Director for VodafoneZiggo

   
   

Annual Patron Dinner

As November’s darkness settled over The Hague, it once again signalled the moment for the Annual Patron Dinner at the beautiful Residence of the Swedish Ambassador — 

a setting that never fails to feel both warm and distinguished. The evening gathered our Patron Members to hear Ambassador Julius Liljeström and his wife, Madeleine Hägg Liljeström, share candid reflections from their first months in The Hague. Their insights — spanning everyday impressions to the broader economic and (geo)political outlook towards 2026 — added a thoughtful and genuinely personal dimension to the evening. 


We extend our warm thanks to the Ambassador and Mrs Hägg Liljeström for their outstanding hospitality, the beautifully composed five-course dinner, and the opportunity to exchange ideas in such an exceptional setting. The atmosphere they created made the night both memorable and professionally meaningful.


   
   

SEB opens Amsterdam branch to serve large corporations

SEB has this week opened a new branch in Amsterdam, strengthening its corporate banking presence in the Netherlands. The expansion is part of a wider growth strategy launched in 2021, focusing on Austria, Switzerland and the Netherlands, and aimed at deepening existing client relationships while welcoming new ones.


“We will take it step by step. Many potential customers already know about SEB and what we stand for in terms of commitment and working long-term.” 

- Jörgen Sjöström, Head of the Amsterdam office. 

Atomico Report:

State of European Tech 25

Atomico, founded by Niklas Zennström — the visionary behind Skype — is among Europe’s largest investors and maintains a firm conviction in the region’s capacity for continued growth and innovation.


Europe’s tech ecosystem is at a turning point. Its workforce has reached 4.6 million - growing faster than in the US - over 27,000 new startups were launched this year alone. 


But challenges remain - late-stage funding is scarce, markets are fragmented, and founders are going abroad. 


Despite this, Europe is making waves in AI, deep tech, climate innovation, and trusted technology. 

   
     

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