TNCC Blog

The TNCC Blog gives you interesting highlights and insightful stories about leading companies in the Thai-Norwegian Business Community, from large multinational companies to SMEs. You will be able to catch up on trends and practical ideas when doing business in Thailand from various experts in their fields.

ESG REPORT 2025

/16 Oct 2025

Navigating International Arbitration: Preventing & Resolving Disputes in Construction & Infrastructure – Mahanakorn Partners Group

The Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce was pleased to attend an executive briefing hosted by Mahanakorn Partners Group (MPG), one of our event sponsors this year,...

/19 Aug 2025

The Launch of TNCC ESG Report

ESG – More Than Charity and Environmental Concern The year 2025 marks the 120th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Norway and Thailand, a milestone that...

/13 Apr 2025

Felicia Design: ESG is No Longer Optional, Start the Journey Now

Felicia Design: ESG is No Longer Optional, Start the Journey Now The largest obstacle SMEs face when trying to adopt an ESG framework is financial...

/12 Apr 2025

Jotun: The Right Shade of Governance

Jotun: The Right Shade of Governance Jotun is known around the world for its decorative paints, high-performance marine and protective products, and a wide range...

/11 Apr 2025

Thammachart Seafood: Sustainability with Purpose

Thammachart Seafood: Sustainability with Purpose For Thammachart Seafood, fish is who they are. The company began life as fish farmers with operations having evolved over...

/10 Apr 2025

Samitivej Hospital: Going Green

Samitivej Hospital: Going Green While the term going green can take on many meanings, Samitivej Hospital saw it as a chance for organisational transformation. By...

/09 Apr 2025

Mahanakorn Partners Group: Paving the Way

Mahanakorn Partners Group: Paving the Way Paving the way for ethical and sustainable business practices in Thailand. As the situation evolves, businesses must adapt. The...

/08 Apr 2025

Krabi Spesialisten: Maintaining Paradise

Krabi Spesialisten: Maintaining Paradise Millions of people visit Thailand each year with its beautiful beaches and tropical landscapes a considerable draw. Increasing visitor numbers have...

/07 Apr 2025

Lerøy Seafood Group: Aquaculture Goals

Lerøy: Aquaculture Goals Lerøy Seafood Group’s comprehensive approach to sustainability is driven by the company’s dedication to ESG principles and the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals....

/06 Apr 2025

Felicia Design: Sustainable by Design

Felicia Design: Sustainable by Design The role small- and medium-sized enterprises have in sustainability is often overlooked. With SMEs accounting for more than 35 percent...

/05 Apr 2025

Bangchak: Fuelling a Green Future

Bangchak: Fuelling a Green Future Bangchak has evolved from a traditional refinery focused on oil and gas into a diversified energy organisation creating a green...

/04 Apr 2025

Jotun: Keeping Pace with Sustainability

Jotun: Keeping Pace with Sustainability Jotun has considered sustainability and good governance a part of its DNA since it was established in 1926. Whether that...

/03 Apr 2025

Telenor Asia: Forward Progress

Telenor Asia: Forward Progress As Telenor celebrates its 25th anniversary in Thailand, its commitment to sustainable business is stronger than ever. The Norwegian telecom company...

/02 Apr 2025

Sustainable Bonds

Sustainable Bonds The signing of the EFTA-Thailand FTA in January 2025 was a watershed moment in more ways than one. While the positive impact of...

/01 Apr 2025

120 Years in the Making

120 Years in the Making 2025 marks the 120th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Norway and Thailand. This significant milestone is a reason to celebrate...

/28 Feb 2025

TNCC Successfully hosted Roundtable on Brand Norway in Thailand

TNCC Successfully hosted Roundtable on Brand Norway in Thailand On 27 February 2025, the Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce has successfully held the “Brand Norway in...

Students from Chiang Mai Using social media to sell avocados, pushing sales to jump 20 times, annual income to increase 3 times

/08 Sep 2025

Tracing 25 Years of Telenor: From providing mobile connectivity to a Mission of propelling Thailand towards the Digital Economy Future

Telenor Asia, one of our premium members, is celebrating 25 years in Thailand. Telenor Asia has played a pivotal role in transforming mobile connectivity from...

/19 Aug 2025

The Launch of TNCC ESG Report

ESG – More Than Charity and Environmental Concern The year 2025 marks the 120th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Norway and Thailand, a milestone that...

/26 Apr 2022

The Long Journey of Friendship

The history of investment and trade between Norway and Thailand is intrinsically linked to the two countries’ close friendship. The visit of H.M. King Rama...

/25 Apr 2022

Talking Free Trade

There is optimism Thailand and the EFTA countries will resume negotiations on a free trade agreement shortly. Talks have been on ice since 2006, but...

/24 Apr 2022

Jotun, A Pioneer

These days, you can’t go a few blocks without seeing the Jotun logo in Thailand. It wasn’t always that way. When the paint manufacturer began...

/23 Apr 2022

Past and Future Perspectives

Mr Nils Gunnar Hjellegjerde found himself with an interest in Thailand as the Asian Financial Crisis was unfolding. His family acquired a company which held...

/22 Apr 2022

Opportunity Time

There are currently numerous opportunities for foreign businesses in Thailand. A lot of people don’t realise how the Board of Investment can assist firms in...

/21 Apr 2022

Going Big

Aibel Thailand has completed some massive projects. But the biggest move of all may be its transition from oil and gas activities to ones in...

/20 Apr 2022

Goals in Sight

With Thailand having committed to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to just how these will be reached. The UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are...

/19 Apr 2022

Building Better Leaders

The Leading for the Future Conference was launched in 2020 to help corporate decision makers. The conference is aimed at creating a platform to better...

/18 Apr 2022

Creating a Larger Circle

SCG Chemicals’ efforts to advance the circular economy and reach crucial environmental goals have seen the group search far and wide for partners. The size and...

/17 Apr 2022

The 10x Wave

Whether it be new product lines, sustainability efforts or its award-winning water sports equipment, Starboard is always looking at what’s next both in and out...

/16 Apr 2022

Digging Deeper

Yara is far more prevalent in Thailand than people realise. From the country’s sprawling farmlands to the digital shelves of e-commerce, its product and impact...

/15 Apr 2022

Ready, Set, Kaset Go

A partnership between a fertiliser manufacturer and a mobile operator may not make a lot of sense on the surface. Dtac and Yara saw something...

/14 Apr 2022

The Mobile Changemaker

In December 2000, Telenor announced that it had entered into an agreement to purchase a significant part of Thailand’s Total Access Communication or tac as...

/13 Apr 2022

Open to Opportunities

There are opportunities in Thailand available to foreign investors even if taking advantage of these isn’t always easy. According to Mr Stanley Kang, JFCCT Chairman,...

/12 Apr 2022

The Revhullution is Now

As Jotun continued in its fight against fouling, the paint and coating manufacturer realised it needed to think bigger. In the end, product evolution wasn’t...

/11 Apr 2022

Golden Opportunities

There are many opportunities for Norwegian companies and entrepreneurs in Thailand. Of course, taking advantage of these isn’t as simple as showing up. For fine...

/10 Apr 2022

A Never-Ending Challenge

Foreign business owners and employees are aware of the work permit and visa challenges that currently exist in Thailand. There is hope some of these...

/09 Apr 2022

Salmon is Here to Stay

Demand for Norwegian salmon in Thailand continues to grow with more than 20,000 tons imported from Norway in 2021. The Norwegian Seafood Council believes this...

/08 Apr 2022

Seafood Reinvented

Thammachart Seafood has become the go to source for seafood in Thailand whether it be in supermarkets, upscale restaurants or at one of its own...

/07 Apr 2022

Big Challenge, Small Solution

Antarctic krill may only be six centimetres in length, but Aker BioMarine believes they are the small solution needed for big challenges in the aquaculture,...

/06 Apr 2022

Can Thailand Become ASEAN’s Digital Hub?

Thailand’s desire to become the digital innovation hub of ASEAN was championed by the NDESC in 2021 This goal calls for the country to focus...

/05 Apr 2022

Adapting to Agile Software Development

When it comes to software development, businesses can focus too much on features. The issue with this is that it doesn’t always solve specific pain...

/04 Apr 2022

Creating Sustainable Thai Smiles

Thailand may be known as the ‘Land of Smiles’ but more work is needed when it comes to oral care in the country. Jordan wants...

/03 Apr 2022

The Real Future of Healthcare

Robots won’t be replacing doctors, nor will AI be making medical decisions in place of people. At Samitivej Hospital, the future of healthcare is experience...

/02 Apr 2022

Willing, Able and Ready?

Countries like Thailand and Indonesia can provide Nordic companies with new opportunities. However, it’s not as easy as showing up and seeing results. These challenging...

/01 Apr 2022

A Better Holiday

For nearly 20 years, Krabi Spesialisten has provided travellers with the experience of a lifetime in a responsible manner. The company believes in minimising the...

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