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... Read More
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
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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.... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
HIGHLIGHTED STORIES 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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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,... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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,... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
The Launch of TNCC 25th Anniversary Hybrid Publications
Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce (TNCC) Silver Anniversary Celebration 2021 is the 25th anniversary of the Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce. To celebrate our silver anniversary, we... Read More