https://www.scmp.com/rss/310152/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Accuracy that is never compromised, from the laboratory bench to a patient's bedside - this is the guarantee that comes with every product and service from the world-leading immunoassay kit developer, manufacturer and distributor Mercodia. Mercodia specialises in enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) for clinical and research applications, particularly within the areas of diabetes, obesity and cardiovascular diseases. "Running the same samples with an easy-to-use Mercodia ELISA kit in... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332199/mercodia-delivers-uncompromising-accuracy-specialised-elisa-kits?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332199/mercodia-delivers-uncompromising-accuracy-specialised-elisa-kits?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 06:39:47 +0000 Capacity expansion is increasingly becoming a challenge in Asia, where surging trade and tourism have led to airport congestion. Airport authorities are turning to the Safegate Group for technological solutions that minimise the ground time of aircraft, allowing them to serve more travellers and decrease operational costs. "More and more are looking to extend their existing infrastructure through our automated systems," says Stephen Rutland, general manager of Safegate International and Safegate... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332197/safegate-docking-guidance-systems-ease-airport-congestion?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332197/safegate-docking-guidance-systems-ease-airport-congestion?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 06:37:10 +0000 As many products become smaller, manufacturers increasingly require mechanisms able to execute movements that are thousands of times smaller than a millimetre. As a world leader in piezoelectric technology, PiezoMotor, based in Uppsala, Sweden, provides the precise micro and submicro control manufacturers need to improve their products. "We are becoming involved with more people who come to us saying that they need our solutions," says CEO Johan Westermark. "We have the building blocks for new... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332190/piezo-legs-positions-success-microprecision?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332190/piezo-legs-positions-success-microprecision?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 06:32:50 +0000 When master blacksmith Jons Mattisson-Malmberg drilled his first water-well 147 years ago in Yngsjo, Sweden, he began the legacy of creativity and reliability that Malmberg has maintained as a global clean technology leader. Across five generations, the company has built its reputation as a dependable provider of turnkey products and services for drilling, water treatment, geoenergy and biomethane purification. "Pure energy, clean water and a constant focus on caring for our planet and its... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332189/malmberg-brings-biomethane-technology-china?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332189/malmberg-brings-biomethane-technology-china?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 06:28:23 +0000 With expertise in environmental technology, Sweden spearheads key eco-city projects and maintains active contacts with more than 10 cities throughout China, promoting sustainable urban solutions. Two important areas undergoing transformation are Tangshan for the Tangshan Bay project and Wuxi New District. Through a special co-ordination agency in Stockholm, Sweden has mobilised various agencies to increase export of environmental technology, energy efficiency and infrastructure to the mainland.... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332184/sino-swedish-environmental-co-operation-sustainable-cities-grows-stronger?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332184/sino-swedish-environmental-co-operation-sustainable-cities-grows-stronger?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 06:12:08 +0000 Recognised for its significant contributions to the global health care industry, SHL Group combines Swedish technological innovation and design with the manufacturing strengths and skilled workforce of Greater China. The world's largest privately owned designer, developer and manufacturer of drug-delivery systems, SHL has earmarked HK$310 million this year to expand production facilities in Taiwan. It operates nine production centres in Taiwan, one on the mainland and in the United States. SHL's... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332135/shl-stays-ahead-health-care-and-biotech-revolution?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332135/shl-stays-ahead-health-care-and-biotech-revolution?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 04:48:10 +0000 The most comprehensive construction and installation group in Stockholm invites Asian investors to join in its journey towards further growth. Marking its 10th anniversary of consolidating expertise in all aspects of building and renovation, Titania Group is ready to assist Asian investors entering Stockholm's booming real estate market. "We can help investors with local knowledge because we know how the system works and we have experience from several projects," says CEO Einar Janson. Sweden's... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332130/titania-group-woos-real-estate-investors-asia?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332130/titania-group-woos-real-estate-investors-asia?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 04:44:38 +0000 Home to about half the world's elderly, Asia is a key destination for health service providers and medical supply companies, and OneMed - northern Europe's leading medical supplies distributor - is keen on sharing its health care logistics expertise in the region. Backed by extensive product knowledge and distribution know-how, OneMed dispenses more than 40,000 lightweight and disposable medical consumables to municipalities, physicians and hospitals all over Europe. "We are not only successful... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332129/onemed-delivers-precise-medical-and-distribution-knowledge?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332129/onemed-delivers-precise-medical-and-distribution-knowledge?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 04:40:00 +0000 Global sales for the apparel market registered a robust growth rate of 6 per cent last year, largely driven by Asia's continuing economic development, rising disposable incomes and a desire for higher standards of living among consumers. As the market expands, Europe's leading garment accessory maker Wasa Sweden is strengthening its Asian network. The company supports apparel and industrial manufacturers as they focus more on creating sophisticated, functional and durable lifestyle... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332120/wasa-blends-form-and-function-button-king?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332120/wasa-blends-form-and-function-button-king?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 04:07:04 +0000 Combining traditional Swedish quality with the best minds in hydrodynamics, Marine Jet Power (MJP) has created the fastest yet most fuel-efficient waterjet engines known worldwide. The company's acquisition of military marine jet propulsion expert Ultra Dynamics last year completes its range of waterjet systems, lending MJP a stronger global presence, especially in Asia, which is its biggest market. "We have built our reputation on three core attributes - high performance, heavy-duty quality and... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332116/mjp-boosts-regional-presence-singapore-office?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332116/mjp-boosts-regional-presence-singapore-office?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 04:04:42 +0000 Booming economies in Asia are stimulating businesses globally, but only those with stable, well-integrated enterprise systems are flourishing beyond their potential. The key is finding not just the right business intelligence products, but a partner who turns such business tools into decision-making, profit-generating investments. Business systems trading house iStone Group was founded on this concept, helping clients navigate several systems and efficiently transform complex data into useful,... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332102/istones-integrated-value-added-solutions-redefine-business-intelligence?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332102/istones-integrated-value-added-solutions-redefine-business-intelligence?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 03:27:18 +0000 Modular architecture is placing an increasing number of companies at the forefront of their industries. A cross-functional product design and manufacturing approach, modularity improves a company's competitiveness as it solves complex problems and improves business efficiency. Taking operational and developmental efficiency to the next level for companies, Modular Management built a systematic tool to implement easily the modular philosophy in organisations. "Customers come to us when they... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332099/global-companies-can-achieve-growth-through-modular-architecture?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332099/global-companies-can-achieve-growth-through-modular-architecture?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 03:23:53 +0000 Acid management technologies that reduce the environmental impact of steel production benefit large-scale players, but are traditionally costly for small- to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). As a global leader in acid management, Scanacon is changing this dynamic with tailor-made modular systems that are also commercially viable for SMEs. "The return on investment is typically less than a year, while ensuring environmental responsibility," says Stig Lundstrom, CEO and president of Scanacon. Such... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332098/scanacon-makes-acid-management-commercially-viable-region?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332098/scanacon-makes-acid-management-commercially-viable-region?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 03:21:02 +0000 While it takes plastics thousands of years to decompose, granulators grind them in seconds for recycling. Used primarily by plastic injection, blow moulding and extrusion facilities, these machines allow manufacturers to reuse the full value of plastic wastes and rejects. Such is the commitment of Rapid Granulator, the leading supplier of size-reduction solutions for the global plastic industry. "Our products' unique design and performance give our clients a good return on their investment,"... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332093/rapid-granulator-perfects-plastic-recycling?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332093/rapid-granulator-perfects-plastic-recycling?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 03:13:59 +0000 With a history of almost 100 years of pioneering concrete pontoons and floating breakwater systems, SF Marina System continues to push boundaries with its latest projects around the world. The company's latest floating breakwater in Turkey will be 10 metres wide, 40 metres long and 3.6 metres high - twice as large as the biggest of its kind. "We have come a long way from when we developed the very first breakwater," says president Lars Odhe. "It's very important to keep developing... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332089/breakwater-developer-makes-breakthrough-floating-structures?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332089/breakwater-developer-makes-breakthrough-floating-structures?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 03:11:04 +0000 Having constant access to a wide assortment of components is crucial for assembly lines, as a missing part could cost companies valuable time and money. Boasting 130,000 products in its portfolio, one of the largest selections in Scandinavia, fastener expert Mattssons ensures that it can consistently deliver products and services to clients anytime. Providing more than bolts, screws, washers, nuts, keys and retaining rings, Mattssons also delivers cutting-edge logistics solutions to help clients... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332088/securing-production-lines-wide-array-fasteners?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332088/securing-production-lines-wide-array-fasteners?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 03:07:41 +0000 More than 1 billion mobile phone users in China and an information and technology boom in Southeast Asia are driving the need for faster video and download capacity. At the same time, businesses need increased bandwidth to support the exchange of vast amounts of information between datacentres. To help businesses adapt to such trends, Transmode Systems provides packet optical network solutions for fibre optic networks. Transmode has successfully implemented its solutions into the networks of... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332086/transmodes-packet-optical-network-solutions-boost-asias-information-superhighways?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332086/transmodes-packet-optical-network-solutions-boost-asias-information-superhighways?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 03:03:39 +0000 Growing alongside the global boom in the mobile industry, the OSM Group has focused its innovations on improving functionality and maintaining clients' brand identity. The leading provider of carrying solutions and accessories for mobile electronic products combines this market approach with large-scale production capacity to give clients such as BlackBerry, HP and Samsung an edge in the industry. "We embed the DNA of our clients' brands into our products, focusing on function, cutting-edge... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332055/osm-delivers-top-notch-carrying-solutions-volumes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332055/osm-delivers-top-notch-carrying-solutions-volumes?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 01:52:58 +0000 Passionate about improving the existing processes for manufacturing high-alloyed steel components, Dr Christer Aslund invented SCANPAC, a groundbreaking powder metal production technology. Aslund, president of Hydropulsor Sweden and Metec Technologies, is eager to share this advanced powder metallurgy method with companies worldwide. Headquartered in Karlskoga - seat of the Bofors iron and armament works and home of Alfred Nobel - Hydropulsor and Metec patented the SCANPAC system. The system can... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332054/scanpac-makes-breakthrough-powder-metallurgy-technology?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332054/scanpac-makes-breakthrough-powder-metallurgy-technology?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 01:48:35 +0000 Efficient energy conversion is among the most important yet challenging aspects in reducing global energy consumption. Led by Asia's unquenchable development, worldwide energy consumption is projected to rise 56 per cent by 2040 - which means solutions from power supply experts such as SM Power will be critical contributors to sustainable energy usage. "Our in-house developed industrial, medical, home and office power supplies provide higher conversion efficiency and use 30 per cent fewer... https://www.scmp.com/article/1332051/sm-power-surges-ahead-green-efficient-energy-conversion-systems?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1332051/sm-power-surges-ahead-green-efficient-energy-conversion-systems?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Oct 2013 01:43:24 +0000 PartnerTech is making it easier for technology companies to scale up manufacturing operations in Asia with its new hi-tech facility in Dongguan. Opened in November last year and certified according to ISO 9001, 14001 and 13485 standards, the factory is ideally suited for medical and clean technology products, among others. It brings viability to many European entries into Asia with sourcing, production, logistics and after-sales services built into PartnerTech's offering. Its presence in the... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329527/partnertech-boosts-hi-tech-manufacturing-dongguan-base?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329527/partnertech-boosts-hi-tech-manufacturing-dongguan-base?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 10:00:19 +0000 Synonymous with the best of Scandinavian saunas, Tylo has a refreshing take on traditional sauna culture fused with innovative design for the modern lifestyle. Tylo's stylish options for sauna, steam baths and infrared cabins fit seamlessly into any contemporary home. "Every afternoon at work, you can start thinking about the paradise waiting for you at home," says Tylo Group CEO Krister Persson. "That is the Tylo in your home - your oasis." Pushing technological boundaries, Tylo has been... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329520/tylo-redefines-wellness-soothing-soft-sauna?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329520/tylo-redefines-wellness-soothing-soft-sauna?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 09:56:08 +0000 Surging trade between Asia and Europe drives the need for cost-efficient logistics on both continents. With its latest investment of 150 million Swedish kronor (HK$180 million) in a cross-docking facility, Norrkopings Hamn och Stuveri (NHS) ensures that Norrköping port remains well-equipped and strategic as the Nordic and Baltic sea region's distribution hub. A maritime centre since the 19th century, Norrkoping is consistently ranked as Sweden's second most important logistics hub. With its deep... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329515/nordic-and-baltic-hub-readies-cross-docking-facility-surging-trade?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329515/nordic-and-baltic-hub-readies-cross-docking-facility-surging-trade?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 09:54:03 +0000 Sheet metal and tube-forming specialist AP&T in Sweden is setting the stage for a broader, stronger global presence. A merger of some of Sweden's pioneering companies in automation, pressing and tooling, AP&T is transforming from a sales and service provider to a knowledge-based global engineering company by 2020. "Supplying efficient, low-maintenance and reliable modular systems is a key advantage of AP&T that both anchors and propels us towards 2020," says Per Josefsson, vice-president of... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329512/apt-pursues-global-market-knowledge-based-engineering-company?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329512/apt-pursues-global-market-knowledge-based-engineering-company?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 09:52:24 +0000 Putting environmental protection among the main thrusts of its five-year development plans, the Chinese government is actively seeking solutions to remedy growing pollution concerns and ensure the well-being of its public. Environmental engineering company Purac has been instrumental in effecting change in China, helping develop its wastewater treatment capacity and technology. Through soft loans and financial aid extended to China from Scandinavian and Nordic countries, Purac has worked on... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329510/purac-proposes-cleaner-water-and-energy-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329510/purac-proposes-cleaner-water-and-energy-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 09:50:37 +0000 A leading provider of measurement, control and electric heating systems, Sweden's Backer Group has given global companies in various industries solutions that promote energy and cost savings. Such sustainable solutions are gaining importance in Asia, given the region's rapid modernisation. Boosting technology transfer to its production facilities in China, Backer aims to make Asia a pillar in its decentralised research and development (R&D) infrastructure, which drives innovation through... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329496/backer-boosts-rd-asia-support-industrial-growth?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329496/backer-boosts-rd-asia-support-industrial-growth?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 09:41:58 +0000 Asia's expanding middle class is driving the demand for more comfortable living environments such as residential spaces with ample heating, cooling and water supply. With the infrastructure upgrades in Asia, international valve maker ESBE Group is keen on supporting the region's need for premium hydronic systems. The fourth-generation family-owned company is Europe's leading provider of energy-efficient control solutions for residential heating, cooling and tap water systems. Located in Sweden,... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329471/esbe-brings-comfort-and-efficiency-asias-households?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329471/esbe-brings-comfort-and-efficiency-asias-households?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 09:32:23 +0000 Functionality and aesthetics are fused together in every sound equipment and headphone that Zound Industries produces. Designed to be more than just a listening device, Zound headphones are fashionable and express individuality. Zound pushes the boundaries in developing novel products to target a wider clientele. "Today, people want to be individualistic. They want brands that express their personality. We will continue to create innovative products that suit different images," says Konrad... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329463/zound-echoes-sound-success-region?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329463/zound-echoes-sound-success-region?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 09:17:04 +0000 The metro trains in Stockholm run the equivalent of 30 times around the world between each time a train causes a stop in traffic due to technical problems. The system enables 1.2 million passengers to travel to their destinations every weekday - and safely back home. It is efficient, fast, reliable and indispensable, just like train maintenance and repair specialist Tunnelbanan Teknik Stockholm (TBT), whose dedication makes such journeys possible. "We work round-the-clock to keep trains and... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329456/clean-well-maintained-trains-always-track-tbt?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329456/clean-well-maintained-trains-always-track-tbt?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 09:11:17 +0000 The Swedish business community is warming up to Asian investments following the success of high-profile acquisitions, enabling more Asian partnerships to flourish in Sweden. "The Chinese acquisition of Volvo has proven that Chinese companies can be a good owner of a traditional Swedish company," says Joakim Edoff, executive partner at Setterwalls and Swedish Bar member. "This is also evident in other sectors. The business community now regards Asian companies as tough competitors and as good... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329454/nations-business-warms-asian-investments?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329454/nations-business-warms-asian-investments?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 09:07:34 +0000 On track to reach 7.5 per cent growth this year, China is expected to continue looking inward and reinforcing industrial output to boost the domestic economy. A key growth engine is productivity - a concept that may be new to a country whose strength has been in numbers, but a discipline well-mastered by engineering group Sandvik. "Raising productivity used to mean adding more people and moving to larger factories. Today, a manufacturer can optimise the same workforce and factory using modern... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329448/sandvik-infuses-swedish-innovation-chinese-productivity?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329448/sandvik-infuses-swedish-innovation-chinese-productivity?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 09:02:37 +0000 Social responsibility is a principle that runs deep within the corporate culture of one of Sweden's leading fashion chains, Lindex. With a deep sense of commitment to the community and to environmental sustainability, Lindex optimised its entire supply chain to make fashion accessible at best-value prices. Lindex began its journey in the fashion industry in 1954, when it started offering lingerie. With women as its core market, the company later expanded its scope to carry women's and children's... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329439/lindex-promotes-sustainable-fashion?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329439/lindex-promotes-sustainable-fashion?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 08:50:51 +0000 Axel Christiernsson put up its first grease plant in Sweden to address the industry's need for special lubricants that can withstand the cold climate. As the company celebrates its 125th anniversary this year, the same passion for functionality and innovation guides Europe's leading producer of lubricating grease. "We have something for almost any application," says Johan Stureson, managing director and CEO. "Our research and development arm can make new formulations for clients to meet... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329380/axel-unlocks-potential-lubricating-grease?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329380/axel-unlocks-potential-lubricating-grease?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 07:27:20 +0000 Clean, low-cost energy is within reach of process industries with Cortus Energy's patented WoodRoll technology enabling sustainable biomass power generation. Listed on the Nasdaq OMX First North, Cortus will launch a 5-megawatt installation of its WoodRoll technology by June next year. The company will supply clean synthesis gas, or syngas, at the Nordkalk Group's lime kiln factory in Köping, Sweden. The next stage of the 12-year contract with Nordkalk entails capacity expansion to 25 megawatts,... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329376/cortus-energy-charts-eco-friendly-path-process-industries?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329376/cortus-energy-charts-eco-friendly-path-process-industries?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 07:21:45 +0000 Nimbus Boats has been making waves in the boating arena since 1968. Delivering form and function, boats made by Nimbus perfectly embody Scandinavian design. Showcasing its expertise in building high-quality, seaworthy and environment-friendly boats, Nimbus yet again raises the bar in the industry as it launches the 405 Coupe next month. The 405 is the bigger version of the 365 Coupe, the award-winning Nimbus boat voted last year as European Power Boat of the Year. Reflecting the timeless... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329375/nimbus-sets-sail-china?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329375/nimbus-sets-sail-china?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 07:18:13 +0000 Dubbed as Sweden's most business-friendly city, Solna continuously undergoes transformation. The city gets another boost in its progressive growth with the zoning and development of Haga Norra led by real estate firm Catena. An expansive prime location easily accessible to Stockholm and Sundbyberg, Haga Norra is an important hub for high-level business activities. Haga Norra is near Kista Science City, the largest information and communication technology cluster in the Nordic region. Other... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329366/haga-norra-adds-green-lifestyle-urban-landscape?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329366/haga-norra-adds-green-lifestyle-urban-landscape?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 07:14:06 +0000 In the hands of Hans Andersson Recycling, waste is a valuable resource that can further yield many useful materials. Hans Andersson Recycling advocates a more ecologically sustainable future by breathing new life into old things, maximising their value and extending their life cycle. Hans Andersson Recycling is among Sweden's major recycling firms. It has the capacity to handle 700,000 metric tonnes of waste, processing all things recyclable, including paper, plastics, metals, wood, batteries... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329365/hans-andersson-recycling-finds-gold-waste?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329365/hans-andersson-recycling-finds-gold-waste?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 07:10:33 +0000 A new culture is brewing across Asia, as more people spend time savouring a good cup of coffee. Whether through pushing a button on an automatic coffee machine or operating a manual espresso maker, Crem International aims to take this Asian experience to the next level. "We are the leading traditional espresso brand in China, which is the gateway to Asia for us," says CEO Sebastian Lindstrom. "Our China operations are very much for taking care of customers in the whole Asia-Pacific... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329364/crem-stirs-asian-coffee-experience?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329364/crem-stirs-asian-coffee-experience?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 07:06:55 +0000 Education, research and interaction have transformed orebro University from one of Sweden's youngest universities to among its fastest-growing research institutions. "orebro University emphasises innovative programmes, interdisciplinary research and community collaboration for sustainable growth," says Anna Ragen, head of external relations. "Sustainability should encompass economic, environmental and humanitarian issues. This is why our body of research - from social sciences to the humanities,... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329277/orebro-university-fyrklovern-bridge-research-and-industries-idea-bank?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329277/orebro-university-fyrklovern-bridge-research-and-industries-idea-bank?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 04:22:29 +0000 Be it Tetra Pak's beverage-filling machines, DeLaval's milking robots, Atlas Copco's drilling machines or Saab Group's defence systems, Mastec's finely tuned relay team ensures each piece of equipment performs not just to run, but also to win the race. The subcontractor of choice for some of the world's leaders in defence, medical technology, food processing, engineering vehicles and manufacture of related products, Mastec helps clients from concept and product development to production and... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329276/mastec-helps-industry-leaders-win-quality-efficiency-race?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329276/mastec-helps-industry-leaders-win-quality-efficiency-race?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 04:18:46 +0000 Hong Kong has long established itself as the gateway to the mainland, allowing companies from all over the world to set up offices here to tap the enormous market north of the border. This may be the case for brand names and large corporations, but smaller firms wanting to gain a foothold on the mainland find the going much tougher, according to Hakan Frimanson, general manager of Swedish building automation company Regin Controls. He says while Hong Kong's business environment is... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329273/mainland-red-tape-frustrates-small-firms?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329273/mainland-red-tape-frustrates-small-firms?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 04:09:40 +0000 Stockholm, Sweden's bustling capital, is a mixture of open spaces, residential areas and dream-like expanses of water. Home to 870,000 people, the town proper is actually 14 islands, haphazardly scattered between Lake Malaren and the Baltic Sea. With its medieval architecture and hi-tech builds, such as the new glass structure at Hornstull, this metropolis is the perfect setting for an eclectic array of bars, galleries, restaurants and shops. The city, which lies on the south-central east coast,... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329269/city-islands-offers-unforgettable-stopover?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329269/city-islands-offers-unforgettable-stopover?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 04:05:22 +0000 Hong Kong plays a crucial role in Sweden's economic and trade relations with the region, with the city having established itself as an important market on its own and also as a stepping stone to the mainland. Jorgen Halldin, the Swedish consul general for Hong Kong and Macau, says Swedish companies have a strong presence in the city. "Sweden has a substantial trade relationship with Hong Kong and China," Halldin says. "Virtually all of the large Swedish multinational companies are present in the... https://www.scmp.com/article/1329253/swedes-enjoy-trade-success?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1329253/swedes-enjoy-trade-success?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Oct 2013 03:05:39 +0000