https://www.scmp.com/rss/316683/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com The now-ageing hippies who took over a derelict naval base in Copenhagen more than 50 years ago and turned it into a freewheeling community known as Christiania want to boot out criminals who control the community’s lucrative market for hashish by ripping up the cobblestoned street where it openly changes hands. Over the years, there have been many attempts to halt the illegal hashish sales which have often ended in violent clashes between criminal gangs and police, with trading then quickly... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3258078/copenhagens-hippie-oasis-christiania-dont-want-gangsters-any-more-it-eyes-life-without-illegal?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3258078/copenhagens-hippie-oasis-christiania-dont-want-gangsters-any-more-it-eyes-life-without-illegal?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 06 Apr 2024 08:27:46 +0000 In January 2023, Rene Redzepi announced the closing of his world-famous Copenhagen dining room Noma – the five-time winner of the World’s 50 Best restaurant list and one of the hardest tables to book on earth – at the end of 2024. Now, Noma’s chef and co-owner is giving diners a reprieve. And a new venue to consider. Noma will return to Kyoto for a second residency at the end of the year. The 10-week engagement will once again be at the Ace Hotel Kyoto and run from October 8 to December 18. And... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3254282/worlds-best-restaurant-noma-stay-open-until-2025-it-eyes-return-kyoto-unfinished-business?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3254282/worlds-best-restaurant-noma-stay-open-until-2025-it-eyes-return-kyoto-unfinished-business?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 05 Mar 2024 13:12:09 +0000 Singapore maintained its position as the fifth least corrupt country in the world, according to the Transparency International Corruption Perceptions Index. Singapore remains the only Asian country to have been placed in the top 10 since the index was first published in 1995. It was third in 2018 and 2020, fourth in 2019 and 2021 and dropped to fifth in 2022 and 2023. The index ranks and measures countries by their perceived levels of public sector corruption. Countries are scored on a scale of... https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3250326/singapore-ranked-5th-least-corrupt-country-2023-only-asian-nation-top-10-denmark-finishes-first?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3250326/singapore-ranked-5th-least-corrupt-country-2023-only-asian-nation-top-10-denmark-finishes-first?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 30 Jan 2024 13:00:16 +0000 The Danish government said on Friday it was proposing legislation that would make it illegal to burn copies of the Koran in public places, part of the Nordic country’s effort to de-escalate tensions with Muslim countries. Denmark and Sweden have seen a string of protests in public in recent weeks where copies of the Koran have been burned or otherwise damaged, prompting outrage in Muslim nations which have demanded the Nordic governments put a stop to the burnings. “The government will propose... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3232349/danish-government-prepares-bill-stop-koran-burnings-after-muslim-countries-demands?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3232349/danish-government-prepares-bill-stop-koran-burnings-after-muslim-countries-demands?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 25 Aug 2023 11:44:18 +0000 From a dank Kyiv bomb shelter to the bright stage lights of Europe’s theatres, a Ukrainian youth choir’s hymns in praise of freedom offer a kind of healing balm to its war-scarred members. The Shchedryk ensemble, described as Kyiv’s oldest professional children’s choir, were in the Danish capital this week for a performance as part of an international tour that also took them to New York’s famed Carnegie Hall. It was supposed to be part of a busy year to celebrate the choir’s 50th anniversary.... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3202844/ukrainian-youth-choir-defies-war-touring-world-messages-freedom?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3202844/ukrainian-youth-choir-defies-war-touring-world-messages-freedom?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 10 Dec 2022 12:44:51 +0000 Denmark’s largest energy company said Russia cut off its gas supply on Wednesday because it refused to pay in roubles, in the latest escalation over European energy amid the war in Ukraine. Russia previously halted natural gas supplies to Finland, Poland and Bulgaria for refusing a demand to pay in roubles. And on Tuesday, the tap was turned off to the Netherlands. Danish energy company Ørsted said it still expected to be able to serve its customers. “We stand firm in our refusal to pay in... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3180049/russia-cuts-natural-gas-supply-denmark-escalation?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3180049/russia-cuts-natural-gas-supply-denmark-escalation?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 01 Jun 2022 12:27:13 +0000 Denmark warned on Thursday of a rising espionage threat from Russia, China, Iran and others, including in the Arctic region where global powers are jostling for resources and sea routes. The Danish Security and Intelligence Service said there had been numerous examples of attempted spying on Denmark, whose active global role had helped make it a tempting target. “The threat from foreign intelligence activities against Denmark, Greenland and the Faroe Islands has increased in recent years,”... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3163271/denmark-accuses-china-russia-and-iran-spying?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3163271/denmark-accuses-china-russia-and-iran-spying?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 13 Jan 2022 10:43:59 +0000 Former Danish immigration minister Inger Stojberg, known for her hardline stance in that role, was handed a 60-day prison sentence on Monday by an impeachment court for having illegally ordered the separation of underage couples seeking asylum. Stojberg was accused of knowingly breaking the law by ordering the separation of all asylum-seeking refugee couples where at least one was under 18 years of age, a violation of the European Convention on Human Rights. Under Danish and human rights law,... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3159571/danish-ex-minister-sentenced-underage-asylum-separations-case?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3159571/danish-ex-minister-sentenced-underage-asylum-separations-case?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Dec 2021 15:00:50 +0000 Greenland is not for sale and the idea of selling it to the United States is absurd, Denmark’s prime minister said on Sunday after an economic adviser to President Donald Trump confirmed the US interest in buying the world’s largest island. “Greenland is not for sale. Greenland is not Danish. Greenland belongs to Greenland. I strongly hope that this is not meant seriously,” Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen told the newspaper Sermitsiaq during a visit to Greenland. Trump confirmed to... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3023341/danish-pm-mette-frederiksen-says-donald-trumps-idea-selling?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3023341/danish-pm-mette-frederiksen-says-donald-trumps-idea-selling?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 18 Aug 2019 22:31:32 +0000 Denmark's relations with China reached an all-time high this year, with the Scandinavian country sending two high-level delegations to the nation, led by royalty and the prime minister. In April, Queen Margrethe II and Prince Consort Henrik made an official state visit to China along with four Danish ministers and 135 CEOs, conducting meetings with President Xi Jinping and other leading Chinese figures. It was the largest and most ambitious state visit in Danish history, in which 16 bilateral... https://www.scmp.com/article/1644444/building-strong-ties-china?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1644444/building-strong-ties-china?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2014 04:51:22 +0000 Anyone in Hong Kong looking for the flavours and textures of genuine Danish cuisine can hop on a plane to Copenhagen or, rather more conveniently, head instead to Hang Hau village in Tseung Kwan O. There, they will find the Lardos Steak House, which on request is ready to lay on a full spread of traditional fare for expatriate Danes in search of a taste of home or, indeed, anyone else keen to try a distinctive menu based on fresh seafood and the very best farm ingredients. "To many people,... https://www.scmp.com/article/1644443/danish-food-not-only-sandwiches?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1644443/danish-food-not-only-sandwiches?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2014 04:49:58 +0000 Copenhagen, the Danish capital, is a blend of the historic and the contemporary. Home to just over 1.25 million individuals, the metropolis is blessed with a plethora of enticing shops, cosy eateries and swanky nightspots; a cutting-edge art scene; and a pristine town centre, smattered with imposing 17th-century buildings. Copenhagen can trace its origins back to the 10th century, when it started out as a small fishing hamlet. Over the next 300 years it rapidly grew in size thanks to the... https://www.scmp.com/article/1644439/ancient-heart-metropolis-beats-strongly?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1644439/ancient-heart-metropolis-beats-strongly?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2014 04:47:49 +0000 With a global market share of 45 per cent, Kosan Crisplant (KC) remains the undisputed market leader in the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) industry. Its broad spectrum of offerings includes equipment and systems for filling and maintenance of LPG cylinders, complemented by after-sales, engineering and facility management services. Through its trading division KC ProSupply, KC offers equipment and parts for cryogenic and other industrial gases in addition to LPG, and seeks to expand its product... https://www.scmp.com/article/1644432/kosan-crisplant-expands-horizons-ventures-lng?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1644432/kosan-crisplant-expands-horizons-ventures-lng?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2014 04:42:08 +0000 Exponential growth in Asia's mobile phone market, combined with increasing weather disturbances, compels telecommunications companies to invest in critical backup power for their infrastructure. SerEnergy, Denmark's pioneer in fuel cell technology, offers unprecedented benefits with methanol-fuelled systems that are compact - one-tenth the size of conventional diesel generator sets - yet achieve longer runtimes. "Its power density is about four to five times greater than any other product in the... https://www.scmp.com/article/1644430/pioneering-serenergy-deploys-revolutionary-methanol-fuelled-power-systems-region?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1644430/pioneering-serenergy-deploys-revolutionary-methanol-fuelled-power-systems-region?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2014 04:39:44 +0000 Established amid Denmark's highly competitive financial market, BankInvest has created many of the world's best-performing mutual funds. The country's third-largest asset manager, however, offers more than record yields. With shareholders comprising 40 Danish banks and links to global financial institutions, BankInvest leverages a strong distribution network for its products. "We were among the first movers in emerging and pre-emerging or frontier markets," says Bo Foged, BankInvest's... https://www.scmp.com/article/1644429/bankinvest-delivers-robust-yields-frontier-markets?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1644429/bankinvest-delivers-robust-yields-frontier-markets?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2014 04:38:15 +0000 Following Huawei's milestone contract with Danish telecommunications company TDC to build and manage Denmark's next-generation mobile network, Copenhagen Capacity looks to China for more high-profile partnerships in Denmark's leading industries. "We're talking about sophisticated Chinese companies that are extremely brilliant in developing new solutions," says Claus Lonborg, CEO of Copenhagen Capacity. "The entire business project is completely different when they are involved because the... https://www.scmp.com/article/1644428/copenhagen-capacity-cultivates-lasting-chinese-partnerships?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1644428/copenhagen-capacity-cultivates-lasting-chinese-partnerships?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2014 04:36:28 +0000 High-quality fishmeal made in China will become a reality by 2016 with TripleNine's maiden production facility in Shidao, the largest fishing hub in north China. The first Danish investment in Shandong features cutting-edge technology developed by TripleNine over decades of leadership in northern Europe. "Asian customers rely on our brand because we have developed high-quality products through the years, based on the most advanced technologies in the industry," says Lars Laursen, CEO of... https://www.scmp.com/article/1644418/triplenines-cutting-edge-facility-opens-possibilities-greater-food-safety?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1644418/triplenines-cutting-edge-facility-opens-possibilities-greater-food-safety?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2014 04:34:57 +0000 While Scandinavian chic remains at the helm of the international fashion scene, iconic Danish label By Malene Birger is setting the trend for Nordic vogue in Asia. The upscale Copenhagen-based international designer brand has just opened a boutique in Hong Kong in a bid to capture the growing Asian appreciation for understated elegance and minimalistic edginess in fashion. "Our brand is different because By Malene Birger has a signature," says Charlotte Egelund, CEO. "It could be in the way we... https://www.scmp.com/article/1644394/malene-birger-brings-scandinavian-fashion-asia?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1644394/malene-birger-brings-scandinavian-fashion-asia?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2014 03:42:12 +0000 A shift in attitude towards children in the 1970s sparked the origins of award-winning Scandinavian children's furniture maker FLEXA. As children's bedrooms changed from a place purely for sleep into a place to study and play, FLEXA has evolved alongside into a full room supplier of children's furniture and accessories. "That change in society, where children have their own space, appealed to our founders," says CEO Carsten Madsen. "Creating the right environment for children helps pave the way... https://www.scmp.com/article/1644391/flexa-furniture-adds-playful-touch-childrens-rooms?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1644391/flexa-furniture-adds-playful-touch-childrens-rooms?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2014 03:39:01 +0000 Design School Kolding and Tongji University have set up a joint fashion education programme that combines Danish and Chinese design to promote sustainability and trade. The two universities have worked together for more than 10 years and the new bachelor's fashion programme, which will start next year, is the latest addition to an impressive portfolio of joint projects. Design School Kolding hopes that its partnership with Tongji University will serve as a gateway for increased business... https://www.scmp.com/article/1644388/design-school-kolding-joins-fashion-forces-tongji-university?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1644388/design-school-kolding-joins-fashion-forces-tongji-university?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2014 03:35:37 +0000 Every week, partners at leading Danish law firm Rønne & Lundgren meet together at its mergers and acquisition department to discuss potential business opportunities for clients. While identifying the best local partners for international investors, the company is also helping Danish companies collaborate in China for innovative ventures such as pig genetics and elderly care. Going beyond traditional legal services, such aggressive value creation has made Ronne & Lundgren one of Denmark's... https://www.scmp.com/article/1644387/ronne-lundgren-creates-value-strong-network?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1644387/ronne-lundgren-creates-value-strong-network?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2014 03:33:36 +0000 Answering the call for cleaner and more efficient technologies, Danish wind turbine blade enabler SSP Technology leads the way in wind energy solutions. A partnership with German wind turbine manufacturer Senvion to develop a 74.4-metre blade is underway for installation on a 6mW offshore wind turbine. A recent company visit from Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark and Rasmus Helveg Petersen, minister for climate, energy and buildings, reflects SSP's expertise in developing competitive,... https://www.scmp.com/article/1644381/wind-power-technologies-fly-high-ssp-blades?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1644381/wind-power-technologies-fly-high-ssp-blades?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2014 03:14:05 +0000 Recognising the vast investment opportunities in the growth economies of Asia and Africa, Andersen Consult serves as a gateway for Danish entrepreneurs seeking to establish successful and lasting businesses in these frontier markets. Since 2002, the management consultancy firm has assumed a dual mandate of using business co-operation to spur economic and social development in its project countries and helping advance globalisation objectives of Danish companies. "We strive to pass on Danish... https://www.scmp.com/article/1644380/andersen-consult-brings-lasting-entrepreneurial-success-region?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1644380/andersen-consult-brings-lasting-entrepreneurial-success-region?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2014 03:12:38 +0000 Vikings may have lived centuries ago, but at ScanTech Marine, the knowledge and skills of these early European seafarers endure. The young Danish company brings Scandinavian-quality marine engineering services and green technologies to an expanding global maritime industry, steering itself towards more eco-friendly vessels. "Since establishing ScanTech Marine in February this year, we have been building our service division - covering troubleshooting for marine engines, controllable pitch... https://www.scmp.com/article/1644379/scantech-marine-ships-eco-friendly-expertise-asia?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1644379/scantech-marine-ships-eco-friendly-expertise-asia?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2014 03:09:20 +0000 Satisfying today's audiophile can be challenging and costly for manufacturers of modern devices such as smartphones, tablets, Bluetooth soundbars and in-car entertainment systems, as great-sounding audio systems usually come with large and pricey speakers. Manufacturers are thus turning to audio enhancement software technology specialists such as AM3D to improve the listening experience of end users. AM3D provides global mobile and car companies with the opportunity to offer high-quality sound... https://www.scmp.com/article/1644378/sound-comes-alive-am3d-audio-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1644378/sound-comes-alive-am3d-audio-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2014 03:07:11 +0000 Owing to three regional trends - rapid urbanisation, growing population and increasing consumer affluence - international investors have tapped Asia's huge market potential. For Brodrene Hartmann (Hartmann), a leading manufacturer of recyclable and biodegradable moulded-fibre egg packaging, Asia also represents demand sustainability. The region accounts for 60 per cent of global egg production. Headquartered in Denmark, Hartmann is a market leader in Europe and enjoys sustained growth in North... https://www.scmp.com/article/1644371/hartmann-taps-asias-growing-egg-packaging-market?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1644371/hartmann-taps-asias-growing-egg-packaging-market?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2014 03:04:17 +0000 Enjoyed as one of the most popular treats, butter cookies have delighted millions of people all over the world with their crisp, sweet and buttery taste. The delectable treat was also responsible for a love story that blossomed in a small Danish village more than 80 years ago. Selling his beloved Anna's wonderful buttery cookies to neighbouring villages, Marinus Kjeldsen and his wife opened their first commercial bakery in 1933. This established and sealed Denmark's spot in the global cookie... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643833/kelsen-group-delights-cookie-lovers-worldwide?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643833/kelsen-group-delights-cookie-lovers-worldwide?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 09:52:10 +0000 Insight, inspiration, innovation and implementation - these are the key aspects behind DEKO's successful foray into assembling distinct partitions within China's leading banks, premier universities and government offices. Having worked on more than 2,000 landmark projects in China, the partitions specialist is renowned as a trailblazer in the construction and interior design industry. It continues to develop top-calibre glazed partitioning solutions and demountable systems to back the growing... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643832/deko-spearheading-innovative-interiors-asia?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643832/deko-spearheading-innovative-interiors-asia?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 09:51:06 +0000 Propelled by more stringent regulatory standards for managing and reducing harmful combustion emissions, the global emission control market for diesel- and gas-powered commercial engines is forecast to reach a value of Euro7 billion (HK$67.8 billion) by 2020. Strongly positioned to thrive in this global setting is Dinex Group, a world-leading developer, manufacturer and distributor of complete exhaust systems and emission control solutions for commercial vehicles and industrial... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643830/dinex-thrives-increasing-adoption-cleantech-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643830/dinex-thrives-increasing-adoption-cleantech-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 09:48:42 +0000 Innovation is the game changer in the information and communications technology (ICT) sector. With experienced engineers comprising its research and development (R&D) team, RTX pushes the limits of advanced wireless technologies for next-generation ICT and wireless solutions in the areas of enterprise, industrial, audio, consumer and health care. "RTX was built to establish wireless technology standards. We have profound knowledge of these standards and are able to use them to their limits,"... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643827/rtx-raises-standards-wireless-technology?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643827/rtx-raises-standards-wireless-technology?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 09:44:40 +0000 Denmark's second-largest seafood company J.P. Klausen (JPK) spreads its net wider to capture fresh opportunities in China and the rest of Asia. Known for putting a premium on food safety, quality and freshness, JPK gears to serve to Chinese consumers wild-caught fish from the North Sea. "Being in the fresh produce market gives us first-mover advantage in delivering untainted products from the trawlers straight to the consumers," says Jens Peter Klausen, founder and managing director. The company... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643825/jp-klausen-captures-fresh-opportunities-asia?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643825/jp-klausen-captures-fresh-opportunities-asia?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 09:42:18 +0000 Workplace safety is not an option; it is a necessity. For workwear and safety footwear specialist Mascot International, it is also an uncompromising commitment and a social responsibility. "MASCOT supplies more than protective clothing. We deliver solutions and peace of mind to clients, who similarly value quality over anything else," says CEO Michael Grosbol. "This was our vision as a small family-owned company in 1982, and the promise we continue to keep as the largest privately owned workwear... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643818/mascot-workwear-delivers-safety-and-peace-mind?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643818/mascot-workwear-delivers-safety-and-peace-mind?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 09:32:57 +0000 A third-generation family niche company, OMMELIFT traces its roots to 1906 as the local forge in Sønder-Omme, Denmark. Growing from strength to strength, the company has successfully transformed into a global player in the lift equipment industry while upholding its long-standing foundations built on trust, honesty and credibility. OMMELIFT has been manufacturing aerial platforms since 1980. The company provides a range of crawler-mounted and trailer-mounted lifts, with sales averaging 500 units... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643811/ommelift-pursues-greater-heights-access-platforms?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643811/ommelift-pursues-greater-heights-access-platforms?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 09:19:50 +0000 For many years, Global Timber has been supplying manufacturers worldwide with the finest hardwood for furniture, flooring and other finished wood products. The company's success, however, goes beyond prompt delivery, excellent quality and competitive pricing. With its profound understanding of the industry and strong supply network worldwide, Global Timber guarantees strict compliance with international environmental regulations. "We spend significant resources setting up our due diligence... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643810/global-timber-assures-compliance-environmental-laws?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643810/global-timber-assures-compliance-environmental-laws?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 09:18:30 +0000 After years of collaborative research, Danish industrial biotechnology company Aquaporin has discovered a highly efficient wastewater treatment method. The technique mimics how plants pull out water from the soil using tiny channels called aquaporins in a process known as forward osmosis, a method that does not require energy. With industrial research partners and Singapore's Nanyang Technological University, Aquaporin has developed a protein membrane that does the same thing. Featuring water... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643807/aquaporins-breakthrough-technology-enables-cost-effective-wastewater-treatment?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643807/aquaporins-breakthrough-technology-enables-cost-effective-wastewater-treatment?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 09:15:11 +0000 Authenticity is in the detail, more so when it comes to producing sound without any distortion. Understanding, believing and upholding this concept has made loudspeaker specialist Dynaudio synonymous with "authentic fidelity". "There is no colouring of the sound, no extra bass, no compromise; that is authentic fidelity," says managing director Lars Prisak. "That is also why Dynaudio is used everywhere from small Danish studios to BBC and Warner, in blockbusters including Casino Royale and... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643803/dynaudio-upholds-authentic-fidelity-asias-audiophiles?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643803/dynaudio-upholds-authentic-fidelity-asias-audiophiles?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 09:03:37 +0000 Bridging profitability and environmental friendliness in the marine industry is a titanic task, especially in the field of emission reduction. Next-generation technologies are fortunately narrowing the gap - and leading the charge is Marine Exhaust Technology. "Addressing marine environmental issues has become more imperative than ever," says managing director and CEO Jens Peter Faldt. "The good news is that cutting-edge technologies are enabling shipowners to go green without compromising their... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643802/greener-fuel-efficient-ships-sail-marine-exhaust-technology?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643802/greener-fuel-efficient-ships-sail-marine-exhaust-technology?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 08:58:32 +0000 Creating thousands of decorative pots for plant producers each year, Dymak helps plant growers and nurseries improve their businesses with its range of customisable products that adds value to any flower or green plant. It employs its 15-year product development experience to expand revenue margins of horticulture businesses worldwide. Transforming plants into charming household items, Dymak provides today's consumers a variety of functional yet trendy enhancements for flowers and plants.... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643796/dymak-backs-agile-growers-trendy-plant-upgrades?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643796/dymak-backs-agile-growers-trendy-plant-upgrades?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 08:55:41 +0000 Revenues in China's dental equipment industry have been increasing year-on-year - from HK$3.45 billion in 2012 to HK$5.26 billion in October last year - signifying greater demand for dental services. This robust industry development is forecast to grow by more than 30 per cent by 2016. Digital solutions provider 3Shape aims to contribute to the continued growth of the dental industry in China and the rest of the world. The company is revolutionising dental care with its computer-aided design... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643792/digital-dentistry-advances-3shape-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643792/digital-dentistry-advances-3shape-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 08:53:07 +0000 China's increasing preference for product safety and quality fuels the demand for processing equipment parts, such as valves and pumps, that conform to international standards. Honed by 45 years of expertise, AVK GUMMI is a reliable partner in innovative industrial rubber solutions. "Rubber parts are considered the heart of the valves, and the valves' functionality and durability hinge on the rubber quality," says Peter Lorentzen, managing director. AVK GUMMI's commitment to excellence,... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643791/avk-gummi-delivers-high-performance-rubber-components?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643791/avk-gummi-delivers-high-performance-rubber-components?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 08:51:02 +0000 Strengthening its position as "the world's innovative bakery", Jacobsens Bakery is focused on creating excitement and "happy moments" with its products and concepts. In consonance with this strategy, the company invested in a state-of-the-art, fully automated baking and packing line that became operational in December last year. "We made this investment to keep up with mounting consumer demand for high-quality tinned cookies, especially in Asia," says managing director Jan Jacobsen, whose father... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643784/cookies-tins-jacobsens-bakery-leads-innovation?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643784/cookies-tins-jacobsens-bakery-leads-innovation?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 08:43:51 +0000 When it comes to furniture design, the Scandinavian aesthetic is stylish and iconic. With clean lines and minimalist motifs, Scandinavian-made furniture represents the perfect marriage of form and function. Continuing the tradition of Scandinavian creativity, furniture supplier Interstil focuses on sustainability to ensure the well-being of customers, employees and the environment. Part of furniture and interior expert Interstil Group, Interstil Denmark designs and manufactures dining, living,... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643783/interstil-brings-scandinavian-aesthetic-global-stage?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643783/interstil-brings-scandinavian-aesthetic-global-stage?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 08:39:18 +0000 The basis of successful co-operation within new buildings and offshore installations is trust - established for years with a reliable partner. Clients find such ideal partners in OSK-Offshore and OSK-ShipTech, whose expertise within maritime consultancy in offshore wind energy projects and passenger vessels has guided clients through every stage of construction in projects across Asia and the globe. "We assist and inspire shipowners from the first ideas to the delivery of the vessel, ensuring a... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643722/osk-offshore-and-osk-shiptech-nurture-lasting-business-relationships?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643722/osk-offshore-and-osk-shiptech-nurture-lasting-business-relationships?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 06:46:08 +0000 Compliance with food safety laws has become a major market concern in recent years, as tighter hygiene regulations in growing economies have spurred increasing competition among food manufacturers across China and Asia. Responding to these issues in time for its 25th anniversary next year, Danish cleaning solutions provider System Cleaners has launched a series of automated equipment that promises optimal food production safety and minimal resource usage. "Ours is a very simple, robust and... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643716/system-cleaners-addresses-food-safety-needs-focuses-quality?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643716/system-cleaners-addresses-food-safety-needs-focuses-quality?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 06:42:41 +0000 As the working lifestyle in Asia takes a faster pace, more people turn to convenience food for their meals. Danishbakery satisfies this demand with meal solutions that reflect the Danish hallmarks of quality, innovation, food safety and taste. Danishbakery - Denmark's largest producer of convenience bakery products - provides thaw-and-serve, bake-off and pre-baked items that fit well into modern cooking systems. "We offer both traditional and innovative convenience Danish bakery products that... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643715/danishbakery-breaks-mould-total-bakery-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643715/danishbakery-breaks-mould-total-bakery-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 06:39:46 +0000 Known for their thick, hearty preserves bursting with luscious fruit flavours, Fynbo Foods' jams have been a staple on Danish tables as a perfect accompaniment for breakfast or tea time fare. Looking to further enrich mealtimes and consumer dining experiences, Fynbo branches out to produce vegetable condiments and source products such as juices and seafood for marketing under its own brand. Whether producing for a private label or for its own brand, Fynbo always puts importance on quality. Fynbo... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643673/fynbo-woos-asians-sweet-and-savoury-offerings?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643673/fynbo-woos-asians-sweet-and-savoury-offerings?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 04:43:35 +0000 As China vows to improve insurance services to stimulate innovation and entrepreneurship, insurance brokers are optimistic the move will provide a tailwind for the growth of commercial insurance in the country. Supporting the transformation of the insurance sector into a modern corporate system, Dahlberg Assurance Brokers offers its 95-year experience and knowledge in risk management and insurance administration to safeguard businesses in Asia and worldwide. "We develop tailor-made insurance... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643670/insurance-industry-benefits-dahlbergs-independence?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643670/insurance-industry-benefits-dahlbergs-independence?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 04:32:44 +0000 Denmark introduced to the world nursing and home care for the elderly in the 1800s. In the same pioneering spirit, the country today is leading another emerging global trend in elderly care. With consultancy and training company Type2dialog in the frontline, Denmark is promoting the concept of rehabilitation from Scandinavia to Asia, especially in China. "Instead of just giving patients what they need, we provide them what they want by helping them do things they were able to do before," says... https://www.scmp.com/article/1643669/type2dialog-has-visions-world-class-elderly-care-china?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1643669/type2dialog-has-visions-world-class-elderly-care-china?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Nov 2014 04:30:31 +0000