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Swedish companies play a high-profile role in Hong Kong's everyday life, whether it's the handy designs on sale in one of the three Ikea stores, or the trendsetting fashion items laid out in H&M's new flagship store opening this week at Causeway Bay's Fashion Walk.
Swedish companies play a high-profile role in Hong Kong's everyday life, whether it's the handy designs on sale in one of the three Ikea stores, or the trendsetting fashion items laid out in H&M's new flagship store opening this week at Causeway Bay's Fashion Walk.
The relationship between Sweden and Hong Kong, where trade and investments are key areas, dates back many years. Today, there are around 1,500 Swedes living in Hong Kong and 160 to 180 Swedish companies present here.
The relationship between Sweden and Hong Kong, where trade and investments are key areas, dates back many years. Today, there are around 1,500 Swedes living in Hong Kong and 160 to 180 Swedish companies present here.
Hedson Technologies is racing to serve Asia's budding automotive aftermarket. Forecasting the continued growth of the vehicle service and repair business, the leading body and paint shop equipment provider is pursuing partnerships, acquisitions and joint ventures to triple its revenue in the next three years.
Hedson Technologies is racing to serve Asia's budding automotive aftermarket. Forecasting the continued growth of the vehicle service and repair business, the leading body and paint shop equipment provider is pursuing partnerships, acquisitions and joint ventures to triple its revenue in the next three years.
Sustainability is a way of life at Callans Tra, a mid-sized forest and sawmill owner, and a leader in Sweden's bioenergy scene.
Sustainability is a way of life at Callans Tra, a mid-sized forest and sawmill owner, and a leader in Sweden's bioenergy scene.
Swedish speciality pharmaceutical company Moberg Pharma has brought its flagship product, Kerasal Nail, to China, capitalising on the brand's strong market acceptance in Europe, Canada and the United States. "We're getting a very positive response, confirming that our product satisfies a huge unmet need in Asia," says Peter Wolpert, founder and CEO.
Swedish speciality pharmaceutical company Moberg Pharma has brought its flagship product, Kerasal Nail, to China, capitalising on the brand's strong market acceptance in Europe, Canada and the United States. "We're getting a very positive response, confirming that our product satisfies a huge unmet need in Asia," says Peter Wolpert, founder and CEO.
The same passion that has raised the efficiencies of leading European financial institutions will soon sweep Asia, starting in China. Lean, agile and continuously innovating, Swedish financial software specialist LeanDev will introduce its cutting-edge solutions on the mainland this year, giving potential local clients a technological edge in the market.
The same passion that has raised the efficiencies of leading European financial institutions will soon sweep Asia, starting in China. Lean, agile and continuously innovating, Swedish financial software specialist LeanDev will introduce its cutting-edge solutions on the mainland this year, giving potential local clients a technological edge in the market.
Asia's maritime sector is making huge strides in global trade traffic - nine out of the top 10 busiest port cities are in the region. With 90 per cent of its business coming from Asia, Scanjet Group reinforces regional dominance in tank management and tank-cleaning systems for marine, offshore and industrial applications.
Asia's maritime sector is making huge strides in global trade traffic - nine out of the top 10 busiest port cities are in the region. With 90 per cent of its business coming from Asia, Scanjet Group reinforces regional dominance in tank management and tank-cleaning systems for marine, offshore and industrial applications.
Supporting electronics manufacturers as they respond to increasingly sophisticated market demands, innovation-driven firm Mycronic offers cutting-edge solutions that pave the way for the next big breakthrough in the electronics industry.
Supporting electronics manufacturers as they respond to increasingly sophisticated market demands, innovation-driven firm Mycronic offers cutting-edge solutions that pave the way for the next big breakthrough in the electronics industry.
Skype and Spotify, two technological breakthroughs making waves in the digital world, count two enterprising Swedes among their founders. AstraZeneca and Volvo are home-grown Swedish companies that have become renowned globally in their respective fields. The list of Sweden's finest would not be complete without IKEA, the iconic company that popularised Scandinavian minimalistic furniture and the cult-classic Swedish meatballs. Sweden is leaving its mark around the world and is continuing to reap global acclaim for its innovativeness.
Skype and Spotify, two technological breakthroughs making waves in the digital world, count two enterprising Swedes among their founders. AstraZeneca and Volvo are home-grown Swedish companies that have become renowned globally in their respective fields. The list of Sweden's finest would not be complete without IKEA, the iconic company that popularised Scandinavian minimalistic furniture and the cult-classic Swedish meatballs. Sweden is leaving its mark around the world and is continuing to reap global acclaim for its innovativeness.
There is little room for mistakes when it comes to transporting high-value, temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals and health care products. This is why industry leaders such as Roche, Novartis and Pfizer take no chances - and turn to Envirotainer and its active temperature-controlled solutions.
There is little room for mistakes when it comes to transporting high-value, temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals and health care products. This is why industry leaders such as Roche, Novartis and Pfizer take no chances - and turn to Envirotainer and its active temperature-controlled solutions.
The reliability of data communications in mission-critical operations - whether on the road, below the earth's surface or out in the open seas - can spell the difference between ground-breaking success and utter disaster. Few understand this better than Westermo, whose diverse industrial switches, routers, extenders, modems and converters are used for data communications in demanding applications.
The reliability of data communications in mission-critical operations - whether on the road, below the earth's surface or out in the open seas - can spell the difference between ground-breaking success and utter disaster. Few understand this better than Westermo, whose diverse industrial switches, routers, extenders, modems and converters are used for data communications in demanding applications.
Asia's growing economy, projected to average 5.4 per cent annually from 2014 to 2018, is creating the need for more reliable logistics providers that can offer a wide range of versatile transport solutions. Positioned to enhance trade between Asia and the Nordic region, the Sweden-based subsidiary of DB Schenker is primed to provide clients first-rate land, air, rail and ocean logistics solutions.
Asia's growing economy, projected to average 5.4 per cent annually from 2014 to 2018, is creating the need for more reliable logistics providers that can offer a wide range of versatile transport solutions. Positioned to enhance trade between Asia and the Nordic region, the Sweden-based subsidiary of DB Schenker is primed to provide clients first-rate land, air, rail and ocean logistics solutions.
Excavators have been indispensable construction machineries since their invention more than a century ago, but with the advent of engcon's cutting-edge tiltrotators, the capabilities of the heavy equipment have expanded far beyond excavation. Serving as the excavator's wrist, tiltrotators allow the machine to tilt and rotate work tools. Its hydraulic quick hitch makes it possible to safely switch between tools and attachments on the excavator faster.
Excavators have been indispensable construction machineries since their invention more than a century ago, but with the advent of engcon's cutting-edge tiltrotators, the capabilities of the heavy equipment have expanded far beyond excavation. Serving as the excavator's wrist, tiltrotators allow the machine to tilt and rotate work tools. Its hydraulic quick hitch makes it possible to safely switch between tools and attachments on the excavator faster.
Ingenious ideas start with a spark; great innovations begin with the right set of tools and machinery. For industry leaders whose ideas shape industries the world over, this means making no compromises on quality while maximising value for money.
Ingenious ideas start with a spark; great innovations begin with the right set of tools and machinery. For industry leaders whose ideas shape industries the world over, this means making no compromises on quality while maximising value for money.
Having built a strong and trusted reputation in insurance and reinsurance in more than 145 countries, Sirius International Insurance Corp has extensive capacity to adapt its expertise to meet the varying demands of clients from different cultural backgrounds.
Having built a strong and trusted reputation in insurance and reinsurance in more than 145 countries, Sirius International Insurance Corp has extensive capacity to adapt its expertise to meet the varying demands of clients from different cultural backgrounds.
Supplying superior quality raw ingredients to leading food and nutrition companies in Sweden, Ewalco is distinguished as a strong and reliable business partner with a robust network of contacts across Europe and worldwide. Using natural ingredients in all its food products and recipes, the 35-year-old company is serving various segments in the food industry such as dairy, sport nutrition and ready-made food with its certified products.
Supplying superior quality raw ingredients to leading food and nutrition companies in Sweden, Ewalco is distinguished as a strong and reliable business partner with a robust network of contacts across Europe and worldwide. Using natural ingredients in all its food products and recipes, the 35-year-old company is serving various segments in the food industry such as dairy, sport nutrition and ready-made food with its certified products.
As extreme weather conditions heightened by climate change usher in the need for increased energy efficiency and reduced carbon emissions, the global market for district heating and cooling (DHC) systems is forecast to grow steadily over the next few years. Powerpipe Systems, a Nordic leader in the development, manufacturing and distribution of pre-insulated pipes and components, brings 30 years of reliability and Swedish expertise in DHC systems to the growing markets of Asia-Pacific.
As extreme weather conditions heightened by climate change usher in the need for increased energy efficiency and reduced carbon emissions, the global market for district heating and cooling (DHC) systems is forecast to grow steadily over the next few years. Powerpipe Systems, a Nordic leader in the development, manufacturing and distribution of pre-insulated pipes and components, brings 30 years of reliability and Swedish expertise in DHC systems to the growing markets of Asia-Pacific.
With the urbanisation of Asia's major cities opening doors for global construction projects, Nordic market leader Svedbergs - a Swedish pioneer in the development, manufacturing and marketing of the complete bathroom experience - brings its expertise to the region's growing metropolises.
With the urbanisation of Asia's major cities opening doors for global construction projects, Nordic market leader Svedbergs - a Swedish pioneer in the development, manufacturing and marketing of the complete bathroom experience - brings its expertise to the region's growing metropolises.
A market leader in airflow component design, Fergas lives by its slogan, "Experts in moving air - everywhere". The company brings more than 65 years of industry experience in delivering air moving solutions that address thermal, acoustic and energy efficiency requirements.
A market leader in airflow component design, Fergas lives by its slogan, "Experts in moving air - everywhere". The company brings more than 65 years of industry experience in delivering air moving solutions that address thermal, acoustic and energy efficiency requirements.
In an increasingly competitive market, Swedish speciality pulp producer Rottneros is building on its niche strategy and independent status to differentiate itself and sustain corporate growth. "We have secured a strong market position with our culture of innovation and specialised production focus," says Per Lundeen, president and CEO. "Our priority is to optimise pulp to meet the high standards of select niches in the paper industry."
In an increasingly competitive market, Swedish speciality pulp producer Rottneros is building on its niche strategy and independent status to differentiate itself and sustain corporate growth. "We have secured a strong market position with our culture of innovation and specialised production focus," says Per Lundeen, president and CEO. "Our priority is to optimise pulp to meet the high standards of select niches in the paper industry."
China has won six out of 10 men's world table tennis championships since 1959 and has topped all but two of the women's world championships since 1971.
China has won six out of 10 men's world table tennis championships since 1959 and has topped all but two of the women's world championships since 1971.
Asia's robust construction equipment industry spurs demand for market-tailored man-machine interface control solutions. As a leading original equipment manufacturer of customer-adapted control components for various industries, Caldaro harnesses internal and external competencies to bring added value to its customers.
Asia's robust construction equipment industry spurs demand for market-tailored man-machine interface control solutions. As a leading original equipment manufacturer of customer-adapted control components for various industries, Caldaro harnesses internal and external competencies to bring added value to its customers.