Singapore Norway Chamber of Commerce (SNCC)

SNCC Market Update: Exploring Opportunities Between Norway and Southeast Asia On Tuesday, we hosted a Market Update: Singapore and Southeast Asia at the iconic Oslo Børs, where over 50 participants filled the room for an inspiring morning of insights, discussions, and networking. Mathias Borge Bye opened the program with an insightful market snapshot, summarizing the highlights and trends that have shaped the year at Euronext Oslo Børs. We then welcomed Andy Lua from the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), who delivered a compelling presentation on how Singapore supports international business growth, particularly in green technology, fintech, and health sectors. Following Andy, Arne Kjetil Lian from Innovasjon Norge shared how Norwegian businesses are finding success in Singapore and Southeast Asia, emphasizing the importance of strategic support. He highlighted Innovation Norway’s role in facilitating opportunities across key sectors, including energy, technology, and healthcare. Arne Kjetil also introduced the Singapore Green Maritime High Potential Opportunities (HPO) program, aimed at helping Norwegian companies secure major export contracts in green maritime technologies, such as electrification and alternative fuels. Tone Dale from NBAS - Norwegian Business Association Singapore followed with practical insights on the value of strong local networks and how Team Norway supports businesses on the ground in Singapore, helping them connect, collaborate, and thrive in the region. The program concluded with the inspiring Ole Christian Troland from ECOsubsea, who presented their success story of establishing themselves in Singapore. Ole Christian praised Singapore’s ease of doing business and showcased how ECOsubsea’s sustainable maritime cleaning solutions are gaining international recognition. A big thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to the vibrant energy in the room! Special appreciation to Euronext Oslo Børs for hosting us and to Emma Kolstad and Jennifer Collier Grandin, whose efforts behind the scenes ensured a seamless and successful event. Not yet a member of SNCC? Now is the time to join our growing network! As a member, you gain access to: 🔹 Valuable market updates and insights 🔹 Exclusive networking opportunities with industry leaders 🔹 A strong platform for building connections in Singapore and Southeast Asia 📩 Contact us at secretariat@sncc.no or visit www.sncc.no to learn more. Together, let’s build bridges and create opportunities between Norway and Singapore!

The Pink Panther entering the City of Lions ECOsubsea is taking innovation to new depths with their revolutionary hull-cleaning device, the Panther, painted pink and engineered for maximum efficiency. Now making its mark in Singapore—the City of Lions, ECOsubsea is driving change with a blend of business acumen, technical expertise, and bold vision for the future of sustainable shipping. At the Market Update: Singapore and Southeast Asia December 17th, hear directly from the team whose dedication, creativity, and strategic approach have propelled their global expansion and inspired others to reimagine what’s possible. Why attend? ✅ Learn from trailblazers: Discover how the Panther cleans hulls 10 times faster, reduces emissions, and eases port congestion—delivering tangible benefits for the maritime industry. ✅ Gain practical insights: Take home actionable advice on networking, scaling innovations, and leveraging sustainability as a competitive advantage. ✅ Be inspired: Hear the story of a Norwegian company combining innovation, sharp business skills, and a commitment to environmental progress. 🗓 Date: Tuesday, 17 December 2024 ⏰ Time: 08:30 – 10:00 AM (Breakfast & networking from 08:15 AM) 📍 Location: Oslo Børs, Tollbugata 2, Oslo Let the ECOsubsea team show you how bold ideas and sharp strategies can create opportunities and drive change. ➡️ Register now via secretariat@sncc.no to secure your place and join the discussion on sustainable innovation in Asia! Tor Mikal Østervold, Silje Sjursen English, Ole Christian Troland, Anders Hegre, Trine Radmann

Expand your horizons in Asia with EDB Singapore Are you planning to grow your business or explore new opportunities in Asia? Don’t miss the chance to hear from Andy Lua from Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), during our Market Update: Singapore and Southeast Asia event December 17th. Andy Lua is the Regional Director for the Nordics with the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), where he works closely with Nordic companies to leverage Singapore for their growth and expansion into Asia. EDB is dedicated to driving sustainable economic growth, developing Singapore as a global powerhouse for innovation and expansion. Whether your company is aiming to establish a foothold in Asia or take your operations to the next level, this session offers practical insights to support your goals. Why attend? ✅ Learn how Singapore can serve as your strategic gateway to Asia, with targeted support for green technology, fintech, and healthtech sectors. ✅ Explore customized solutions and incentives EDB provides to help Nordic companies thrive in Southeast Asia. ✅ Gain actionable strategies to leverage Singapore’s strategic position and business-friendly environment for growth. 🗓 Date: Tuesday, 17 December 2024 ⏰ Time: 08:30 – 10:00 AM (Light breakfast & networking from 08:15 AM) 📍 Location: Oslo Børs, Tollbugata 2, Oslo This is your opportunity to hear directly from one of Asia’s leading economic agencies and shape your path to success in the region. ➡️ Limited seating: Register now to secure your spot and plan your next move in Asia by emailing secretariat@sncc.no. For more details on the event and our activities, visit our website: https://sncc.no/1928-2/

Exciting news! We are delighted to invite our members and friends to a Market Update on Singapore and Southeast Asia on December 17. Singapore and Southeast Asia present unique business opportunities for Norwegian companies. To help you navigate these markets, we welcome you to a key market update. 📅 Date: December 17, 2024 🕙 Time: 08:30 AM – 10:00 AM 📍 Location: Euronext Oslo Børs, Tollbugata 2, Oslo Start your morning with networking over coffee and a light breakfast before diving into insights from experts who work closely with businesses in Singapore: 🔹 Andy Lua, Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) Lua will provide an overview of how EDB supports foreign investments, with a focus on sectors such as green technology, fintech, and healthtech, as Singapore continues to develop its role as a regional business and innovation hub. 🔹 Arne Kjetil Lian, Director, Innovasjon Norge Singapore Lian will highlight how Norwegian companies have succeeded in Singapore, with particular emphasis on the maritime sector and Innovation Norway’s High Potential Opportunities export program for green maritime technologies. He will also discuss opportunities in other key sectors, such as energy, technology, and healthcare. 🔹 Tone Dale, Executive Director, NBAS - Norwegian Business Association Singapore Dale will offer practical advice for Norwegian companies looking to establish themselves in Singapore and explain NBAS’ role in supporting Norwegian businesses in Singapore. 🔹 ECOsubsea Hear success stories from this Norwegian company that has already made its mark in Singapore, sharing valuable insights into what it takes to thrive in this dynamic market. To register for this event, please RSVP by sending an email to secretariat@sncc.no by December 6. SNCC serves as a key bridge between Norway and Singapore, fostering economic ties between the two countries. By attending this event, you will gain access to an invaluable network and insights that can accelerate your business success in Asia. For more details on the event and our activities, visit our website: https://sncc.no/1928-2/

Big congratulations to Leonard Opitz Stornes and NBAS - Norwegian Business Association Singapore on an outstanding recruitment as Executive Director! And a huge congratulations to you, Tone Dale - we look forward to an active collaboration to create new business opportunities for Norwegian companies in Singapore and the region, and to strengthen the Norway-Singapore connection. We’re excited to meet you at SNIC 2024 next week and especially to welcome you to our breakfast event at Oslo Børs on December 17 for Market Update: Singapore and Southeast Asia. Erik Borgen, Charlotte Demeer Strøm, Jan Martin Holst, Øivind Amundsen, Trine Radmann, Ole Henæs, Bing Zhao, Lars Almklov, Bård Bjørløw, Finn Bjørnstad, Erlend Prytz, Emma Kolstad, Jennifer Collier Grandin, Arne Kjetil Lian, Trine Aamodt Johansen, Winnie C.

“Our very own” Pia Meling EMCEE at SNIC 2024! We’re proud to announce that our former board member, Pia Meling, has been selected as the EMCEE for SNIC 2024, taking place on November 6th and 7th in Singapore! SNCC is a proud partner of SNIC 2024 – sign up today, this is the event you don’t want to miss. Why attend? SNIC 2024 brings together companies from the maritime and energy sectors to explore innovation, foster collaboration, and create real business opportunities. It’s the perfect platform to engage with industry leaders and shape the future. From our side, board member and driving force behind our maritime activities, Erik Borgen, will be there alongside Nor-Shipping Director Sidsel Norvik. Register here: https://lnkd.in/dmmGE5Tb Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF), Beng Tee Tan Anders Hegre , Charlotte Demeer Strøm, Øivind Amundsen, Trine Radmann, Ole Henæs, Bing Zhao, Jan Martin Holst, Lars Almklov, Bård Bjørløw, Finn Bjørnstad, Erlend Prytz, Emma Kolstad, Jennifer Collier Grandin, NBAS - Norwegian Business Association Singapore, Leonard Opitz Stornes, Tone Dale, Torgeir Willumsen, Cristina Saenz de Santa Maria, Trine Aamodt Johansen, Winnie C. Norwegian Embassy in Singapore, Innovation Norway, Innovation Norway Asia and the Middle East, Arne Kjetil Lian, Daniel Seow

🌟 Seatrium’s Role in Driving Maritime Sustainability 🌟 This week, we’re sharing a three-part series about Seatrium, SNIC 2024's Silver Sponsor and a global leader in offshore, marine, and energy solutions. The Singaporean giant, with Norwegian subsidiaries such as LMG Marin AS and Sevan SSP, continues to innovate and lead the maritime industry's green transition. On Friday, we’ll explore Seatrium’s perspective on the strategic significance of these Norwegian subsidiaries. As a partner of SNIC 2024, SNCC is proud to promote Seatrium's contributions to a more sustainable maritime future. 🔹 Today: Discover CEO Chris Ong’s vision for a sustainable future, including: - Seatrium’s pivotal role in electrification and decarbonization. - Major projects supporting sustainable maritime operations. - Strategic collaborations driving green innovations. Chris Ong, Aziz Merchant, Judy Tan,Stian Teige, Kjell Einar Sortland, Frank Hopen, Anders Hegre, Charlotte Demeer Strøm, Erik Borgen, Lars Almklov, Bård Bjørløw, Finn Bjørnstad, Erlend Prytz, Emma Kolstad, Jennifer Collier Grandin, Øivind Amundsen, Trine Radmann, Bing Zhao, Jan Martin HolstInnovation Norway, Ole Henæs, Arne Kjetil Lian, Daniel Seow, Nikhil Garg, Bjørn Simonsen NBAS - Norwegian Business Association Singapore, Leonard Opitz Stornes, Tone Dale, Torgeir Willumsen, Cristina Saenz de Santa Maria, Norwegian Embassy in Singapore, Valentin Musangwa, Isis Luz, Nor-Shipping, Sidsel Norvik, Odin Aadland, Tereza Kjos #SNIC2024 #TeamNorway #NorwayMeansBusiness

Get ready for SNIC 2024—the maritime industry’s most important event this year! Happening on November 6-7 in Singapore, SNIC 2024 will bring global leaders together to explore new business opportunities in the green transition, discuss the future of shipping, and highlight innovation in sustainability. Backed by Singapore and Norway, this is the event you don’t want to miss. As a proud partner of SNIC 2024, the Singapore-Norway Chamber of Commerce (SNCC) is focused on strengthening business relations between the two nations. Our mission is to create relevant platforms for idea exchange and networking, and SNIC 2024 offers the perfect opportunity for that. A key challenge in the industry is data ownership—and it will be a central topic at SNIC. Frederik Lerche-Tornø, Vice President of Oceanly, will address the issue of who truly owns the data generated by ships and how the lack of clarity is slowing innovation. This is just one of many important discussions that will take place. SNIC 2024 will gather industry experts and leaders to share insights, explore business opportunities, and shape the future of maritime. Whether your focus is on data, green shipping, or digitalization, SNIC 2024 is the platform to be part of. 🎟️ Secure your ticket today and join us in driving the conversation forward: 👉 #TeamNorway #NorwayMeansBusiness #SNIC2024 #SNCC #MaritimeInnovation #BusinessRelations #Networking #GreenShipping #Sustainability #DataOwnership #SingaporeNorway #Singapore #Norway Hosts: NBAS - Norwegian Business Association Singapore, Leonard Opitz Stornes, Torgeir Willumsen, Tone Dale Norwegian Embassy in Singapore, Valentin Musangwa, Isis Luz, Innovation Norway, Ole Henæs, Arne Kjetil Lian, Daniel Seow, Nikhil Garg, Bjørn Simonsen Partners: Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), Eng Dih Teo, Ian Ho, Enterprise Singapore, Zona T., Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), Brian Theng, Andy Lua, Nor-Shipping, Sidsel Norvik Singapore Norway Chamber of Commerce (SNCC), Anders Hegre, Erik Borgen, Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF) Beng Tee Tan, Singapore Shipping Association, Caroline Yang, Smart Maritime Network, Cathy Hodge Øivind Amundsen, Mathias Borge Bye, Trine Radmann, Bing Zhao, Jan Martin Holst, Lars Almklov, Bård Bjørløw, Charlotte Demeer Strøm,

Recently we had the pleasure of bringing together Norwegian Ambassadors to ASEAN countries, along with ASEAN ambassadors to Norway, senior representatives from Norwegian corporations, and businesses engaged in the ASEAN region for our annual ASEAN Reception. Thank you to State Secretary Andreas Motzfeldt Kravik from Utenriksdepartementet, all the ambassadors, our hosts at Wikborg Rein, and our sponsors Jotun, Kongsberg Maritime, Yara International and Torvald Klaveness for creating an outstanding networking event. This was a unique opportunity to strengthen connections and explore the potential of ASEAN-Norway relations. Our discussions highlighted the strong partnership between ASEAN and Norway. With ASEAN’s growing market and young population, and Norway’s commitment to multilateralism, free trade, and sustainable development, there are significant opportunities for collaboration. The political will to enhance these ties is clear on both sides. A special thanks to H.E. Teuku Faizasyah, Ambassador of Indonesia to Norway, for his kind words on behalf of the ASEAN ambassadors. We’re excited to build on the momentum from this event and continue these important conversations. Erik Borgen, Anders Hegre, Finn Bjørnstad, Ole Henæs, Erlend Prytz, Jan Martin Holst, Bård Bjørløw, Jennifer Collier Grandin, Emma Kolstad

We had a very productive and enjoyable meeting with the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) today. Andy Lua, second from the left, is the new Regional Director for the Nordic countries, promoting Singapore and the region. EDB, as a key government agency driving investments into Singapore, places great importance on the Nordics due to their focus on innovation, sustainability, and technology. We look forward to strengthening our partnership with EDB as they intensify their focus on the Nordic region. A big thank you to Charlotte Demeer Strøm, Board Member of SNCC and Director - Head of International Politics at the Norwegian Shipowners' Association (Norges Rederiforbund), for hosting us. From left to right: SNCC Chairman Anders Hegre, Andy Lua, Selina Sia-Pfeuffer, Regional Director for Europe at EDB, Charlotte De Meer Strøm, and SNCC Secretary leader Emma Kolstad. We're planning an event with EDB before the end of the year, and if anyone is interested in connecting with them, we'd be happy to facilitate! Erik Borgen, Øivind Amundsen, Trine Radmann, Ole Henæs, Jan Martin Holst, Lars Almklov, Bård Bjørløw, Finn Bjørnstad, Erlend Prytz, Bing Zhao, Jennifer Collier Grandin, Petra Grankvist, Brian Theng, Arne Kjetil Lian