Chamber News

An SCC UK story: a legal partner rooted in collaboration

23 March 2025
In today’s interconnected world, success often hinges on meaningful relationships and well-timed opportunities. For a law firm like Freeths – ranked amongst the UK’s top 50 – a membership with SCC UK has proved to be a valuable gateway to collaboration, growth, and impactful connections. Freeths’ active engagement with the Chamber has highlighted a series of success stories, demonstrating how an involved membership can open doors for businesses to thrive.

‘Don’t lie’: How to navigate A crisis through effective communication

23 March 2025
Imagine a scenario where your company’s survival hangs by a thread. It feels like the whole world is watching you teeter on the edge; a difficult newspaper article, a critical social media post, challenging emails from the Board and legitimate Executive concerns that if the market finds out what’s going on, shareholders will be spooked. One wrong move, one misstep, and it could spell disaster. This is where crisis communications experts, such as Chris Philipsborn, Managing Partner at Kreab London, come into play.

Brewing a Nordic legacy at Burton Albion FC

23 March 2025
Burton Albion FC, known as "the Brewers," is a small yet sturdy English Football League (EFL) team with deep community roots. When the Nordic Football Group (NFG) became the majority owner of Burton Albion FC in June this year, it marked the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the club and its supporters. This acquisition by a group of Nordic investors promises to blend Scandinavian values and innovation with English football tradition, setting the stage for a unique journey.

The unsung heroes: Atlas Copco Group’s technologies behind everyday life

23 March 2025
With over 150 years of innovation, Atlas Copco Group has become a cornerstone of industries as diverse as medical research, food production, and renewable energy. But what is the secret behind this enduring success? We spoke to Alex Bongaerts, Vice President of the UK & Ireland Holding Region, to find out how this Swedish-born powerhouse continues to flourish and shape the future of a changing world.

The rise of ESG disputes: A growing concern for businesses

06 February 2025
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors are becoming increasingly important in the business world as companies strive to align their operations with sustainable, ethical governance, and...

AI’s game-changing role in SaaS: Insights from Swedish-British innovators

30 January 2025
On 21 October 2024, innovation took centre stage at Fieldfisher in London, where we hosted not one, but two transformative events designed to foster Swedish-British collaboration.The inaugural Swed...

Meet Mia Norrman: Leadership beyond borders

23 January 2025
Meet Mia Norrman, to whom leadership is not confined to a single discipline or a well-trodden path. As SCC UK Board Member and Global Chief of Staff at Patron EF Education First, Mia has shaped her...

A new chapter in British-Swedish relations: H.E. Mrs Samantha Job CMG MVO

16 January 2025
In September 2024, Samantha Job CMG MVO took up the role of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Sweden, bringing with her a wealth of experience in diplomacy and a clear ambition for deepening the bond bet...

The guiding star in electric mobility

09 January 2025
As the UK accelerates towards an all-electric future, the demand for sustainable, innovative vehicles has never been greater. At the forefront of this shift is SCC UK Member Polestar, a Swedish bra...

The legacy lives on: SCC UK Scholar Alumni - where are they now?

17 December 2024
For over a century, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the UK has been the heartbeat of a proud legacy, nurturing talent and creating opportunities for the next generation. This special feature ce...

LINK no. 371 - Winter issue

12 December 2024
As the winter chill sets in and the new year draws near, we’re thrilled to introduce the latest issue of LINK – your go-to companion for the colder months. Packed with fresh insights and warming st...

An invitation to the essence of Scandinavian grace, rooted in family

10 December 2024
It all began with a simple cup of tea. Steeped in family tradition and passion for hospitality, Anna Cappelen’s journey with Diplomat Collection was ignited. With a focus on sustainability and pers...

Jan Olsson: This year recipient of the Extraordinary Member Award

05 December 2024
It was a moment of celebration at the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the UK’s Annual Christmas Luncheon when Jan Olsson, Managing Director at Deutsche Bank, was announced this year’s Extraordinary...

Guest Column: Anders Fogel: Weather the storm – how to navigate through a crisis

05 December 2024
If the decade of 2020 has taught us anything, it is that the future is always uncertain. We have gone through a global pandemic to a market hype, skyrocketing inflation and interest rates, to war i...

Early bird offer: Combined tickets to Outer Thinking and Annual Christmas Luncheon 2025

28 November 2024
We're excited to offer an exclusive early bird discount for Outer Thinking and the Annual Christmas Luncheon 2025 — two back-to-back events that blend impactful leadership discussions with festive...