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On December 15, 2023, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce proudly presents the Sustainability & Innovation Summit 2023 – “Driving the Green Transition Together followed by the exclusive annual Lucia Dinner at Hotel Hilton, Amsterdam. At this summit we will be joined by business leaders, entrepreneurs, politicians, and academics from both Sweden and the Netherlands, discussing learnings from the recent Swedish Presidency of the European Council in regard to driving the European sustainability agenda forward. What are the key outcomes and the next steps from the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai taking place only a few weeks before the Swedish Chamber Summit? How are Swedish and Dutch companies adjusting their business models towards the green transitions, what collaborations help them to accelerate their efforts, and how this helps them to navigate the complex landscape of policies and regulations under the European Green Deal? Join the Swedish Sustainability & Innovation Summit 2023 and gain thought leadership insights, learn about the latest innovations, and get inspired by the change-makers making the green transition a reality.   At the following Swedish Chamber Annual Lucia Dinner, we proudly present a full program including a Keynote by the Swedish Ambassador to the Netherlands, the Annual Business Award Ceremony, entertainment and music performance, a fantastic charity raffle, and of course a grand Swedish Lucia procession. Welcome to join us in Amsterdam on December 15, 2023, and invite your colleagues, partners, and business relations to this fantastic day at the Swedish Chamber of Commerce. Make use of our exclusive Early Bird offer and book your seats before August 31, 2023. For more information and to make your reservation

The Swedish brand is perceived to contribute positively to the business of Swedish companies.   The Netherlands is Sweden's seventh-largest export market (94 billion SEK) and the third-largest market for imports (206 billion SEK). With its geographically advantageous location, together with its high level of digitalisation, technological advancements, innovative practices, and commitment to sustainability, the Netherlands makes an appealing destination for Swedish enterprises. Over the years, Swedish companies in the Netherlands have continued to improve their financial performance. In 2021, 68 per cent of the participating companies reported a profit, a figure that climbed to 89 per cent by 2022. This substantial increase suggests a recovering economy that is rebounding from the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. Swedish companies in the Netherlands tend to have an optimistic view of turnover when observing the results from the past years. This year, 74 per cent of the respondents answered that they expect their turnover to increase in the upcoming 12 months. The consumer sector emerged as the most favourable, with 100 per cent of the companies expressing their anticipation of an increase in their turnovers. For the third consecutive year, the survey results indicate that the primary operations of Swedish companies in the Dutch market revolve around Marketing and sales activities. For the second consecutive year, Sustainability continues to be one of the most important driving forces, accounting for 36 per cent. The Swedish brand is perceived to contribute positively to the business of Swedish companies in the Dutch market. This year, 89 per cent responded that the brand contributes partially or very much. Welcome, to sign up for the Business Climate Survey Presentation at the Swedish Embassy in the Hauge on September 7, 2023 Click her for more information