Ashkan Danaei, Chair of the Sustainability Committee and Sales Director at Tetra Pak, welcomes the new members:
"I would like to welcome our two new members to the Sustainability Committee. Matthijs van der Meiden, Managing Director of Nefab, a Swedish company with sustainability at the core of its purpose. In addition, I would like to extend a warm welcome to our new young professional, Feng Qiu, Competence Center Manager at SKF, the company that won the Tech for Good Award in 2024. I trust that with the continued support of Anne Korthals Altes and Vattenfall, along with our new members, we will enhance value for our members and Swedish-Dutch companies.
Furthermore, I would like to express my gratitude on behalf of the committee to Jan Terlouw, the previous chairman of the committee and Saab Netherlands. Jan’s vision has been instrumental in shaping our journey forward. We wish him all the best in his future endeavours."
Meet the New Members
Feng Qiu
Feng QiuCompetence Center Manager, SKF RecondOil
In the past decade at SKF, I have conducted research on advanced condition monitoring systems, which involve monitoring the health and performance of machinery to predict and prevent failures, and developing its business in segments like Railway. For the past two years, I have been advocating the circular use of (industrial) oil at SKF RecondOil, which aims to reuse and recondition oil to minimize waste. As a young professional member of the Sustainability Committee, I wish to further learn within the network the best practices of executing sustainability strategies from different companies and facilitate the knowledge exchange on green transition among the members of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce.
Matthijs van der Meiden
Matthijs van der MeidenManaging Director, Nefab Packaging Netherlands
I am a sustainability advocate with a background in offering sustainable packaging solutions to a wide range of (international) companies active in the Dutch market. My experience in various projects focused on reducing CO2 impact by offering sustainable packaging and logistics solutions has given me a good understanding of the challenges and opportunities in this field. I am motivated to join the Sustainability Committee because I am passionate about creating impactful change and fostering a culture of environmental responsibility within our community. I believe that by collaborating with like-minded individuals, I can make a difference to create a more sustainable future.
With expertise spanning industrial circularity, advanced condition monitoring, and CO2-reducing packaging solutions, Feng and Matthijs bring valuable perspectives to the committee. Their addition further reinforces the Swedish Chamber’s commitment to knowledge-sharing and driving impactful sustainability initiatives within the Swedish-Dutch business community.
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce is pleased to highlight Northern Deligth and its upcoming Swedish Cuisine Cooking Workshops, offering an opportunity to explore authentic Swedish flavours in a hands-on setting.
On March 8, the focus shifts to the Swedish kafferep tradition, featuring cinnamon buns, cake, and seven types of cookies.
For those looking for a broader experience, the March 16 workshop will showcase classic Swedish dishes, concluding with a buffet. Later in the year, on October 11, an outdoor cooking session at Basecamp Norway in Hummelo will offer a Scandinavian open-fire dining experience.
With limited availability, these workshops provide a unique opportunity to engage with Swedish culinary heritage.
To learn more and to register, visit:
Volvo Cars Netherlands has been awarded the Swedish Chamber Achievement Business Award 2024 for its exceptional growth and commitment to sustainable mobility. Despite economic fluctuations and evolving market conditions, the company achieved an impressive 89.3% growth in 2024, with 64% of total sales coming from all-electric vehicles.
With the successful relaunch of the EX90 and the expansion of the EX30 and EX40/XC40, Volvo continues to drive innovation in the electric vehicle market. Beyond product development, the company is investing in long-term sustainability through solar panel installations and progressive employee policies, reinforcing its vision for a fully electrified future.
On April 15, 2025, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce will welcome Eija Hietavuo, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Tetra Pak, as keynote speaker at the Executive Sustainability Breakfast.
"Reducing food waste and building resilient, sustainable food systems requires more than incremental change—it calls for innovation in how we produce, process, package, and protect food.
Tetra Pak has long been committed to enabling change within the ‘hidden middle’ of agrifood value chains with solutions that help reduce climate impact and resource needs, extend the shelf life of perishable foods, protect food and avoid waste along the chain.
To celebrate 70 years of the company’s presence in the Netherlands, I will discuss how Tetra Pak aims to ‘protect what’s good’ through sustainable packaging innovation and advanced manufacturing solutions that contribute to the transformation." – Eija Hietavuo, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Tetra Pak
Launched in 2020 as a global initiative by Team Sweden, the Business Climate Survey has become a critical resource for understanding the business landscape in 44 markets worldwide.
What is it?
In collaboration with Business Sweden, the Embassy of Sweden, and the Swedish Chamber of Commerce, this survey gathers valuable insights from Swedish companies operating in the Dutch market. It aims to identify key opportunities, challenges, and trends shaping the market.
Why participate?
By taking part in the 2025 edition, your company will:
- Gain insights into how other Swedish businesses perceive the Dutch market.
- Benchmark your experiences against 44 other markets and track developments over the years.
- Leverage the results to generate valuable content for your brand.
- Assist Team Sweden Netherlands in refining its support services to better meet your needs.
The survey has been sent to business representatives via email and will remain open until March 6. For any questions or if you prefer to complete the survey by phone, please reach out to malin.alders@swedishchamber.nl.
This first session will mark the beginning of an exciting and transformative mentorship journey, with a focus on leadership and professional growth.
The event will feature breakout sessions co-hosted by:
- Dmytro Shytikov, Product Manager at IKEA Digital Hub and former mentee, and
- Hendrik Jan Guitink, Managing Partner at AIMS International and expert in Executive Search & Leadership Consulting.
The evening will conclude with the Mentor-Mentee Reveal, where participants will meet their mentors or mentees and start their first one-on-one conversations.
This exclusive session is designed to set the tone for a year of growth, insights, and valuable connections for all participants in the Mentorship Program 2025.
