NBAS - Norwegian Business Association Singapore

We welcome GAC as a new member of NBAS - Norwegian Business Association Singapore! We are pleased to welcome GAC Group to our NBAS community! GAC is a privately-owned company specialising in shipping, logistics, and marine services, with a strong global presence and a commitment to long-term partnerships, innovation, and operational excellence. With one of the world’s largest networks for ship agency and husbandry services, GAC Shipping supports ship owners and operators worldwide. GAC Logistics provides general as well as specialised solutions for industries ranging from FMCG and oil & gas to pharmaceuticals and major sporting events. GAC Marine operates a fleet of supply craft and barges, that provide vital support for offshore exploration, construction and production, heavy lift cargo towage, and more in key locations in the Middle East, Caspian Sea and Indian ocean. GAC continuously adapts to industry developments, supporting businesses in improving efficiency and managing costs. The company also places a strong emphasis on vocational training through the GAC Corporate Academy, ensuring its team remains well-equipped to meet industry demands. For further info, feel free to check out their website: www.gac.com/Singapore We look forward to GAC being part of the NBAS community and engaging with our network. Welcome! #NorwayMeansBusiness #TeamNorway   Gabriel Brännlund, Herman Jorgensen, Leif Trana - Ambassador of Norway to Singapore, Leonard Opitz Stornes, Tone Dale, Torgeir Willumsen, Arne Kjetil Lian, Olav Krabbesund, Axel Berning, Cristina Saenz de Santa Maria, Steve Mellbye-Stølen, Magnus Grimeland, Ronny Waage, Daniel Reinsborg, Marie Pettersson, Erik Ingvoldstad, Paul Andor Marskar, Trine Aamodt Johansen, Winnie Chew

Team Norway welcomes you to an exciting seminar during SMW: "Future Proofing the Maritime Industry through next generation solutions"! The session includes presentations and panels discussing the future of smart shipping and smart ports to accelerate the net-zero transition through proven technologies and projects between Singapore and Norwegian stakeholders. 🧇🥂The event will end with waffles and drinks at the Norway Pavilion, hosted by DNV and Innovation Norway. Don’t miss this perfect chance to network & unwind! 📅 Date: 26 March 2025 ⏰Time: 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm 📍 Location: EXPO Theatre, Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Hall 403-406 🔗 Interested to attend? View the full program and register through NBAS: https://lnkd.in/gpDmCy5P #SingaporeMaritimeWeek #SMW2025 #TeamNorway #GreenMaritime #SustainableShipping #NorwayInSingapore Innovation Norway, Innovation Norway Asia and the Middle East, Norwegian Embassy in Singapore, NBAS - Norwegian Business Association Singapore, Arne Kjetil Lian, Daniel Seow, Nikhil Garg, Jonas Wettre Thorsen

🚢 Join Team Norway at Singapore Maritime Week 2025! 🇳🇴🌊 Date: 24 – 28 March 2025 Location: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre Event Type: Exhibition Singapore Maritime Week (SMW) is one of the leading maritime conferences in Singapore, hosted by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA). This flagship event brings together global industry leaders to explore the latest advancements in maritime sustainability, digitalization, and efficiency. 🔹 Team Norway at SMW 2025 will showcase cutting-edge green maritime technologies while fostering discussions on the industry's key challenges and opportunities. Connect with industry leaders, expand your network, and be part of the drive toward a more sustainable maritime future. 📖Explore Team Norway’s program here: https://lnkd.in/gPWX5qvi We look forward to seeing you there! Welcome! #SingaporeMaritimeWeek #SMW2025 #TeamNorway #GreenMaritime #SustainableShipping #NorwayInSingapore Innovation Norway, Innovation Norway Asia and the Middle East, Norwegian Embassy in Singapore, NBAS - Norwegian Business Association Singapore, Arne Kjetil Lian, Daniel Seow, Nikhil Garg, Jonas Wettre Thorsen

NBAS AGM, Business Lunch & Seminar: Geopolitics, Economic Climate & Energy Security   Join us on 20 March for an event beyond our Annual General Meeting! We’re bringing together industry leaders, experts, and decision-makers for a high-impact seminar and business lunch on one of the most pressing issues today:   ⚡ Geopolitics, Economic Climate & Energy Security in Southeast Asia   𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝? - Gain exclusive insights from DNB, DNV, Equinor and Centre for Strategic Energy and Resources (CSER) - Expand your network with key industry players - Enjoy a thought-provoking discussion over a great lunch   📍 Huone Event Space, Singapore   𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞 - 10:00 – 11:45 AM – AGM (NBAS Members only) - 11:45 – 12:45 PM – Business Lunch & Networking - 12:45 – 2:00 PM – Seminar: Geopolitics, Economic Climate & Energy Security   Thanks to our generous sponsors, DNB and DNV, attendance is complimentary for NBAS members and seminar guests.   Whether you work in energy, shipping, finance, or policy, this is an event you don’t want to miss!   See the full program and secure your spot now: https://lnkd.in/dJJwwt_3 #NorwayMeansBusiness #TeamNorway Nigel Seng Jia Ping, Omar Sekkat, Ingunn Svegården, Mats de Ronde, Victor Nian, Leif Trana - Ambassador of Norway to Singapore, Leonard Opitz Stornes, Tone Dale, Torgeir Willumsen, Arne Kjetil Lian, Olav Krabbesund, Axel Berning, Cristina Saenz de Santa Maria, Steve Mellbye-Stølen, Magnus Grimeland, Ronny Waage, Daniel Reinsborg, Marie Pettersson, Erik Ingvoldstad, Paul Andor Marskar, Trine Aamodt Johansen, Winnie Chew

A Night to Remember – Norwegian Seafood Dinner 2025 🎉🐟 What an incredible evening! Last Friday, we gathered 1,000 guests for a night of exceptional seafood, wonderful company, and inspiring connections at the Norwegian Seafood Dinner. Thank you to our members, guests, and partners for making this event a success. Your energy and enthusiasm truly made the night special! Congratulations to Jacqueline Poh, this year’s NBAS Award Winner! Her leadership at Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) has strengthened the business ties between Norway and Singapore and fostered key collaborations. Let’s give a standing ovation to our fantastic chefs led by Markus Dybwad: Mathew Leong, Øyvind Hjelle, Daniel jung, 钟腱腾Edward Chong, and Jimmy Chok, along with their amazing team, who crafted a spectacular menu showcasing the finest Norwegian seafood. A heartfelt thank you to Snorre Food Pte Ltd for providing top-quality seafood and to our generous sponsors Odfjell SE, Skuld, Grefsenkollen, TINE SA and QB Food (A Johnsonville Company) for their generous support. From the first bite to the last toast, the night at Fairmont Ballroom, Raffles City Convention Centre, was filled with laughter, connections, and unforgettable moments. 📸 Were you there? Share your favorite moments in the comments! We can’t wait to see you at our next event! #NorwayMeansBusiness #TeamNorway #NorwegianSeafoodDinner Norwegian Embassy in Singapore, Innovation Norway, NBAS - Norwegian Business Association Singapore, Leif Trana - Ambassador of Norway to Singapore, Leonard Opitz Stornes, Valentin Musangwa, Tone Dale, Torgeir Willumsen, Arne Kjetil Lian, Olav Krabbesund, Axel Berning, Ingunn Svegården, Cristina Saenz de Santa Maria, Steve Mellbye-Stølen, Magnus Grimeland, Ronny Waage, Daniel Reinsborg, Marie Pettersson, Erik Ingvoldstad, Paul Andor Marskar, Trine Aamodt Johansen, Jonas Wettre Thorsen, Winnie Chew, Shu Hui Ooi

🎉 Congratulations to Jacqueline Poh – NBAS Award Winner!🎉 The NBAS Award recognizes individuals or organizations whose efforts have significantly strengthened business connections between Norway and Singapore.   This year’s recipient is Jacqueline Poh, currently serving as Managing Director of Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) and soon to take on the role of CEO at JTC Corporation.   During her 3.5-year tenure at EDB, Jacqueline has played a pivotal role in deepening Norway-Singapore business ties. She has fostered collaboration in key sectors including maritime, energy, sustainability, and innovation. Under her leadership, EDB attracted significant investment commitments as Singapore's economy recovered following the Covid-19 pandemic. Her commitment to nurturing international partnerships, including with Norwegian businesses, has made a lasting impact.   Jacqueline was honoured with the NBAS Award at the Norwegian Seafood Dinner in recognition of her outstanding contributions. Congratulations, Jacqueline, and thank you for your dedication to strengthening Norway-Singapore business relations. We wish you continued success in your new role as JTC’s CEO!   Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), JTC Corporation, Enterprise Singapore, PSA Singapore, NBAS - Norwegian Business Association Singapore, Norwegian Embassy in Singapore, Innovation Norway, Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD), Nor-Shipping   #NorwayMeansBusiness #TeamNorway #NorwegianSeafoodDinner #shipping #maritime #Singapore #Norway #SNIC2025

🔥 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭’𝐬 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐃𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫!🍽️ ✨ Our chefs are in full swing, preparing an incredible seafood feast🦞🐟. The countdown is on, and we can’t wait to welcome our NBAS members for an unforgettable evening! 🥂🎉 #NorwayMeansBusiness #TeamNorway #NorwegianSeafoodDinner Norwegian Embassy in Singapore, Innovation Norway, NBAS - Norwegian Business Association Singapore, Leif Trana - Ambassador of Norway to Singapore, Leonard Opitz Stornes, Tone Dale, Torgeir Willumsen, Arne Kjetil Lian, Olav Krabbesund, Axel Berning, Ingunn Svegården, Cristina Saenz de Santa Maria, Steve Mellbye-Stølen, Magnus Grimeland, Ronny Waage, Daniel Reinsborg, Marie Pettersson, Erik Ingvoldstad, Paul Andor Marskar, Trine Aamodt Johansen, Winnie Chew

Join us for Singapore Maritime Week (SMW) 2025 🎉 NBAS - Norwegian Business Association Singapore and the rest of Team Norway are gearing up for a great week of networking events and seminars. Check out our schedule of activities during the maritime highlight of the year. We hope to see you there!

🎉Team Norway Welcomes NOR Offshore Rental as It Expands into Asia! We are pleased to welcome Norwegian Offshore Rental (NOR) as our new member! 👏Team Norway recently had the pleasure of hosting NOR at our office, where we learned about their significant investment in the Asian market through the acquisition of Clockwise Subsea Pte Ltd, which operates in Singapore, Malaysia, and India. The strategic acquisition is combining Asia and the North Sea expertise and resources to deliver enhanced subsea solutions for the global offshore industry. This acquisition aims to create a stronger, more competitive entity poised to meet the evolving demands of the market. Congratulations to NOR on this exciting expansion! 🎊 We look forward to seeing their impact on offshore innovation and sustainability in Asia. 🌊 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gTatxksa #NorwayMeansBusiness #TeamNorway NOR Offshore Rental, Clockwise Subsea Pte Ltd, Norwegian Embassy in Singapore, Innovation Norway, NBAS - Norwegian Business Association Singapore, Tore Gautesen, Deon Brand, Survesh Jagan, Rahul Sadasivam, Leif Trana - Ambassador of Norway to Singapore, Leonard Opitz Stornes, Valentin Musangwa, Tone Dale, Torgeir Willumsen, Arne Kjetil Lian, Olav Krabbesund, Axel Berning, Ingunn Svegården, Cristina Saenz de Santa Maria, Steve Mellbye-Stølen, Magnus Grimeland, Ronny Waage, Daniel Reinsborg, Marie Pettersson, Erik Ingvoldstad, Paul Andor Marskar, Jonas Wettre Thorsen, Trine Aamodt Johansen, Winnie Chew

🎉𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬: 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟔𝟎 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 🥂 Join us for the March edition of Team Europe’s Networking Series, hosted by the European Chamber of Commerce, Singapore (EuroCham Singapore) and the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Singapore, as we come together to celebrate 60 years of Singapore’s incredible growth and success! 🌟 📅 Date: 27 March 2025 🕡 Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM 📍 Venue: Polestar Space, 45 Leng Kee Rd, Singapore NBAS - Norwegian Business Association Singapore  is proud to be a partner of this exciting event, bringing together the European business community and Singaporean stakeholders for an evening of meaningful connections over 🍷 wine, 🧀 light bites, and 🤝 lively conversations. 🔹 Exclusive Polestar Test Drive Opportunity! A limited number of guests will have the chance to test drive the Polestar line-up, which includes the Polestar 2 fastback, Polestar 3 SUV, and Polestar 4 SUV coupé. 📌 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gqK8hfTC