Latest News and upcoming events
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UPCOMING events
September 30, 2026
Tech Circle Special: Security in the AI–Cyber Nexus
Explore emerging AI-driven cyber threats and practical strategies to strengthen cyber resilience, governance and trust at this NBAS Tech Circle Special.
Sep
October 26, 2026
Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) 2026
NBAS is pleased to support Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) 2026, taking place from 26 to 30 October at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore.
Sep
October 8, 2026
SwedCham’s Women’s Cross-Chamber Pool Party AW @ Raffles Sentosa
NBAS supports SwedCham’s Women4Women Forum for a women-only cross-chamber networking evening at Le Jardin, Raffles Sentosa.
Jul
News
News SNIC 2026
Finnair at SNIC 2026: Connecting Singapore with More of Norway
Singapore is home to more than 300 Norwegian companies and one of the largest Norwegian business communities outside Norway. Behind these strong business ties are the connections that allow people, ideas and opportunities to move between the two countries. At the Singapore–Norway ...
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Member Focus Article News
Inside Kahoot!: How Singapore Became the Launchpad for Kahoot!’s Growth Across Asia-Pacific
In this Member Focus Q&A, Ahteram Uddin shares how Kahoot! is scaling across Asia-Pacific from Singapore and how game-based learning is creating impact in schools and workplaces.
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Featured Artist News
Featured Artist: Jillian Cheong
Meet Singaporean artist Jillian Cheong as she shares her journey from biology teacher to full-time artist, creating sustainable artworks inspired by nature, faith and everyday beauty.
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News Seafood dinner 2026
Laurence Odfjell Honoured with the NBAS Award 2026 for Strengthening Norway-Singapore Business Relations
Laurence Odfjell, Chair of Odfjell SE, was awarded the NBAS Award 2026 in recognition of his contributions to strengthening Norway–Singapore business relations.
Read full articleMar
News
Board nomination 2026: Leadership renewal and new competence
UPDATE At the AGM held on 24 March 2026, all nominated board members were duly confirmed. We are pleased to introduce the NBAS Board for 2026/27—a strong mix of diverse, competent leaders representing various sectors of the business community, bringing vital expertise ...
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Feature News Seafood dinner 2026
The Making of the Seafood Dinner
Ahead of the Seafood Dinner, NBAS invites founder Frank Naesheim to reflect on how a Cod Dinner in 1996 grew into one of the most cherished traditions in the Norwegian business community in Singapore.
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Feature News
Norwegian in Singapore Maria Sahota Makes History in World Marathon Challenge
Norwegian in Singapore Maria Sahota has made history as the first Norwegian woman to complete the World Marathon Challenge, running seven marathons on seven continents in seven consecutive days.
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Feature Member Focus Article News
Featured Member Q&A: Heidi Kyung Noddeland, Founder of BioNova Consulting
Meet our Featured Member, Heidi Kyung Noddeland, Founder of BioNova Consulting, a Norwegian-founded life science consultancy based in Singapore bridging Nordic expertise with Asia’s fast-growing innovation ecosystem.
Read full articleFeb
2025 highlights
Feature News
A Year of Connections and Innovation: Highlights from NBAS in 2025
A vibrant year for NBAS, 2025 brought together business leaders and partners through technology showcases, maritime milestones, thought-leadership dialogues, and signature events SNIC and the Norwegian Seafood Dinner.
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Feature Member Focus Article News
Celebrating 2025 Milestones and Welcoming an Exciting 2026
From anniversaries and new office openings to new product launches, 2025 was a milestone-rich year for the Norway–Singapore community. Here’s a look back—and a look ahead to 2026.
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Feature Member Focus Article News
Year-End Highlights: Impact Across Our Community
As 2025 closes, NBAS spotlights the inspiring ways our community is giving back—from beach clean-ups and inclusive employment efforts to health awareness and circular economy initiatives—reflecting our shared commitment to people, planet, and purpose.
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Feature Member Focus Article News
Maritime Optima Reflects on a Year of Expansion in 2025
Maritime Optima marked a milestone year in 2025, opening a new Singapore office and deepening Norway–Singapore maritime ties while advancing its AI decision-support tools.
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