Introducing New Country Manager, Business Sweden Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands
The Swedish Australian Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Tommie Åkesson as the new Country Manager for Business Sweden Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands, based in Sydney.
Tommie brings nearly 20 years of experience in the Australian market, with extensive expertise in international business development, market expansion and strategic advisory. Throughout his career, he has worked across sectors including mining, energy, transport, infrastructure and industrial technology, supporting Swedish companies in Australia while fostering collaboration between Australian organisations and Swedish innovation.
Before taking on his current role, Tommie served as Country Manager in Australia for Swedish industrial AI company Predge and previously spent more than a decade with Business Sweden.
As Country Manager, Tommie will lead Business Sweden’s operations across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands, with a focus on helping Swedish companies establish and grow their presence in the region, while strengthening Sweden’s position as a trusted partner for trade, innovation and investment.
About Business Sweden
Business Sweden, the Swedish Trade and Invest Council, is jointly owned by the Swedish Government and the Swedish business sector. Its mission is to help Swedish companies succeed in international markets while supporting international companies looking to invest and expand in Sweden.
In Australia, Business Sweden works closely with Team Sweden partners, Swedish businesses and local stakeholders to strengthen commercial ties in trade and investments between Sweden and the region.
The SACC looks forward to continuing its close collaboration with Tommie and the Business Sweden team in supporting Swedish-Australian business relations.
Contact details:
Tommie Åkesson
Country Manager for Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands
BUSINESS SWEDEN
22nd floor, 44 Market Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
E tommie.akesson@business-sweden.se | www.business-sweden.com
