Colombia and Peru are important strategic partners for Sweden and both countries have significant mining industries that offer opportunities for Swedish companies to contribute innovative and sustainable solutions. In addition, both Colombia and Peru have demonstrated a commitment to improving environmental standards and promoting sustainable development, making them attractive partners for Sweden in the pursuit of a greener future.
Swedish companies participating in the delegation include ABB, AFRY, Atlas Copco, Ecogain, Ericsson, Epiroc, Midsummer, NIR, Quant Service, Sandvik, Scania and Wallenberg Investments.
Dialogues on sustainable mining and green energy in Colombia
Yazmin Maya, Business Sweden's Acting Country Manager for Colombia: "This delegation gives us a unique opportunity to strengthen business relationships and explore new areas of cooperation in sustainable mining and green energy. By working together, we can contribute to a more sustainable and efficient mining industry in Colombia," says Yazmin Maya.
The official agenda of the business delegation includes high-level activities such as round tables with the Ministry of Mines and Energy and meetings with Colombian companies and associations from the mining and energy sectors, focused on exchanging experiences and best practices and identifying opportunities for collaboration and business.
Strengthening ties with the Peruvian mining ecosystem
The mining sector in Peru is important for Swedish mining equipment suppliers offering technologies to increase operational efficiency and reduce environmental impact. The business program will include meetings with senior officials and business executives, with the objective of expanding business exchange and collaboration for economic and social development.
Jesper Bernhardsson, Business Sweden's Country Manager for Peru: "The mining sector in Peru offers great potential for Swedish suppliers of mining equipment and services. Through this business delegation, we want to demonstrate how some of Sweden's leading companies can contribute with sustainable solutions for the mining sector," says Jesper.
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Business Sweden helps Swedish companies realise their export ambitions and helps international companies invest and grow in Sweden. With a presence in over 40 global markets, we identify business opportunities that enable our customers to expand and contribute to jobs and sustainable growth.