The NCCJ is for the first time creating a regular part-time Executive Director position, with office space at the Trade & Technology Office at the Norwegian Embassy in Hiroo. Until now the position has been held largely on a volunteer basis, without a physical office or regular office hours.

The 2010 Ambassador's Cup was held on a sunny and pleasant day on April 24th at Imperial Country Club in Ibaraki. Ms. Tominaga at Innovation Norway won the viking ship trophy with a great round. The trophy was handed over by Professor Kawai, the 2009 Amdassador's Cup winner. A record number of 25 players participated this year, which means our Viking Golf Club circle is growing!

Tokyo, Japan March 1, 2010: The Ecentral career site, part of GPlus Media KK, today announced that it will expand its online career network in Japan by powering the job boards for both the Norwegian and Icelandic Chambers of Commerce. The two organizations join over 10 other foreign Chambers of Commerce currently working with Ecentral.