Our Identity & History
The British Chamber of Commerce in Denmark (BCCD) is a self-financing, non-profit organization dedicated to fostering business, trade, and cultural exchange between the United Kingdom and Denmark. Established in its current form in 2001, our roots trace back to the British Business Lunch Club founded in 1985. In 2008, we further strengthened our position by merging with the British Import Union (BIU), creating a unified voice for Anglo-Danish commerce.
Today, we operate as a membership-driven society, primarily funded through subscriptions from our community of business leaders.
Our Vision
To be a prominent promoter of business and culture throughout Europe and beyond, through the global network of British Chambers.
Strategic Objectives
To fulfill our vision, we focus on four key areas of impact:
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Effective Networking: We provide a high-level environment for professional connection and cultural exchange.
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Member Intelligence: We actively listen to and understand the evolving needs of our members to better serve their interests.
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Business Promotion: we work to actively promote business opportunities across Europe and the global market.
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Trade Brokerage & Advisory: In collaboration with the Department for Business and Trade (UK) and Invest in Denmark, we advise British businesses entering the Danish market and Danish firms investing in the UK.
The BCCD Value Proposition
As a member of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Global Network, we offer a unique bridge between two of the world's most innovative economies.
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A Global Gateway: Through our affiliation with the global BCC network, we provide members with access to 75+ international markets.
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Executive Access: Our events, ranging from monthly business luncheons to exclusive diplomatic briefings, offer direct access to decision-makers and influencers.
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Strategic Advocacy: We act as a representative voice for our members, engaging with both British and Danish governmental bodies to support a pro-business environment.
Governance & Leadership
The BCCD operates in strict accordance with its Articles of Association. We are led by a Board of Directors and a dedicated Secretariat committed to delivering measurable value to our corporate and individual members.
Meet The Board
Secretariat
Articles of Association
Our Clients
Name and Domicile
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1.1 The name of the Association is British Chamber of Commerce in Denmark – British Import Union.
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1.2 The Association can furthermore operate under the names:
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1.2.1 British Import Union.
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1.2.2 British Chamber of Commerce in Denmark.
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1.2.3 Dansk-Engelsk Selskab.
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1.2.4 Anglo Danish Society.
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1.4 The domicile of the Association is the Municipality of Copenhagen.
Resignation etc.
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5.1 A member can resign from the Association by written notice to the office of the Association giving one month’s prior written notice to a 31 December. (i.e. by 30th November)
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5.2 Members, who have not paid their fees for the last financial year, can be excluded from the Association by the Board.
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5.3 Members, who act against the Association, or in violation of the objects of the Association, can in the discretion of the Board be excluded from the Association.
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Financial year
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13.1 The financial year of the Association is the calendar year.
Objectives
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2.1 The objectives of the Association are to maintain and strengthen the already existing close commercial and cultural relations between Great Britain and Denmark, particularly by:
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(i) Arranging luncheon meetings with prominent personalities from Great Britain and Denmark as speakers,
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(ii) Arranging contacts between business entities from the two countries,
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(iii) Providing information and advice to business entities in the two countries about the conditions in Great Britain and Denmark, respectively.
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1.2.3 Dansk-Engelsk Selskab.
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1.2.4 Anglo Danish Society.
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1.4 The domicile of the Association is the Municipality of Copenhagen.
Annual General Meeting
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7.1 The Association’s annual general meeting is held every year before the end of May with the following agenda:
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5.1 A member can resign from the Association by written notice to the office of the Association giving one month’s prior written notice to a 31 December. (i.e. by 30th November)
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5.2 Members, who have not paid their fees for the last financial year, can be excluded from the Association by the Board.
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5.3 Members, who act against the Association, or in violation of the objects of the Association, can in the discretion of the Board be excluded from the Association.
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7.1 The Association’s annual 7.2 Proposals to be dealt with under item 5 of the agenda and proposals for board members must be submitted in writing to the Board no later than 10 days before the date of the general meeting.