British Chamber of Commerce kicks off the year with its annual New Year Cocktail on 14 January 2025

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By BCC Secretariat for British Chamber of Commerce for Luxembourg, January 20 2025

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We were thrilled to welcome our members to the British Chamber of Commerce Members’ New Year Cocktail, marking a fantastic start to 2025. Held at the beautiful British Ambassador’s Residence, hosted by Ambassador Fleur Thomas, the event provided a perfect setting for members to reconnect, share insights, and expand their networks. The evening was filled with engaging conversations and a strong sense of community.

A special thank you to our generous sponsors, Artas Advisory and Swissquote Bank Europe, whose support made this memorable event possible. We look forward to many more opportunities to connect and collaborate in the year ahead.

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