The CCIFH, together with its partners, welcomed members and friends to a memorable season-opening event on the rooftop of Matild Palace. Against the backdrop of one of Budapest’s most spectacular panoramas, guests enjoyed the flair of the French Riviera brought to life in the heart of the city. The evening featured live music by DJ Maxim Kuznyecov and saxophonist Andris Jász, creating a vibrant atmosphere that blended perfectly with fine wine tastings from Tokaj Kikelet Winery, gourmet bites, and a celebratory cake. The chamber was delighted to mark the occasion alongside its jubilee member companies, celebrating community and shared success within the business network. Special thanks to the event partners: Matild Palace Budapest, Tokaj Kikelet Winery, Confindustria Ungheria, the Czech-Hungarian Business Club, the British Chamber of Commerce in Hungary, and the Austrian-Hungarian Business Council.
Upcoming Event
The CCIFH and the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Hungary invite guests to “Hot Topic: The Space Industry as a Business,” a high-level conference and roundtable on the future of the space economy. Key themes include business opportunities in the space sector for non-space companies, entering the market as suppliers or innovation partners, and lessons from successful Hungarian players. Keynote speakers include Dr. Orsolya Ildikó Ferencz, Ministerial Commissioner for Space Research, and astronaut Tibor Kapu (to be confirmed). Roundtable participants include leaders from the HunSpace Cluster, Aedus Space Ltd., Hun-Ren, and Sigma Technology Hungary Ltd. • When: Thursday, Oct. 16, 9-11:30 a.m. • Where: Hun-Ren HQ, Alkotmány u. 29, 1054 Budapest
The CCIU is delighted to invite members, partners and business owners to a complimentary special event on generational succession in enterprises, an increasingly important challenge for today’s businesses. The event will bring together Italian and Hungarian experts on the topic, along with first-hand testimonials of successful transitions. It will provide an overview of the most common pitfalls and practical strategies to help companies navigate succession with confidence. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue with entrepreneurs, professionals and stakeholders, exchanging ideas, tools and experiences. The event will be in Hungarian and Italian with simultaneous translation. • When: Monday, Oct. 20, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. • Where: Budapest city center. • Fees: Free participation upon registration.
The CCCH will host its Business and Geopolitical Forum for SMEs in October under the theme “Uncertainty and Opportunity: Economic Growth in a Changing Geopolitical Landscape.2 The half-day event will gather participants from the business community, academia, and policy circles. The forum will open with welcoming remarks from the president of the chamber, followed by a keynote speech from György Surányi, former President of the Hungarian National Bank, who will share insights on Europe’s economic outlook in turbulent times. A high-level panel with experts will then examine critical themes, including EU competitiveness, political shifts, the role of Central and Eastern Europe, and the future of transatlantic trade. The program will conclude with a closing talk by Hold Asset Management Ltd., providing practical strategies on “How to Invest in Times of Uncertainty.” • When: Thursday, Oct. 9, 8 a.m-noon. • Where: Akadémia Offices, Akadémia utca 6, 1054 Budapest • Fees: Members HUF 20,000; non-members HUF 32,800
Belgabiz organized a members-only company visit to Beltaste Mórahalom Kft. on Sep. 16. Originating from Vanreusel Snacks, a traditional Belgian family business, Beltaste is a market leader in high-quality frozen meat snacks for the European market, with three production sites in Europe. Ambassador of Belgium Jeroen Vergeylen attended the event, together with the Belgian owners and managers of Beltaste. General manager Zsolt Réti introduced the company and its activities, followed by a tour of the modern factory, offering insights into the production of their products. After a convivial lunch, participants visited the Mini Hungary Park, showcasing models of significant Hungarian castles, churches, and other architectural landmarks, a unique way to experience the country’s history and heritage.
EU Chambers, a non-profit umbrella organization of the bilateral European chambers operating in Hungary, opened the budgeting season with a joint event on Sep. 17 at Randstad Hungary, featuring expert insights and discussion. Prof. Ákos Péter Bod, a lecturer at Corvinus University and former President of the National Bank of Hungary, delivered the keynote address. A panel called “Where will we land in 2025 and outlook 2026” included: Zsolt Becsey, UniCredit Bank Hungary; Sándor Baja, Randstad; Ágnes Bejo, Jalsovszky; and Ernő Hadnagy, WLP Hungary, and was moderated by Albert Hulshof, of UniCredit Bank Hungary. The event also provided valuable networking opportunities for members of the bilateral chambers and the wider business community.
Contemporary art today carries not only cultural but also business significance: it opens new perspectives, provides inspiration, and creates opportunities for building connections. Swisscham and Dutcham are offering members and partners an exclusive Hungarian-languageguided tour at the Budapest Contemporary art fair, where they will gain insight into some of the most exciting works of the Hungarian and international contemporary art scene. The event guide will be György Gajzágó, art consultant and founder of the Contemporary Collectors Academy (CCA). During the program, participants will learn how to look at contemporary art in order to truly see it, discover how to distinguish valuable contemporary works from those that merely appear similar, receive guidance to avoid poor investments or potential business missteps, gain professional insights into the ways contemporary art can create business advantages, enjoy opportunities for informal networking, be enriched by an inspiring experience at the intersection of art and business. Participation is subject to prior registration by no later than Sep. 23. • When: Thursday, Sep. 25, from 4:30 p.m. • Where: Bálna Budapest, Fővám tér 9, 1093 Budapest • Fee: members HUF 5,000 / person (0% VAT); non-members HUF 8,000 / person (0% VAT)
The Insight Reception, a long-standing tradition honoring the commitment and support of AmCham members, brought the community together on Sep. 10. The exclusive event at the Continental Citygolf Club offered members a moment to reflect on the achievements of the first half of 2025 and look ahead to upcoming goals. The night blended achievement with community spirit, featuring a light-hearted quiz and opportunities to strengthen relationships. The reception also marked an important moment of transition, as AmCham bid farewell to outgoing committee chairs, welcomed new committee and working group leaders, and expressed gratitude to those continuing in their roles for their dedication and commitment.
On Wednesday, Sep. 3, the traditional Back to Work Cocktail of the DUIHK took place at the residence of the German Embassy in Budapest. More than 170 members of the German-Hungarian business community took the opportunity to kick off the second half of the year after the summer break with networking in a relaxed atmosphere. Ambassador Julia Gross warmly welcomed the guests from the business world, and Barbara Zollmann, managing board member of the DUIHK, emphasized the close and successful cooperation between the chamber and the embassy. In the summery setting of the residence garden, accompanied by live music and a barbecue buffet, numerous conversations, new contacts, and ideas emerged, making for a successful start to an exciting second half of the year. DUIHK members can look forward to a packed fall program, including the German-Hungarian Business Forum in Debrecen on Wednesday, Nov. 5, various thematic delegation trips to Germany, and new educational offerings from the Német-Magyar Tudásközpont – DUWZ on Artificial Intelligence and Digitalization and Innovation in Production.
This article was first published in the Budapest Business Journal print issue of September 19, 2025.
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