The EAC Foundation • Asia House connects Danish business leaders, philanthropic foundations, and educational institutions with Asian counterparts through knowledge, dialogue and partnerships.
Located in historic Asia House, just around the corner from the Little Mermaid in Copenhagen, Asia House is Denmark’s leading platform for connecting Denmark and Asia.
Supported by our partners and the EAC Foundation, we are an independent, non-profit and non-governmental organisation. We welcome all stakeholders and organisations who share our mission of building bridges between Denmark and Asia.
Our network includes:
Asia House was the first headquarters of the East Asiatic Company (EAC), founded in 1897 by captain H. N. Andersen. The EAC pioneered regular shipping lines between Denmark and the Far East and grew to become the largest company in the Nordics by the 1970s, with a diverse portfolio of activities globally.
In 1907 the EAC moved its headquarters to Holbergsgade, just opposite the National Bank of Denmark, while Asia House transitioned to an administrative hub for sailors. Today, Asia House is owned by the EAC Foundation and serves as a focal point for the EAC heritage – providing a meeting place for all those with an interest in Asia.
Get updated on Asia House’s projects and events every month.