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Taiwan's Somnics co-invests in factory
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 19/04/2024
» The government plan to develop Thailand as a medical hub in Southeast Asia has encouraged Thai and Taiwanese medical equipment companies to co-invest to build a new factory here, aiming to establish an export base for a variety of products, including those that improve sleep.
FTI wary of conflict's impact on border trade
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 11/04/2024
» Recent armed conflict in Myanmar is causing concern over a possible further decline in border trade near Tak's Mae Sot district and a spike in illegal workers from Myanmar in Thailand, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Construction boom to drive machinery sales
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 09/04/2024
» Heavy machinery sales are expected to rise by 5% this year, driven by the growth of the construction sector, according to the latest estimate by Chinese manufacturer LiuGong Machinery.
Emphasis on medical outlays in EEC
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 08/04/2024
» Thailand and the US are working to drive investment in medical and healthcare businesses in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) in an effort to promote targeted industries and support healthcare services for ageing and young people.
Board of Investment plans meetings with 10 Chinese battery producers
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 05/04/2024
» The Board of Investment (BoI) is preparing to meet with leading electric vehicle battery cell manufacturers in China to encourage them to invest in Thailand in order to support the country's fast-growing EV industry.
Panel unfazed by higher diesel cost
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 04/04/2024
» Manufacturers are unlikely to increase the prices of goods if the government decides to allow the price of domestic diesel to exceed 30 baht a litre, following the expiry of a subsidy scheme using the Oil Fuel Fund on March 31, says the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB).
Isuzu teams up with PTT on hydro vegetable oil project
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 02/04/2024
» Tri Petch Isuzu, the local distributor of Isuzu vehicles, is working with PTT Plc to jointly test vehicles powered by a new clean fuel to support a campaign to cut carbon dioxide emissions, which are high in Thailand's transport sector.
MPI declines for 17th month in a row
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 29/03/2024
» Thailand's Manufacturing Production Index (MPI) dipped for a 17th consecutive month in February, falling by 2.8% year-on-year to 99.2 points, as a result of lower manufacturing in key areas like the automotive industry, says the Office of Industrial Economics (OIE).
Self-doubt obstructs high-level career advancement
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 28/03/2024
» One key challenge people face when advancing their careers is the growth-hindering “invisible ceiling” they build for themselves, says Narumon Chivangkur, country officer and banking head at Citi Thailand.
‘Never say no’ attitude key to career growth
News, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 28/03/2024
» In order to succeed in their careers, people have to adopt a “never say no” attitude when faced with challenges at their workplace, says Pawarapa Dupassakoon, marketing and PR director for Porsche Thailand by AAS Group.