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Planting seeds of sustainability: Grab's carbon offset journey
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 20/09/2024
» As the spectre of global boiling looms large, innovative partnerships offer a beacon of hope. Grab, a leading superapp in Southeast Asia, and EcoMatcher, a technology-driven tree-planting platform, have forged an alliance in an effort to combat climate change.
Bolt's EV Usage Soars as Thailand Goes Green
Published on 19/09/2024
» In a significant development for Thailand's urban transportation sector, ride-hailing company Bolt has reported a remarkable increase in the use of electric vehicles (EVs) on its platform. The announcement comes as the country celebrates World Car Free Day and demonstrates a growing preference for emission-free mobility options among Thai commuters.
Private investment falls sharply in Q2
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 03/09/2024
» Private investment contracted significantly in the second quarter, primarily due to a decline in investment in commercial vehicles as financial institutions tightened lending, according to the Finance Ministry.
Tourism uptick expected to lift motorcycle sales
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 02/09/2024
» A more active tourism sector later this year is expected to lift the domestic motorcycle market, which struggled with sluggish sales during the first seven months of 2024, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Satisfying all customers
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 31/08/2024
» MG Sales (Thailand) is not limiting itself to manufacturing only electric vehicles (EVs), despite the growing popularity of the next-generation segment.
July sees highest export growth in 28 months
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 28/08/2024
» Exports in July expanded by 15.2%, the highest growth rate in 28 months, as inflation eased and the purchasing power of trading partners rose.
Analyst wary of Chinese threat perception
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 26/08/2024
» The new government is being urged to urgently address the perception that Chinese products and investments pose a threat to Thais before the issue escalates and negatively affects Thailand's exports and tourism.
Prospect targets purchase of 3 industrial sites for B3.35bn
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 22/08/2024
» Prospect Logistics and Industrial Freehold and Leasehold Real Estate Investment Trust (PROSPECT REIT) plans to raise an additional 3.35 billion baht to acquire three industrial properties for its portfolio, capitalising on strong demand in the industrial sector.
UOB stands behind companies' regional expansion efforts
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 15/08/2024
» UOB Thailand is committed to supporting large local corporations expanding into Southeast Asia to capitalise on the significant growth potential of regional economies, while also investing in domestic digital technology.
Loan growth slows amid credit crunch
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 14/08/2024
» Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research) has slashed its total loan growth projection for the banking industry in 2024 to 1.5% from an earlier forecast of 2.5-3.5%.