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20-baht fare extension sought for Red Line
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 24/09/2024
» The operator of the Red Line is seeking to extend its 20-baht flat-rate fare for a second year after the current trial expires in November, as it has led to a big increase in ridership.
EV firms told to make car parts in Thailand by 2026
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 24/09/2024
» Car manufacturers supported by the government's electric vehicle (EV) promotion measures must invest in producing key EV components domestically by 2026, according to the chief of the Excise Department.
Thailand’s EV Industry Fuels Commercial Real Estate Boom
Published on 23/09/2024
» Thailand is poised to become Southeast Asia’s leading market for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing and innovation, which will have significant implications for the country’s commercial real estate industry. According to JLL (NYSE: JLL), sustained growth in Thailand’s EV industry, supported by government policies and foreign investment, will create an addressable real estate market of at least $6.5 billion (THB220 billion) by 2030, underpinning the country’s rise as a regional leader in EV manufacturing and innovation.
Thais keep their cars for longer
Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 23/09/2024
» Thais are less likely to buy new cars because of the sluggish economy, says Differential (Thailand) Co Ltd, a provider of data analytics, technology and research solutions.
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.
Suggestions to help the Thai economy
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 18/09/2024
» Thailand should focus on promoting only selected S-curve industries, expanding financial access for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and improving the technology and science infrastructure to improve the country's competitiveness, say business leaders.
Community liquor wins state backing
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 17/09/2024
» The Finance Ministry has vowed to enhance the competitiveness of Thai community liquor on a global scale.
PTT plots path to greener future
News, Post Reporters, Published on 16/09/2024
» PTT Plc, Thailand's national energy company, has realigned its strategy to balance business growth with sustainability, and advance both its own and the nation's goals of achieving carbon neutrality and net-zero emissions, says its chief executive officer.
People's Party slams 'empty' government labour vows
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 14/09/2024
» The opposition has called for implementing the ruling Pheu Thai Party's promised 600-baht minimum wage while criticising the government's labour policy for lacking initiatives to enhance labour skills.