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Banpu Next aiming to expand beyond Japan
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 30/07/2025
» Banpu Next, the energy technology arm of energy conglomerate Banpu Plc, is planning to expand its battery energy storage system into Asia-Pacific nations other than Japan where it has established a battery farm to support the state grid, which increasingly depends on renewable power.
Banpu Shares Indonesia Investment Insights at Forum
Published on 04/07/2025
» Bangkok, July 4, 2025 – Indonesia’s expanding energy market and strategic economic role continue to draw forward-looking investors from across the region. Amid rapid development and rising domestic energy demand, the country presents compelling opportunities for businesses with a long-term vision and commitment to sustainable growth. These themes took centre stage at the Indonesia Investment & Trade Forum 2025, where Banpu Public Company Limited shared its success story and investment outlook in the Indonesian energy sector.
Banpu sinks B2.37bn into joint venture
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 04/07/2025
» Energy conglomerate Banpu Plc has spent A$110 million (2.37 billion baht) on a joint investment in energy storage development in Australia, seeking to benefit from the country's rapid transition to clean energy and expand the company's renewable energy business.
Banpu Invests in 350MW Battery Project in Australia
Published on 01/07/2025
» Banpu Public Company Limited, a versatile energy company, has announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Banpu Energy Australia Pty Limited (BEN), has signed an agreement to acquire a 50% interest in the Wooreen Energy Storage System (WESS) project. The remaining 50% is held by EnergyAustralia. Located in Latrobe Valley, Victoria, Australia, the project will have a power capacity of 350 megawatts and a storage capacity of 1,400 megawatt-hours.
Shares rally as Trump delays Iran decision
Business, Published on 21/06/2025
» RECAP: Asian equities staged a relief rally and the dollar declined after the White House said President Donald Trump would decide within two weeks whether Washington will join Israel in launching strikes against Iran.
Banpu divests from 10 Japanese solar power plants
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 18/06/2025
» Banpu Power Plc has decided to divest shares in 10 solar power plants in Japan worth 4.46 billion baht to optimise its portfolio of energy assets and ensure long-term expansion.
Thai-Indonesian Business Leaders Share Scaling-Up Strategies
Published on 17/06/2025
» Bangkok, June 17, 2025 – As businesses confront an era of rapid disruption, Thai and Indonesian executives are embracing innovation and adaptability to scale across Southeast Asia. This was the key message from the executive forum, “Scaling Up Business Across Thailand & Indonesia: Market Entry Strategies & Success Stories”, hosted by Sasin School of Management in collaboration with the Indonesia-Thai Chamber of Commerce (INTCC) on 12 June.
Trade tensions remain on edge
Business, Published on 19/05/2025
» After the US announced on April 9 it would temporarily suspend tariff hikes on several countries for 90 days, the global trade sector breathed a sigh of relief.
Trade chief holds investment talks with US representatives
Business, Published on 15/05/2025
» The head of Thailand Trade Representatives has met with US senators, congressional leaders and major American companies, in a bid to reaffirm Thailand's role as a key investor in the country and explore joint Thai-US manufacturing.
Chamber eyes quick US talks
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/05/2025
» The Thai Chamber of Commerce says it sees progress in the trade talks between the US and China, and believes Thailand is prepared for negotiations with America if the discussions can be expedited.