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Tak to get first border SEZ, heavy industry still on hold
Business, Apornrath Phoonphongphiphat, Published on 13/09/2016
» The government's attempt to launch the first special economic zone (SEZ) in Tak province is expected to start by early next year with a border trade facilitation zone, but an industrial estate zone for heavy industry is unlikely to be set up in the near term, say local businesses.
Wastewater to power industry
Business, Apornrath Phoonphongphiphat, Published on 03/09/2016
» Technology for producing power from wastewater is set to generate more electricity for industrial estates and communities soon, says a waste-to-power producer.
FTI, investors fret over labour force
Business, Apornrath Phoonphongphiphat, Published on 26/08/2016
» A shortage of skilled labour has emerged as another obstacle that could delay crucial new investment, a key engine driving the economic recovery, say the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) and investors.
Rubber estates may be way forward
Business, Apornrath Phoonphongphiphat, Published on 08/02/2016
» Falling rubber prices have boosted investment in rubber production in Thailand, where the supply of the commodity is in abundance and the cost low.
The Steel gets serious about power
Business, Apornrath Phoonphongphiphat, Published on 04/01/2016
» The Steel Plc (THE), an SET-listed rolled steel maker, plans to diversify into power generation to ensure a long-term revenue stream as the steel industry struggles.
Rigid rules snags for Thai SEZs
Business, Apornrath Phoonphongphiphat, Published on 17/08/2015
» Although Thailand is keen to promote investment in special economic zones (SEZs) in border areas, some regulations are still out of sync with the current situation, making SEZs across the border in Myanmar a more attractive prospect.
Industrial inaction
Business, Apornrath Phoonphongphiphat, Published on 17/08/2015
» Tak, a western province bordering Myanmar, has been tipped to host the first special economic zone (SEZ) with a well-managed industrial estate and plenty of investment privileges to attract investors.
Tyre joint venture finds tread
Business, Apornrath Phoonphongphiphat, Published on 03/08/2015
» A major Thai-Chinese joint venture is expected to start work soon on car tyre production, targeting 10 million units a year for exports mainly to the US and EU.
B.Grimm turns up the power
Business, Apornrath Phoonphongphiphat, Published on 15/05/2015
» B.Grimm, one of Thailand's oldest conglomerates, says it will continue to focus on power generation because of its strong growth prospects and rising demand in both Thailand and Asean.