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Fresh hope for clean energy targets
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 16/08/2025
» The new deadline for implementation of the much-delayed power development plan (PDP) offers a blueprint for Thailand to align with its clean energy goals.
Bangchak uncertain on petroleum plans
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 14/08/2025
» SET-listed Bangchak Corporation has yet to decide whether to re-enter the petroleum business in Asia, though it is collaborating with Chevron Offshore (Thailand) to explore for oil and gas in a potential area in the Gulf of Thailand.
Chevron, BCPR partner on Gulf of Thailand project
Published on 07/08/2025
» Bangkok, August 5, 2025 — In a significant step towards bolstering Thailand’s energy security, a new partnership has been launched between Chevron Offshore (Thailand) Limited (COTL) and BCPR Co., Ltd. (BCPR) for petroleum exploration and production in Block G2/65 in the Gulf of Thailand. Formalised under a Production Sharing Contract (PSC) model, the collaboration was officially marked at a recent ceremony presided over by Dr Prasert Sinsukprasert, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Energy. The event also commemorated the Minister of Energy’s authorisation of BCPR’s participation—an affiliate of the Bangchak Group and a leading Thai energy company—via the issuance of Supplementary Production Sharing Contract (No. 1). The partnership is expected to advance exploration and development activities in the block.
Power plan to be completed by year-end
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 03/07/2025
» The oft-delayed power development plan (PDP) is expected to be completed within this year following a revision, said Prasert Sinsukprasert, energy permanent secretary.
PTTEP marks 40 years of pride in strengthening Thailand’s energy security
Published on 30/06/2025
» PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (PTTEP) recently commemorated its 40th anniversary, reaffirming its commitment to safeguarding Thailand’s energy security. The event was presided over by Mr. Krairit Euchukanonchai (5th from left), Chairman of the Board of Directors of PTTEP; Mr. Montri Rawanchaikul (5th from right), Chief Executive Officer of PTTEP; along with the company’s top executives. They extended a warm welcome to Mr. Prasert Sinsukprasert (center), Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Energy, as well as distinguished guests from the public and private sectors. The Board of Directors and management expressed sincere appreciation to all stakeholders for their continued support of PTTEP’s mission. The gathering took place at the Grand Ballroom, The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok.
Domestic oil prices in focus in talks with PM
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 19/06/2025
» The Energy Ministry is working to allay concerns over the impact of the Israel-Iran war, pledging that authorities will continue to cap fuel prices, though this may require cutting the oil excise tax.
Trade plan recommends more US gas
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 17/05/2025
» Thailand is pushing ahead with a plan to import more liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the US under the Alaska LNG Project, which aims to enhance national energy security.
Thailand bids to join Alaska gas project before tariff talks
Published on 09/05/2025
» Thailand said it’s interested in co-developing a massive gas pipeline project in Alaska backed by President Donald Trump, as the Southeast Asian nation explores ways to cut its $46 billion trade surplus with the US before tariff talks.
Investors in Thailand ‘want more renewable power’
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 13/03/2025
» The government's pilot project to allow renewable power producers to directly sell electricity totalling 2,000 megawatts to companies may be insufficient to drive new investments in the country, says the Board of Investment (BoI).
Electricity authority seeks public lights chat
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 03/02/2025
» The Energy Ministry's proposal to reduce power bills by cutting the government's free electricity supply to lights in public places requires further talks among state agencies, says Thailand's Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA).