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Low net margin hampers aviation industry
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 05/06/2024
» DUBAI: Despite forecasts of record-high revenue of nearly US$1 trillion this year, the aviation industry is hampered by a low net margin as geopolitical and economic challenges continue to affect cost management and its net-zero target, says the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Association calls for urgent infrastructure development
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 28/03/2024
» The Federation of Thai Tourism Associations (Fetta) is preparing to submit a white paper to the government requesting urgent supply development as a surge in demand burdens existing infrastructure.
Dusit suggests more tourism segments
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 21/03/2024
» To achieve the government's target of 3.5 trillion baht in tourism revenue this year, Thailand needs to attract more segments apart from leisure travellers to compete with other destinations, said Dusit International.
Agency upbeat on long-haul arrivals
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 20/03/2024
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) expects at least 1.5 million tourists from North and South America this year, the same level recorded in 2019, with an increase in tourism receipts by combining the Easter holiday with the Songkran celebration in April.
Call to boost tourism investment in provinces
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 16/03/2024
» With Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin claiming Thailand will be a tourism hub next year, the private sector is worried about a lack of preparations in second-tier cities as high-potential segments such as sports tourism have yet to receive full support.
Europeans drive up room rates in the South
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 22/02/2024
» Longer stays from European guests helped drive room revenue in the first quarter in southern provinces, as room rates set a new record despite a small number of Chinese tourists.
Organiser upbeat on growing expenditure
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/01/2024
» Growing expenditure at food and packaging trade shows signifies a recovering economy and positive momentum for business tourism this year, with Thailand remaining a popular destination for the Mice (meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions) segment, according to trade show organiser Informa Markets Thailand.
Domestic operators see barriers to revenue target
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/01/2024
» Domestic tourism operators foresee obstacles to increasing revenue to reach the government's goal of 1.08 trillion baht this year, citing high travel costs and weak flight capacity, says the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Tourism operators highlight Northeast
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 06/12/2023
» When talking about tourism destinations, only a few visitors might consider visiting the Northeast, or Isan, as most foreigners still flock to established destinations such as Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya and Chiang Mai.
Frugal travel spending set to continue
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 10/11/2023
» Travellers would become more price-sensitive in an unstable global economy, while the majority of Thais are worried about higher living costs and tended to spend less on travel, according to online travel agent Booking.com.