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Banpu acquires battery farm in US
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 03/02/2026
» Energy conglomerate Banpu Plc has announced a major step into the US battery energy storage market with the acquisition of the Megamouth Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Texas, marking its latest move to grow its global battery farm portfolio.
GWM to close ORA Good Cat line as it expands EV expansion in Thailand
Online Reporters, Published on 02/02/2026
» Great Wall Motor (GWM) is set to discontinue production of its ORA Good Cat electric vehicle after four years on the Thai market, marking the end of a model that played a pivotal role in popularising battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in the kingdom.
Vietnam police seize tonnes of fake coffee products made from soybeans
Published on 30/01/2026
» HANOI - Police in Vietnam have launched a criminal investigation into a warehouse accused of producing fake coffee made from soybeans following a raid earlier this week, the Ministry of Public Security said on Thursday.
Run to fund orthopaedic kit
News, Published on 29/01/2026
» The Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand (Rocost) has announced a fundraising marathon to support 13 hospitals facing shortages of orthopaedic medical equipment.
FTI eyes 1.5m auto units as domestic demand increases
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 29/01/2026
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has announced a vehicle manufacturing target of 1.5 million units for 2026, a modest increase from 1.45 million units last year, driven by expectations of stronger domestic demand and growing production of battery electric vehicles (BEVs).
Vietnam auto manufacturer to set up $130m EV battery plant with China's BYD
Reuters, Published on 27/01/2026
» HANOI — Vietnam auto manufacturer Kim Long Motor said on Tuesday that it was partnering with China's BYD (Build Your Dreams) to develop a US$130 million plant to produce batteries for commercial electric vehicles (EVs) in central Vietnam.
GS Battery Wins Two Honors at Asia Automotive Award 2025 Thailand Chapter
Published on 27/01/2026
» BANGKOK, THAILAND – GS BATTERY, the sole manufacturer and leading automotive battery brand in Thailand under Siam Motors Group (SMG), announced its latest regional success at “The 5th Asia Automotive Award 2025 – Thailand Chapter (AAA).” The brand secured two distinguished honours: the ‘Automotive CRM Excellence Award’ presented to Siam GS Sales Co. Ltd. for superior customer relationship management, and the ‘Automotive Sustainability Excellence Award’ bestowed on Siam GS Battery Co. Ltd. for its commitment to sustainable business practices. The ceremony, held for the first time in Thailand at the Vibhavadi Ballroom in the Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao, was organized by Grand Prix International PLC in collaboration with ASIAAUTO VENTURE SDN BHD (MOTONATION) from Malaysia. The event marks a significant milestone in elevating the Thai automotive industry towards global sustainability standards.
Applications to Board of Investment hit B1.87tn in 2025
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 27/01/2026
» Investment applications submitted to the Board of Investment (BOI) in 2025 soared to 1.87 trillion baht across 3,370 projects, marking a substantial 67% increase in value and an 11% increase in the number of projects compared to 2024.
Top 5 January 2026 phones for expats
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 21/01/2026
» Living in Thailand as an expatriate means staying connected — whether for work, travel, or keeping in touch with family abroad. Choosing the right mobile phone can make life easier, especially when juggling local SIM cards, international calls and the country’s tropical climate. Here are the best picks for January 2026.
Pundit calls for smarter energy policies
Business, Published on 21/01/2026
» Political parties are urged to make smarter decisions to address living costs in the energy sector as previous price subsidy schemes were unhealthy for the economy, says Praipol Koomsup, an economist at Thammasat University who was an assistant to former energy minister Narongchai Akrasanee.