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PAT Celebrates 73rd Anniversary, Announces Growth
Published on 17/05/2024
» The Port Authority of Thailand (PAT) held a ceremony on the 73rd anniversary of its founding, donating 36 million baht to the Chaloem Phrakiat project and announcing an operational profit net worth increase of 25.34 percent. PAT is motivated to advance potential initiatives that will propel the national economy forward and is committed to continuing its green port policy for sustainability, establishing goals to manage areas for the benefit of all sectors.
TAI and RX Tradex Host Automotive Summit 2024
Published on 17/05/2024
» Thailand Automotive Institute (TAI) in collaboration with RX Tradex is driving forward to transform the automobile industry in tackling the massive transformation towards innovative automobiles for sustainability, following the emerging growth trend seen by over 100,000 EV registrations in Thailand. Hosting as the exchange stage for new technology learning and automobile updates, the annual “Automotive Summit 2024” will be held during 19-20 June 2024 alongside the “Automotive Manufacturing” forum, part of the “Manufacturing Expo” hosted from 19-22 June 2024 at Bitec.
Bangkok Cable, INNOPOWER Forge Green Energy Pact
Published on 07/05/2024
» In a landmark move that promises to revolutionise Thailand’s power distribution network, Bangkok Cable Co., Ltd. (BCC), Thailand’s leading manufacturer of electric wires and cables, and INNOPOWER Co., Ltd., innovator in the energy sector, have announced a groundbreaking partnership. This collaboration is set to introduce cutting-edge technology into the country’s electrical grid, aiming to reduce costs and increase the efficiency of electric power distribution by up to 40%, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce safety risks for employees. The agreement, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), will see the two companies join forces to research and develop innovative solutions tailored to Thailand’s growing energy needs. The initiative comes at a crucial time as the nation experiences a continuous surge in electricity demand.
"FIREBRIGHT, the Front runner of Electric Vehicle Swapping, Shines at Bangkok International Motor Show
Published on 23/04/2024
» The highly anticipated 45th Bangkok International Motor Show (Motor Show 2024) was held with great success at the IMPACT Muang Thong Thani Exhibition Center in Bangkok from March 27 to April 7, 2024!
The Bangkok Metropolitan Council
Published on 13/04/2024
» Ms. Naruenarnmont Houngsap, Spokesperson of Bangkok Metropolitan Council, was appointed to chair the special committee to study the replacement of government vehicles with EV vehicles. In addition, Mr. Viput Srivaurai, Member of BMC Bankg Rak District, was also a witness to the launch of the Thai application Saifah for EV car users with Mr. Chadchart Sittipunt, Governor of Bangkok. There was Mr. Veerasit Manawa, CEO of Saifah EV Company Limited, who provided information at the Irawat Phatthana Building, Bangkok City Hall 2, Din Daeng.
EA Clinches Top Energy Industry Award in Thailand
Published on 09/04/2024
» Energy Absolute Public Company Limited, or EA, won the Thailand Top Company Award 2024 in the energy industry category. Mr. Chatrapon Sripratum, Vice President of the Climate Change Strategy & Sustainability, represented the company in receiving the award from His Excellency Professor Emeritus Dr. Kasem Wattanachai, Privy Councillor. The award is presented to outstanding organisations with excellent performance and excellence in their respective industries, honouring organisations that have elevated their potential in sustainable business management, which is a crucial foundation for Thailand's economy.
Leading Shared Mobility Operator Bolt Launches Green Category in Bangkok
Published on 05/04/2024
» Bolt, the leading global shared mobility operator, is proud to announce the launch of its Green category in Bangkok, featuring over 2,000 hybrid and electric cars. This strategic initiative marks a significant step towards Bolt's long-term environmental commitment to becoming a carbon net-zero company by 2040. With this category, riders will have the opportunity to hail an electric or a hybrid vehicle. Nathadon Suksiritarnan at Bolt said, "We continue to scale up our operations for the benefit of our customers and the communities in which we operate. Having electric and hybrid vehicles on our platform is a step towards ensuring environmentally conscious ways for people to move around in the city and reduce our ecological footprint. The new category also aims at expanding Bolt's ride options, thereby creating more economic opportunities for drivers and providing passengers with more options to choose from.”
MEA Prepares for Summer Surge in Electricity Demand
Published on 26/03/2024
» The Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) has announced that the highest electricity demand in 2024 is anticipated to reach 9,934.25 megawatts, marking an increase of 0.1 percent. In response, the MEA is gearing up to address this rise in power consumption through the deployment of advanced technologies and SCADA systems. Additionally, they are providing advice on how to save money on electricity bills during summer by following the "turn off, adjust, disconnect, replace" principles for safe electricity use.
Investing in growth, Bangkok Cable targets ASEAN dominance
Published on 21/03/2024
» Bangkok Cable Co., Ltd. (BCC), a leading manufacturer in the region, specialising in electrical wire and cable production technology for sustainable growth, recently unveiled its strategic plan for 2024. The focus is on expanding its presence both domestically and in the ASEAN market to meet the increasing energy demand and the surge in renewable energy use. BCC has allocated an investment budget of over 500 million baht to double the production capacity of its medium-voltage and extra-high-voltage electrical cables and to triple the sales of its solar cell cables or PV cables (photovoltaic cables). The company aims for a revenue growth of over 30% and to expand its market share to 35%, reinforcing its leadership in the electrical wire and cable industry and its commitment to delivering world-class quality products that provide maximum efficiency for a range of applications.
KBank Launches 100 Billion Baht Climate Strategy
Published on 19/03/2024
» KASIKORNBANK has launched KBank Climate Strategy 2024, which aims to support Thai businesses as they transition and embrace new business models in the “Climate Game” era, where business value is based not on profits alone, but also environmental and social factors. KBank is working towards the net-zero goal, through both green operations under international standards and green finance. The Bank continues providing sustainable financing and investment to reach 100 billion Baht in 2024 while also studying and preparing environmental solutions across all dimensions to comprehensively meet business needs, including consulting, carbon accounting and carbon ecosystem services. These initiatives are aimed at helping businesses in their decarbonization journey amid the proliferation of environmental regulations both globally and in Thailand, in order to seize the opportunities that will arise in the drive towards the net-zero economy.