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Blue Elephant Celebrates 45 Years of Global Success
Published on 09/07/2025
» This year marks another milestone for the Blue Elephant Group as it celebrates its 45th anniversary of dedication to authentic Thai cuisine, culinary innovation and hospitality. Founded in 1979 by visionary entrepreneur Karl Steppe and esteemed Master Chef Nooror Somany Steppe, Blue Elephant has grown from a single restaurant in Brussels to an internationally acclaimed brand and beacon of Thai gastronomy. Today, Blue Elephant continues to honour its rich heritage while embracing the future with its subsidiary, Blue Spice, which is dedicated to making authentic Thai cuisine accessible to home cooks and food enthusiasts worldwide.
Synphaet, Mahidol Launch National Vascular Surgery Centre
Published on 03/07/2025
» A major step towards enhancing specialised healthcare and positioning Thailand as a regional Medical & Wellness Hub has been taken with the launch of the “SYNPHAET MARAVAS Vascular Surgery Centre,” developed through a collaboration between Synphaet Hospital and Mahidol University. The centre aims to deliver advanced vascular care nationwide while integrating academic research, innovative treatment technologies, and a patient-centred approach into Thailand’s growing healthcare infrastructure.
Poonphol champions innovation and sustainable growth
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 28/05/2025
» For over 80 years, Poonphol Group has been woven into the fabric of Thailand's economy -- growing, adapting, and contributing meaningfully to society.
Distinctive Highlights of The Only Thai Branded Residence: The Residences at Dusit Central Park
Published on 30/04/2025
» The concept of branded residences, a property development model paired with exceptional services, has become a hallmark of world-class real estate projects. Designed to meet diverse lifestyle needs of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) as a growing consumer segment, branded residences are rooted in history. The idea became widely known in 1927 during America’s economic heyday when a New York’s luxury apartment, The Sherry Netherland, distinguished itself by offering hotel-style management and services tailored to its residents' needs, paving the way for the branded residences we know today. According to CBRE Global, branded residences go beyond revenue strategies in real estate; they leverage brand equity to drive project sales. Developers collaborate with brands, ranging from luxury hotels to fine jewellery, to craft and deliver elevated living experiences through unparalleled quality, design, and services inherent to the brands. This approach not only meets the needs of discerning clients but also enhances property value by 25-30%. Moreover, luxury branded residences have shown remarkable growth across regions, with a 36% increase in Asia-Pacific (APAC), 77% in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), and 46% in the Americas, reflecting the surging global demand for such projects.
City Realty – The Legacy and Vision of Thailand’s Low-key Pioneering Property Developer
Published on 29/04/2025
» A rare insight into City Realty, one of Thailand’s ground-breaking property developers led by the Sophonpanich family—renowned in the financial sector as founders of Bangkok Bank, Thailand's largest bank by total assets, and majority shareholders of the company.
Redefining Luxury Through Sustainable Tourism
Published on 23/04/2025
» Sustainable tourism has evolved from niche market to mainstream aspiration, with profound implications for how travellers, businesses, and destinations approach hospitality, according to Professor Lisa Wan, Associate Professor at the School of Hotel and Tourism Management, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) Business School.
Phuket operators suggest infrastructure upgrade
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 17/04/2025
» Phuket tourism operators submitted a white paper focusing on the Cherngtalay area to the Phuket governor last month, asking for infrastructure improvement to accommodate rising demand in the tourism and property markets.
Tourism goes green
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/03/2025
» Tourism is not only a major driver of Thailand’s economy, but also an avenue to transform the country into a sustainable destination for locals and visitors.
Gauging an elusive growth target
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 17/02/2025
» With the first month of 2025 passed, the economy still faces uncertainty and unclear growth drivers.
Laguna Phuket: Where Phuket's Elite Call Home
Published on 07/02/2025
» As demand for luxury homes remains incredibly buoyant in Phuket, largely due to a continued influx of international buyers, a record number of new developments have entered the market in 2024 - with many more to come. According to real estate experts like CBRE Thailand, the value of real estate sales in Phuket reached a new record last year - and there is a new project launched almost every two weeks.