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Bangchak's BBGI preps B2 billion plan for bio-LNG plant
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 03/09/2025
» A plan to turn wastewater into bio-liquefied natural gas (bio-LNG), a new fuel for power generation, is expected to be finalised in two years under a 2-billion-baht budget allocated by BBGI, the biotechnology arm of energy conglomerate Bangchak Corporation.
Bangchak unit investing B2bn in bio-LNG venture
Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 02/09/2025
» A plan to turn wastewater into bio-liquefied natural gas (bio-LNG), a new fuel for power generation, is expected to be finalised in two years under a 2-billion-baht budget allocated by BBGI, the biotechnology arm of the Thai energy conglomerate Bangchak Corporation.
Thailand Champions Global Cassava Sustainability at 2025 Forum
Published on 17/06/2025
» Bangkok, June 16, 2025 - Thailand’s leadership in the global cassava industry took centre stage at the Global Cassava Sustainability Forum 2025, held today at Pullman Bangkok King Power. Co-hosted by King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) and the National Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (BIOTEC) under the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), the event gathered international experts, industry leaders, and policymakers to strengthen global networks in sustainable agri-business, using cassava as a model value chain. The forum is part of Thailand’s Reinventing University Initiative, supported by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), which aims to enhance Thai universities’ global competitiveness and strengthen their role in national development.
Small breweries to sell beer in kegs nationwide
Post Reporters, Published on 13/05/2025
» The cabinet on Tuesday agreed that small breweries should be allowed to sell their beer from kegs, nationwide.
Don't rush State Audit Office probe
Oped, Editorial, Published on 29/04/2025
» Yesterday marked one month since one of the worst earthquakes in Thailand's history shook the capital. The tremor mostly caused minor damage to thousands of properties nationwide, but one building -- the under-construction State Audit Office (SAO) building in Chatuchak district -- completely collapsed during the quake.
Leave no stone unturned in graft probes
Oped, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 05/04/2025
» The collapse of the State Audit Office's (SAO) under-construction building last week following a powerful quake in Myanmar set a world record -- but not in a way that Thai people would take pride in.
Japan 'poop master' gives back to nature
AFP, Published on 10/01/2025
» SAKURAGAWA, Japan - When nature calls, Masana Izawa has followed the same routine for more than 50 years: heading out to the woods in Japan, dropping his pants and doing as bears do.
BBGI aims to fuel ships with bio-LNG
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 06/01/2025
» BBGI, the biotechnology arm of energy conglomerate Bangchak Corporation, plans to supply a cleaner fuel called "bio-LNG" to ships, replacing liquified natural gas (LNG) and supporting the global campaign to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Hylife Group Unveils Sustainable 400-Million-Baht Food Facility
Published on 27/11/2024
» Hylife Group has launched its Hylife Global Foods facility, a state-of-the-art 400-million-baht investment poised to revolutionise the food processing industry. Scheduled to open on 10 December 2024 in Chiang Mai, the facility integrates advanced technologies to promote environmental sustainability, align with global standards, and foster long-term growth while benefiting local communities.
Bangchak and CPF Join Forces to Power the Future
Published on 28/10/2024
» Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited and Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (CPF) have entered into a business sustainability cooperation agreement to produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from used cooking oil. The signing ceremony, held on 28 October 2024, brought together Mr Chaiwat Kovavisarach, Group Chief Executive Officer and President of Bangchak, and Mr Prasit Boondoungprasert, Chief Executive Officer of CPF, as signatories, with Mrs Gloyta Nathalang, Senior Executive Vice President of Sustainability Management and Corporate Communications at Bangchak, and Ms Kobboon Srichai, Head of Corporate Affairs and Investor Relations at CPF, serving as additional signatories and witnesses. The event, attended by executives from Bangchak, CPF, and BSGF Company Limited, a Bangchak affiliate, took place at CP Tower on Silom Road.