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Fuel usage declined 0.2% in 2025
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 13/02/2026
» Thailand's total fuel consumption dipped slightly last year, falling by 0.2% year-on-year due to the economic slowdown, says the Department of Energy Business (DOEB).
Carbon rules reshape Thai business as CBAM looms
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 09/02/2026
» The European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is sending ripples of concern throughout global trade, unsettling exporters of certain products while raising broader questions about its long‑term impact on industries not yet covered by the measure.
Oil drilling set to increase
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 07/02/2026
» The Department of Mineral Fuels (DMF) is preparing to restart oil and gas exploration and production projects once a new government takes office following the Feb 8 general election, in a bid to attract multi-billion-baht investments and strengthen Thailand's long-term energy security.
Petroleum law changes put on hold
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 21/01/2026
» The Department of Mineral Fuels (DMF) has finished drafting amendments to the Petroleum Act to ensure the continuity of petroleum production when licences expire, avoiding delays that can result in expensive electricity bills.
Call to reform outdated oil laws to protect energy security
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 13/01/2026
» PTT Exploration and Production (PTTEP), Thailand's leading oil and gas company, has warned that outdated petroleum laws could threaten the country's energy security if they are not revised soon.
Oil markets shrug off US military intervention in Caracas
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 06/01/2026
» Global crude oil markets revealed little reaction in the immediate aftermath of the US military operation in Venezuela to detain President Nicolás Maduro on Jan 3, says the Thai Energy Ministry.
Offshore oil auction bidding to start soon
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 11/12/2025
» Thailand is to invite bids for offshore oil and gas exploration in the Andaman Sea, with cabinet approval expected by the end of this month, according to Energy Ministry permanent secretary Prasert Sinsukprasert.
Andaman oil to lure global investors
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 06/12/2025
» Thailand's oil and gas exploration and production scheme in the Andaman Sea is expected to draw leading international petroleum investors within two years, according to the Department of Mineral Fuels (DMF).
Oil auction winners to be announced next month
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 25/11/2025
» Energy officials plan to announce the winners of the country's 25th onshore petroleum auction next month, a move meant to increase reserves and strengthen long-term economic growth.
Energy Regulatory Commission seeking public opinion on upcoming electricity tariff
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 11/11/2025
» The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is seeking public input on whether to maintain the current electricity tariff at 3.94 baht per kilowatt-hour or raise it to 4.58 baht, with the new rate set to take effect from January to February 2026.