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Refiners assure oil supply adequate amid panic buying
Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 13/03/2026
» Thailand’s oil refiners have sought to allay public concerns by confirming that the country’s oil reserves remain sufficient despite reports of motorists rushing to filling stations in provincial areas.
Petrochemical slide expected to persist
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 08/08/2025
» The downturn in the petrochemical industry is expected to continue until 2027, when it will begin to recover, according to analysts.
Oil prices fluctuate as Mideast tensions persist
Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 24/06/2025
» Global oil prices remain volatile amid rapid changes in the Israel-Iran war, with the crude price surge losing momentum after US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between the two countries.
Mixed response to solar panel bill
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 04/06/2025
» A new bill to promote solar panel installation is drawing mixed reactions from businesses, with the latest comment from the Thai Photovoltaic Industries Association identifying possible loopholes in the draft.
Solutions sought for huge oil fund debt
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 05/09/2024
» Regulating oil and gas prices by offering subsidies from the Oil Fuel Fund for five years has left the Oil Fuel Fund Office (Offo) with huge losses and substantial debt.
Eppo: Energy contraction set to persist
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 20/01/2021
» Thai energy consumption in 2020 contracted by 5.8% from lockdown measures imposed to combat the pandemic and demand is expected to remain low with a 0.2-1.9% contraction this year, according to the Energy Policy and Planning Office (Eppo).
Gas field squabbles persist
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 16/09/2019
» The two largest gas blocks in Thailand -- Erawan and Bongkot -- will see new 10-year contracts start from 2022-23 with new operator PTT Exploration and Production (PTTEP).
Power plant licences up for consideration
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 15/08/2018
» Energy policymakers are considering what to do regarding three licences for new power plants in the central region that are set to expire in the next few years.