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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.
Demand shifts result in national oil plan rejig
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 17/12/2025
» The new national oil plan (NOP), which maps out long-term oil usage for the country, is expected to have several revisions as a result of projected shifts in global oil demand, the popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) and data centres, says the Department of Energy Business (DOEB).
SCG expecting next 12 months to pose challenges
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 31/10/2025
» SET-listed Siam Cement Group (SCG) is bracing for what it calls a "tiring year" over the next 12 months, with challenges ranging from economic uncertainties to a political vacuum.
Jet biofuel standard imminent
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 17/10/2025
» Thailand's first standard for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) specifications is expected this month, with enforcement scheduled from Jan 1, 2026 to support a campaign reducing the carbon footprint of the aviation industry, says the Department of Energy Business.
Clean energy firm gets financial support
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 15/09/2025
» The Thai solar panel market is expected to heat up as demand and supply keep growing, with new state regulations expected to facilitate usage, says GreenYellow (Thailand), a unit of the French clean energy solution provider.
PSP Specialties anticipates prospects for sales growth
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 27/08/2025
» Thailand's engine oil exports continue to experience significant growth despite the US reciprocal tariff policy, thanks to demand from China and Southeast Asia, says Thai lubricant manufacturer PSP Specialties Plc.
Thai steel firm brushes off effect of US tariffs on export prices
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 20/08/2025
» SET-listed Sahamitr Pressure Container (SMPC), Thailand's largest manufacturer of steel cylinders by capacity, believes its exports to the US will remain competitive with rivals despite the enforcement of 19% reciprocal tariffs on Thai products.
Clean energy dearth dents foreign interest
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 13/08/2025
» Ongoing political instability may slow Thai economic growth, but a larger hindrance is in the energy sector, as Thailand risks losing 1 trillion baht in foreign investment opportunities if the government does not step up efforts to facilitate renewable power usage, according to Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI).
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.