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Origin ramps up non-residential push
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 21/02/2026
» SET-listed developer Origin Property aims to increase the contribution of non-residential revenue to two-thirds of total profit within 5-10 years, up from an estimated 50% this year, as it diversifies into hotels, services and warehouses.
Phuket up in arms on long‑stay visa
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 18/02/2026
» Phuket tourism operators oppose the government's policy allowing foreigners who buy real estate worth 3 million baht to qualify for a long‑stay visa, arguing the investment threshold is too low and could attract "non‑quality" visitors who may engage in illegal activities, as well as risking an increase in property prices, making housing less affordable for local residents.
Flood recovery lag weighs on Hat Yai
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 05/02/2026
» While most hotels in Hat Yai have already resumed operations, insufficient flood relief has resulted in only 30% of shops and restaurants reopening, leading to a weak outlook for tourism revenue during the Chinese New Year, according to the Hat Yai Songkhla Hotels Association.
Sena puts focus on affordable housing
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 29/01/2026
» SET-listed Sena Development plans to launch eight new projects this year worth 10.7 billion baht, six of which are in the affordable segment priced 1-2.5 million baht per unit, as the company wants to be the leader for affordable houses for new buyers via its rent-to-own strategy.
Thailand tipped for major tourism revival
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/12/2025
» The Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) expects 39 million foreign arrivals next year, including 9 million Chinese tourists, while announcing its readiness to help stimulate 3 billion baht via its trade show in January.
Phu Kradueng cable car project on track
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 09/10/2025
» Despite the change in government, the Phu Kradueng cable car project is expected to proceed as scheduled and be completed by late 2027 or early 2028, as construction design firms have already been contracted, according to the Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration (Dasta).
Calls for 24-hour Sadao checkpoint
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 02/10/2025
» The number of arrivals and revenue from the Malaysian tourism market can increase by 20-30% if bribery at the border is resolved and the new government extends the operating hours of border checkpoints, according to Hat Yai tourism operators.
Minister urged to up marketing spend to lure more visitors
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 01/10/2025
» The Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) wants the new tourism and sports minister to increase funding for marketing, incentives and chartered flights so that Thailand can compete with neighbouring countries and attract at least 35.5 million foreign tourists.
Roadshow aims to bolster Taiwanese arrivals in 2025
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 26/09/2025
» The Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) held a travel roadshow in Taiwan on Thursday, aiming to increase Taiwanese arrivals to 1 million this year.
Dusit appeals to families
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/08/2025
» Dusit Estate, the property development arm of SET-listed Dusit Thani, is keen to expand its new residential brand Dusit Ajara, catering to multi-generational living trends in Thailand and throughout Asia.