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Chinese firm eyes Thai factory
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 30/10/2023
» Chinese construction machinery manufacturer LiuGong Machinery plans to build three new factories and three machine assembly facilities in Asia-Pacific, with Thailand among the potential countries to serve its business expansion.
Japan roadshow seeks B10bn from investors
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 11/01/2023
» Industry Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit expects to draw investment worth 10 billion baht from Japanese businesses during a roadshow to promote the growth of electric vehicles (EVs) and smart electronic industries in Thailand.
Tax incentives to encourage reduction in plastic usage
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 10/01/2023
» The Industry and Finance ministries are using a new corporate income tax reduction programme to encourage businesses to use more biodegradable plastic products, in a move to reduce waste.
EV producers cheered by bookings at motor show
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 15/12/2022
» Bookings for 5,800 electric vehicles (EVs) at the Thailand International Motor Expo are providing fuel for the government's ongoing efforts to develop the domestic EV industry.
MPI expands 14.5% amid reopening, export growth
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 29/09/2022
» Thailand's Manufacturing Production Index (MPI) increased by 14.5% year-on-year to 99.28 points in August, and rose by 3.71% from July, thanks to export growth and the reopening of the country.
'Correctional' estate being developed
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 18/07/2022
» The Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) expects the construction of a new "correctional industrial estate" to be completed in 3-5 years, helping the government generate jobs for inmates.
Exxon cancels B330bn project
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 05/05/2022
» US oil and gas giant Exxon Mobil Corporation has scrapped its 330-billion-baht ethylene cracker and refinery expansion project in Chon Buri, but the decision will not affect the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) scheme, says a source at the Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) who requested anonymity.
A sector with an agenda
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 02/05/2022
» The 2022 meetings of the Apec Business Advisory Council (Abac), which highlights the bio-, circular and green (BCG) economic model, are prompting Thailand to gear up for advanced technologies and environmentally friendly businesses.
Manufacturing revival to propel economy
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 29/04/2022
» The Thai economy is expected to grow over the next 1-2 months, driven by higher demand for industrial products and exports, following a rise in the Manufacturing Production Index (MPI) in March to 109.32 points, the highest level since April last year, says the Office of Industrial Economics (OIE).
MPI poised to expand by 4-5% on global recovery
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 01/02/2022
» Industry Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit expects bright prospects in the industrial sector this year, believing Thailand's manufacturing production index (MPI) will expand by 4-5%, driven by global economic recovery.