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Rare earths deal ‘could strain Thai-China ties’
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 29/10/2025
» An agreement with the United States on the joint development of a rare earth minerals supply chain could put Thailand at risk of straining its diplomatic ties with China, warns the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
SCG Décor investing in renewables
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 10/09/2025
» SCG Décor Plc (SCGD), the operator of a decor surfaces and bathroom business, is investing 1.5 billion baht in renewable energy and improving business operations to enhance its competitiveness in the long term.
Regulation to curb usage of mercury
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 20/08/2025
» Construction of new mercury plants will not be allowed and the use of mercury in industrial processes will be limited in an effort to better protect the environment and human health, says the Industry Ministry.
EV battery recycling set to see sustained growth
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 19/08/2025
» Electric vehicle battery recycling could be a promising business, though the EV industry is facing challenges caused by the impact of the US trade policy and an economic slowdown, says management consultancy firm Arthur D Little (ADL).
Volvo unit predicts modest sales growth
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 14/02/2025
» Volvo Car Thailand expects car sales not to exceed 5% growth this year as it plans to survive a challenging period by enticing more consumers with new electric vehicle (EV) models and a battery repair service, aimed at helping drivers save on long-term maintenance spending.
SCG unit ups presence in Vietnam
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 14/05/2024
» SCGJWD Logistics (SJWD), a unit of Siam Cement Group (SCG), has acquired International Vietnam Co for 193 million baht to further grow its business in Vietnam amid bright prospects for the logistics industry in Southeast Asia.
SCG tracking events in the Middle East
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 26/04/2024
» SET-listed Siam Cement Group (SCG), Thailand's largest cement maker and industrial conglomerate, expects its energy and operating costs as well as expenses for raw materials to increase if conflicts in the Middle East escalate.
SCGP takes measures to reduce risk
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 24/04/2024
» SCG Packaging Plc (SCGP), a Thai operator in the fully-integrated packaging chain in Southeast Asia, is concerned about the effects of geopolitical conflicts, especially in the Middle East, on energy prices, including oil and coal.
Ministry seeks lithium in Phangnga
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 04/01/2024
» The Industry Ministry is interested in further exploration of lithium in Phangnga's Takua Thung district to serve the growing electric vehicle industry after an initial survey found some areas are likely to have this element, which can be used to make lithium-ion batteries for EVs.
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.