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Sony to exit Blu-ray disc recorder market amid rise of streaming services
Kyodo News, Published on 09/02/2026
» KYODO — Sony Corporation stated on Monday that it has decided to exit the Blu-ray disc recorder market as the widespread availability of streaming services has snuffed out demand, with final shipments of recorders to begin in February this year.
Quality of life crucial as Thailand ages
Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 21/10/2025
» Thailand now ranks among the world’s top five countries with the highest number of centenarians, boasting more than 45,000 people aged 100 and above. With over 20% of the population now aged 60 or older, the country’s ageing demographics reflect significant progress in healthcare, nutrition and overall well-being.
Japanese keen to step up investment amid trade war
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 25/02/2025
» Japanese businesses have shown interest in expanding investments in Thailand amid concerns over the impact of the US-China trade war, which has caused some companies to consider a production facility relocation plan, says the Board of Investment (BoI).
SJWD lands B1.85bn logistics deal
Business, Published on 07/02/2025
» SCGJWD Logistics Plc (SJWD) and group companies have secured a contract worth 1.85 billion baht to provide warehouse and logistics solutions to B.Grimm Carrier (Thailand) Co Ltd and Carrier (Thailand) Co Ltd, the manufacturers and distributors of Carrier and Toshiba air conditioners.
Thailand lobbies for chip investments amid Trump's trade war with China
Reuters, Published on 06/02/2025
» Thailand aims to have an initial draft of a strategic plan for its semiconductor sector ready in the next 90 days, keen to attract fresh investment amid US President Donald Trump's renewed trade war with China.
Toshiba unit sets 25% sales growth target
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 23/01/2025
» Toshiba (Thailand) Co Ltd has set a sales growth target of 25% this year and is planning to launch more than 50 new products.
Carrier upbeat on sales to firms
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 30/11/2024
» Carrier Thailand, the seller and distributor of commercial air conditioners, sees promising opportunities in the local business-to-business (B2B) market, driven by increasing demand from hotels and restaurants for air conditioners as foreign tourist arrivals rise following the pandemic.
Toshiba unit sets sales growth target at 20%
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/08/2024
» Toshiba Thailand has targeted 20% growth for the entire year, with more of its product line-up shifting to middle and high-tier products to tackle sluggish spending in the mass market and respond to global economic challenges.
SET eyeing more family business listings
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 02/08/2024
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) is providing an ecosystem that supports the listing of family businesses, saying the group is a strong foundation of the economy and has the potential for future growth.
Bangkok Business Challenge 2024: Growing Impactful Ventures
Published on 29/05/2024
» The Bangkok Business Challenge, the longest-running startup competition for aspiring future entrepreneurs, is gearing up for another year, with Sasin School of Management hosting the event and SCG Chemicals (SCGC), a leading innovator in chemical solutions, as its titled sponsor. This year's concept is "Growing Impactful Ventures," aiming to drive businesses forward sustainably. The competition is open to undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students from all disciplines and universities, nationally and globally, who possess the entrepreneurial skills, creativity, and innovative thinking to scale their ventures from inception to practical business implementation. The event will take place from June 20-22, 2024, at Sasin School of Management, as part of the Sasin Impact Entrepreneurship Week 2024 (SasinIEW).