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Egat keen to expedite 15 solar farm projects
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 13/11/2024
» The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat) wants to accelerate the development of 15 planned floating solar farm projects with a total capacity of 2,656 megawatts on the reservoirs of its six hydroelectric dams under the new national power development plan (PDP) of 2024.
Hoteliers decry use of illicit foreign entities
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 13/11/2024
» The widespread use of Thai nominees by foreign businesses in Thailand is a growing concern among hoteliers, who fear that low prices and quality could destroy the tourism reputation of the country, according to the Thai Hotels Association's (THA) monthly sentiment index.
UHG bags Ekkamai plot for mid-tier hotel
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 12/11/2024
» Commercial property developer UHG continues its acquisition of prime plots of land, leasing a one-rai site on Soi Ekkamai currently occupied by an apartment complex in order to invest 600 million baht in the development of a mid-tier hotel, prompted by enforcement of the land and building tax.
Thirsty firms in EEC trigger water study
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 11/11/2024
» Demand for more raw water to serve business growth in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), particularly data centres and cloud services, has prompted a new study on joint water management from two suppliers, says industrial estate developer Amata Corporation Plc.
Agency predicts Loy Krathong can generate B6.9bn
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 09/11/2024
» Loy Krathong festivals across five regions are expected to generate 6.9 billion baht in tourism revenue from 1.9 million domestic trips, with the North attracting the most tourists, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Dealing with the deluge
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 21/10/2024
» The monsoon season this year has created tremendous concern in the business sector as many key economic areas are impacted by severe flooding.
Japanese visitors remain uncertain
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 02/10/2024
» The recent appreciation of the baht and severe flooding have become crucial factors for the tourism industry for the rest of this year, with the high season approaching quickly.
Coca-Cola ThaiNamthip marks 65 years of refreshing Thailand and making a positive impact
Business, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 01/10/2024
» As the country's pioneer in non-alcoholic beverage manufacturing, Coca-Cola ThaiNamthip is celebrating its 65th anniversary by empowering its human heritage, known as "Khon ThaiNamthip," to take the next step towards future growth and advancing Thailand's sustainability agenda.
Accor keen on expanding premium brands in Thailand
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 16/09/2024
» International hospitality chain Accor is focusing on expanding its premium brands in Thailand and around the globe, banking on projections for rising global travel over the next decade, India's growing middle class and China's strong outbound market.
WHAUP prepares for energy demand spike
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 16/09/2024
» SET-listed WHA Utilities and Power (WHAUP), an arm of Thailand's biggest industrial land developer and operator WHA Corp, is planning to spend 2.3 billion baht to support its business and serve growing demand for water and clean electricity in Thailand and Vietnam.