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Thailand predicted to fail on EV target
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 30/11/2022
» Thailand is likely to miss its ambitious target of electric vehicles (EVs) comprising 50% of locally made vehicles by 2030 for a variety of reasons, notably high energy prices and limited EV charging facilities, says global management consultancy Arthur D. Little.
Stumbling Hotel Industry Starts to Regain Footing After Its Worst Year
Business, Peter Grant, Published on 18/03/2021
» The badly battered lodging business is stirring to life, roused by hotel owners and investors betting that bookings will pick up when Covid-19 vaccines become widespread and more Americans itch to travel again.
Mister Loo flush with hope
Business, William Hicks, Published on 28/12/2020
» Seeking to capitalise on trends relating to hygiene and sanitation amid the pandemic, Bangkok-based bathroom startup Mister Loo is expanding throughout the country and region, marketing its amenity-filled toilets to members of the public willing to pay a premium for such conveniences.
Ares SSG sets B15bn goal by 2025 for Thailand
Business, Published on 23/07/2020
» Asia-Pacific asset management firm Ares SSG has announced a long-term target for investing up to 15 billion baht in Thailand over the next five years.
Travel Is Bouncing Back, but Tourists Stick Close to Home
Business, Andrew Jeong & Philip Wen, Published on 20/07/2020
» A New Zealand ski resort recently staffed up as locals piled in. Vacationing South Koreans, with few foreigners in sight, pack the buffet lines at fancy hotels. Cottage rentals in the U.K. have nearly doubled over last year--mainly driven by British travelers.
Mercedes-Benz, NSTDA team up for EVs, batteries
Business, Published on 05/08/2019
» Mercedes-Benz Manufacturing Thailand, a local production unit of the German luxury car maker, and the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) are teaming up for technology transfer on electric vehicles (EVs) and lithium battery testing.
Cybersecurity risk in auto industry
Business, Published on 15/02/2019
» The proliferation of software, connectivity and other emerging technologies in automobiles has made cybersecurity a major challenge for the industry, according to a report by Synopsys Inc and SAE International, a global association of engineers and technical experts in the aerospace, automotive and commercial vehicle industries.
Digital wallets open regionwide
Business, Published on 07/07/2018
» The adoption of digital wallets and contact-less card-based payments by retailers in developing countries across Asia-Pacific is likely to become the standard as trust and convenience are paramount for consumers, says leading analytics company GlobalData.