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New power plan to look at future supply
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 14/10/2025
» Authorities have started drafting a new version of the power development plan (PDP), focusing on the nation's long-term power supply management amid a surge in solar power, says the Energy Policy and Planning Office (Eppo).
Moves to address renewables supply flaw
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 29/09/2025
» While greater renewable energy usage has become a crucial part of efforts to curb carbon dioxide emissions produced by fossil-derived fuels, experts warn that cleaner energy may not always ensure a reliable supply.
Thai steel firm brushes off effect of US tariffs on export prices
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 20/08/2025
» SET-listed Sahamitr Pressure Container (SMPC), Thailand's largest manufacturer of steel cylinders by capacity, believes its exports to the US will remain competitive with rivals despite the enforcement of 19% reciprocal tariffs on Thai products.
Unpacking the debt-to-GDP ratio
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 29/03/2025
» The Pheu Thai Party-led government has pursued aggressive fiscal policies, building on the work of the previous administration led by Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha, which navigated the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic. During Gen Prayut's tenure, two special emergency loan decrees were enacted, resulting in total borrowing of 1.5 trillion baht and prompting an increase in the public debt ceiling from 60% to 70% of GDP.
Thai hotel room rate growth leads world
Business, Published on 13/02/2025
» Hotel room rates in Thailand rose last year by an average of 15% from 2023, making it the only country to achieve double-digit growth, according to SiteMinder, an e-commerce platform that helps hotels sell rooms on their own websites and through third parties.
Maserati to join Thai EV market, targeting LGBTQIA2S+ customers
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 15/12/2023
» Italian luxury car manufacturer Maserati plans to join the crowded Thai electric vehicle market by launching two battery EV models here next year, with a focus on LGBTQIA2S+ customers.
Growing opposition to China's plan to strip-mine seabed
Business, Todd Woody of Bloomberg News, Published on 02/08/2023
» BERKELEY: In an international showdown that is pitting China against dozens of other nations, one company's quest to strip-mine the seabed for valuable metals has hit a roadblock.
SHR sees revenue hitting B10bn this year
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 15/03/2023
» SET-listed S Hotels & Resorts (SHR) is expecting 10 billion baht in revenue this year, a record high and an increase of 20% from last year.
Sansiri banking on hospitality foray
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 02/03/2023
» Developer Sansiri Plc is pinning its hopes on its hospitality business called The Standard International as tourism is expected to boom for three years.
TAT preps B1.9bn promotion
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 26/01/2023
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is preparing to spend an additional 1.9 billion baht to increase airline seat capacity, aiming to connect big cities that still have potential to spend amid the downturn.