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Taking Chiang Rai to the world
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 07/09/2024
» The founder of Welcome to Chiang Rai Co Ltd, a new social enterprise in northern Thailand, was inspired by the beauty and diversity of hill tribe apparel and accessories and aims to add value to such crafted products to help generate sustainable income for the communities producing them.
IVL eyes use of recycled plastic in clothes
Business, Ranjana Wangvipula, Published on 25/11/2023
» Chemical manufacturer Indorama Ventures Plc (IVL) is working with circular fashion experts to help designers commercialise clothes made of recycled PET bottles that would otherwise only end up being shown on catwalks.
Thai Silk shifts to iconic lifestyle company
Business, Pitsinee Jitpleecheep, Published on 21/11/2023
» The Thai Silk Co, the operator of the Jim Thompson brand, is undergoing a transformation from a silk-focused enterprise to a pioneering iconic lifestyle company, with plans to diversify into the hotel and homeware sectors over the next 3-5 years.
Recycled clothing demand surges on environmental concerns
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 19/06/2023
» Clothing made from recycled materials is becoming a global consumer trend as more people are concerned about protecting the environment and reducing emissions.
Hemp to be promoted in textile industry
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 01/06/2022
» The Commerce Ministry looks set to promote and upgrade hemp fibre in the Thai textile industry as it offers high potential in the global market under the popular bio-, circular and green economic model.
The sweet smell of success
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 25/04/2022
» Though Thailand faces gloomy economic prospects with a surge in inflation, higher energy prices and persistent Covid outbreaks, a performance by Thai rapper Danupha "Milli" Khanatheerakul at the Coachella Festival in California that was capped by her eating khao nieo mamuang (mango sticky rice) on stage went viral on social media, reigniting buzz over the influence of soft power.
Renovation shines a light on Isan identity
Business, Published on 10/12/2021
» SET-listed Central Retail Corporation (CRC) has unveiled a revamped Central Khon Kaen following a mega-transformation focused on highlighting the Isan identity.
For Fashion Brands, Green Is the Hardest Color to Sell
Business, Carol Ryan, Published on 08/11/2021
» If the fashion world wants to have less of an impact on the planet, the best solution would be to produce less. But well-known brands still seem to think sales can keep ticking up as usual.
Negotiations likely next year with Bangladesh
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 18/10/2021
» Thailand expects to begin talks on a free trade agreement (FTA) with Bangladesh next year.
Handicraft exports enjoy uplift as demand recovers
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 24/09/2021
» Thailand's handicraft exports are expected to grow by nearly 20% this year, driven by increasing demand for silverware, goldware and ornaments.