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Outlook remains cloudy for 2026
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 05/01/2026
» With Thailand's economy in 2026 projected to grow modestly at around 1.5%, several business sectors have begun preparing for potential headwinds -- some persisting from last year and others emerging as new risks, particularly with a planned general election in February.
Japanese firms pledge to maintain pickup capacity
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 02/12/2025
» Japanese automakers Isuzu and Toyota have vowed to maintain pickup manufacturing capacity in Thailand and continue purchasing auto parts, despite a sharp decline in domestic sales, aiming to shield parts suppliers from financial strain.
Carmakers demand stimulus
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 29/11/2025
» The country's leading carmakers are pressing the government for stronger support measures as the Thailand International Motor Expo kicks off, warning that promises of higher sales alone are inadequate to shield the industry from mounting challenges, including the severe impact of floods in the South.
Warning over car sales
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 01/08/2023
» A possible delay in forming a new government could deal a blow to the Thai automotive industry, which has already experienced sluggish car sales in the domestic market during the first half of this year.
Producers bank on uptick in EV demand
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 22/03/2023
» Global car manufacturers are hoping for strong sales of electric vehicles (EVs) in Thailand as the 2023 Bangkok International Motor Show commences on Wednesday.
Toyota anticipates 18.5% increase in sales
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 28/01/2022
» Toyota Motor Thailand expects its car sales to rebound following a slight decrease last year to record growth of 18.5% to 284,000 units in 2022 and looks forward to electric vehicle (EV) development by making Thailand its major production base for EVs.
IEAT to launch carbon neutral project
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 11/11/2021
» The Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) plans to carry out a "Carbon Neutral Industrial Estate" project at Map Ta Phut Industrial Estate in Rayong, as part of Thai-Japanese cooperation to fight climate change.
Toyota sees a 'bright future' from 2021
Business, No byline, Published on 26/01/2021
» Toyota Motor Thailand expects a "bright future" for the Thai automotive industry may begin in 2021 though the year started with a new Covid-19 outbreak as the Japanese car maker sets an ambitious target of 15-23% growth in sales, with its environmentally-friendly campaign to play an important role in stimulating new purchases.
Blockchain innovations to watch
Business, Diana Princess Yamashita, Published on 29/01/2020
» Aside from its efficiency, blockchain's success in the financial sector has been driven by another prized luxury: security. Its peer-to-peer verification system -- which distributes the control once held by a single server to process massive amounts of data -- has become a compelling solution for financial institutions. The online ledger's immutability provides the assurance it will be safe from malicious outside forces.
Japan's Suntory enters 'water plus' market
Business, Pitsinee Jitpleecheep, Published on 04/03/2019
» Thais have had a positive attitude towards Japanese culture for a long time. Whether music, games, food, lifestyle, trends or quality products, Thais frequently list Japanese as their favourite in these categories.