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Office mulls higher small project cap of B10bn
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 22/01/2026
» The State Enterprise Policy Office (Sepo) is considering amendments to the public-private partnership (PPP) law to redefine small-scale projects, potentially raising the investment threshold from 5 billion baht to up to 10 billion in a move aimed at accelerating public investment.
Drastic plastic
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 15/12/2025
» In the global fight against climate change, plastics have emerged as both a symbol of modern convenience and an environmental challenge.
New DES minister urged to prioritise AI
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 23/09/2025
» Three major industry organisations are urging Chaichanok Chidchob, the incoming digital economy and society (DES) minister, to prioritise the national artificial intelligence (AI) policy and sovereign technology development.
Laem Chabang Port upgrade okayed
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 08/05/2025
» The Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Committee has approved the Laem Chabang Port Terminal B1 and B2 improvement projects, with a combined investment value of 12.8 billion baht, aiming to enhance the competitiveness of the regional port.
Ingram Micro bullish on Thailand's potential
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 11/07/2024
» Ingram Micro, a US-based technology distributor, is joining with Taiwanese tech firm Asus and chip maker Nvidia to capitalise on artificial intelligence (AI) investment in the enterprise sector and AI-based data centres, as outlays in these fields is estimated to exceed 10 billion baht per year in Thailand.
Office advances public-private pacts
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 03/06/2024
» The State Enterprise Policy Office (Sepo) expects to push forward government investment projects this year under public-private partnerships (PPP) valued at close to the government's target of 47 billion baht.
Cement producers keen on waste reuse
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 08/04/2024
» Saraburi, which houses Thailand's key cement plants, is expected to become a model of waste management following a fresh effort to turn waste into energy, led by the Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA).
Lessons for Land Bridge advocates
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Lamonphet Apisitniran and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 29/01/2024
» During the mobile cabinet meeting in Ranong last week, the Land Bridge project once again became a disputed topic as locals in the proposed area met Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and voiced concerns over the possible impact on their way of life and environmental damage.
More public-private projects in pipeline
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 29/01/2024
» Eight government investment projects worth a combined 100 billion baht will be developed this year under public-private partnerships (PPP), says Tibordee Wattanakul, director-general of the State Enterprise Policy Office (Sepo).
World Bank cuts Thai growth to 3.4%
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 03/10/2023
» The World Bank trimmed Thailand's economic growth forecast for this year and 2024 based on anticipation the country's exports would contract due to easing global demand. Tourism and private consumption are the key fuel driving economic growth.