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Smart city experts to gather in Pattaya
Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 08/10/2024
» Engineers and developers of smart cities worldwide will gather in Pattaya later this month to exchange views and discuss ideas on revolutionising urban development for sustainable living, says the International Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
Bangchak Leads Thailand’s Path to Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Published on 08/10/2024
» Bangchak Corporation’s leadership in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production took centre stage during the SAF Readiness in Thailand panel discussion at the Thai Aviation Sustainability Day, held at the Stock Exchange of Thailand. Representing the company, Mrs. Gloyta Nathalang, Senior Executive Vice President of Sustainability Management and Corporate Communications, emphasised Bangchak’s efforts in producing SAF from used cooking oil, marking a key milestone in Thailand’s transition to sustainable energy solutions.
Straight from the runways
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 08/10/2024
» Embrace the bags, shoes and watches that have come straight off the runway to add to your style this season.
W Refresh at W Koh Samui: A Night of Bold Flavours
Published on 08/10/2024
» W Koh Samui has partnered with Perrier for a special one-night-only event, W Refresh, featuring a bar takeover by renowned mixologist Niks Anuman, whose bar, Asia Today, is ranked among Asia’s 50 Best Bars. This exclusive event took place on 4 October 2024 at WOOBAR from 6 PM to 10 PM, offering guests a night of creative cocktails infused with the signature sparkle of Perrier and Niks Anuman’s innovative approach to mixology.
Hong Kong resellers triple prices for Coldplay tickets
South China Morning Post, Published on 08/10/2024
» Tickets for Coldplay's coming shows in Hong Kong have appeared on reselling platforms such as Facebook and Carousell for up to three times their original price, as the first batch of tickets were officially released.
PJ Wood Invests 150 Million Baht in Green Initiative
Published on 08/10/2024
» PJ Chonburi Parawood Co., Ltd., Thailand’s leading exporter of home goods, is earmarking 150 million Baht to a new green initiative aimed at transforming its operations to meet the rising global demand for sustainable products. The investment will position PJ Wood as a leader in eco-conscious manufacturing, enhancing both operational efficiency and environmental responsibility.
House prices having less impact than mortgage woes
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 08/10/2024
» The increase in house prices, driven by rising construction costs, has had a significantly lower impact on prospective homebuyers compared to the difficulty people face in securing mortgage loans, according to property associations.
Finance Ministry seeking cabinet nod to sell shares
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 08/10/2024
» The Finance Ministry is preparing to propose to the cabinet in December the sale of both listed and unlisted shares held by the ministry. This will involve over 100 enterprises in which the ministry holds a stake of less than 50%.
Leading by example: Walking the talk on corporate decarbonisation
Business, Wasinee Sivakua , Published on 08/10/2024
» As I write this, monsoon floods continue to batter the northern, northeastern and central Thailand. It is just the beginning – extreme weather is set to be the new normal given the escalating environmental challenges that Thailand has been facing and will continue to face in the upcoming years.
Fuel, vegetable prices push up inflation
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 08/10/2024
» The consumer price index (CPI) rose for a sixth consecutive month in September, up by 0.61% year-on-year, driven by higher prices of diesel and some vegetables.