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Trump tariffs imperil Samui boom
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/04/2025
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is monitoring the US market for any potential impact from the new US tariff policy, while tourism operators in Samui fear the taxes could spoil the opportunity to reap profits from The White Lotus TV series due to weakened purchasing power.
Minor eyes huge hotel portfolio growth
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 18/02/2025
» SET-listed Minor International is targeting capital expenditure of 10-12 billion baht a year to reach its goal of 1,000 hotels and 4,500 restaurants by 2029, while banking on a boost to Thai growth thanks to the filming of The White Lotus at its four resorts.
Emirates touts bumper Thai business
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 01/02/2025
» Emirates remains confident in Thailand as its Southeast Asia hub after reporting the most business and first-class passengers flying from the country, which prompted the airline to launch its largest overseas lounge at a Suvarnabhumi airport terminal.
Supalai bullish despite tricky conditions
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 30/01/2025
» The real estate sector might record the lowest number of new residential projects launched in 15 years in 2025, attributed to a sluggish economy, high household debt and an elevated loan rejection rate, according to SET-listed developer Supalai.
Accor relies on growing middle class
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 11/01/2025
» International hotel chain Accor is banking on India's growing middle class and elevated digital technology as it targets global net room growth of 5% this year.
Tourism talks aim to remove hurdles
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 29/11/2024
» The Ministry of Tourism and Sports is planning a discussion with representatives of four groups — shopping malls, foreign ambassadors, online travel agents and hoteliers — about how to remove obstacles in the tourism sector.
Central Retail Corporation to focus on public service campaigns rather than prices
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 28/11/2024
» Central Retail Corporation (CRC) plans to allocate a higher marketing budget for equity and sustainable campaigns, shifting from price promotion, after its latest initiative raised more than 2.5 million baht for the Cardiac Children Foundation of Thailand.
Passengers record satisfaction with airlines
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 25/11/2024
» Airline passenger satisfaction remained high and stable this year, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), though the association suggested investing more in technology to meet customer demand.
Low oil prices give airlines hope for 2025
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 31/10/2024
» Rising supply chain costs still hamper the aviation industry, even though airlines should benefit from cheaper oil prices until next year, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Reaching for the sky
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 26/10/2024
» The aviation sector worldwide has been racing against time to reach net zero by 2050.