March 6, 2025

PTT Group Bolsters Petrochemical Capabilities with New Ethane Import Agreements

Bangkok: PTT Public Company Limited (PTT) has entered into a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening its petrochemical business by importing ethane. The company has signed an agreement with MISC Berhad, a global leader in liquefied gas transportation, to hire Very Large Ethane Carriers (VLECs) for transporting ethane. This collaboration also involves PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited (GC). According to

25th Onshore Petroleum Exploration and Production Auction Announced with Investment Potential Over $70 Million

Bangkok: The Department of Mineral Fuels has announced the 25th Onshore Petroleum Exploration and Production Auction, featuring nine exploration plots, which will take place from July 1-16, 2025. The auction encompasses seven plots in the Northeastern region and two plots in the Central region, covering a total area of 33,444.64 square kilometers. According to Thai News Agency, the auction is

Amata VN Projects 40% Sales Growth in 2025, Eyes New Industrial Estate

Bangkok: Amata VN Public Company Limited has announced optimistic financial results for 2024, driven by a significant increase in land sales. According to Thai News Agency, the company reported a total income of 5,379.40 million baht and a net profit of 100.06 million baht for the year. The majority of land sales were attributed to the Amata City Ha Long

Expose Corruption in Military Hospital Medicine

Lopburi: Interrogation of retired soldiers and their families in Lopburi Province revealed that the corruption of medicines and medical supplies did not only occur at the Veterans Hospital, but this network also participated in corruption at other hospitals under the Royal Thai Army. According to Thai News Agency, the investigation into these allegations has uncovered a widespread network involved in

AOT Showcases Readiness of Suvarnabhumi Airport’s New Facilities Ahead of Royal Inauguration

Bangkok: Airports of Thailand (AOT) recently organized a media tour to exhibit the readiness of Suvarnabhumi Airport’s S1 building and Runway 3, prior to their official opening by His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen on March 20. According to Thai News Agency, AOT’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Keerati Kitmanawat, guided members of the Thai press through the

King Power’s Compensation Payment Delay Will Not Impact AOT’s Revenue

Bangkok: “Keerati” clearly reiterates that “King Power”‘s outstanding compensation payment will not affect its income. King Power’s outstanding compensation payment will not affect its revenue for 2025-2026. Most recently, King Power Suvarnabhumi or KPS has paid 9% interest to AOT. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Keerati Kitimanawat, President of Airports of Thailand Public Company Limited (AOT), discussed the situation

Thai Stock Market Declines as SET Index Drops by 1.44%

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed down 17.41 points as the SET index finished today at 1,189.55 points, reflecting a 1.44% decrease. The trading value stood at 47,26.79 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, the stock trading session saw fluctuations, with the index experiencing a low of 1,186.91 points and peaking at 1,207.04 points. In terms of securities movement, 148 securities

BAAC Launches ‘Kaset Wiwat Loan’ to Encourage Pre-Retirement Engagement in Agriculture

Bangkok: The Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) has unveiled a new initiative called the “Kaset Wiwat Loan,” designed to support individuals approaching retirement in transitioning to agricultural careers. This loan scheme aims to provide up to 8 million baht per applicant to facilitate the purchase of land for parallel farming activities, aiding the nation’s shift into an aging