https://www.scmp.com/rss/327767/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com It has never been easier to look for a flat in Bangkok. Wealthy foreigners are flocking to the Thai capital to buy property at plush, new complexes such as 98 Wireless, which offers services such as a dedicated butler, a chauffeured Bentley, valet parking, and an on-site Quintessentially concierge. But then Bangkok now offers Hongkongers a large choice of luxury condominiums as well as enticing shopping and fine dining. Some analysts are expecting Bangkok property prices to rise, however. CBRE’s... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159949/soaring-hong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159949/soaring-hong?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 16 Aug 2018 03:23:46 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com There is rush hour city traffic, and then there is Bangkok traffic. With an area of 1,500 square kilometres, an estimated 11 million inhabitants, nine million registered vehicles and a constantly growing number of tourists, traffic in this vibrant concrete jungle is notorious any time of the day. Opportunely, the Thai government and BTS Group are responding fast. BTS Group has already secured... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159809/bts-group?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159809/bts-group?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 05:56:26 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com With a reported market capitalisation of 102.7 billion Thai baht (HK$25.6 billion) in mid-2017 through four complementary business units growing in conjunction with Thailand’s continuing urbanisation, BTS Group has been on an upward trajectory over the past few years. Central to the group’s success is its mass transit subsidiary, Bangkok Mass Transit System (BTSC). Responsible for improving Bangkok’s... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159808/mass-transit?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159808/mass-transit?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 05:50:57 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Together with his father, Kavin Kanjanapas has the uncanny ability to make the most out of any business opportunity. After developing properties across Bangkok, the executive director and CEO of BTS Group then took on the construction of the BTS SkyTrain system to link its development projects. A master of synergy, the group embarked on yet another venture that has been taking its business to whole new... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159807/vgi-spearheads?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159807/vgi-spearheads?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 05:47:55 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com From its humble beginnings as a canned tuna processor and exporter more than four decades ago, Thai Union Group has evolved to become one of the world’s leading heavyweights in seafood production and the largest tuna producer today. With an international original equipment manufacturing (OEM) business and a global portfolio of leading consumer brands and products, along with factories and subsidiaries... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159805/sustainability?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159805/sustainability?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 05:38:38 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Famous for its delicious cuisine and tolerance of other cultures, Thailand attracts more than 35 million tourists each year. It won’t be long before the volume rises to 100 million. With locals who enchant with a ready smile, tourists love this tropical paradise where owning a second home simply makes sense. “When people look at property to buy overseas, they need to like the country first,” says... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159800/apex-enhances?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159800/apex-enhances?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 05:30:30 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Across the world, people are starting to take charge of their health to enjoy a longer and more active life. Consequently, a number of multi-speciality hospitals and health and fitness programmes have taken root, particularly in Asia. From traditional massages and spa retreats to invigorating mindful movement activities such as yoga and pilates, participating in wellness and longevity programmes has... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159799/wellness-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159799/wellness-and?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 05:26:18 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Fr om household goods to cosmetics, Asia’s US$225-billion personal care market is robustly growing in a way that is transforming cultures and lifestyles. Rising living standards and higher disposable incomes in China and other emerging Asian markets are sparking immense interest in personal health and well-being – creating high demand for safe, environmentally friendly and premium personal care... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159796/product?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159796/product?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 05:23:26 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Industrial estates are only as good as their power supply as blackouts and voltage fluctuations can lead to lost output or damaged equipment. Clients of B.Grimm Power, however, do not have to experience all these. Covering the whole power supply value chain from development and construction through to distribution and maintenance, one of Thailand’s largest private power producers provides the world’s... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159794/bgrimm-power?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159794/bgrimm-power?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 05:09:17 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Insurance businesses continue to face challenges in keeping up with changes in customer behaviour and lifestyle, especially with the advent of the digital age. Muang Thai Life Assurance (MTL), which has been playing a key role in shaping the Thai insurance industry for more than half a century, has relied on its strong differentiation strategy to provide comprehensive life and health solutions that... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159792/muang-thai-life?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159792/muang-thai-life?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 05:06:04 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com It is not difficult to reimagine Bangkok’s golden age as one explores the city through the Chao Phraya River. Like a royal barge procession, the parade of ferries, sampans and steamboats rowing down the river’s surging currents in synchronised fashion is fascinating to behold, and a sight that is distinct from anywhere in the world. Revered in Thailand, Chao Phraya continues to be an eternal source of... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2158928/pure-luxury-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2158928/pure-luxury-and?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 04:57:04 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Foreign investors are expected to plough more money into the Thai stock market this year, encouraged by the country’s broader economic rebound and continued growth in exports and tourist arrivals, complemented by a stable political situation. SBI Thai Online Securities (SBITO), a young but dynamically growing online stockbroker, is becoming the preferred partner of retail and institutional investors... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159789/sbi-thai-online?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159789/sbi-thai-online?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 04:50:14 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Thailand presents a lovely contrast between the bustle of city life and the tranquil views of green rice paddies, mountainous landscapes and pristine beaches. The country is also a compelling investment destination exhibiting environments that attract industrial players and investors across all sectors. The country also offers Thailand Elite, the membership programme that handles all the facilitations,... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159782/live-life?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159782/live-life?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 04:45:45 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com A monumental shift towards a cashless society is under way in Thailand with Krungthai Bank orchestrating the leap through networked access to everyday needs such as banking and government services, public transport, medical insurance and grocery shopping using a single card. “We are mandated to work with the governors of 77 provinces nationwide to ensure that every province has one cashless street to... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159780/krungthai-bank?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159780/krungthai-bank?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 04:31:16 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com When making crucial choices about financial investments, education, health or one’s own life, the adage that it is better to be safe than sorry could never be truer. Krungthai-AXA Life Insurance is the leader in protecting all generations without discrimination, proving its exemplary care for its customers as the fastest-growing among Thailand’s top 10 insurance companies over the past... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159779/krungthai-axa?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159779/krungthai-axa?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 04:29:26 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com With the growing clamour in recent years for the exotic flavours of durian, many companies use it as the basis for a variety of culinary treats. Perhaps no one better encapsulates the sweet, savoury and creamy taste of durian than Thai ice cream manufacturer Chomthana, which has established a niche in producing distinctively tropical Asian flavours in its ice cream. “Being an ice cream manufacturer... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159776/hot-demand?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159776/hot-demand?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 04:27:51 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com The heart of Thai SECOM Security beats for two precious yet intangible commodities that any customer desires: safety and peace of mind. For the past 30 years, the company has continuously proven its reliability in delivering all-rounded security as it protects the assets and lives of its customers. To provide services that go beyond the ordinary practice of sending security guards and installing... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159765/thai-secom?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159765/thai-secom?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 03:31:49 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com When the founder of Khao Shong Coffee, Chira Chiralerspong, discovered wild beans scattered by the roadside, he did not know it would be the start of an empire that would put Thai coffee on the world map. He explored many ways of brewing to bring out the very best essence of Thai coffee. This tradition lives up to this day as Khao Shong continuously improves the science behind the perfect cup of... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159766/khao-shong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159766/khao-shong?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 03:30:45 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Cross-border deals with syndicated financing for infrastructure projects in emerging markets and mergers and acquisitions (M&As) involving Southeast Asian parties have been driving deal flow in Asia for several years now. For such complex transactions, the expertise and network of Chandler MHM (CMHM) are invaluable in cultivating ties that bind. “Relationships remain fundamentally important within... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159764/chandler-mhm?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159764/chandler-mhm?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 03:28:28 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com A committed partner for one-stop solutions in Thailand with extensive expertise in delivering turnkey projects to various sectors, Pacific Rim Rich Group (PRich) is optimistic about business growth and technological advancement in Southeast Asia. Expanding through diversification, PRich provides design, engineering, project management, construction, equipment and processing facilities, largely for the... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159763/turnkey?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159763/turnkey?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 03:25:32 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Home to seven of the world’s 50 best foods, according to an article published last year in CNN’s Travel section, Thailand is considered by many to be a food paradise. With its perfectly balanced hot and sour tom yum, savoury pad thai, and creamy spicy green curry, Thailand is a country bursting with rich and decadent dishes. Hailing from a place with such a rich gastronomic heritage, CPRAM, Thailand’s... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159760/cpram-elevates?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159760/cpram-elevates?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 03:09:08 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com German electronics engineer Thomas Zimpfer and his 20-year-old company in Northern Thailand have been making waves in Europe. As an electronics manufacturing services provider specialising in high-mix/low-volume projects for industries including automation and sensoric, Bluechips Microhouse can work with companies to turn project concepts into finished products ready for market launch. “Traditionally,... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159759/bluechips?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159759/bluechips?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 03:06:24 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Polyethylene terephthalate or polyester (PET) film is the world’s most useful and diversely applied plastic characterised by its chemical resistance, shatter resistance, transmissivity and outstanding strength-to-weight ratio. “One beauty of PET film is that while a lot of applications are dying, more are coming in,” says Amit Prakash, managing director of Polyplex, one of the top five PET film... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159758/polyplex-takes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159758/polyplex-takes?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 03:04:10 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com According to the Bangkok Post, the Federation of Thai Industries foresees a dynamic future for the local vehicle industry and predicts overall car production this year to increase by 1 per cent to 1.97 million units. AAPICO Hitech is more than ready to contribute to this growth, serving local and international companies with its expertise in automotive frames and components. “AAPICO is innovative and... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159756/aapico-hitech?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159756/aapico-hitech?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 03:01:33 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com The Asia-Pacific is home to rapidly growing industrial sectors that require increasingly high-performance materials such as plastic compounds, adhesives and silicone sealants. In Thailand, Applied DB (ADB) aspires to extend its market leadership in this line of business across Southeast Asia. With a 70 per cent market share in plastic compounds for Thailand’s wire and cable industry and a 40 per cent... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159754/adbs-adhesives?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159754/adbs-adhesives?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 02:57:37 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com A household brand when it comes to horizontal directional drilling (HDD) services, Strega is expanding its offerings to provide a reliable one-stop service to markets in Thailand and Asia. Having nurtured long-term alliances with complementary businesses in the oil and gas sector, Strega has acquired relevant experience in various fields of construction work – from site survey and shop drawings,... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159749/drilling?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/thailand-business-report-2018/article/2159749/drilling?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Aug 2018 02:53:55 +0000 A recent Harvard Business School study revealed that the presence of Airbnb resulted in a 1.5 per cent loss of revenue for hotel businesses in 10 US cities. This new threat to the hotel industry is not just about price because the accommodation app also touts authentic experiences in its host cities. So much so, the platform launched its own brand of local tours, Airbnb Experiences, in 2016. At the Buy Tourism Online conference in Florence, in November 2017, Airbnb reported more than 8,000... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/travel-food/article/2159162/how-hotels-thailands-top-tourist-destinations-are?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/travel-food/article/2159162/how-hotels-thailands-top-tourist-destinations-are?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 14 Aug 2018 02:00:30 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Food and beverage (F&B) manufacturers face tremendous pressure to constantly develop the next big innovation to meet the ever-changing demands of consumers. Seeing how fast-paced lifestyles impact eating habits, convenience becomes a crucial differentiating factor for these companies. Established in 2003, Eka Pak pioneered the rigid-barrier plastic packaging containers in Thailand. Eka Pak supports the... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159506/eka-pak-supporting-ready-eat-industry-innovative?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159506/eka-pak-supporting-ready-eat-industry-innovative?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 10:18:27 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Leading clothing brands, whether they are sportswear or lifestyle, are known globally not only for their fashionability and aesthetics, but more for the distinctive functionality that their products offer, be it ultimate comfort, light weight, high absorbency or enhanced performance. Key to their success lies deep within each fibre – and with one innovative manufacturer, Nan Yang Textile Group. “Our... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159505/nan-yang-textile-group-spins-success-yarn-innovative?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159505/nan-yang-textile-group-spins-success-yarn-innovative?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 10:13:34 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com With an innovative research and development team and strong financial support from the government, Novamedic has grown to become a key player in Thailand’s suture manufacturing market. Stemming from the work of its parent, Novatec Healthcare, which originally imported medical and pharmaceutical products, Novamedic focuses on innovating sutures and producing the products locally. It is the first Thai... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159504/suture-innovator-novamedic-expands-market?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159504/suture-innovator-novamedic-expands-market?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 10:11:30 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com One of the region’s first international law firms, Rajah & Tann Asia has grown its office in Thailand from 15 lawyers in 2013 to nearly 60 today. Fluent in Thai and English, the team helps clients navigate Thailand’s intricate business and cultural environments, while handling cross-border challenges, including structuring foreign investments for investors looking for opportunities in the country.... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159502/rajah-tann-takes-pride-team-lawyers-who-know-asia?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159502/rajah-tann-takes-pride-team-lawyers-who-know-asia?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 10:09:15 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Barely two years after BCPG Group spun off from parent company Bangchak, the formidable green energy producer has already doubled its value following its initial public offering in 2016. Thanks to its strategic growth plan, BCPG is on track to generate 1,000 megawatts of power from solar, wind and geothermal sources by 2020. With a diversified portfolio and the technological know-how to accommodate... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159501/bcpg-group-powers-green-world-diversified-renewable?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159501/bcpg-group-powers-green-world-diversified-renewable?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 10:07:23 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com From intricate fashion dresses to casual apparel and exquisite lingerie, the textile industry faces dynamic trends and necessities that it needs to keep pace with constantly. When it comes to specialising in embroidery, lace, knits, and other delicate textiles, Bischoff Gamma (Thailand) leads the field as one of the world’s top suppliers and manufacturers. As a joint venture company between Gamma... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159500/bischoff-gamma-stitches-success-embroidery-and-other?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159500/bischoff-gamma-stitches-success-embroidery-and-other?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 10:04:12 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Overall interest in healthy living has surged all over the world. For some, the motivation comes from personal health conditions and aspirations for a longer life, while for many, it is simply about well-being. As the focus on health and wellness continues, Thai healthy beverage pioneer Royal Plus sees a promising future for its expanding product portfolio. “The growth outlook for healthy beverages is... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159496/royal-plus-hits-sweet-spot-its-coconut-water-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159496/royal-plus-hits-sweet-spot-its-coconut-water-and?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 10:00:06 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com One of the most colourful of corporate evolutions to grace Thailand’s business landscape is that of Loxley. Starting out 79 years ago as a simple trader of timber and agricultural products, the company has grown from strength to strength to become one of the largest conglomerates in Thailand. Today, Loxley excels by providing premium services in the fields of information technology, network solutions,... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159494/loxley-engages-start-ups-pursuing-service-excellence?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159494/loxley-engages-start-ups-pursuing-service-excellence?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 09:56:13 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com About 10 years before Chanin Vanijwongse founded lifestyle property investment firm Habitat Group, he had bought and sold luxury properties in Sukhumvit. Today, after 11 highly successful development projects, the company CEO has proven that experience does pay. “Our complete understanding of property investors has helped us create for them hassle-free turnkey solutions,” Chanin says. “Our clients do... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159491/habitat-group-offers-solid-and-hassle-free?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159491/habitat-group-offers-solid-and-hassle-free?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 09:50:43 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Sportswear and outerwear designer and manufacturer VT Garment takes pride in something bigger than its award-winning quality and craftsmanship. It is one of the biggest factories worldwide with the Fair Trade certification and Fair Labor Association membership – advocating better wages and working conditions, local sustainability, environmental protection and overall fair trade. “The garment industry... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159489/vt-garment-moves-value-chain-world-class-fair-trade?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159489/vt-garment-moves-value-chain-world-class-fair-trade?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 09:48:05 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com The projection that the global cooling tower market will be worth US$3 billion by 2022 is not lost on Thailand’s leading cooling tower maker Innovek Asia. The one-stop service company is set on being the top manufacturer of cooling towers and spare parts in Southeast Asia and potentially across Asia. With a research and development centre being established with partners from the United States, Innovek... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159488/innovek-supplies-world-class-cooling-tower-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159488/innovek-supplies-world-class-cooling-tower-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 09:45:56 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Of the world’s many industries, the Asia-Pacific’s chemical industry is the most diverse – with more than 70,000 modern products such as particleboards, plastics, pharmaceuticals, paints and coatings. A trusted Thai importer and distributor of industrial chemicals with five decades of expertise and more than 2,000 clients across Asia-Pacific, MC Industrial Chemical is in a strategic position to expand... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159483/mc-industrial-chemical-supplies-building-blocks?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159483/mc-industrial-chemical-supplies-building-blocks?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 09:37:41 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Certain companies just can’t help but shine. Gleaming from its position as the globally recognised producer of colorant chemical products, Modern Chemical Group has successfully partnered with original equipment and design manufacturers since its establishment in 1990. Supported by technically savvy professional sales teams worldwide, Modern Chemical Group provides its clients with a wide range of... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159479/innovative-eco-friendly-solutions-colour-modern?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159479/innovative-eco-friendly-solutions-colour-modern?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 09:26:49 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Technology evolves to accommodate the changing needs of society, with companies racing to develop the most intuitive, efficient, and automated machines. In the industry of manufacturing component products for the automotive and electronic industries, SP Metal Part (SPM) has proven itself to be a versatile and innovative leader in an increasingly competitive market. Producing solely electrical... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159477/sp-metal-part-gears-future-automotive-and-electronic?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159477/sp-metal-part-gears-future-automotive-and-electronic?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 09:23:15 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com There is no stopping the young, driven and ambitious Sermsang Power Corp (SSP) in fulfilling its vision of becoming a leading Asian power producer providing sustainable energy solutions with a full commitment to support a clean environment and the best interests of society. Established in Thailand in 2010 with a small team of four highly determined management members, SSP has grown to 30 employees who... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159476/sermsang-power-moves-ahead-delivering-clean-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159476/sermsang-power-moves-ahead-delivering-clean-and?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 09:21:30 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Taking its cue from the success of retailers selling microwavable food, NR Instant Produce – a leading sustainable manufacturer – is broadening its sights by taking its high-grade food products that are hand-crafted with fresh ingredients and selling them globally in leading retail chain stores. NR is making a lifestyle-changing turn for consumers by offering healthier options under its own brands such... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159475/nr-instant-produce-takes-por-kwan-oriental-ready-eat?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159475/nr-instant-produce-takes-por-kwan-oriental-ready-eat?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 09:11:07 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com With global economic power shifting towards Asia, intellectual property (IP) is gaining traction in a developing region awakening to the importance of protecting innovation. As more foreign businesses migrate towards the East’s booming consumer markets, IP trade and applications for patents, trademarks and industrial designs have rapidly grown – along with the need for legal guidance in this complex... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159468/cross-border-law-firm-stlo-group-secures-future?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159468/cross-border-law-firm-stlo-group-secures-future?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 09:00:55 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com With three more biomass plants coming on stream in Thailand this year, Thai Solar Energy (TSE) is signalling its long-term growth focus. “We are building on opportunities in biomass, and exploring biogas and wind energy for the future,” says Dr Cathleen Maleenont, CEO. These opportunities span Thailand, Southeast Asia and Japan, where TSE has a sizeable presence. The company will explore prospects in... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159466/tse-diversifies-green-energy-portfolio-biomass-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159466/tse-diversifies-green-energy-portfolio-biomass-and?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 08:58:44 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com In an era where buildings, appliances and vehicles are being produced at an ever-increasing pace, manufacturers using raw materials, tools and machines understand the importance of superior equipment and services. Sahamit Machinery has risen above the rest as a one-stop, state-of-the art solutions provider in importing and distributing steel, machinery and other industrial supplies. Over the past four... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159464/sahamit-provides-one-stop-state-art-steel-machinery?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159464/sahamit-provides-one-stop-state-art-steel-machinery?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 08:55:34 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com There is no express ticket towards achieving all the milestones in a company’s history, and Surapong Meknavin, managing director of SEA Consult Engineering, believes that this is the core that keeps the company highly competitive. “We have been in the industry for the past two decades, and we’re taking a steady pace in expanding the business, and in creating our niche as the expert in mass transit and... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159462/mass-transit-expert-sea-consult-chooses-slow-sure?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159462/mass-transit-expert-sea-consult-chooses-slow-sure?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 08:52:05 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com Many educational institutions are increasingly tailoring their curricula to cultivate graduates ready to address the demands of a globalised society. Webster University Thailand does this and more, instilling the value of global education to its students and encouraging them to be lifelong learners equipped with the necessary knowledge to adapt to the needs of an ever-changing world. “Our idea is that... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159178/webster-university-fostering-lifelong-learners?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/article/2159178/webster-university-fostering-lifelong-learners?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 08:49:32 +0000 Country Business Reports interviews and articles by Discovery Reports www.discoveryreports.com As a young boy, Jom Salakshana always looked forward to spending his summer vacations at the family’s holiday home in Koh Tao. Located in the Gulf of Thailand, the place never failed to pique the child’s imagination. When he was not running along the white, sandy beach below windswept granite cliffs, he was swimming with gentle whale sharks the size of buses in the warm turquoise blue waters. When he... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/country-reports/article/2158938/fynn-development-imprints?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/country-reports/article/2158938/fynn-development-imprints?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 08:33:19 +0000 The rise of contemporary art in Thailand has escaped the attention of many collectors, but its development has become better known with the recent opening of the critically acclaimed MAIIAM Contemporary Art Museum in Chiang Mai, and October’s Bangkok Art Biennale. Contemporary art in Thailand might seem slow to develop and lack government investment, but a handful of private institutions at home and abroad have been catalysts for its growth. So, meet the rising stars of Thai contemporary... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/travel-food/country-reports/topics/country-reports/article/2159078/6-rising-stars?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/travel-food/country-reports/topics/country-reports/article/2159078/6-rising-stars?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 04:00:30 +0000