E-Commerce Grows 14%, Highest in ASEAN February 05, 2019 The value of Thai e-commerce grew 14% in 2018, reaching some 3.2 trillion baht, and growth is expected to hit 20% this year, says the Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA). more
Southeast Asia Bucks Trend of Sinking Global Foreign Investment February 04, 2019 Southeast Asia is bucking the global trend of falling direct foreign investment, as the low-cost fast-growing region solidifies its position as an attractive location for multinationals. more
E-commerce in Thailand Grew to Bt3.2 Trillion Last Year February 04, 2019 Thai eCommerce grew the most in the ASEAN region last year, due to changes in consumer behavior, and its value is expected to hit Bt3.2 trillion, the Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) said on Saturday. more
The Future of Southeast Asian Cars is Electric February 02, 2019 According to the latest data, vehicle sales in Southeast Asia is set to outpace all other regions in the world. In 2017, aggregate new car sales in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines rose five percent to nearly 3.4 million units. more
E-Commerce Parks Touted as Spur for Growth February 01, 2019 The development of e-commerce parks, mainly at universities and other educational institutions, will be one of the key facilitators in advancing the country’s economy in an era of disruptive technologies.. more
To Establish a Development and Production Base in Thailand for Best-Fit Products to Strengthen Its Business Foundation in ASEAN February 01, 2019 Hino Motors Manufacturing Thailand, Ltd. will be constructing a new center in Bang Bo, Samutprakarn Province to consolidate and strengthen our product planning, development, and production functions for best-fit products in ASEAN. more
Hutchison Opens Thailand's Most Advanced Terminal January 31, 2019 Hutchison Ports has officially opened Terminal D at Laem Chabang Port, the most advanced deep-sea container terminal in Thailand, following the completion of its phase of development, according to a statement. more
Promotion of 20 Year National Development Strategy January 31, 2019 The Prime Minister has launched a festival seeking to promote general awareness of the national development strategy, inviting all citizens to contribute to the nation’s 20-year plan for development. more
Scania Drives from Thai Base January 30, 2019 Scania, a Swedish manufacturer of commercial vehicles – specifically, heavy trucks and buses –has identified Thailand as one of its key markets in Southeast Asia with the opening of its first assembly plant in Samut Prakan province. more