Search expanded for Romanian diver who failed to surface

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Search expanded for Romanian diver who failed to surface

THURSDAY, JANUARY 12, 2023

Phuket officials have expanded the search for a Romanian national who failed to surface after a dive near Koh Kaew Nok on Sunday.

Phuket resident Sebastian Somesan, 46, had dived down to a depth of about 30 metres to free the snagged anchor of his speedboat.

Somesan, along with fellow Romanian Alexandru Florin Miron and Thai woman Saowalak Kanhawong, left Nai Harn Beach on his speedboat “Shonica” on Sunday.

His friends said they dropped anchor about 100 metres from the shore, but when they wanted to move on they found the anchor was stuck. They said Somesan decided to dive down to free it but failed to surface after the anchor was released.

Miron and Saowalak said they searched for the missing man before calling emergency services.

A search and rescue mission was launched immediately, coordinated by Rawai Mayor Aroon Solos, the Third Naval Area Command, marine police and Kusoldham Phuket Foundation.

Meanwhile a command centre has been set up at Ya Nui Beach as a contact point for the missing man’s friends and relatives.

On Wednesday, Aroon said 35 personnel boarded a speedboat, rubber dinghy and jet skis to search for Somesan around the two islands of Koh Kaew Nok and Koh Racha Yai.

Officials have also searched coastal waters from Nai Harn Beach in Rawai to a cape in Patong. Meanwhile, a team of divers searching the waters of Koh Kaew Nok has found no signs of the missing man.

Phuket Governor Narong Woonciew said that strong currents are hampering search efforts.

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National Sports Fund unveils ‘hot’ winning design for new logo

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National Sports Fund unveils ‘hot’ winning design for new logo

THURSDAY, JANUARY 12, 2023

The National Sports Development Fund (NSDF) on Wednesday announced the winner of a competition to design its new logo, with 290,000 baht in prize money up for grabs.

Designer Weeraphong Amornsin picked up the first prize of 200,00 baht for his winning logo – a flame symbol that represents NSDF’s commitment to drive forward Thailand’s athletes and the sports industry.

“NSDF has been fuelling Thai athletes to improve themselves and compete at the international level, as well as helping light the path for a new generation interested in sports,” Weeraphong said.

NSDF manager Supranee Guptasa said the logo competition ran from November 1-30 last year and received over 200 design submissions from members of the public.

“The NSDF needed a new logo to represent its mission and commitment, and the design had to be simple, striking, and easy to remember.”

Weeraphong’s logo received the most votes from a judging panel of experts in design, branding and communications.

The winning design may be adjusted slightly before becoming the official new logo of the NSDF, said Supranee.

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Thailand’s 1st homegrown battery-electric locomotive begins trials

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Thailand’s 1st homegrown battery-electric locomotive begins trials

THURSDAY, JANUARY 12, 2023

Thailand’s first homegrown battery-electric locomotive was tested at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal (formerly Bang Sue Grand Station) in Bangkok on Wednesday.

The prototype was developed under the “EV on Train” project, a collaboration between State Railway of Thailand (SRT), King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL) and Energy Absolute Plc (EA).

The project aims to develop electric locomotives to gradually replace fossil-fuel counterparts in line with the government’s target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 25% within 2030.

The prototype was finalised in 2022 and testing started on Wednesday, with the battery-powered electric locomotive pulling carriages along tracks at Krung Thep Aphiwat station. The trial was overseen by Transport Minister Saksayam Chidchob.

The battery locomotive has a range of 200 kilometres on one full charge and boasts up to 60% lower energy costs than a diesel locomotive, said SRT.

SRT aims to produce three more battery locomotives and procure another 50 elsewhere this year, to replace its fleet of diesel engines. Thailand should have around 54 battery-powered trains by the end of 2023, four of which will be domestically made.

SRT also procured 50 diesel-electric locomotives last year, 20 of which have been delivered with the remainder due to arrive this year. The diesel-electric locomotives are now being tested for safety before being put into service.

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Phase 2 of Jomtien Beach widening set to begin

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Phase 2 of Jomtien Beach widening set to begin

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11, 2023

The Marine Department is accelerating the widening of Jomtien Beach in Pattaya to tackle coastal erosion and attract tourists to the city.

The project was begun in 2020, and the first phase of 3.5km was completed on December 29, 2021.

The department is working on the second phase of 2.6km of beach.

“The width of the beach is expected to increase to an average of 50 metres once the project is completed,” the Marine Department said.

The department expects the number of Thai and foreign visitors coming to Pattaya to increase as the Covid-19 crisis has eased.

Jomtien Beach is a town on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand about 165km southeast of Bangkok in Chonburi province. It is about 3km south of Pattaya and is home to high-rise condominiums, beach side hotels, beaches, and restaurants.

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Next election to boost liquidity in Thai economy by up to 50 billion baht

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Next election to boost liquidity in Thai economy by up to 50 billion baht

THURSDAY, JANUARY 12, 2023

An estimated 40-50 billion baht is expected to be circulating in the Thai economy during the next general election to be held later this year, the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) said on Thursday.

That is regarded as a positive factor in addition to an expected jump in the number of tourists coming to Thailand this year. Economic growth is predicted in the vicinity of 4%.

The Election Commission has tentatively scheduled May 7 for the next national vote if the current House of Representatives completes its four-year term as scheduled on March 23. An earlier date can be expected in case of a premature House dissolution.

UTCC president Assoc Prof Thanavath Phonvichai said on Thursday that the risk of a global economic recession would ease in the first half of 2023, and the Thai economy would see a clear recovery in gross domestic product in the latter half of the year, with the GDP expected to grow between 3.5% and 4%.

He said that signs of an economic recovery included the earlier-than-expected return of Chinese tourists.

Thanavath pointed to an easing of the tight situation in the global economy, including improvement in US inflation with less frequent interest rate increases, and “not too expensive” oil prices at $75-$85 per barrel.

He said Thailand’s exports would grow 1-2%.

According to the university’s Centre for Economic and Business Forecasting, the consumer confidence index in December increased for the seventh month in a row, the highest in the last 25 months. The index stood at 49.7 in December 2022, up from 47.9 a month earlier.

The centre attributed the increase to a clear recovery in Thailand’s tourism, improvement in the country’s Covid-19 situation, and lower oil prices when compared to the first half of the year.

Thanavath, who is the chief adviser to the centre, said that Thai consumers were expected to spend more from the first quarter of this year due to increased confidence in an economic recovery.

However, Thai consumers still have concerns about the rising cost of living due to the prolonged war between Russia and Ukraine, as well as the upward trend of interest rates, according to Thanavath.

Arkhom says rising baht a measure of foreign confidence in Thai economy

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Arkhom says rising baht a measure of foreign confidence in Thai economy

THURSDAY, JANUARY 12, 2023

Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith says the baht is strengthening against the US dollar thanks to inflows of foreign funds to the Thai stock and bond markets.

Speaking on Wednesday, he said foreign investors are attracted by Thailand’s Bio-Circular-Green economy model for sustainable development.

Sustainable stocks are a growing trend in global investment as the world switches to low-carbon economies to stave off environmental destruction from climate heating.

Arkhom added that the rising number of foreign tourists is also helping stimulate domestic consumption in Thailand.

“This proves that foreigners have confidence in Thailand’s economy,” the finance minister said.

However, the Bank of Thailand is continuing to monitor the Thai currency closely. A strong baht would trigger concerns over loss of competitiveness for Thai exports.

The baht slumped to 38 per dollar in September last year before strengthening to 33/dollar this month.

It opened at 33.34 to the dollar on Thursday, unchanged from Wednesday’s close. The currency will likely move between 33.25 and 33.60 against the greenback during the day, according to experts.

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Bitkub Capital Group founder & CEO to share vision of modern economic dynamism at World Economic Forum 2023

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Bitkub Capital Group founder & CEO to share vision of modern economic dynamism at World Economic Forum 2023

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11, 2023

Another proud moment for the new generation of Thai Entrepreneur, Mr. Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Founder & Group CEO of Bitkub Capital Group Holdings Co., Ltd., who passionately drives Thailand’s technological industry, has been officially invited to join “World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2023” at Davos, Switzerland from 16 to 20 January 2023, as the official main-stage speaker illustrating the vision of modern economic dynamism along with other world leaders.

World Economic Forum 2023 or WEF 2023 is globally recognized. Since this meeting has convened leaders from government, senior business executives, international organizations, specialists, and civil societies allowing them to discuss and share constructive standpoints, directions, and suggestions towards regulatory policies regarding economic enhancement, public policy, and developmental cooperation in the international level. The annual meeting will be held in Davos, Switzerland, as the 52nd meeting, focused on the theme ‘Cooperation in a Fragmented World’

‘Mr. Jirayut Srupsrisopa’, Thailand’s entrepreneur representative who is sophisticated in blockchain technology and the digital economy will be presenting under the topic “Tokenized Economies, Coming Alive” along with other international specialists. The existence of Thailand’s representative is significantly considered a milestone step and meaningful to Thailand’s new-generation entrepreneurs to be presented and show outstanding vision in the international context. Especially “Bitkub Capital Group”, the successful private organization from Thailand that dedicatedly strengthens the digital economic infrastructure by engaging in blockchain technology services and digital asset platforms. The company is readily functioning as the bridge paving the concrete path not only letting people across between the traditional worlds and the technological world but also connecting Thai people to international exposure as it has always been ‘Bitkub’s mission’.

Destination Group raises Pattaya’s Mountain Beach to 4.5 stars in THB1.5bn deal

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Destination Group raises Pattaya’s Mountain Beach to 4.5 stars in THB1.5bn deal

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11, 2023

Destination Group has acquired Mountain Beach Resort, located in the heart of Pattaya’s Pratumnak area, with an investment of 1.5 billion baht. The group said it will undertake a complete renovation and upgrade to rebrand the property as a 4.5-star resort.

Once renovation work is completed, the resort will comprise 354-plus rooms, full entertainment and leisure facilities, and a high-energy beach club for Thai and foreign tourists. The property is scheduled to open in the second quarter of next year.

Gary Murray, CEO and Founder of Destination Group announced the acquisition of Mountain Beach Resort located in the heart of the Pratumnak area, Pattaya.

The resort is adjacent to tourist attractions, top-notch restaurants and 200m from the Pratumnak beach. Destination Group intends to undertake a complete renovation and will rebrand as an international service provider to a 4.5-star resort.

Upon completion of the renovation, the resort will comprise 354+ rooms (from 322 rooms), full entertainment and leisure facilities; 150 seat beach club, high energy nightclub, 250 seats all-day café, a wellness spa, as well as SIAM ADVENTURE CLUB, excursion activities for children and teenagers, and 800m2 of meeting facilities for our Thai and foreign guests and families.

The property is scheduled to open in the second quarter of 2024.

“Pratumnak beach is the nicest upscale family-style beach in the Pattaya area popular for both Thais and foreigners alike. Pattaya is a popular beach resort on the Gulf of Thailand and famous for modern cuisine, seaside café, and exciting nightlife. It is located in the southeast of Bangkok with a 1-hour drive and not far from Suvarnabhumi International Airport.” Gary said.

Destination Group, founded in 1996, operates hotels, restaurants, and the largest hostel group in Asia. Through its hotel division, Destination Resorts now owns and operates more than 2,500 rooms in resorts in Phuket, Hua Hin, Samui, Khao Lak, and now Pattaya, Thailand.

Through its F&B division, Destination Eats, owns and operates 30+ restaurants, including Hard Rock Cafe, Hooters Restaurants, Scoozi Pizza, Big Boy restaurants, Wow Cow Ice Cream, Urban Grunge Coffee, Boom Boom Burgers, Gonchon Chicken, Taco Delight, Hanuman Thai, Power Eats, and most recently Virtual Kitchens.

Through its hostel division, Collective Hospitality has more than 50+ hostels with more than 6000 beds under operation and development under its Slumber Party, Bodega, and Socialtel brands across Thailand, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Philippines, Vietnam, and Cambodia.

UNICEF and Global Compact Network Thailand join forces to advance child rights and achievement of SDGs

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UNICEF and Global Compact Network Thailand join forces to advance child rights and achievement of SDGs

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11, 2023

BANGKOK, January 10, 2023 – Thanyaporn Krichtitayawuth, the Executive Director of Global Compact Network Thailand (GCNT), and Kyungsun Kim, UNICEF Representative for Thailand, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) today to strengthen the collaboration between the private sector and UNICEF to advance the achievement of the SDGs in Thailand contributing to fulfilling the rights of every child in the country.

The partnership focuses on enhancing family-friendly policies and practices in the private sector, advancing young people’s skills and employability, especially for those who are out of school, strengthening the protection of children in the digital space through collaboration with the information and communications technology sector, and rallying support from the private sector on several issues that concern children and young people the most, such as access to quality education, physical and mental health services, action against climate change, etc.

The partnership will take effect from 14th January 2023, on National Children’s Day.

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UNICEF-GCNT 1: (from left to right)
1. Thanyaporn Krichtitayawuth, the Executive Director, Global Compact Network Thailand
2. Kyungsun Kim, UNICEF Representative for Thailand

UNICEF-GCNT 2 and 3: (from left to right)
1. Artima Chandrangam, Corporate Communications Specialist, Global Compact Network Thailand
2. Wipavee Anantasak, Operation Manager, Global Compact Network Thailand
3. Thanyaporn Krichtitayawuth, the Executive Director, Global Compact Network Thailand
4. Kyungsun Kim, UNICEF Representative for Thailand
5. Severine Leonardi, Deputy Representative, UNICEF Thailand
6. Amornchai Challcharoenwattana, Corporate Alliances Officer, UNICEF Thailand

Lisa meets Thai fans at exclusive meet & greet

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Lisa meets Thai fans at exclusive meet & greet

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11, 2023

Lalisa “Lisa” Manoban was all smiles at an exclusive meet-and-greet event with fans of Blackpink in Bangkok on Monday. The only Thai member of the K-pop girl group met with “Blinks”, as Blackpink fans are known, at her unveiling as brand ambassador for Dentiste oral care products.

Dubbed “Dentiste Presents Confident Smile with Lisa”, the event was held after the Bangkok leg of the “Born Pink World Tour” concert at Suphachalasai National Stadium last weekend.

But Lisa wasn’t satisfied with just flashing her dazzling smile. The 25-year-old star grabbed the chance to conduct a Q&A with her Thai fans, who were eager to show how well they know their beloved idol by guessing her favourite foods, leisure activities, fashion items, and even the name of her new pet cat.

In return, the fans gave a video presentation for Lisa, showing how her smile and laughter have helped them through tough times while promising to always support Blackpink.

The event wrapped up with Lisa signing autographs for 30 Blinks selected by lucky draw before saying her goodbyes and promising to meet again soon.

Lisa, Jisoo, Jennie and Rose have been breaking records since they debuted as Blackpink in August 2016 with the album “Square One”. Now referred to as the “biggest girl group in the world”, Blackpink is the highest-charting female K-pop band on the US Billboard Hot 100 and on Billboard 200, where they hit No 1 with their second album “Born Pink” last year.

Meanwhile Lisa smashed records with her debut solo album in 2021. The title track of the album scored 76.3 million YouTube views in the first 24 hours, the highest ever on the platform for a solo artist.

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Search expanded for Romanian diver who failed to surface

Search expanded for Romanian diver who failed to surface

Phuket officials have expanded the search for a Romanian national who failed to surface after a dive near Koh Kaew Nok on Sunday.

National Sports Fund unveils ‘hot’ winning design for new logo

National Sports Fund unveils ‘hot’ winning design for new logo

The National Sports Development Fund (NSDF) on Wednesday announced the winner of a competition to design its new logo, with 290,000 baht in prize money up for grabs.

Thailand’s 1st homegrown battery-electric locomotive begins trials

Thailand’s 1st homegrown battery-electric locomotive begins trials

Thailand’s first homegrown battery-electric locomotive was tested at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal (formerly Bang Sue Grand Station) in Bangkok on Wednesday.

Phase 2 of Jomtien Beach widening set to begin

Phase 2 of Jomtien Beach widening set to begin

The Marine Department is accelerating the widening of Jomtien Beach in Pattaya to tackle coastal erosion and attract tourists to the city.

Next election to boost liquidity in Thai economy by up to 50 billion baht

Next election to boost liquidity in Thai economy by up to 50 billion baht

An estimated 40-50 billion baht is expected to be circulating in the Thai economy during the next general election to be held later this year, the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) said on Thursday.

Arkhom says rising baht a measure of foreign confidence in Thai economy

Arkhom says rising baht a measure of foreign confidence in Thai economy

Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith says the baht is strengthening against the US dollar thanks to inflows of foreign funds to the Thai stock and bond markets.

Bitkub Capital Group founder & CEO to share vision of modern economic dynamism at World Economic Forum 2023

Bitkub Capital Group founder & CEO to share vision of modern economic dynamism at World Economic Forum 2023

Destination Group raises Pattaya’s Mountain Beach to 4.5 stars in THB1.5bn deal

Destination Group raises Pattaya’s Mountain Beach to 4.5 stars in THB1.5bn deal

Destination Group has acquired Mountain Beach Resort, located in the heart of Pattaya’s Pratumnak area, with an investment of 1.5 billion baht. The group said it will undertake a complete renovation and upgrade to rebrand the property as a 4.5-star resort.

UNICEF and Global Compact Network Thailand join forces to advance child rights and achievement of SDGs

UNICEF and Global Compact Network Thailand join forces to advance child rights and achievement of SDGs

Lisa meets Thai fans at exclusive meet & greet

Lisa meets Thai fans at exclusive meet & greet

Lalisa “Lisa” Manoban was all smiles at an exclusive meet-and-greet event with fans of Blackpink in Bangkok on Monday. The only Thai member of the K-pop girl group met with “Blinks”, as Blackpink fans are known, at her unveiling as brand ambassador for Dentiste oral care products.

Search expanded for Romanian diver who failed to surface

Phuket officials have expanded the search for a Romanian national who failed to surface after a dive near Koh Kaew Nok on Sunday.

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National Sports Fund unveils ‘hot’ winning design for new logo

The National Sports Development Fund (NSDF) on Wednesday announced the winner of a competition to design its new logo, with 290,000 baht in prize money up for grabs.

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Thailand’s 1st homegrown battery-electric locomotive begins trials

Thailand’s first homegrown battery-electric locomotive was tested at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal (formerly Bang Sue Grand Station) in Bangkok on Wednesday.

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Phase 2 of Jomtien Beach widening set to begin

The Marine Department is accelerating the widening of Jomtien Beach in Pattaya to tackle coastal erosion and attract tourists to the city.

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Next election to boost liquidity in Thai economy by up to 50 billion baht

An estimated 40-50 billion baht is expected to be circulating in the Thai economy during the next general election to be held later this year, the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) said on Thursday.

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Arkhom says rising baht a measure of foreign confidence in Thai economy

Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith says the baht is strengthening against the US dollar thanks to inflows of foreign funds to the Thai stock and bond markets.

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Bitkub Capital Group founder & CEO to share vision of modern economic dynamism at World Economic Forum 2023

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Destination Group raises Pattaya’s Mountain Beach to 4.5 stars in THB1.5bn deal

Destination Group has acquired Mountain Beach Resort, located in the heart of Pattaya’s Pratumnak area, with an investment of 1.5 billion baht. The group said it will undertake a complete renovation and upgrade to rebrand the property as a 4.5-star resort.

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UNICEF and Global Compact Network Thailand join forces to advance child rights and achievement of SDGs

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Lisa meets Thai fans at exclusive meet & greet

Lalisa “Lisa” Manoban was all smiles at an exclusive meet-and-greet event with fans of Blackpink in Bangkok on Monday. The only Thai member of the K-pop girl group met with “Blinks”, as Blackpink fans are known, at her unveiling as brand ambassador for Dentiste oral care products.

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