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According to the World Health Organisation, liver cancer has been the No 1 killer across the world for many years. In 2020 alone, up to 27,394 people in Thailand died from the disease and the number of new liver cancer patients is rising.

According to the World Health Organisation, liver cancer has been the No 1 killer across the world for many years. In 2020 alone, up to 27,394 people in Thailand died from the disease and the number of new liver cancer patients is rising.

This disease is a silent killer, as it shows no signs in the initial stages and many patients only seek treatment when it starts spreading.

The survival rate for this disease is low due to few treatment options. Hence, cooperation between government and private agencies is necessary to deal with this health crisis.

As a first step, Roche Thailand – a top investor in biotechnology research and development – is holding a seminar under its Life Talk Series II entitled “Mission to Conquer Liver Cancer: No 1 Disease that Killed many Thai People”.

This seminar is part of Roche’s 125th-anniversary celebrations and marks its 50 years in Thailand.

Several experts have been invited to share their ideas on tackling the crisis and expanding options for liver cancer treatment.

Farid Bidgoli, general manager of Roche Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia and Laos, said the company was proud to celebrate this occasion with other Roche offices in over 100 countries by showcasing the company’s potential and excellence in medical technology to promote liver cancer treatment guidelines.

“Thailand was ranked fourth among countries with the most liver cancer patients [1]. In addition, the severity and loss due to liver cancer were similar to the Covid-19 crisis,” he said. “Hence, the company so far invested and promoted clinical research projects to deliver treatment options that will help Thai patients to have a better quality of life.”

He also said innovative options are required to help make treatment opportunities more available for this disease.

“The number of patients with liver cancer and breast cancer was higher than 20,000 people per year. But the number of breast cancer deaths was significantly lower due to the promotion of equality in treatment expenses [2],” he said. “In this regard, Roche Thailand would like to see liver cancer patients able to reach effective treatment in a bid to reduce losses at individual, social and national levels. We intend to cooperate with related government and private agencies to help liver cancer patients to get treatment, have a better quality of life and reduce their death rate.”

Roche Thailand brings together experts to find ways ‘to conquer liver cancer’

Hattaya “Ple” Wongkrachang, an actress who lost her husband Sarunyoo “Tua” Wongkrachang to liver cancer in 2020, said her late hubby gave up smoking and drinking after he was infected with Hepatitis B because he was worried it may cause liver cancer. At that time, she said, there was just a small mark on his liver.

“Two years ago, when he was admitted to hospital after losing his balance and slipping during a film shoot, doctors said his liver function was suspicious and that he was in the fourth stage of cancer,” she said.

Roche Thailand brings together experts to find ways ‘to conquer liver cancer’

Dr. Passakorn Wanchaijiraboon, assistant director of Prapokklao hospital’s Cancer Excellence Centre, offers the following advice to prevent liver cancer:

• Avoid drinking too much alcohol and eating high-fat foods to prevent a fatty liver.

• Refrain from sharing syringes, tattoo needles, razor blades, or nail clippers with others, including unprotected sex, to avoid Hepatitis B and C viruses.

• Avoid the consumption of processed or dried foods like roasted peanuts, dried shrimp and dried chillies that were stored improperly as they may contain aflatoxin, which can trigger liver cancer.

He added that people exposed to the abovementioned risky behaviour should get medically screened, receive treatment and obey doctors’ orders.

“Nowadays, liver cancer patients have more treatment options, such as immunotherapy which helps reduce the risk of developing severe side effects compared to chemotherapy,” he said. “As a doctor who takes care of liver cancer patients, I wish that effective treatment innovations will help improve patients’ quality of life and reduce death rate once they have been approved to be listed in the national essential medicines.

“Dr Rattaphon Triamwichanon, assistant secretary-general of the National Health Security Office (NHSO), said the government’s “Cancer Anywhere” project aims to make it easier for cancer patients to seek medical treatment by giving them the option of making appointments via a smartphone application.

“For liver cancer, the cost-effectiveness evaluation committee, which comprises NHSO, medical experts and private sector, will be responsible

for creating a national essential medicine list to help Thai people have access to their medical rights,” he said. “In the future, we hope Thai people will have the opportunity to access effective medical treatments which help reduce the risk of severe side effects.”

[1] https://gco.iarc.fr/…/can…/39-All-cancers-fact-sheet.pdf

[2] https://gco.iarc.fr/…/popu…/764-thailand-fact-sheets.pdf)

Published : November 10, 2021

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Bangpakok 9 International Hospital joins its partners to mark the 41st anniversary of Bangpakok-Piyavate Hospital Group and power ahead with its promise to take care of people at every stage of their lives.

Bangpakok 9 International Hospital joins its partners to mark the 41st anniversary of Bangpakok-Piyavate Hospital Group and power ahead with its promise to take care of people at every stage of their lives.
To mark its 41 years in the healthcare business, the group launched the virtual Health Care Fair 2021 from November 5 to 9.
The first seed of the Bangpakok Group was sown in 1981 when Dr Chareong Chandrakamol and Assoc Prof Bidhya Chandrakamol set up the Bangpakok Polyclinic. Now the group has grown to cover seven hospitals under the Bangpakok and Piyavate brands that are fully equipped to provide services to both Thai and foreign patients.

Dr Chareong, managing director of Bangpakok Hospital Group, said all affiliated hospitals in the group are committed to serving people through every stage of their lives. From birth, childhood, adolescence, adulthood to old age, the group has stood by every patient, he said.
The Bangpakok 9 International Hospital is one of the hospitals in the group that provides the most up-to-date specialised services. Each of its medical centres is equipped with the latest technology as well as a team of specialists, professional nurses and medical personnel to provide care for patients of every age. As Dr Chareong says: “Every stage of your life is our priority.”
The hospital has specialised centres for heart, gastrointestinal and liver complaints, paediatrics, general and endoscopic surgery, orthopaedics, rehabilitation, specialised medicine, obstetrics and gynaecology and reproductive medicine centre. Bangpakok 9 International Hospital also has a centre devoted to check-ups and the administration of vaccines.
Since the arrival of the Covid-19 crisis, hospitals under the Bangpakok-Piyavate Group have been strictly adhering to virus prevention measures as well as providing services in line with the National Health Security Office (NHSO)’s directives.

Hospitals under the group have set up a special system to treat Covid-19 patients, be it in hospitals, hospitels or home isolation.
Hospitals under the group have also been at the forefront of the Covid-19 vaccine rollout, offering both government vaccines and alternative jabs, to help achieve herd immunity in Thailand.
On the occasion of the group’s 41st anniversary, the hospitals launched Health Care Fair 2021 from November 5 to 9 under the concept “Be Together Every Moment of Your Life”.
As part of the fair, the hospitals offered packages and even launched an official store on the e-commerce platform, Shopee. The aim of offering packages and e-coupons online is to meet the needs of people in the “new normal” and give them convenient, efficient access to healthcare services.
Suchaya Paleewong, senior marketing manager at Shopee Thailand, said she was delighted to help launch the Bangpakok 9 International Hospital’s store on Shopee in time for its 11.11 Big Sale.
She said this cooperation will benefit every party, especially since consumers now prefer purchasing products and services online.
Also, she said, Bangpakok 9 International Hospital will be able to make use of Shopee’s powerful online marketing tools to grow sustainably in the e-commerce world.
Joining the online promotion are leading financial institutions like Siam Commercial Bank, TMB Bank Thanachart, Citibank, Bank of Ayudhya, Kasikorn Bank and Krungthai Card Company (KTC), which are offering special benefits to cardholders who buy health services.
Also sponsoring the online venture are leading companies like Central, which offers special deals for its The1 cardholders, Nok Air, bedding providers Behouse, skincare brand Bebe Solution, Ezerra skincare, Kirei Kirei, Kodomo baby products, La Reina Maroc Hotel and Nature Corporation. Also joining the promotion are Polar Spray, makers of eucalyptus spray, Roche brand, underwear maker Sabina and herbal toothpaste provider Kolbadent.
The Health Care Fair 2021 “Be Together Every Moment of Your Life, Marching to the 41st Year Together” included several activities under the “Smile Shop Share” campaign, which included “Watch Live, Might Win”, in which people stood to win up to 100,000 baht if they watched health talks conducted by specialists and guest personalities on Facebook Live!
The fair also offered special surprises such as comprehensive health check-ups, buy-one-get-one-free deals for 3,500 baht as well as special discounts in more than 70 programmes at specialised medical centres.
These deals can still be bought via https://bpkconnect.com/ecommerce, the Bangpakok_9Hospital store on Shopee and at the Bangpakok 9 International Hospital itself. Packages bought during the November 5-9 fair can be used until January 31. Every purchase of more than 3,000 baht comes with special gifts, while the top three big spenders stand to receive big prizes.
As part of its “Heart of Care” policy, the hospital donates parts of the profits to plasma research funding for Covid-19.
Visit www.bangpakokhospital.com, www.facebook.com/BPK9HOSPITAL, or call 1745 for more information.

Published : November 10, 2021

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Since the beginning of 2021, all eyes in the motorcycle sporting world have been on the historic handshake between Honda Racing Thailand and Carabao Dang which launched the Race to the Dream project.

Since the beginning of 2021, all eyes in the motorcycle sporting world have been on the historic handshake between Honda Racing Thailand and Carabao Dang which launched the Race to the Dream project. Carabao Dang has proved to be a highly successful global Thai brand with its famous energy drinks being present in more than 50 countries across Asia, Europe, the United States and Africa. Its water buffalo skull on a bright red circle logo is an identity to be reckoned with for world-class beverages. Its sponsorship of the English Football League (EFL) through the sponsored name, the Carabao Cup, has given the Thai brand and ‘The Fighting Spirit’ a global exposure, something that Thai people can be proud of.

Now, a new chapter in the company’s history is being made with Carabao Dang joining forces with Honda Racing Thailand in the Race to the Dream — turning the dreams of young motorbike racers hoping to win on the world’s circuits into reality. The collaboration has seen young Thai riders contesting in the MotoGP World Championship events.

Making a name for Thailand are racers like Somkiat “Gong” Chantra who is competing in the Moto2 class with the race number 35 and has chalked up a total of 37 points. Somkiat is due to take part in the next MotoGP event, the Portimao Grand Prix, scheduled for 5-7 November at the Algarve International Circuit in Portugal. Another aspiring young Thai racer, Thatchakorn “Kong” Buasri, powered his No.33 bike to 17th place at FIM CEV Moto3 Junior World Championship 2021, held at the Misano racetrack on 18 September.

Carabao Dang capitalises on motorsport, taking Thai racers dreams to the world

The rising star is due to contest in another two races on 20-21 November at the Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Valencia, Spain. On the local front, Carabao Dang has teamed up with Honda Racing Thailand in the OR BRIC Superbike 2021 competition by putting three leading Thai racers on the circuit. The team is led by Muklada “Muk” Saraphut, a robust female rider competing with the race number 44. She is joined by teammates Sittisak “Dream” Onchawieng, number 45, and Passawich “Champ” Thitiwararak, number 123. The team has competed in the Supersport 600cc class riding the Honda CBR 600RR. At the third race of OR BRIC Superbike 2021, held on 16-17 October, the lady racer created a great sensation by beating male riders to win the second place. That triumph has helped her to maintain second position on the championship table with a total of 56 points. She was followed by teammate Passawich in third position with a total of 47 points, while Sittisak, who took to the podium for the first time this year after taking third prize, ranked fifth with a total of 40 points.

Carabao Dang capitalises on motorsport, taking Thai racers dreams to the world

The trio have taken the team to the podium twice in three consecutive races which puts them in the leading position in the Supersport 600 cc. class. They are in a good position to win the annual championship in the last two races of the, scheduled for 11-12 December.

In conjunction with the Race to the Dream project, the Honda Thailand Talent Cup contest is held to form part of the OR BRIC Superbike 2021. This serves as the first entry or precursor to carry the dreams of Thai youths into world-class racing in the MotoGP competition, following in the footsteps of seniors such as Somkiat and Thatchakon. It is considered to be a very OR BRIC Superbike 2021 interesting development in both the local and worldwide motorsport scene.

Carabao Dang capitalises on motorsport, taking Thai racers dreams to the world

Let’s follow and encourage this great collaboration between two very big but different industries — Carabao Dang and Thailand’s No. 1 motorbike racing team Honda Racing Thailand — in the Race to the Dream project. Speed lovers can get updates on young Thai racers making their dreams come true with the driving force of Carabao Dang at: www.carabao.co.th

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Published : November 10, 2021

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Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), together with The Association of Domestic Travel (ADT) and Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA).

Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), together with The Association of Domestic Travel (ADT) and Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA), have held a series of conferences in four north-eastern provinces to gear them up towards MICE businesses coming from China, Lao PDR and Vietnam. The GMS Logistics Business MICE Road Shows on the R3A-EEC route brought local entrepreneurs and executives together to discuss preparations for the incoming traffic of MICE, an acronym that stands for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions. The road shows were held separately in Udon Thani, Nong Khai, Khon Kaen and Buriram provinces on 1-5 November.

TCEB, the public organisation, expects to see MICE traffic surging as a result of Thailand’s re-opening to international visitors on 1 November and the inauguration of China-Lao rapid train services on 2 December. The train, with the medium speed, will create more international travel connections among China, Laos PDR and Thailand to provide valuable contributions in terms of economy and tourism promotion to the kingdom, said TCEB Director Salanroj Sutaschuto.  “There will be more MICE travellers who will here in Thailand for contacts, trade, investment, as well as attending meetings, seminars and conferences,” he said. These MICE travellers’ spending on trips is considerable more than typical tourists, thus contributing significantly to the Thai economy, he stated. “The arrivals of MICE visitors also boost the confidence on Thailand and showing the country’s capability in organising large-scale events in national and international levels.”

TCEB: Huge MICE opportunities from China-Lao train service Road shows prepare NE operators to Chinese influxThe launch of the China-Lao rapid train project is likely to spur massive travel of Chinese people, especially those of the MICE category, who will head to Nong Khai and the north-eastern region as well, Mr Salanroj added.  In line with the government’s re-opening policy, TCEB is set to play its part in propelling the country’s MICE industry. TCEB will do so by means of accelerating communication about the potential and readiness of Thailand to support all MICE sectors from abroad. He pointed out that the China-Lao train services will offer a notable opportunity for the Thai MICE industry to tap more MICE traffic from the public and private sectors of China.

TCEB: Huge MICE opportunities from China-Lao train service Road shows prepare NE operators to Chinese influx

“With the train, it is convenient, fast, and costing less for them to come than by cars or by air.” The results of the road shows will be used in the GMS Logistic Tourism MICE & Trade Forum event to be held on 2-3 December, he added.

Meanwhile, ADT President Thanapol Cheewarattanaporn described the road shows as being very beneficial. The events were timed to enable parties concerned to prepare themselves to receive those arriving from the China-Lao trains. Each day, there will be a total of 18 train services, 14 of them for freight movements and four for passengers. Between 5,000 and 10,000 of these train passengers are expect to cross the borders to Nong Khai province.

The number of passengers on the train is projected to soar to 480,000 in 2025 and the economy likewise will be clearly enhanced, he said.

In the first half of 2021, Nong Khai province’s border trade value was amounted to more than 36 billion baht. Clearly, the inauguration of China-Lao rapid train service will benefit Thailand’s economy and tourism for it creating more economic activities.

Published : November 10, 2021

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Ajinomoto Co., (Thailand) Ltd., responds to the Ajinomoto Group’s policy in striving to work to reduce environmental impacts by adhering Green Technology for better Earth Partner as a framework driven through all business activities in every establishment.

Ajinomoto Co., (Thailand) Ltd., responds to the Ajinomoto Group’s policy in striving to work to reduce environmental impacts by adhering Green Technology for better Earth Partner as a framework driven through all business activities in every establishment. The Group aims to achieve its vision for 2030 to become a “Solution-providing Group of Companies for Food and Health Issues” by concentrating our management resources on resolving food and health issues, working to reduce environmental impacts and regenerate the environment sustainably.

Ajinomoto goes green to sustainably grow with Thai society

The company has made the commitment under Green Technology for better Earth Partner to uphold global sustainability through a variety of activities such as the use of environmentally friendly production technology, eco-friendly packaging development, plastic reduction and switching to use recyclable plastic including the use of paper from planted forest in an effort to reduce deforestation. Ajinomoto has engrained the zero emission principle into its business practices to maximize reducing environmental impacts with 3 focused aspects i.e. the prevention of global climate change through the integration of concepts to optimize using of green material, green technology and green energy by successfully implementing the biomass boiler technology and solar energy instead of fossil fuels which were able to decrease greenhouse gas emission, a key driver of climate change, by 170, 000 tons a year approximately. Sustainable use of resources through 3R approach (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) in every production process, applying eco-package concept move from single use towards eco-friendly packaging by reducing plastic usage and use recyclable material while ensuring sustainable waste management to achieve 100% of company’s plastic waste by 2030. The use of sustainable procurement management by emphasizing on procuring raw materials from the sources that comply with environmentally friendly practice or less create environmental impacts such as the switching to use paper packages with certified the FSC standards, etc.

Ajinomoto goes green to sustainably grow with Thai society

In addition, the company recently successfully implemented sustainable packaging management by achieving 100% reducing the use of plastic package of AJI-NO-MOTO® product (size 1 kg.) and RosDee® product (size 850 g.) which were able to reduce plastic usage and plastic waste at around 127 tons a year. This is one of commitments to create better quality of life to Thai society in accordance with our corporate policy “the Ajinomoto Group Creating Shared Value: ASV)”.

Published : November 09, 2021

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Courtyard Phuket Town is certified under the Tourism Authority of Thailands (TAT) Amazing Thailand Safety & Health Administration Plus (SHA+) program, which ensures that at least 70% of its staff members have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Courtyard by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel brands, today announced the opening of its newest hotel on the tropical island of Phuket, Thailand. Located in the heart of Phuket’s old town, the 248-room Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town is set to provide a sophisticated yet comfortable environment for guests as they explore the rich culture and heritage of southern Thailand.

“We are excited to bring the Courtyard by Marriott brand to Thailand’s most famous resort destination with the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town,” said Jakob Helgen, Area Vice President of Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Myanmar, Marriott International. “The opening of Courtyard Phuket Town marks Marriott International’s 46th property in Thailand and further compliments our commitment to growth in the region, bringing a diversified portfolio for different types of travelers to this popular leisure destination.”

Located approximately 40 minutes away from Phuket International Airport by car, Courtyard Phuket Town is easily accessible from other regional and international destinations. The hotel is perfectly positioned in the historical center of this charming provincial capital, allowing travelers to explore authentic local markets, such as the Sunday Walking Street Market and Chillva Market, as well as museums and temples that reflect the island’s classical Sino-Portuguese and Peranakan heritage. Guests can discover the best that Phuket has to offer from nearby shopping, dining and entertainment venues. Those looking to experience Phuket’s picturesque beaches can visit the popular Patong Beach and Kata Beach, both within less than half an hour’s drive from the hotel.

Courtyard by Marriott Debuts In Phuket The Pearl Of The Andaman, With The Opening Of Courtyard By Marriott Phuket Town

Accentuating contemporary design that encompasses comfort and functionality, the new hotel’s decor also incorporates elements of traditional Thai arts and crafts, creating a connection to the local community. Courtyard Phuket Town features 248 thoughtfully designed rooms and suites, including two 140-square-meter Presidential Suites, which are fully equipped with an array of amenities including flat-screen televisions, a comfortable work desk and high-speed internet access. The separate living area with a window side lounger in each suite provides guests a perfect spot to recline, relax and enjoy the view.

Courtyard by Marriott Debuts In Phuket The Pearl Of The Andaman, With The Opening Of Courtyard By Marriott Phuket Town

Committed to suit the palate of its global guests, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant Krua Talad Yai offers authentic southern Thai cuisine and popular international dishes. The Talung Lounge provides guests a space to indulge in the finest coffee with freshly baked cakes and confectionaries, and lastly Kolae Pool Bar is the ideal place for guests to unwind and relax over cocktails and light bites.

Courtyard by Marriott Debuts In Phuket The Pearl Of The Andaman, With The Opening Of Courtyard By Marriott Phuket Town

Other leisure amenities at the hotel include the Kid’s Club, a dynamic space for family travelers to create new memories. For travelers looking to stay fit while on the road, the hotel’s fitness center and outdoor swimming pool are readily available for a swim or quick workout. The hotel also offers extensive facilities for meetings, business conferences and social events. The versatile event space includes a 660-square-meter pillarless Grand Ballroom and several flexible function spaces that are perfect for corporate and social gatherings.

Courtyard by Marriott Debuts In Phuket The Pearl Of The Andaman, With The Opening Of Courtyard By Marriott Phuket Town

“Beach lovers have always been drawn to Phuket’s tropical shores, but the renowned ‘Pearl of the Andaman’ has so much more to offer than just sun, sea and sand. Phuket Town is a melting pot of Asian heritage, and guests can soak up the diverse spirit of the island through its art, architecture, customs and cuisine. Courtyard Phuket Town will blend this timeless culture with modern, forward-thinking hospitality to create truly memorable guest experiences in a unique setting,” said Pamela Ong, Hotel Manager for Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town.

Courtyard Phuket Town is certified under the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s (TAT) Amazing Thailand Safety & Health Administration Plus (SHA+) program, which ensures that at least 70% of its staff members have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. This means that it can welcome international travelers, without the need to quarantine, under the “Phuket Sandbox” program. The hotel will also uphold the highest levels of health and safety standards under Marriott International’s “Commitment to Clean” program, which is redefining hygiene protocols in all areas in hotels and resorts around the world.

Courtyard by Marriott Debuts In Phuket The Pearl Of The Andaman, With The Opening Of Courtyard By Marriott Phuket Town

For more information about Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town, or to make a booking, please call +66 76 643 555 or visit www.courtyardphukettown.com.

Published : November 09, 2021

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For food producers, longer shelf life without compromising quality and safety of the food inside would open up more business opportunity for them. Eka Global, a leading producer of innovative longevity packaging, is making it happen.

Established 17 years ago as a local food packaging producer based in Thailand, Eka Global has become a leading producer of longevity packaging in Asia with three state-of-the-art manufacturing plants across the region – one in Thailand where its headquarters is located and two in China, and with one office in India. Innovative packaging products from these plants have helped many global brands such as Nestle, Mars, Inaba of Japan, etc. and high potential Thai SMEs optimise their business opportunity and enhance quality of life of consumers with new normal lifestyle.

Eka Global’s innovative and environmentally-friendly packaging products can extend storage life up to two years outside the refrigerator and are microwavable. Such quality increases convenience for modern consumers to purchase and use. With advanced manufacturing technology, Eka Global can produce multi-layer packaging with up to 11 layers, each with a different property, such as waterproof, airtight and oxygen-proof. But overall, the packaging is completely weatherproof and waterproof, which are crucial to achieve longer shelf life and ability to keep the quality and hygiene of the product inside.

EKA Global’s Longevity Packaging Opens New Opportunity For Food ProducersThe company’s packaging is 100 per cent recyclable. If the clients require sustainable packaging, the company has a variety to offer. For example, most of the packaging is commonly made from petroleum but Eka Global has planned to develop the manufacture of packaging that is 50 per cent plant-based. Cane, tapioca and corn starch are used as a substitution for petroleum which helps reduce the carbon footprint. In addition, the packaging is also biodegradable. If the packaging is stored in the landfill, it can decompose naturally. Also, if the clients wish to create their brand image, the company can provide a certification of the resin or raw material production. The raw material is the post-consumer resin (PCR) which is the plastic that is recycled into pallets. The company is also capable of declaring the percentage of the recycled material derived in one packaging, as a part of the circular economy.

EKA Global’s Longevity Packaging Opens New Opportunity For Food Producers

Eka Global is the first barrier packaging business company in Thailand which started in 2004. During that time, people were still familiar with canned packaging for preserved food as the cans have been used for over 100 years. But these cans have a weight disadvantage, coupled with the uninviting image.. Canned products are also hard to be opened and the consumers will have to transfer the product onto a plate then put it in a microwave, which is unhealthy and can cause cancer. The referred factors had urged the world market to come up with the innovation to replace the using of cans. One of the innovations is the barrier packaging, the perfect replacement for cans, as it is more pleasant looking, lighter, more modern and easier to use. In the past, this type of business faced difficulty, because most of the food manufacturers mainly used cans for the packaging. When barrier packaging started to become more popular, the clients would be concerned about shifting the packaging material. Their main concern was safety and they were not confident that the new packaging would be able to store the food for up to two years. The beginning phase of marketing was also difficult as it took two years for the clients to trust the packaging quality. The company did not make any sales in the first five years. It was a tough time, but the company had managed to educate the clients and used the “know-how” marketing plan.

EKA Global’s Longevity Packaging Opens New Opportunity For Food Producers

Eka Global Company Limited is an innovative company, focusing on innovation. The company generates about two per cent of the total annual sales as a budget for research and development (R&D). The R&D is conducted through the 360-degree aspect which is not just the barrier packaging. The research covers all aspects, but the main focus is the food-related packaging. The development part is aimed to prevent the disruption of such innovation that can happen in the future. Eka Global’s No.1 strength is innovation. The company owns two factories in China where is considered to be the centre of the world’s technology. In 2022, one more factory will be set up in India after the company had earlier established an office there. India is relatively populous and is one of the world’s most advanced and industrialised countries. Meanwhile, Thailand will be the R&D centre, focusing on sustainable growth.

Eka Global has invested US$3 million or almost 100 million baht in an additional production machine. When the installation was completed in September 2021, the company’s production capacity has been increased by 15 per cent.

EKA Global’s Longevity Packaging Opens New Opportunity For Food Producers

As for next year, the company plans to set up a factory in India’s Pune City near Mumbai in the West. This will increase the production capacity by 15-20 per cent with an investment of US$ 10 million. The company has also planned to invest in establishing an R&D technical centre, a new office and an automation warehouse in Thailand next year. The original plan was to invest in 2020, but the construction had to be postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

The company’s business type is categorised as a niche market where there are a few competitors. Domestically, there are only Eka Global and SCG while there are less than 15 companies abroad. Concerning the company’s position in this business industry, Eka Global is the top three biggest companies in the world that manufacture such packaging. The key strengths of the company are innovation and quality. Other high-barrier packaging manufacturers’ products may last not more than a year, while Eka Global’s technology can make the product last up to two years whilst the food quality, texture and color remain the same. Another strong point that makes the company stands out among other competitors is that they are large producers with less flexibility. Therefore, the marketing of small or medium food producers is quite limited as they focus mainly on the volume. On the contrary, Eka Global has flexibility that aims to produce the packaging for SME food manufacturers nationwide. The clients are able to start with the low-volume order, ten thousand or a hundred thousand pieces, which the company is willing to serve their needs and that is what makes the company unique. At the moment, it is not the company’s goal to become the highest-volume manufacturer. However, the company expects to achieve the title of the most innovative company shortly.

EKA Global’s Longevity Packaging Opens New Opportunity For Food Producers

The circular economy is also one of the company’s priorities. Most consumers tend to pay attention to innovation and R&D, as they are inspecting if plastic packaging can coexist with society. It is essential for the company to prove the matter, with its variety of packaging which is in line with the circular economy and can be 100 per cent recycled accordingly. Every plastic manufacturer should realize that those factors are becoming trendy, meanwhile, the well-calculated cost is still very important. By 2525, it is expected that many brand owners will set their packaging policy to be completely recyclable. They are likely to refuse the use of it if the packaging cannot be recycled. However, that will not cause the company any problems as its current packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, but more marketing is to be conducted along the process.

Chaiwat Nantiruj CEO of Eka Global Co.,Ltd.

Future Trend

The packaging trend in developed countries, namely the United States and Japan, is geared towards plastics rather than cans. Eventually, the cans will gradually disappear.

Published : November 09, 2021

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ICONSIAM rewards Thai athlete heroes of Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games with prize money worth over 990,000 baht and proudly honors them as “YOU ARE THE ICON” thanks to their success in bringing joy and smile to Thai people.

Bangkok (November 7, 2021) – The Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games came to an end and Thai Paralympic squad had successfully accumulated 18 medals during the competition in Tokyo, Japan. ICONSIAM, the iconic landmark on the bank of Chao Phraya River, holds a ceremony to hand monetary rewards of over 990,000 baht and honors the Thai athlete heroes as “YOU ARE THE ICON” for their inspirational spirits to Thai people. The event is also aimed to express gratitude to these heroes for their enduring efforts, physical and mental toughness to accomplish their goals and also bring back joys, smiles, and prides to all Thais.

Mr. Supoj Chaiwatsirikul, Managing Director of ICONSIAM Company Limited, says “ICONSIAM”

has a strong mission to honor and support the precious stories and prides from every single aspect of Thainess. We proudly present the stories of the competence of Thai people who successfully make the legends that are beneficial for people at large via our concept of YOU ARE THE ICON. These legendary people in different fields are the representatives of our era to tell the notable aspects of being Thainess and promote these distinctively celebrated features to be recognized in both local and international levels. The Thai Paralympic athlete heroes are recognized for their strong determination and strength and they not only achieve their goals, but also become a great source of inspiration for all Thais. They set up legendary story telling the greatness of Thai athletes and promoting Thailand to the world.”

ICONSIAM rewards Thai athlete heroes of Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games

The ceremony is held to provide monetary rewards and express appreciation to the Thai Paralympic winners who bring happiness to Thai people. The Thai athletes winning the gold medals at Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games receive 100,000 baht each while those winning the silver and bronze medals get 50,000 baht and 30,000 baht each respectively. All winners also receive VIZ Black Card offering many privileged offers at ICONSIAM, Siam Paragon, Siam Center and Siam Discovery. The total rewards given to the athletes worth over 990,000 baht.

ICONSIAM rewards Thai athlete heroes of Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games

In addition to support the Paralympic athletes, ICONSIAM’s business philosophy is to provide all convenient necessities catering to people of all group, ages, genders, physical diversity and elderly adults. All buildings are fully equipped with all convenient features and are designed with universal friendly approach. The entrance and the exit areas are connected with accessible ramps installed at all building sites and are conveniently linked to the parking buildings. Lifts have sufficient spaces to enable

people using mobility devices and signages are universally recognized and located at proper viewing distance allowing users to find their destination with ease. Appropriately designed accessible public toilets and parking spaces for elderly adults and the disabilities are truly concerned and provided at all floors of the sites. ICONSIAM pier also provides separated ramps accessible for people with mobility impairments. ICONSIAM is the organization earning the 2019 Friendly Design and Tourism for All Awards from the Friendly Design for All Foundation as a good model of friendly design approach ensuring that people of all ages, genders, and abilities can access safely, easily, conveniently and equitably.

Published : November 08, 2021

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AIA Thailand Teams Up with RISE to Launch ‘AIA x RISE Accelerator’, Bringing Together World-Class Startups to Develop Innovations to Strengthen Its Leadership Position

AIA Thailand reinforces its status as the Number One Insurance Company*, teaming up with RISE, the corporate innovation powerhouse, to launch “AIA x RISE Accelerator” to seek out the best start-ups from around the globe. The finalists will get a chance to collaborating with AIA Thailand in designing innovations that will drive the organization 360 degrees into the future. This is to elevate Thailand’s Insurance industry by delivering an all-around superior experience to the customers, employees, and agents under its pledge to help people live “Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.”

Commenting on this partnership, Mr Kris Chantanotoke, Chief Executive Officer of AIA Thailand, says, “AIA has been a longstanding leader in life insurance industry trusted by customers for over 83 years. We never cease to invent, innovate, and develop products, technology, and service provision, all with Customer Centricity approach, to provide comprehensive coverage that can response to the demands of all stages of life. Our collaboration with RISE is considered an important step that we take to drive the organization forward into becoming an organization of the future in every way through the utilisation of innovations in corporate context to further expand and deliver the best experience to AIA’s customers. We have RISE, an expert in corporate innovations and technology, to help bringing out the full potential of each of the finalist start-ups in developing innovations and technologies that will become new solutions for Thailand’s insurance industry, in compliance with AIA’s goal to being the number one in innovations that deliver maximum benefits to customers and all Thai people.”

Dr. Supachai Parchariyanon, CEO and Co-Founder of RISE, states, “We are honored to have been trusted by AIA, the number one leader in life insurance industry, to drive forward AIA x RISE Accelerator that will soon be taking place. For RISE, as an innovation accelerator that has worked with more than 400 leading organizations throughout Asia and with its network of more than 20,000 start-ups worldwide, we aim to deliver tangible results from the cooperation between AIA and start-ups in developing new innovations related to insurance industry for Thai people and to lead the organization to its intended destination.”

AIA Thailand Teams Up with RISE to Launch ‘AIA x RISE Accelerator’

AIA x RISE Accelerator is considered as South East Asia’s first project that emphasizes on the development of innovation and advance technologies that will answer to the specific demands of the life insurance industry, with the focus on adopting innovations that are relevant to the needs of customers in the digital age. This also includes the adoption of innovations to further enhance operational performance and convenience to employees and agents, with the ultimate goal to deliver service and experience of the highest degree to customers all over the country and to drive the organization 360 degrees into the future to prepare it for becoming the Digital Insurer that answers to the new generation’s novel ways of working, and with a swift customers service that can response to the fast pace of the digital world through collaboration with start-ups, both international and domestic, in order to bring out their potentials to develop innovations with AIA. This is considered a key step for AIA in developing innovations that will not only response to the demand of the customers and businesses, but will also inspire tangible cooperation to support start-ups and new generations with cutting-edge solutions to further support and elevate the health and quality of life of the Thai people under AIA’s brand promise to help people live “Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.”

Out of more than 200 start-ups around the globe who participate in the program, AIA and RISE have selected start-ups with the criteria of having the most interesting presentation of innovations and technologies that are compelling, contemporary, and with possibility of adoption into organization to develop innovations that serve to all dimensions of demands, namely Customer Journey, Customer Reach, Customer Needs, and Deep Tech. The start-up finalists to make it to the final round to jointly develop innovative solutions with AIA are:

• GoalsMapper (Singapore)

Will be developing with AIA the technological apparatus that will help elevate the capability of insurance agent to become an insurance counselor and professional investment advisor to meet the requirements of different lifestyles and needs of different individuals.

• Autify (Japan)

Collaborate with AIA to developing a test automation that allows companies to speed up their release cycle. Autify is a no-code software testing solution; therefore, anyone can do the test without involving a tester/QA.

• Lightwork (Thailand)

Developing tools with AIA with the use of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) in the insurance reviewing process, from policy issuance to the process of making a claim and compensation payment.

• Vulcan Coalition (Thailand)

Will be developing with AIA data scientist team a solution that makes customers data labeling systematic and economical by well-trained disabled people, enabling AIA to identify and categorize data, then bring the labelled data to enhance the capability of machine learning.

• Vonder (Thailand)

Developing online educational and training medium under the concept ‘Microlearning’ that employs gaming technology for an enjoyable and continuous learning experience.

• Tetherfi (Singapore)

Developing technological innovation that will facilitate remote working for telesales to offer the best experience to the customers, with speed, quality, and precision in every step of the process.

• Smarten Spaces (Singapore)

Developing an intelligence Hybrid Workforce management solution provider trusted by 300+ brands across 100+ cities. Its solution suite ranges from space management to hybrid workforce management and employee safety. It has just won COVID Management of the Year award from the Singapore Business Review 2020.

All finalists will receive the chance to win the prize with a combined value of up to 1 million baht from AIA and an opportunity to receive investment fund of up to 3 million US dollars from SeaX Ventures, a US-based Venture Capital with Southeast Asia portfolios focused in advanced

technology start-ups. The AIA x RISE Accelerator will provide an incubation period of 3 months in which innovative solutions will be developed, after which the finalists will be showcasing their innovations at the Demo Day Event in early 2022.

For more information and updates on AIA x RISE Accelerator, please visit aia.riseaccel.com

Note: *Number One in Market Share and Gross Premium (Source: The Thai Life Assurance Association Jan-Aug 2021)

Published : November 08, 2021

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BGRIM secures $28m financing for Cambodia solar farm from top financiers, confirming a vote of confidence in BGRIMs strength and viability

B.Grimm Power Public Co Ltd (BGRIM), Thailand’s leading industrial power producer, has secured US$28.15 million (938 million baht) in a syndicated loan from three top Thai banks to finance its solar energy project in Cambodia.

Under the 15-year accord signed on 28 October, Kasikorn Bank (KBANK), Export-Import Bank of Thailand (EXIM Thailand), and Bangkok Bank (BBL) have made available the fund to Ray Power Supply Co Ltd (RPS), a wholly-owned subsidiary of B.Grimm Solar Power 1 Co. RPS operates the 39-megawatt solar photovoltaic facility in Banteay Meanchey province that came on stream in December last year.

“The loan is a vote of confidence by top Thai financial institutions in BGRIM at the time when fund raisings in general are significantly hampered by the Covid-19 effects,” said Dr Harald Link, Chairman and President of BGRIM, adding, “The RPS’s ground-mounted solar power facility is considered a success for it being completed on schedule amidst many restrictions, including the Covid-19 pandemic effects and severe floods in the construction area throughout 2020.”

Its output has begun to supply to the Electricite Du Cambodge (EDC)’s grid on 15 December 2020 under a 20-year agreement. RPS is the first solar energy project in Cambodia which has secured firm power supply guarantee from the Cambodian government.

Tipakorn Saiphatana, Executive Vice President of Kasikorn Bank, said the lending to RPS is consistent with the bank’s policy promoting investment for sustainability and support customers’ transition to a net zero emissions economy.

“Kasikorn Bank believes that the project will play an important role in contributing to the development of highly efficient and reliable electricity services and utilities, which is an important foundation for Cambodia’s economic growth. With the potential of BGRIM, which has expertise in developing efficient power plant projects and innovative technologies, the company has cost advantages, global business partners and being recognised internationally,” he said

Dr Rak Vorrakitpokatorn, President of Export-Import Bank of Thailand (EXIM Thailand), said the RPS project fits well with the bank’s drive to support overseas investment of Thai outfits. This is in line with EXIM Thailand’s mission towards becoming the development bank of Thailand, connecting and driving trade and investment between Thailand and its trading partners.

“EXIM Thailand has constantly developed forms of financial support and cooperation with the public and private sectors to propel businesses that have a positive impact in the economic, social and environmental dimensions. This is in line with the Sustainable Development Goals that all countries must work together to create a better world and raising the quality of life of the population in the long term,” added Dr Rak.

Niraman Laisatit, Senior Executive Vice President in charge of Corporate Banking of Bangkok Bank, noted that the bank has already supported BGRIM in the development of various projects both at home and abroad for more than 26 years, starting with the Amata B. Grimm Power 1 scheme in 1995.

“Bangkok Bank is very pleased to have another opportunity to support BGRIM with the RPS solar farm scheme that is part of Cambodia’s development in infrastructure renewable energy,” she stated.

Dr Link pointed out that the RPS development is a response to changing energy demand patterns.

That has led various organisations especially those on international levels to come up with a policy towards reducing carbon dioxide generation in the long term and embracing renewable energy. Importantly, the RPS venture contributes to BGRIM’s target of expanding the share of clean energy in its megawatt portfolio and fulfilling the company’s mission statement of “Empowering the World Compassionately.”

Currently, B.Grimm Power has a total of 50 power plants in commercial operation. The company aims to ramp up its total installed capacity from 3,058 MW at the end of 2020 to at least 7,200 MW of secured PPA by 2025 and further to 10,000 MW by 2030 with an annual revenue of more than 100 billion baht being targeted. More importantly, B.Grimm Power is moving strenuously towards realising net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Published : November 05, 2021