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Lenzing Group is committed to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions per ton of product by 50 percent by 2030.

The specialty fiber producer Lenzing has announced the completion of an investment of the world’s largest Lyocell fiber manufacturing plant, which is consisting of an advanced innovative production and using biodegradable and environmentally friendly wood fibers at its site in the 304 Industrial Park in Prachinburi Province. 304 Industrial Park is sustainable eco-industrial town offering full ranges of utilities that meet all client queries. Meanwhile, Lyocell plant itself has an annual production capacity of more than 100,000 tons, with a total investment of more than 400 million euros or about 15 billion baht.

It is an important collaboration of both central and local government, the Board of Investment of Thailand (BOI), and 304 Industrial Park in promoting and supporting this huge investment of Lenzing in Thailand amid the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Over more than two years of support and cooperation, today Australia’s giant textile manufacturer Lenzing that is using an innovation Lyocell, has announced the official opening of the factory on the site of over 311 rai or 497,600 sq.m in 304 Industrial Park in Prachinburi Province.

Mr. Cord Prinzhorn, CEO of Lenzing Group stated that “We are very proud of this achievement. Our sincere thanks go to the entire Lenzing team and especially to our staff in Thailand but also to many external stakeholders, who joined forces in times of a global pandemic to make this key project reality. To deliver such a huge project in time and at budget is an outstanding achievement given the challenges of the global pandemic”

Lenzing Group has built the specialty fiber plant “Lyocell” and is now producing product from wood pulp under the “TENCEL” brand – the world leading eco-friendly textile innovation. The plant is the largest production base of Lenzing Group, with an annual production capacity of 100,000 tons. The 400-million euro or approximately 15-billion baht manufacturer is set to produce specialty fibers to meet with rapidly growing demand in the global market. This plant also reflects strength as a leading player in the specialty fiber market and the group’s policy towards Zero Carbon.

Lenzing Group is committed to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions per ton of product by 50 percent by 2030. Lenzing Group is looking for global investment that meets its business needs in terms of good infrastructure, raw materials, and clean energy sources. 304 Industrial Park is the best answer for Lenzing Group’s investment where it has chosen and built this large factory since 2019.

Mr. Yothin Dumnernchanvanit, President of National Power Supply Public Company Limited and 304 Industrial Park said, “It is very proud that Lenzing has chosen 304 Industrial Park for its world’s largest production base for Lyocell fibers. 304 Industrial Park is a quality industrial park under the concept of an eco-industrial town and is committed to developing utilities that are ready to support all levels of demand as well as to meet the needs of environmentally friendly industries like Lenzing who needs clean energy. 304 Industrial Park is located on Highway No. 304 and is on a high land and flood-free zone in Prachinburi Province. There is a convenient transportation connect to Bangkok. It is close to the airports, ports, and is also easily connected to ASEAN,”

In addition, 304 Industrial Park is supported by the alliance National Power Supply Public Company Limited – NPS, the largest biomass power base in Thailand that produces a capacity of 398 MW as well as producer of solar energy. 304 Industrial Park also built a large reservoir independently of natural water sources capable of supplying up to 160,000 cubic meters of water per day. Its capacity can be expanded to serve the increasing demand. Furthermore, the standard treatment systems are provided and waste disposal systems are zero discharged.

“The reasons Lenzing Group choosing 304 Industrial Park as its main production are the location that is in a high-altitude, flood-free zone, sufficient raw materials for production, and the complete utilities. In particular, there is clean energy of biomass, which will help Lenzing to reach its Zero-Carbon goals. As well, there is convenient transportation for Lenzing Group. Additionally, there are many large businesses that choose to invest in 304 Industrial Park and I will provide information in the future,” Mr. Yothin concluded.

Published : March 23, 2022

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Central Food Retail moves ahead with its “CRC Retailligence” strategy by joining forces with leading cryptocurrency platform Zipmex to launch its very own blockchain-powered supermarket that will connect modern consumers to the metaverse.

CEO Stephane Coum said the company’s vision was to use new technology to become a 21st-century leader in innovative food retail.

The “CRC Retailligence” strategy aims to drive retail innovations of the future, creating seamless experiences and becoming “Central to Life” for all customers, he said.

“We plan to tap into the retail potential of the metaverse, a world that runs on digital asset infrastructures such as crypto and NFT. We see enormous potential to enhance shopping experience and lifestyle through convenient, seamless and interactive access to products and services. The Covid-19 epidemic is also a key driver in re-shaping shopping behaviour as more people shop online, accelerating the development and uptake of new technologies and innovations in the retail space,” Coum said.

Akalarp Yimwalai, CEO and co-founder of Zipmex Thailand, said this partnership would give customers seamless access to products and services in real-time.

“Zipmex’s innovation expertise and leadership make us the perfect gateway to the world of digital assets,” Akalarp said.

Zipmex has been offering support and knowledge resources to both retail customers and partners seeking to expand their businesses to the metaverse, taking advantage of such disruptive innovation occurring in the world today.

Partners of Zipmex benefit from the ability to tap new market opportunities, drive revenue and increase customer awareness and engagement.

“Our partnership with Central Food Retail is the perfect starting point for innovations in the food retail industry both in Thailand and Southeast Asia. We want to provide exciting new experiences for everyone and put Thai retail on the global stage,” he added.

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Published : March 22, 2022

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Top teams from leading universities in Thailand will showcase and develop their startups at the “SCG Bangkok Business Challenge @ Sasin 2022 – Thailand Competition”, under the theme, “Redefining the Future of Sustainable Ventures”.

Top teams from leading universities in Thailand will showcase and develop their startups at the “SCG Bangkok Business Challenge @ Sasin 2022 – Thailand Competition”, under the theme, “Redefining the Future of Sustainable Ventures”.

Sasin School of Management has partnered with SCG Chemicals (SCGC), a pioneer in the integrated chemicals business, to host the competition, which will be streamed live on Facebook on March 26-27.

The “SCG Bangkok Business Challenge @ Sasin” serves as an ideal, competitive platform for undergraduate and postgraduate students in Thailand to present their startup business plans in English and prepare for the future growth of their business. The competition was launched in 2002 and has been held for 20 consecutive years, making it the longest-running global student startup competition in Asia.

“Sasin is honoured to collaborate with our partner, SCG Chemicals, for the seventh straight year,” said Professor Ian Fenwick, Director of Sasin School of Management.

“This competition lies at the heart of what we do at Sasin – promote and emphasise sustainability through an entrepreneurial mindset. This is the second year that we have arranged the “Thailand Competition”. We all look forward to seeing this year’s innovative, sustainable startups from universities around Thailand.”

Dr Suracha Udomsak, Chief Innovation Officer, Executive Vice President – New Business, SCG Chemicals (SCGC), said, “SCG Chemicals focuses on developing the innovation ecosystem and human resources in Thailand. We believe that to encourage entrepreneurship and a sustainable mindset among Thai university students is vital. We are delighted to be able to continue to support ‘SCG Bangkok Business Challenge @ Sasin’. We are confident that this international competition will elevate the innovation ecosystem in Thailand and bring benefits to all relevant segments.”

The competition features global networking and seasoned experts in business, marketing, investment, and sustainability who will judge this year’s teams and determine the best startup in the competition.

The “SCG Bangkok Business Challenge @ Sasin” comprises the “Thailand Competition” and the “Global Competition”.

The winning team in the Thailand Competition will receive a cash prize of US$4,500 (approximately THB150,000) and will qualify for the Global Competition in July.

While still in the process of requesting the bestowment of this year’s awards, the winners of the Global Competition and its Sustainability Award Round have historically received Royal Trophies: HM The King’s Award, and HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Sustainability Award, respectively. In total, cash prizes in the Global Competition are worth over $60,000 (over THB2 million).

The 12 teams that will participate in the Thailand Competition, selected from a total of 113 teams, are:

• Uniclass team from Sasin School of Management

• IQMED team from Mahidol University

• Carity team from Chulalongkorn University

• Grycle team from Chulalongkorn University

• Perm team from Chulalongkorn University

• Come & Craft Company team from Thammasat University

• Defire team from Asian Institute of Technology

• Jernie team from Chulalongkorn University

• YaBez team from Pathumthani University

• IN-WASTE team from Kasetsart University

• Shrimpney team from Mahidol University

• CARSUP team from Chulalongkorn University

Follow the Thailand Competition live on Facebook Page “SCG Bangkok Business Challenge at Sasin” (www.facebook.com/bangkokbusinesschallenge) on March 26-27.

Published : March 22, 2022