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INSEE Booth at Architect ‘17

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Booth No.:F102
Venue:Challenger Hall 1-3, IMPACT Muang Thong Thani.
Date: 27 May 2017

Conceptual Design
The Pace of Nature:
The "INSEE"booth in Architect2017 has been designed for unlimited use as afully functionalspace, perfectly complementing the urban lifestyle withintegrated living and working areasby incorporating simple lines and geometric shapes. The combination of triangle shapesto create a distinctivedesign withwarm colorsdivides the living area of each zone while maintaining the impression of being close to nature through usingthe "House &Home"themed line of materials from The Siam City Cement Group.

Siam City Cement Groupconsists of many subsidiaries offering of a large number of premium quality products, such asthe Siam City Cement Public Company Limited (SCCC), one of the leading cement producer in the country; CONWOOD Co., Ltd., a market leader in fiber cement; Siam City Concrete Company Limited, manufacturer and distributor of ready-mixed concrete; INSEE Superblock Co., Ltd.,a manufacturer and distributor of high-quality lightweight brick and other services including INSEE Ecocycle Co., Ltd., an environmentally-friendly waste management solutions; Siam City Power Co., Ltd., power generation from cement production process; INSEE Digital Co., Ltd., an information technology and digitalization business services. For more info, please visit www.siamcitycement.com

Feel the Love in the Garden at Cubic 63

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Fall in love with a new style of communal dining and experience a feeling of togetherness in a green al fresco food and drinks hub
BANGKOK:Cubic 63Your Everyday Dining Garden on Bangkok’s upbeat Ekamai Road (Sukhumvit 63) presented a special Love in the Garden media event on Thursday, May 4th, 2017 to sample the city’s ultimate after-work drinks and food venue.

A veritable feast of 11fabulous foodie cabins serve an appetizingly international mix of dishes at Cubic 63, from delicious Mexican nachos to prime imported steaks, juicy home-cooked burgers and melt-in-the-mouth sashimi; with diners chowing down in the outdoor venue’s attractive communal garden. With wooden al fresco seats, a trendy faux lawn and small stage, Cubic 63 creates a funky, fun and fresh green oasis for neighborhood locals and the Ekamai after-work crowd as well as a cool night-time destination or pre-club dine-and-drinks stop-off.

The media evening introduces the delights of this contemporary style of casual city dining that does not take itself too seriously yet still serves up gourmet plates. Everyone attending the Love in the Garden event, showcasing Cubic 63, can enjoy their own individual style of food while experiencing a feeling of togetherness; a love of great food, a love of good company and a love of being outdoors in a restaurant garden setting.

After formally welcoming Love in the Garden guests to the unique environment of Cubic 63, members of the media will dine, enjoy live music and embrace their inner child with some social online games to create a community feel in the heart of the city.
For more information please call 089 693 6555 or https://web.facebook.com/EkamaiGourmet/
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About Cubic 63 – Your Everyday Dining Garden
Cubic 63 is a unique garden dining venue serving up gourmet food from across the globe on a central lawn with a fun and friendly vibe. With 11 restaurants to choose from, Cubic 63 diners can eat what they want, from wherever they want, when they want before sitting down with whomever they want in one happy-go-lucky place; a happening dining atmosphere that is fresh, funky and full of flavor. From Japanese to tomahawk steak; pizza to Issan food; Mexican tacos to seafood extravaganzas; Cubic 63 showcases a delicious menu of snacks, sharing plates and fine foods. Live music plays pop favorites nightly from an up-close stage inside the chilled-out communal space, creating a laid-back, intimate and upbeat ambiance. Opened in 2016, Cubic 63 is an everyday hangout for drinks too and renowned for its affordable prices and tempting happy hour deals; a dining, bar and music complex with a real community feel.

To find out more about Cubic 63, please call 089 693 6555 or https://web.facebook.com/EkamaiGourmet/ Cubic 63 opens every day from 17.00 – 00.00 hrs.

Dell EMC Delivers Wave of Innovations to Help Customers Realize Digital Transformation Goals

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New Capabilities Set Course for Customers to Successfully

Modernize, Automate and Transform Their Datacenters

DELL EMC WORLD 2017, LAS VEGAS – May 9, 2017
News Summary:

  • Dell EMC delivers major innovation wave to help businesses reinvent themselves for new digital era
  • New technology innovations span all-flash storage, software-defined storage, hyper-converged infrastructure,  hybrid cloud and data protection
  • Complementary solutions, services and consumption models provide customers the best of enterprise technology, all in one place

Full Story:
Dell EMC announces a wave of new modern data center innovations, each serving a specific and meaningful role toward helping customers realize their goals for digital transformation.

Digital transformation will change fundamentally how every business in every industry is built and operated, and how it interfaces with customers. The unprecedented amounts of users, applications and data volumes will simply break traditional infrastructure. To succeed in this new digital world, companies will require an IT transformation. Today’s new announcements from Dell EMC help customers along this path by basing their IT on a modern architecture as the foundation for a hybrid cloud. Today’s announcements also make it easier for companies to buy from Dell EMC through the adoption of a cloud-like pricing model. Customers can scale up or scale down their environments, only paying for what they use at the component level, or at the data center level.  

Companies behind the IT transformation curve are those that are held back by legacy infrastructures. As organizations look to digitally transform, IT maturity may be a deciding factor for determining which companies win. In fact, the new Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG) 2017 IT Transformation Maturity Curve study commissioned by Dell EMC shows that 85% of the most mature organizations believe they are in a “very strong” or “strong” position to compete and succeed in their market over the next few years contrasted with 43% of the least mature companies. However, making any progress in IT maturity drives agility, innovation and improved business outcomes.

“The digital transformation mega trend will only intensify, reinforcing the need to start the IT transformation journey now,” said David Goulden, president, Dell EMC. “Dell EMC is the ideal partner to help customers take this first step. The creation of Dell EMC has rapidly accelerated our ability to develop and deliver technologies that will underpin the next wave of innovation and progress for our customers.”

Announced today from Dell EMC World:







Additional Resources:

Dell EMC

Dell EMC, a part of Dell Technologies, enables organizations to modernize, automate and transform their data center using industry-leading converged infrastructure, servers, storage and data protection technologies.  This provides a trusted foundation for businesses to transform IT, through the creation of a hybrid cloud, and transform their business through the creation of cloud-native applications and big data solutions.  Dell EMC services customers across 180 countries – including 98 percent of the Fortune 500 – with the industry’s most comprehensive and innovative portfolio from edge to core to cloud.
Dell EMC World
Dell EMC World 2017, May 8-11, is Dell Technologies’ flagship event, bringing together technology and business professionals to network, share ideas and help co-create a better future. Learn more at www.dellemcworld.com and follow #DellEMCWorld on Twitter. 
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ZUELLIG PHARMA INVESTS IN HEALTH BENEFIT CONSULTANTS

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Bangkok, 9 May 2017: Zuellig Pharma, the region’s leading healthcare services provider, has today announced it has invested in Health Benefit Consultants Company (HBC) through its Malaysian subsidiary – MiCare Sdn Bhd.
HBC is a leading third party administrator in Thailand providing medical claims administration and related consulting and advisory services to corporates and insurance companies. It was established in 1993 and serves the needs of 17 Thai and three foreign companies.
Zuellig Pharma Vice President Integrated Solutions Moses Hee said this partnership will focus on growing HBC in Thailand and expanding the services and health benefits it offers to Thai people.
“We want to work closely with HBC to grow its existing business and help it better serve the needs of local Thai people, companies and insurers. The business is currently responsible for managing the health insurance of 2.5 million Thai people and we believe that there is a lot of potential for growth.”
HBC Managing Director Permsak Natenuj said the partnership will allow HBC to leverage Zuellig Pharma’s regional networks and MiCare’s technology and expertise.
“Zuellig Pharma’s strong regional networks and focus on developing innovative new solutions will help us to expand HBC’s business and the services that we offer. This partnership will enable the development of technology and solutions that will deliver greater health benefits to the Thai people that we support.”
Zuellig Pharma’s subsidiary, MiCare, is the leading partner for Payors in Malaysia, offering health and wellness as well as third party administration services to corporates and insurance companies. Zuellig Pharma will leverage MiCare’s technology and expertise to bring new services to Thailand, in partnership with HBC.
“MiCare offers corporates and insurance companies a range of services to improve the health of the people that they insure. This is not only good for the individual, it helps to reduce corporate healthcare and insurance costs,” said Mr Hee. 
The solutions being piloted in Malaysia include mobile applications and health and wellness programmes.
“These programmes are delivering strong results. A recent pilot that we ran with a local Malaysian corporate reduced the number of preventable new cases of chronic disease among its employees by 20% and improved the health of more than 45% of the people that took part. 

     “This resulted in a 14% reduction in the company’s absentee rate and a 15% reduction in its employee medical expenses. We look forward to introducing similar programmes to the Thai market through our partnership with HBC,” said Mr Hee.

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About Zuellig Pharma
Zuellig Pharma has been successfully serving the Asian healthcare market since 1922. Today we are the region’s leading health care services provider.  We are present in 13 countries and offer a range of innovative solutions for clients, customers, practitioners and patients. These include distribution; clinical trial support; registration, sales and marketing services; health, wellness and adherence programs; third party administration services and a range of retail pharmacy services. Zuellig Pharma employs 10,000 people and serves 300,000 doctors, hospitals, pharmacies and clinics across the region, helping to make healthcare more accessible across Asia.
About HBC
HBC is a third party administrator and consultant of medical insurance programs for insurance companies in Thailand and Laos. We offer third party administration services for 2.5 million insured members from 20 underwriters and have assessed more than 2 million cases since the company was established in 1993. Today, HBC assesses more than 25,000 claims every month and offers a range of services including developing and negotiating hospital contracts, pre-certification procedures, protocols and management, automatic claim processing, data capture and customer-focused administration. These services allow our clients to provide their customers with high quality products, excellent customer service, and long term cost control.


About HBC

Health Benefit Consultants Co., Ltd is a Third Party Administration (TPA).  We are a company that processes health insurance claims for insurance companies.  


Our mission is “to design & administer healthcare solutions that exceed the expectations of our Clients in terms of benefits, cost and service and where appropriate reinsure those products intelligently.”


The “customer comes first” philosophy is held by all of our people. Our “customer” includes the companies for whom we develop, administer and insure products to meet revenue goals, the people who actually purchase the products administered by our company and of course, the network of Healthcare Providers that play such an important role in our Healthcare products and programs.


HBC is a third party administrator and consultant of medical insurance programs for insurance companies in Thailand. HBC has acquired a unique range of skills in the Thai health delivery environment including:
  • the development of innovative medical products
  • the development of hospital contracts (both capitated and fee for service)
  • conducting negotiations with hospitals
  • the establishment of hospital reporting according to illness codes
  • pre-certification procedures, protocols and management
  • enhanced data capture
  • hospital monitoring
  • case management, concurrent review and quality Insurance techniques
  • customer focused administration
  • automatic claim processing through HBC Link (Web service)

Health Benefit Consultants Co., Ltd (HBC) will discuss the Client’s needs and desires and then prepare a product for approval, develop the complete administrative process and reinsure the company.

HBC can accommodate almost any request from Clients.  We believe long term success can only come from true partnerships with our Clients. Along these lines, HBC’s relationship with Clients includes regular meetings to assess product performance, to ensure Client’s needs and expectations are being met if not surpassed and to provide regular feedback to Clients as to the performance of their product.

HBC’s Third Party Administration Services allow insurance companies to provide their own clients with high quality products, excellent customer service, and long term cost control. If desired, HBC’s administration of a Client’s products can be totally transparent.

HBC is providing Third Party Administration Services for 2.5 million insured members from 20 underwriters. We have performed claim assessment totally 2 million cases since the company was found in 1993. Recently, we are assessing 25,000 claims a month.

Importantly we also have developed a preferred provider network (on a fee for service basis) covering 303 hospitals right across Thailand and Lao PDR.

dtac postpaid subscribers can now pay bills at Boonterm top-up machines nationwide

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May 11, 2017 – dtac gears up its “Flip It” phenomenon by launching a payment service to allow postpaid subscribers to pay their bills at Boonterm top-up machines, available 24 hours a day at more than 100,000 locations across the country.
Mr. Akkarawin Jeerawatanawart (2nd left), Senior Vice President, Head of Modern Trade, Wholesales Business and Bank Partners Department, Total Access Communication PLC or dtac and Mr. Somchai Soongsawang (2nd right), Managing Director, Fort Smart Service Public Co., Ltd., announce a payment service enabling dtac postpaid subscribers to pay their bills at Boonterm top-up machines, which until now have only provided prepaid mobile phone top-up and online bill payment services. The Boonterm kiosks work with all types of coins and bills and have an online system connected with various service providers. Customers can complete a transaction by themselves without the actual bill at all Boonterm top-up machines nationwide.

Life is colourful! – The exhibition by Yayoi Kusama Is ready to paint Singapore rainbow

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Yayoi Kusama: courtesy of Ota Fine Arts, Tokyo/Singapore, Victoria Miro, London, David Zwirner, New York

Yayoi Kusama is no doubt one of the most influential artists of the century. The rebellious Japanese artist aka ‘Polka Dot Princess’ is best known for her works with the colorful and bold polka dots that later become a trademark of her work while the way she creates all her works has become the worldwide phenomenon!

For those of you who wish to experience the work of this avant-garde artist, this is your chance! Singapore Tourism Board would like to invite you to ‘YAYOI KUSAMA: Life is the Heart of a Rainbow’ during 9th June-3rd September, 2017 at National Gallery Singapore – the first major survey of her work in Southeast Asia, which will focus on the immersive and expansive nature of her practice. Get to know more about her extraordinary and highly influential career and works through paintings, room-size presentations, outdoor sculptural installations, designs and many more which will leave you in awe! Be amazed by her famous ‘Pumpkin’ sculpture, Dots Designs and Infinity Mirror Room, a mirror-lined chamber housing a dazzling and seemingly endless LED light display.

If you are ready! Let’s go to Singapore and enjoy the land of polka dots with Yayoi Kusama. Explore the work of the artist that continues to push artistic boundaries. The special exhibition like this is definitely something not to be missed!
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About the Singapore Tourism Board
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) is a leading economic development agency in tourism, one of Singapore’s key service sectors. Known for partnership, innovation and excellence, STB champions tourism, making it a key economic driver for Singapore. We aim to differentiate and market Singapore as a must-visit destination offering a concentration of user-centric and enriching experiences through the “YourSingapore” brand. For more information, visit www.stb.gov.sg or www.yoursingapore.com or follow us on Twitter @STB_sg (https://twitter.com/stb_sg).

The ADP Design Tour Puts Asian Designers in International Spotlight in Bangkok

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Bangkok, Thailand – The Asia Designer Communication Platform (ADP) brings its Design Tour to Bangkok from May 24 to June 6, 2017. During these two weeks, ADP will be hosting specialized workshops for designers, an exclusive dinner party for the media and industry partners, as well as a modern design exhibition in collaboration with Sombat Permpoon Gallery.

Since its establishment, ADP has been pursuing its mission to help Asian design gain global recognition and assist Asian designers to expand their business outside their home country on an international level. This way the organization has brought many new and exciting business opportunities to creatives around Asia Pacific and has significantly contributed to building partnerships between designers and design organizations around the world.

During the upcoming Design Tour, ADP will present its Level A Certification Course on May 24, 2017, at Hubba-To, South-East Asia’s newest and most innovative co-working space. With its unique interior design and highly creative atmosphere, it is the ideal place to host a workshop that is intended to teach creatives to reach out to the international market and gain global exposure for their work.

On the evening of the same day, ADP is inviting thought leaders of local business organizations, the international world of design and representatives of Thailand’s leading media outlets for a dinner party at Attitude, the Westin Grande’s classy rooftop venue. This event will be full of excellent networking opportunities and inspiring idea exchanges, making it the place to be for everyone wanting to be a part of the community ADP is building.

To give the public a taste of ADP’s work, the association has partnered with Sombat Permpoon Gallery, Thailand’s leading gallery of contemporary art. For two weeks, it will be hosting a unique collection titled “Cross the Line - Penetrate Asian Market and Step onto the International Stage”. It will be featuring work by some of the most celebrated, talented international designers.

With this fine combination of events, workshops and exhibitions, ADP is advancing its cause of putting forward Asian designers to the global market. By shining the spotlight on innovations here in Thailand and other countries in Asia Pacific the design community will continue to flourish and convince the global market of its capabilities and creativity.

“We are thrilled to be bringing the Design Tour to Bangkok this year. It’s such an international city that makes a great platform for both established and emerging designers to reach out and promote their work to a larger audience. Bringing leading industry players and creatives from around the world together is our mission at ADP, and we are sure the events we are hosting here will help us accomplish it,” explains ADP.

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About Asia Designer Communication Platform:
Asia Designer Communication Platform (ADP) is an important organization devoted to promoting the global design exchange. It is also the first cross-spectrum design association in Asia with offices in Hong Kong, Sydney, and Amsterdam. Since its establishment, it has assisted dozens of famous regional designers in successfully stepping onto the international stage.

ADP deeply understands that Asian design has not only aroused global attention. Asia is also the most important market in the world. To promote communication between designers from all over the world with Asian designers, the outstanding designers and winners of the top world design awards, iF, Red Dot, GDA, and IDSA, in the fields of graphic design, interior design, architectural design, and industrial design are all eager to join in expectation of creating higher value for the Asian design industry together and the greater market needs.

Asia Designer Communication Platform’s Most Prominent Advisors and Members:
Argentinean Interior Designer and jury member of Interior Design Excellence Award Alexander Lotersztain
Dutch International Award-winning Architect and Interior Designer Camiel Weijenberg
Irish Graphic Designer and frequent jury member of different design awards Conor Clarke
Taiwanese International Award-winning Interior and Industrial Designer Janus Huang
Thai Architect and designer of Thailand Creative & Design Centre and The Jam Factory in Bangkok Yarinda Bunnag
Taiwanese International Award-winning Interior Designer Timmy Chou
Chinese International Award-winning Graphic Designer Liu Yong Qing
Australian International Arts Curator Annie Ivanova
Japanese International Award-winning Architect Kikuma Watanabe
Taiwanese International Award-winning Interior Designer Roy Huang
Finnish International Award-winning Architect Helena Sandman
Japanese Award-winning Architect Hajime Tsuruta

Zuellig Pharma announces investment in HBC

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Zuellig Pharma, the region’s leading healthcare services provider, signed an agreement to invest in Health Benefit Consultants Company (HBC) through its Malaysian subsidiary – MiCare Sdn Bhd. HBC is a leading third party administrator in Thailand providing medical claims administration and related consulting and advisory services to corporates and insurance companies. This partnership will focus on growing HBC in Thailand and expanding the services and health benefits it offers to Thai people. Meanwhile, HBC will have access to MiCare’s global network, providing it with greater business expansion opportunity.
Photo shows: Mr. Moses Hee, Zuellig Pharma Vice President Integrated Solutions (left), and Mr. Permsak Natenuj, Managing Director of Health Benefit Consultants Co., Ltd. (right) exchanging signed agreement as Zuellig Pharma made significant investment in HBC.  Mr. Yves Hermes, Zuellig Pharma Chief Executive, Thailand & Indochina, Taiwan (middle) joined as a witness.

Mitr Phol Group the leader of Renewable Power is launching the 1st Rubber woodchips based Power Plant in Songkhla

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Mitr Phol Group marked the first opening of Panel Plus Bio-Power Co.,Ltd.,’s rubber woodchips based power plant in Songkhla province. The move cements the group’s positioning as the highest ranking of private biomass-based power producer in Southeast Asia’s. Mitr Phol Group aim to expand power business size through 200 MW from non-bagasse fuel by 2020 under The Alternative Power Business Unit  by create a new business model which is using variety of local agricultural waste and based on the core business concept of “From waste to Value”
Mr. Suwat Kamolpanus, Managing Director of Mitr Phol’s Alternative Power Business, said: With the long term experience for over 60 years of operation of bagasse based power plant, Mitr Phol now turns their experience to other Alternative energy and Panel Plus Bio-Power is the example of not only the first biomass power plant of Mitr Phol Group which is using Rubber woodchip fuel but also the first power plant in Southern region of Thailand.
“We are excited and proud of the first kind of technology which was designed to suit not only waste from our panel board business but also rubber woodchips which is available in nearby area. This new kind of technology will turn approximately 120,000 tons of rubber woodchips per year into electricity. This is a clear proof of our commitment of developing biomass power business through the use of diverse types of energy sources available in local areas in addition to bagasse,” said Suwat.
Panel Plus Bio-Power, the 9.9 megawatt power plant, is located near the Panel Plus Group in Hat Yai, Songkhla. It has generated electricity to Panel Plus Group since March 2017.
The power plant is using high performance of combustion system and more environmentally friendly technology as it requires fewer raw materials and consume energy less than conventional boiler, especially the top loader system. The Electrostatic Precipitator (ESP) is also employed to reduce fly ash from boiler emission together with the first Solar Floating power plant. It is generated about 20 kW of electricity. This is a creative solution of Alternative Power Business and an example of management of water asset as evaporation pond to produce clean energy.  


“More importantly, to promote our commitment of sustainable development, Panel Plus Bio-Power contributes an additional 0.01 baht per unit to the community fund apart from the Government Community Development Fund with intention to empower local communities to develop its own environment, living and quality of life,” said Mr. Suwat.


About Mitr Phol Bio-Power
Mitr Phol Bio-Power is renewable energy business arm of Mitr Phol Group with focus on bagasse and agricultural residue cogeneration to produce clean, environmental friendly power for use in Mitr Phol Group’s sugar mills and other production facilities. The remaining power is supplied to the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) and the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA).

Currently Mitr Phol Group is the largest biomass power producer in Thailand with a total of 7 biomass power plants in Suphan Buri, Sing Buri, Khon Kaen, Chaiyaphum, Kalasin, Loei and Tak.  With the combined production capacity of 552 MW annually, the 7 plants reached agreements with EGAT and PEA to sell electricity amounting to more than 191 MW annually.

Mitr Phol is embarking on a new alternative power generation business as it has added solar rooftop and solar farm to its Alternative Power Business. This will boost total solar power generation capacity to
3 MW. Other activities include the 9.9 MW rice husk power plant in Ayutthaya province and the 9.9 MW bara woodchip power plant in Songkhla province

UPS GENERATES 6.2% REVENUE GROWTH AND INCREASES Q1 EPS TO $1.32

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  • U.S. Domestic Revenue Increases 5.0% as Package Yield Expands on Continued Ecommerce Demand 
  • International Reported Operating Profit $529 Million, Currency-Neutral Operating Profit $648 Million 
  • Supply Chain & Freight Building Momentum as Operating Profit Jumps 22% on 13% Revenue Growth 
  • Operating Profit Growth Dampened by Fuel Surcharge Lag Reaffirms Full-Year 2017 Adjusted EPS Guidance 

UPS (NYSE:UPS) today announced first-quarter 2017operating results with healthy revenue growth across all three segments. The company improved earnings per share by 3.9% versus the same period in 2016. The improved per-share result was due to a 22% increase in Supply Chain and Freight segment operating profit, strong underlying performance in the International segment and solid results in the Domestic segment, plus the favorable tax impact of adopting the new stock compensation accounting standard (ASU 2016-9).

Consolidated Results
1Q 2017
1Q 2016
Revenue
$15,315 M
$14,418 M
Operating profit
$1,784 M
$1,823 M
Currency-neutral operating profit*
$1,904 M

Diluted earnings per share
$1.32
$1.27


“Revenue came in strong this quarter with all segments adding to the topline,” said David Abney, UPS chairman and CEO. “We are accelerating investments to create the industry’s leading smart global logistics network and value-creating portfolio. UPS customers are benefiting from expanded capacity, choice and improved time-in-transit, while technology solutions continue to deliver efficiencies.”


For the total company in Q1 2017:


Total revenue climbed 6.2% and currency-neutral revenue increased 7.5%.


Revenue grew in all segments and in all major product categories, as balanced market demand occurred across the company’s broad product portfolio.
Total fuel expense increased $187 million or 43% over Q1 2016. The fuel surcharge revenue lagged expense, however a February 2017 surcharge change mitigates this variance for future periods.

Capital expenditures to support network enhancements were $938 million during the quarter, demonstrating a run-rate at the annualized guidance level.


UPS paid dividends of $774 million, an increase of 6.4% per share over the prior year, rewarding shareowners with continued strong dividend yield.
The company repurchased 4.2 million shares for approximately $450 million in line with the company’s capital allocation policy.


U.S. Domestic Segment


The Domestic segment benefitted from strong demand for ecommerce deliveries and revenue was up 5% over Q1 2016. The U.S. consumer continues to transform retail consumption due, in part to the simplicity, personal convenience and reliable delivery solutions offered by UPS.



1Q 2017
1Q 2016
Revenue
$9,535 M
$9,084 M
Operating profit
$1,076 M
$1,102 M


For the U.S. Domestic segment in Q1 2017:


Revenue increased $451 million over Q1 2016 as B2C deliveries rose.


Revenue per piece increased across all products, up 2.4% in total, as the company benefitted from previously implemented base rate pricing actions.
Next Day Air and Deferred Air shipments were up 3.9% and 4.1% respectively, as consumers continue to select UPS’s quick and convenient solutions.
Construction is now underway on 17 major facility projects (over 5 million square feet) to create capacity and efficiency to support further B2B and B2C growth.
The UPS portfolio expanded through an initiative to pick-up and deliver Ground products on Saturday in 15 major metropolitan areas during the quarter. This begins the rapid deployment to more than 4,700 cities by the peak holiday season in 2017.


Operating costs for facility construction and Saturday initiative increased operating costs by approximately $35 million during the quarter.
Headwinds from the fuel surcharge lag, some unusual weather and a facility fire totaled about $50 million in one-time costs this quarter.


International Operating Segment


“The UPS International segment continues to show excellent operating fundamentals and consistent quarterly improvement,” continued Abney.


The International segment generated strong topline growth with increased demand for cross-border shipments. Export shipment growth was strong across all UPS regions, as customers took advantage of our expanded portfolio and industry-leading customs brokerage solutions.



1Q 2017
1Q 2016
Revenue
$3,058 M
$2,914 M
Operating profit
$529 M
$574 M
Currency-neutral operating profit*
$648 M


For the International Operating segment in Q1 2017:


Operating margin was strong at 17.3%, despite the impact of unfavorable currency.


Currency was a drag of $119 million this quarter, full-year impact expected to be more than $400 million.
The segment reported a revenue increase of 4.9% over Q1 2016, up 11% on a currency-neutral basis.
Customers increasingly selected UPS due to network and time-in-transit improvements, which generated robust, double-digit shipment growth of 14% in Export and 11% in Non-U.S. domestic products.

Supply Chain and Freight Segment


“We are extremely pleased with the growth and margin enhancing performance of the Supply Chain and Freight segment this quarter,” Abney said. “The team has been working on growth initiatives, cost reduction programs and business unit portfolio strategies to address unique market conditions for the last several quarters. These initiatives showed excellent progress.”



1Q 2017
1Q 2016
Revenue
$2,722 M
$2,420 M
Operating profit
$179 M
$147 M


Revenue increased 13% over Q1 2016, due to higher-performing business development programs and improved market conditions across all business units.


Tonnage increases in Freight Forwarding and UPS Freight increased revenue.


Healthcare, Retail and Aerospace sector performance enhanced strong Distribution results. Coyote Logistics continued to accelerate its growth strategies and gained market share


during the quarter.


All business units contributed to segment operating profit growth of 22% as profit improvement programs generated stronger performance.


Outlook


The company provides guidance on an adjusted (non-GAAP) basis because it is not possible to predict or provide a reconciliation reflecting the impact of future pension mark-to-market adjustments, which would be included in reported (GAAP) results and could be material.


“First quarter results continue to show the benefit of our operating plan improvements across all business units,” said Richard Peretz, UPS chief financial officer. “Our current momentum, combined with accelerated investment initiatives gives us confidence in our ability to attain our full-year guidance.”


UPS reaffirms 2017 adjusted diluted EPS guidance to be between $5.80 and $6.10, which includes more than $400 million, or $0.30 per share of pre-tax currency headwinds.

About UPS

UPS (NYSE: UPS) is a global leader in logistics, offering a broad range of solutions including transporting packages and freight; facilitating international trade, and deploying advanced technology to more efficiently manage the world of business. Headquartered in Atlanta, UPS serves more than 220 countries and territories worldwide. The company can be found on the web at ups.com® and its corporate blog can be found at longitudes.ups.com. To get UPS news direct, visit pressroom.ups.com/RSSor follow @UPS_News.

4 REASONS YOU MIGHT BE AVOIDING IOT-THEMED BLOGS LIKE THIS ONE

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By LYNDSEY ROJAS, Global Analyst & Influencer Relations Manager,IFS
With so much information about IoT out there, you may feel reluctant about reading this blog post – but don’t. This is one you’ll be happy you read.
Do you remember where you were or what you were doing the first time the term ‘Internet of Things’ caught your attention? I do. I was sitting in a cubicle in Austin, Texas reading an article on how small embedded processors were expected to become in the next five years. Then I saw it, Internet of Things, and I thought, they have finally run out of words. As it turns out, Internet of Things (IoT) was pretty catchy.
Looking at Google metrics, the search term “IoT” reached a peak in mid-October 2016, just a few short months ago. This means the relative interest in the term IoT was higher the week of October 16, 2016, than it had ever been prior.
For those of us in the hi-tech community, there is no shortage of IoT-related blogs, research, benchmarking surveys, case studies, demos, newsfeeds, LinkedIn Groups, Reddit ‘subreddits’, books, presentations, consultants and the list goes on. It’s tempting to tune it all out and dismiss it as hype or at best a distant possibility, isn’t it?
In fact, for the last five years, research firm Gartner has devoted a 68-page master “Hype Cycle for the Internet of Things” to explore the critical issues for enterprises implementing, or planning to implement, IoT projects. (By the way, if you’ve never seen a Gartner Hype Cycle, I recommend checking this one out. If you’re weary of IoT-washing, you’ll appreciate their categorization of broader IoT adoption into phases, like “Peak of Inflated Expectations” and my favorite, the “Trough of Disillusionment.” You can access the entire Gartner Hype Cycle for IoT through our IoT newsletter).

A COUNTDOWN OF THE FOUR REASONS WHY YOU PROBABLY DON’T WANT TO READ THIS BLOG AND WHY YOU SHOULD RECONSIDER
So, in the spirit of snubbing the hype, this particular IoT blog provides four reasons why some of us feel the urge to look the other way when yet another IoT piece finds itself in our sights – but should maybe reconsider.

REASON #4:
“We’re among the few doing IoT, so we’ve earned the right to not read this blog.”

Fair enough. If you’ve successfully implemented an IoT solution or platform, you know you’re among the minority, but perhaps not for much longer. Some of you are at the tip of the spear, transforming your businesses through the power of a machine-to-machine network. To illustrate this point, research experts IDC found “about half (49%) of the manufacturers in the United States are already using IoT” and worldwide manufacturing adoption of IoT is at 31%.[1] This aligns closely to what Gartner found in their 2016 study on IoT adoption, with 29% having adopted at the time of the survey and an estimated “43% of organizations using or planning to implement IoT in 2016.

So, if you’re in the camp of early adopters and implementers of IoT, rest assured you’re still the cool kids on the playground but the others are on to you and will soon want their turn, too.

REASON #3:
“IoT in my industry must still be at least five years away, so I’m going to read about something else.”

Depending on your industry and the application of IoT, you could argue your case. Or, you may be in danger of missing the opportunity to carve out a distinct competitive advantage for yourself. Here’s an example that might surprise you: one of IFS’ customers, a pest control company based in Europe, introduced digital traps to deal with rodent problems. These types of traps enabled the company to provide better service to B2B customers. Especially in sectors like the food industry, reliable pest control is extremely important. The traps generate warnings and alerts that are sent to field service personnel. Determining the appropriate response time, taking SLAs into account and understanding whether the trap’s motion sensors were reporting activity or whether a trap needed to be emptied was very time-consuming. Now that the sensors are connected to the business systems using IoT technology, field service technicians can be scheduled much more efficiently.

In the future, customers will be provided with specific and to-the-point reporting on how well the pest control is working. Also, as more data is collected, it will become possible to apply machine learning to things like the remaining life of batteries. Battery discharge is influenced by the environment in which a trap is in, and being able to predict when a battery replacement is needed will further improve efficiency and quality of service.

REASON #2:
“Most IoT writing talks about big picture ideas of what IoT will be and not how it’s being applied today in the real world with actual companies.”

Depending on what you’re reading, you may have a point. One of the challenges in IoT thought leadership research and writing today is that it is too broad or, if specific, highlights possible industrial use cases, often well informed, but the actual public examples of real manufacturing and asset-intensive companies applying the technologies to real problems and getting real results are scant. This may be partially tied to the point above, where organizations want to retain a competitive advantage for as long as they can and not reveal how they’re squeezing costs out of their operations by automating critical business processes. Or it may be because we’re still making our way up that Peak of Inflated Expectations.

REASON #1:
“All this IoT information is overwhelming and I don’t know where to start (so I don’t want to read any more IoT blogs).”

We hear that first bit a lot, and it’s a reasonable perspective on this whole IoT craze. We tell our customers that IoT-enabled digital transformation doesn’t happen overnight, at least not for most. It’s not realistic to imagine flipping a switch and all of a sudden, our assets are lit up with sensors that deliver actionable information seamlessly into our systems.

What we’ve found, for most organizations, is that this transformation starts quite small, perhaps with the automation of one part of a larger process. Just think about those rodent traps. Monitoring for their volume of unwanted guests is one element of a larger service delivery process, which had to first be tested, and ultimately trust had to be built in a new process.
At the end of the day, new technologies mean change. By nature, most of us are skeptical of new things and collectively we don’t readily embrace change – we want to see evidence that it’s worth the risk that we can trust in the new, that it won’t jeopardize our business or ultimately our jobs. So yes, change can be difficult, but I think Jack Welch said it best, “change before you have to.”

ARDA joins hands with Mitr Phol Group to develop and enhance commercial agriculture technology Aiming at bringing comprehensive solution to Thai farmers, aligned with Pracha Rath strategy

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The Agricultural Research Development Agency (ARDA) and Mitr Phol Group signed a collaborative research & development agreement for sustainable agriculture technology development. Aiming at achieving practical approach, commercial viability and create value addition to agricultural products, while enhancing the capacity of agricultural research workforce in Thailand through academic and research network collaboration, the R&D collaboration covers three projects: paddy fields management by crop rotation and soil rehabilitation, biocontrol development and biofertilizer development. The first paddy fields management by crop rotation and soil rehabilitation project is planned to be implemented in 2017 by growing soybean after rice harvesting utilizing modern agriculture technology at Chum Phae district and Phu Pha Man district in Khon Kaen province with a budget of more than Baht 5.4 million.  
General Chatchai Sarikulya, Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives (MOAC) said that “Thai agriculture situation has changed considerably in the recent years due to weather fluctuations, decreasing agricultural land, aging workforce resulting in more dependence on farming machine, crop price largely determined by market demand, increasing consumer demand for safe and good quality crop products and many farmers suffering insufficient income.  MOAC has initiated ‘A4 Strategy’ to support Thai farmers in adopting modern farming approach to increase income and take pride of farming by reducing costs, making full use of cultivated land, maximizing crop yield and raising standard of crop products. To achieve these requires the right application of knowledge and technology in modern farming, mixed farming, and use of agricultural map for adaptive management (Agri-Map). We also encourage farmers to further look into large scale farming, organic farming and adopt good agriculture practices.  Our 882 agricultural productivity promotion learning centers located nationwide serve as the key platform for knowledge transfer, information sharing and agricultural service point for the community. Given the government’s limited fiscal budget, collaboration with the private sector with ready access to equipment and technology, with all sectors of society work together under the concept of ‘Pracha Rath’, is essential to uplift Thai agricultural sector. This collaboration focuses on the projects that are easy to implement, require low investment, and bring sustainable benefits, and will be a model for other new efforts. Three initial projects under this collaboration are paddy fields management by crop rotation and soil rehabilitation, biocontrol development and biofertilizer development. I would like to thank all parties that drive this research effort which supports the achievement of A4 strategy and wish this collaboration every success.”  
Isara Vongkusolkit, Head of Private Team; People-Private-Public Collaborative Committee  (Pracha Rath) and Chairman of Mitr Phol Group said that “With the private sector’s active participation and collaboration in the development of Thai agricultural sector in response to the government’s Pracha Rath strategy for almost two years, modern know-how and expertise in innovation and technology have been applied to help enhance the agriculture sector to substantially achieve higher productivity, deliver products that better meet market demand and reduce operating costs, which are comprehensive solutions for most Thai farmers.”    
“The collaboration between ARDA and Mitr Phol Group aims at bringing agricultural research to achieve sustainable agricultural development, mitigating income gap and minimizing environmental impact. This is an agricultural revolution at all levels - from upstream towards downstream, and the research findings can be used for the real benefits of a wide range of Thai people.”  
According to Panpimol Chanyanuwat, Director of ARDA, “The collaboration with Mitr Phol Group is a part of our mission to support the policy of the government and the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives in agricultural research development. The both parties share a common interest in conducting agricultural research in an efficient manner, optimizing the utilization of available resources e.g., information, workforce, technology, materials, tools, equipment and facilities, as well as improving the skill and knowledge in agricultural research, enhancing the country’s competitiveness and experience in the field. Moreover, we strive to make the most out of the research benefits in both policy and commercial levels in hope to bring a better quality of life to Thai farmers by helping them  create wealth in a sustainable way.”      
Krisda Monthienvichienchai, President and Chief Executive Officer, Mitr Phol Group, said that “We are delighted to work closely with ARDA to conduct research and push it forward for the development of Thai agriculture sector and commercial benefits. Thai farmers account for one-third of the country’s population while the revenue they generate in total is less than 10% of Thai GDP.  This effort will help support Thai agriculture sector to create higher revenue, and supports the 12th National Economic and Social Development Plan (2017-2021), which sets goal for the agriculture sector to grow not less than 3% annually, and also in line with Mitr Phol’s ‘Grow Together’ principle we adhere throughout the 60 years in business.”

Mitr Phol Group highly values research and development. Mitr Phol Innovation & Research Center has been set up for over 20 years and currently has over 80 researchers holding both master’s and doctoral degrees with expertise in diversified fields including sugar, sugarcane, biochemistry, etc.  Mitr Phol Group allocates 1 - 1.5% of its total income each year for research and development. The group’s research topic started from sugarcane and then expanded into other agricultural topics with aim to bring benefits to the agriculture sector. With deep understanding and close relationship with Thai farmers, the group has the capacity to disseminate research findings among Thai agriculture sector in order to achieve substantial commercial benefits.     

ARDA - Mitr Phol Group collaborative research and development agreement covers three projects, as follows:
  1. Paddy fields management by crop rotation and soil rehabilitation - aims to increase efficiency of the utilization of paddy fields. Due to the oversupply of rice in Thailand, the project tries to find an alternative crop for farmers. Soybean is a good alternative of crop rotation as the domestic market demand is high, at average 2 million tons annually, while local production is as low as only 50,000 tons per year. The project will study how to produce the good quality of soybean both seed and grain. The project will be done on the total of 150-rai area, with the application of modern farm management and large scale farming. The result of the project will lead to extendibility of 1,000-rai area.

  1. Biocontrol development
    - supports the government’s policy to promote organic farming in order to mitigate the use of chemical pesticide in Thai agriculture. The project will study the development of an innovated biopesticide which reduce the risk of farmer’s exposure to harmful chemicals. The number of reported patients with illness from pesticide toxin has continued to increase, from 1,851 in 2010 to 8,066 in 2012. The effort will also help reduce the country’s import of chemical pesticide, which accounts for 150,000 tons, equal to Baht 20,000 million annually.       
  2. Biofertilizer development
    - with long time of bad agriculture practice without sustainability concerns, coupled with the recent climate change issues and geographical feature, many agricultural lands in Thailand have become infertile due to soil infertility. According to the Land Development Department, up to 182 million rai of land in Thailand is infertile. The project will study methods to improve soil quality in infertile land for health plant growth, starting at sandy soil.    

Watsons announces the business direction for 2017 Focusing on customers experience and Strengthening its position as Thailand’s No.1 Health & Beauty Retailer

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Store expansion of 50-55 stores combined with a major refit program .
Increased investment to over  THB 500 million  focusing on Customer Engagement. Mainly for new stores, store refurbishment, digital communication and eCommerce.

BANGKOK, May 15, 2016: Watsons, Thailand’s No.1 Health and Beauty retailer, has announced another successful performance in 2016 as customers continued to respond well to the retailer’s ongoing innovation and growth initiatives. Our target for 2016 was to open 50 stores and we opened 55 ending the year with 425 stores. Watsons also revealed its plans for 2017 that once again will focus on accelerating growth and store expansion with another 50-55 stores in 2017. Store expansion will be well balanced between Bangkok and up-country to ensure improved access to Watsons for Thai consumers. Our investment budget will also allow for substantial investment Store Refits, eCommerce development, digital communication and Watsons’ Own Brand product development. Investment is well targeted to ensure improving customers experience and access across both online and in stores. In addition, we are continuing to improve product innovation, promotional excitement and our Watsons loyalty program as they are proven growth drivers.
Mr.Rod Routley, Managing Director of Watsons Thailand disclosed that, “Watsons has successfully achieved double digit sales growth from many factors including product innovation, attractive and exciting sales promotions and increased accessibility for customers through many more stores, digital platform and more exclusive CRM activities for Watsons’ customers.”
In 2016 we saw increased trends towards digital communication and ecommerce. We will continue to improve our digital communication and ensure it is well targeted and relevant to our customers. Our eStore has been well received and our innovative Mobile App has dramatically improved customer experience. We will continue to strive to ensure it easier and more convenient for customers to access our innovative products.
“Watsons aims to bring the excitement and innovation of our in-store experience with increased convenience to our connected customers.  Extra health & beauty information, targeted special offers and additional ranges are available anywhere/anytime for consumers on their smart phones, tablets or PC’s. Watsons sees having both an exciting in-store and online experience as key to our continued market share growth. Additionally, Watsons also has a very strong social media presence with over 1.9 Million fans on Facebook. This, along with Watsons Line Official platform is helping to drive increased customer engagement, exchange of quality information and increased convenience.
Watsons Own Brand products continue to deliver great quality and value for Thai consumers and 2017 will see close to 200 new items being added to the range. Sourcing of Own Brand products has widened and now includes Thailand, Japan, Korea, Australia, UK, USA and France. Our Own Brand products have been growth continually in 2016 as we drove further range expansion and product innovation. In addition, Watsons has many more exclusive brands and products to ensure that our customers have a unique shopping experience.said Mr. Routley
Watsons also continues to strengthen its market-leading loyalty scheme now with more than 3.5 million Watsons card holders. Special offers, loyalty discounts, point redemption, as well as exclusive activities continue to drive increased engagement. The Watsons card member base,  in addition, is helping us to understand customer preferences better than ever, while helping consumers move seamlessly across the in-store and online shopping environment.
Additionally, Watsons has continued its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program under four pillars: Workplace, Marketplace, Environment and Community. With high engagement from staff, suppliers and customers, Watsons sees CSR as an important way to widen engagement beyond the normal retail touch points. Watsons has a policy to cultivate awareness while providing opportunities for staff and customers to make social contributions and support the environment. For more than 10 years, Watsons has supported women’s rights by donation and creating fundraising events for the Association for the Promotion of the Status of Women under the Royal Patronage of HRH Princess Soamsawali (APSW). In 2017, Watsons will continue to support the APSW and additionally will have extra focus on promoting the importance of a healthy lifestyle. Increased support for health organizations though CSR events and fundraising will be evident in 2017
“We are looking forward to another year of great performance driven by our continued innovation, increased stores and substantial investments to improve customer experience and ongoing engagement. We are confident that the Thailand market has growth potential and look forward to extending our lead as the No.1 brand in Thailand health and beauty retail segment.” Mr. Routley concluded with positive outlook to 2017.

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About Watsons Thailand

Watsons, the No. 1 health and beauty retailer in Asia and Thailand, was launched in Thailand in 1996. Watsons is the country’s leading health and beauty store currently with over 400 stores offering products from consumer goods to health and beauty products. Watsons continually aims to offer top quality products combined with value for money, as well as providing high-standards of service to every customer. Watsons has been awarded Superbrands Status for the ninth consecutive by the Thailand Superbrands Council for the brand’s strong brand quality, affinity and leadership in the industry

Watsons continually sets the standards in the health, wellness and beauty market, providing personalized advice and counseling in health, beauty and personal care on top of its market-leading product range, making customers LOOK GOOD, FEEL GREAT every day.

No. 1 Pharmacy/Drugstore Retail brand in Thailand *
* CampaignAsia-Pacific/Nielsen“Asia’s Top 1,000 Brands” survey 2016 of over 6,000 respondents

About A.S. Watson Group
Established in Hong Kong in 1841, A.S. Watson Group is the largest international health and beauty retailer in Asia and Europe with 13,300 stores in 25 markets. Each year, over 3 billion customers and members shop with our 13 retail brands, both in stores and online.
A.S. Watson Group is also a member of the world-renowned multinational conglomerate CK Hutchison Holdings Limited, which has five core businesses ports and related services, retail, infrastructure, energy and telecommunications in over 50 countries.
Please visit www.aswatson.com for more in-depth information about A.S. Watson Group and    its brands.

LANXESS expects best results in company history in 2017

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  • Q1 2017 sales rise by 25 percent to EUR 2.4 billion. EBITDA pre exceptionals increases by 25 percent to EUR 328 million
Singapore, 12 May 2017– LANXESS projects the highest full year results in company history, following a very strong first quarter of 2017 and the successful closing of the acquisition of U.S. based company Chemtura.

Global sales of the specialty chemicals company increased by a substantial 25 percent to EUR 2.4 billion in the first quarter of 2017, up from EUR 1.9 billion a year earlier. EBITDA pre exceptionals also improved by 25 percent to EUR 328 million, compared with EUR 262 million in the first quarter of 2016. The very positive first-quarter development was primarily driven by a significant increase in volumes across all segments.

The EBITDA margin pre exceptionals came in at 13.7 percent, slightly above the prior-year figure of 13.6 percent. Net income rose significantly by 47 percent to EUR 78 million, against EUR 53 million in the year-earlier quarter.

New guidance for full year 2017

For the full year 2017, the company expects EBITDA pre exceptionals of between EUR 1.225 billion and EUR 1.3 billion. This forecast includes the earnings contribution from the newly acquired Chemtura businesses. 2017 could therefore be the most successful fiscal year in the company’s history. LANXESS achieved its highest operating result to date in 2012, when it posted a figure of around EUR 1.2 billion.

“LANXESS got off to a very strong start to the new fiscal year. We recorded an increase in demand in all of our business segments and generated higher sales in all regions. This clearly shows that we have the right positioning,” said Matthias Zachert, Chairman of the Board of Management of LANXESS AG. “Good order flow and a dynamic business environment appear to continue in the second quarter – for the full year, we are even expecting record earnings. This is a clear indication of our operational strength, which will be further enhanced by the Chemtura acquisition. Our job now is to ensure the swift and smooth integration of the new businesses.”

In what was another major step forward in its realignment program, LANXESS closed the acquisition of U.S. chemical company Chemtura around three weeks ago. With the largest acquisition in its history, the Cologne-based company is significantly expanding its additives portfolio in particular and will become one of the world’s major actors in this growing market.

About LANXESS
LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 7.7 billion in 2016 and about 19,200 employees in 25 countries. The company is currently represented at 75 production sites worldwide. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives, specialty chemicals and plastics. Through ARLANXEO, the joint venture with Saudi Aramco, LANXESS is also a leading supplier of synthetic rubber. LANXESS is listed in the leading sustainability indices Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI World) and FTSE4Good.

Forward-Looking Statements
This company release contains certain forward-looking statements, including assumptions, opinions, expectations and views of the company or cited from third party sources. Various known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors could cause the actual results, financial position, development or performance of LANXESS AG to differ materially from the estimations expressed or implied herein. LANXESS AG does not guarantee that the assumptions underlying such forward-looking statements are free from errors nor does it accept any responsibility for the future accuracy of the opinions expressed in this presentation or the actual occurrence of the forecast developments. No representation or warranty (expressed or implied) is made as to, and no reliance should be placed on, any information, estimates, targets and opinions, contained herein, and no liability whatsoever is accepted as to any errors, omissions or misstatements contained herein, and accordingly, no representative of LANXESS AG or any of its affiliated companies or any of such person's officers, directors or employees accept any liability whatsoever arising directly or indirectly from the use of this document.
You can find further information concerning LANXESS chemistry in our WebMagazine at http://webmagazine.lanxess.com.
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Fuji Xerox Achieved 3 Certificates Safety, Environmental and Quality Standards

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Recently, Mr. Koji Tezuka, President of Fuji Xerox (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (3rd from left), Mr. Sommart Bunyasunanond, Vice President of Fuji Xerox (Thailand) and team received 3 certificates, to certify that Fuji Xerox (Thailand) has evaluated the International Organization for Standardization from SGS (Thailand) Company Limited. For 3 Certificate were 1. ISO27001: Information Security Management Systems: ISMS, which providing requirements for an information security management and ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of information security in the organization, that under customer’s compliance and legal requirements. 2. ISO14001: To improve the environmental management system to version 2015 and commit to save environment and pollution prevention from business operations life cycle. 3.ISO9001: Quality Management System as Version 2015, to extend the service standard nationwide. Fuji Xerox emphasized that business will not affect the environment and can response customers as well. And this event was held on 25th floorsat Innovative Document Solution Center, 25th floor, Suntowers B, Vibhavadi-Rangsit Road.

Experience smoothest dtac Super 4G and enjoy special offers and discounts of up to 11,900 Baht on smartphones at Thailand Mobile Expo 2017

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     May 17 2017 - dtac customers can experience the smoothest 4G and get the best value offers at the upcoming Thailand Mobile Expo 2017. The exclusive offers include smartphone discounts of up to 11,900 Baht, new customer promotions, and the best mobile packages, including Go No Limit that offers unlimited Internet at maximum speed and unlimited free calls to dtac numbers. 
·       Enjoy special offers on hot-selling smartphones exclusively at the expo when subscribing for monthly packages
·       Customers also receive discounts from 3,000 Baht up to 11,900 Baht when buying selected smartphones at the expo
·       Current prepaid and postpaid subscribers can buy no-contract iPhones at special prices, plus 0% interest installment for up to 24 months.
·       Best offering for Prepaid customers switching to postpaid service
·       Best packages from dtac to choose from – Super 4G Unlimited package; Go No Limit package offering unlimited Internet at maximum speed plus unlimited free calls to dtac numbers; and Super-Non Stop package that rolls over unused Internet to next month
·       For new customers registering a new number at the expo
·       For switch-to-dtac (MNP) customers, receive on-top discount for all models of smartphones!
·       Lucky Number Promotion allows customers, to choose a lucky number for their Chinese zodiac sign (birth year), which brings happiness and balance to their life.
·       Free gifts worth up to 1,990 Baht,
·       For dtac customers buying a new smartphone or registering a new number at the expo, receive free IFLIX access
     Experience the smoothest dtac Super 4G on the widest bandwidth in Thailand and receive special smartphone offers at dtac booth at Thailand Mobile Expo 2017 between 10:00 am and 8:00 pm from May 18-21, 2017 at Queen Sirikit National

LINKSYS OPENS PRE-ORDERING FOR NEW WIRELESS AC1900+ MU-MIMO ROUTER IN THAILAND

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Next-Gen Wi-Fi AC1900+ Router Can Connect Multiple Devices to a Network, Including Several 4K and HD Video Streams Simultaneously
Bangkok, THAILAND – May 15, 2017 Linksys®, the first company to sell 100 million routers globally and a leader in networking solutions for the home and business, is accepting pre-orders of its Linksys Max-Stream™ AC1900+ MU-MIMO Gigabit Wi-Fi Router (EA7500) as of today. The new Linksys AC1900+ MU-MIMO router leverages the 802.11ac Wave 2 MU-MIMO (Multi-User, Multiple-Input, Multiple-Output) technology, which helps ensure uninterrupted Wi-Fi connectivity to multiple devices in the home and functions as if each device had its own dedicated router. With MU-MIMO, the whole household can enjoy 4K and HD TV streaming to various devices as well as play video games, listen to music, check email, shop, and more – all at the same time.
Perfect for families with several users with their own streaming devices, the Max-Stream AC1900+ leverages MU-MIMO functionality which helps make Wi-Fi networks more efficient when delivering high bandwidth 4K streams to numerous devices and connecting home appliances at the same time. With Thailand being considered an early adopter of new technologies, particularly in the digital domain and the IoT (Internet of Things), this advanced new router comes exactly at the right time. The market research firm Strategy Analytics recently reported that the percentage of households with 4K Ultra HDTVs will double from 2017 to 2018 and continue to grow strongly every year after that, and research firm Ovum predicts a 95% digital TV penetration in Thailand by 2020.
“If you have or are planning to purchase a 4K TV you will need a Max-Stream router to ensure you have a seamless 4K online streaming experience,” said Justin Doucette, director product management, Linksys. “A single stream of 4K content takes a minimum of 20 Mbps to maintain a consistent stream, and when you combine that with multiple streams plus normal Wi-Fi use from gaming, internet surfing, IoT connectivity on numerous appliances and music streaming, it adds up fast. Max-Stream will enable several streams of Wi-Fi to occur so users can have the ultimate 4K and networking experience at all times.”
The Next-Gen Max-Stream AC1900+ can provide users with combined speeds up to 1.9+ Gbps* and the range they need to connect all their devices in the home and at the same time. Also included is Smart Wi-Fi technology which makes it easy to set up and control your home Wi-Fi from anywhere using the Smart Wi-Fi app on your mobile device.
The EA7500 features:
  • Next-Gen AC Wi-Fi – 802.11ac Wave 2 with MU-MIMO Technology for uninterrupted Wi-Fi connections to multiple devices at the same time
  • Dual-band AC1900+ Wireless speeds up to 1733 Mbps 5 GHz + 800 Mbps 2.4GHz
  • 3+1 High Performance Antennas - Adjustable for optimal coverage and signal strength
  • Four Gigabit LAN Ethernet ports One Gigabit WAN for wired speeds up to 10x faster than fast Ethernet
  • One USB 3.0 and One USB 2.0 ports for connecting printers, storage and more
  • Seamless Roaming: one network name when paired with MAX-STREAM range extenders enabling seamless roaming from room to room
  • Manage and monitor your network and easily control Wi-Fi devices remotely on a smartphone with the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi app
  • Advanced WPA/WPA2 encryption and SPI firewall helps keep the network safe

The Linksys AC1900+ MU-MIMO router will help address buffering issues customers are having today and in the future with 4K content. Check out the MU-MIMO video on the Linksys product page here.

Pricing and Availability
The Linksys Max-Stream AC1900+ MU-MIMO Gigabit Wi-Fi Router (EA7500-AH v2) is now available for pre-order only, from today until May 21, 2017, for the very first time in Thailand at an MSRP of THB 6,490 (incl. VAT). Customers taking advantage of the pre-order offer will also receive a free WUSB6100M-AS micro-USB MU-MIMO Adapter, at a value of THB 2,490 (incl. VAT).

Please contact the following authorized Linksys resellers: Advice, IT CITY, JIB, Power Buy, Power Mall, KSS, Sysinfo, and TV Dot Com.

About Linksys
The Linksys brand has pioneered wireless connectivity since its inception in 1988 with its leading innovation and engineering strategies, and best-in-class technology, design and customer service. Linksys enables a connected lifestyle for people at home, at work and on the move, and with its award-winning products, simplifies home control, entertainment, security and Internet access through innovative features and a growing application and partner ecosystem. For more information, visit linksys.com, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or watch us on YouTube.

* The standard transmission rates—1733 Mbps (for 5 GHz) and 800 Mbps (for 2.4 GHz)—are the physical data rates. Actual data throughput will be lower and may depend on the mix of wireless products used and external factors.

Specifications are subject to change without notice. Actual performance may vary, and might result in lower wireless network capacity, data throughput rate, range, and coverage. Performance depends upon many factors, conditions and variables, including distance from the access point, volume of network traffic, environment building materials and construction, operating system used, mix of wireless products used, interference, and other adverse conditions. An active, customer-purchased Internet Service Provider broadband account is required for connection of this router and other connected computers and devices to the Internet. Maximum performance for wireless products derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. An 802.11ac adapter may be needed to achieve 11ac data rates.  To achieve maximum performance, routers must be paired with coordinating adapters/and or computers in both the 2.4 and 5.0 GHz band such that the maximum performance can be maximized for each GHz band.

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MAGGIE CHOO'S presents HUGO LIVE AT MAGGIE CHOO'S On Thursday June 1st 2017 From 11pm to Late

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The famous Thai hipster singer Chulachak or better known as Hugo and his band will be gracing the stage of Maggie Choo's on Thursday 1st June, starting 11pm. That's right, we have Thailand's biggest international singer and songwriter with over a million followers worldwide, with past collaborations with Jay-Z and Beyonce to name a few. He achieved recognition when his song "Disappear" was featured on Beyoncé's album I Am... Sasha Fierce, beginning a series of collaborations that led to a record deal with JAY Z's Roc Nation label in 2010.Now part of Jay-Z's record Label 'Roc-Nation.'

Come down to Maggie's Choo's to meet Hugo and his band: Montonn Jira (Vocal/Guitar), Adisak Poungok  (Keyboard), Wutthiphat (Guitar), Nuchanil (Bass), Tachapol Cheevapariyangboon (Drums). We promise a night full of fun.

After the Show
DJ Kurrypup will be bringing the party vibe with his smooth collection of Disco/ RnB/ Hip-Hop/ House classics.
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Doors open at 7pm
7-9PM --- 300Baht Entry (inc 1 FREE Welcome Drink)
After 9PM --- 500Baht Entry (inc 1 FREE Glass of Chandon)
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Bottle Promotion
20% off the 2nd bottle of Grey Goose Vodka, JW Gold Label,
Moet Brut Champagne, or Bombay Sapphire Gin
; plus 6 mixers and 1 ice for the 1st bottle.

Victory Hour “Happy Hour”
50% off on selected standards, wine, and cocktails
every night from 7.30pm to 9pm
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Maggie Choo’s hosts a vibrant live entertainment scene with daily cabaret shows, contemporary arts performances by the famous Maggie Choo’s Show Girls, and LIVE international bands every evening featuring award-winning vocalists with repertoires ranging from jazz and blues to R&B, from 9pm till midnight! Followed by leading world-class DJs with renowned percussionist Dave Davini and special shows until the lights go off. Dress code: smart casual, sandals are not allowed.

For reservations, call 083 024 1530, 091 772 2144
or e-mail book@maggiechoos.com
www.maggiechoos.com I Facebook/maggiechoos

ProPak Asia 2017 – Celebrating 25 years of Innovation

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ProPak Asia 2017 celebrates 25 years of successfully Processing & Packaging Asia with a huge 25% increase in size of show.


ProPak Asia’s huge growth this year comes from increasing demand across all sectors. Exhibitors and international pavilions have expanded significantly, and many new exhibitors are joining, presenting the latest innovations from across the world.


ProPak Asia is Asia’s biggest, most international and important industry event. Now covering over 55,000 sqm of the exhibition space at BITEC’s new facilities. The 25th edition will feature over 2,000 exhibitors from 45 countries, 18 international pavilions from Australia, China (x2), Denmark, France, Germany, Italy (x3), Japan, Korea (x2), Singapore, Spain, Taiwan (x2), UK and the USA, and over 45,000 trade visitors are expected.


The packaging industry is one of the most innovative in the world because a products packaging can differentiate it from its competitors, and companies are looking for that competitive edge. ProPak Asia is the home of innovation in Asia. Connecting industry and delivering solutions.

ProPak Asia will feature the latest hot trends; Convenience, Sustainable Packaging, Brand Recognition and Trust Building, Flexibility, and Digitalisation as the industry switches from analog to digital and through technology and software links the whole production process from grain to finished product.

“ProPak Asia has established itself as Asia’s Number One Processing and Packaging event. With its proven and trusted reputation for delivering the latest innovation and best solutions. ProPak Asia is the premier event for both big companies and SME’s as Thailand 4.0 drives forward the need to expand Thailand’s industrial capabilities.” SaidJustin Pau, General Manager, UBM BES
ProPak Asia will showcase a new floor plan focusing on 9 Industry Zones including; ProcessingTechAsia, PackagingTechAsia, DrinkTechAsia, PharmaTechAsia, Lab&TestAsia, MaterialsAsia, Coding,Marking&LabellingAsia, Coldchain, Logisitics&WarehousingAsia and PrinTech Asia, enabling buyers and sellers to develop great business together.
Ms. Jaruwan Suwannasat, Director, Exhibition and Event of Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB)said, “ProPak Asia is clearly in coherence with the government’s Thailand 4.0 policy, which encourages the use of innovation and technology to drive economic growth. It will be a great opportunity for businesses, especially those representing SME’s, to explore new solutions for food, drink and pharmaceutical sectors.”

In addition to the huge exhibition, ProPak Asia will feature leading industry conferences and events including; Food Innovation Asia Conference 2017, Food Innovation Contest 2017, Asia Drink Conference 2017, Thai Beverage Industry Association with Ministry of Health Seminar, PharmaTech Seminar 2017, Thai Packaging Centre and TISTR Conference 2017, The Department of Industrial Promotion Seminar 2017, The FoSTAT-Nestle Bowl Quiz, Asia Food Beverage Thailand Conference, Food Focus Thailand Seminar 2017, Thai Star and Asia Star Packaging Awards 2016, SME focused workshops and packaging seminars, and many more.


ProPak Asia 2017, The 25th International Processing and Packaging Technology Event for Asia will take place 14 to 17 June 2017, Halls 98 to 105 at BITEC, Bangkok, Thailand. Opening hours are 10am to 6pm every day. 

ProPak Asia is organised by UBM plc.  UBM is the largest pure-play B2B Events organiser in the world.


     For more information, please contact Wantita Porntanawong (Bow), Tel. +662 615-1255 ext. 123, email wantita@besallworld.com or visit www.propakasia.com


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Download the new ProPak Asia mobile app from App Store and Google Play
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About UBM
UBM is the largest pure-play B2B Events organiser in the world.  Our 3,750+ people, based in more than 20 countries, serve more than 50 different sectors.  Our deep knowledge and passion for these sectors allow us to create valuable experiences which enable our customers to succeed.  Please visit http://www.ubm.com/global-reach/ubm-asia for the latest news and information about UBM.

Huawei launches P10 Greenery at Thailand Mobile Expo Along with 2 years warranty service and many special offers

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Huawei launches HUAWEI P10 Greenery, the latest dual-camera smartphone in Thailand. Huawei offers a 2-year warranty for Huawei P10 Series and Mate 9 Series, and many more special promotions, at the Thailand Mobile Expo at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, from 18th to 21st May 2017.
Tossaporn Nisthanon, Deputy Country Director, Huawei Consumer Business Group (Thailand) states that, earlier this year, Huawei received overall positive feedbacsk for all product segments. The flagship models, especially the  Huawei P10 Series with both front and rear camera from Leica, received an overwhelmingly positive response from Thai consumers. Huawei now launches the latest HUAWEI P10 Greenery, in which Huawei colloraborated with the Pantone Color Institute, global color authority, to bring the world of technology and colour closer together than ever before. The Huawei P10 Greeenery  is available in 64 GB for P10 and P10 Plus. The first 100 customers to purchase the Huawei P10 Greenery will receive a free JBL Bluetooth Speaker CHARGE3 valued at 6,590 THB.
“Beside launching the new HUAWEI P10 Greenery, Huawei also offers a ‘Diamond Service’ 2-year warranty for Huawei P10 Series and Mate 9 Series customers. This privilege also extends to customers who have already purchased from the P10 and Mate 9 series. This is to assure the best users experience will be delivered to Huawei customers. Customers may also find many more attractive offers and special activities at the Huawei booth in the Thailand Mobile Expo,”Mr. Nisthanon said.
Furthermore, Huawei offers a special price for the Huawei GR5 2017 Series with affordable dual-camera, at only 7,900 THB and 9,900 THB for Premium versions. Visit the Huawei booths in the Plenary Zone Hall PM 6/1-2 and PM 9/2, Foyer Zone M4/1, and Plaza Zone ZL1 for many more exciting promotions. Consumers can enjoy up to 7,000 THB for gifts (terms and conditions may apply for each products).


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About Huawei Consumer Business Group
Huawei’s products and services are available in more than 170 countries and are used by a third of the world’s population, ranking third in the world in mobile phone shipments in 2014.  Sixteen R&D centers have been set up in the United States, Germany, Sweden, Russia, India, and China. Huawei Consumer Business Group is one of Huawei’s three business units and covers smartphones, mobile broadband devices, home devices and cloud services. Huawei’s global network is built on 20 years of expertise in the telecom industry and is dedicated to delivering the latest technological advances to consumers around the world.

 For more information please visit: http://consumer.huawei.com/th
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