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TAT Collaborates with 40 Organizations to Host the Rural Tourism Awards and OTOP Tourism Awards to Elevate the Thai Local Community Tourism to the Next Level

July 21, 2020, 5:57 am
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TAT is hosting the Rural Tourism Awards and OTOP Tourism Awards to enhance the quality of domestic community tourism, create international-level awareness, promote marketing efforts, build confidence and encourage recognition among different target groups. This is part of a wider effort to elevate local community tourism to the next level. Twenty-five rural tourism villages and 100 OTOP tourism villages have qualified for the final round, which has now been announced.
Ballroom 1, Conrad Hotel, Bangkok: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is collaborating with over 40 organizations, including the Community Development Department, the Department of Cultural Promotion, the Department of Agricultural Extension, the Department of Industrial Promotion, the Cooperative Promotion Department, the Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration (DASTA), Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), the National Village and Urban Community Fund Office, Government Savings Bank, Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives, PTT Global Chemical Company Limited, Pracharath Rak Samakkee (Thailand) Company, as well as public and private universities, tour companies, tourism-related associations, and other organizations working with local communities, to host the Rural Tourism Awards and OTOP Tourism Awards in order to promote and strengthen rural tourism and encourage self-reliance among local Thai people. This is under the government’s sustainability policy to improve the grassroots economy in accordance with national strategies. In the time of the global COVID-19 crisis, the nation’s economy is now in particular need of internal reinforcement.
Mr. Yuthasak Supasorn, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), said “This will be a landmark Rural Tourism Awards, with over 40 public and private organizations and academic institutes working together, starting from today until September 2020. All qualified communities will be evaluated by a knowledgeable committee board. Finally, a vote will be open to tourists to reach unanimous results. The Rural Tourism Awards and the OTOP Tourism Awards will truly bring pride to the communities. Each winning community will receive an honorary plate and public relations support to help with marketing and sales through various media channels, including the world-renowned online platform Airbnb, for tangible results.
 TAT is confident that the competition will motivate these communities to improve their capabilities in terms of tourism, as well as enhance their public image and elevate local community tourism, building confidence among domestic visitors and improving awareness at an international level.”
The “best tourism village competition” consists of two categories: 
1. Rural Tourism Awards – 5 sub-categories
1) Best Creative Experience
2) Best for Agro tourism
3) Best Homestay
4) Best for Responsible Tourism
5) Best for Company Outing
2. OTOP (One Tambon, One Product) Tourism Awards – 5 sub-categories
1) OTOP Tourism Award in Household and Decorative Items
2) OTOP Tourism Awards in Herbal Products
3) OTOP Tourism Awards in Food and Drinks
4) OTOP Tourism Awards in Textile and Clothing
5) OTOP Tourism Awards in Miscellaneous Products

In addition, the villages nominated with the highest votes will also be announced in the event.
•25 rural tourism villages (5 villages per sub-category)  
•100 OTOP tourism villages 
(The list of qualified villages is presented in the attached document)
The judging of both categories will be carried out in the same manner. A board committee consisting of knowledgeable members from all organizations will select 15 finalist communities (3 per sub-category). They will then visit the communities to select the winner, 1st runner-up and 2nd runner-up. Tourists are also invited to vote for the best communities. The winners will be decided based on the committee’s score (70%) and tourist votes (30%).
TAT will host an event to announce and celebrate the winners of the Rural Tourism Awards on 27 September 2020, which is also World Tourism Day. The OTOP Tourism Award winners will be decided and announced in late 2020.
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JustCo Launches Regional PUBG Mobile Championship

July 26, 2020, 4:24 am
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JustCo Launches Regional PUBG Mobile Championship to Foster Deeper Social Connections Within the Growing
E-sports Community Amid COVID-19 Crisis 
In response to the rise of mobile gaming and e-sports in the current pandemic, the JustCo PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) Mobile Championship will create an opportunity for gaming enthusiasts in the region to social interact over a common interest, and foster a stronger sense of community

Bangkok, July 2020– In this era of remote working and isolation where physical interactions are highly reduced, JustCo– the leading co-working company in Asia Pacific organises a virtual PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) Mobile Championship, with over SGD18,000 or approximately THB 400,000 worth of coveted prizes to be won. Happening from 8 – 9 August 2020, the JustCo PUBG Mobile Championship aims to connect mobile gamers within the JustCo community and the larger e-gaming community across Asia Pacific.

Held across Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, South Korea and Taiwan, the JustCo PUBG Mobile Championship will bring together over 120 participating teams to battle it out at the qualifiers on 8 August, where the top 16 teams will enter the final championship on 9 August. Top 3 winning teams will walk away with SGD18,000 worth of attractive prizes including Amazon Gift Cards, Razer Rewards, Alibaba Cloud Credits, JustCo Credits and more. Early bird tickets are available until 31 July; priced at SGD25 per team for JustCo members, and SGD38 per team for public.

“The JustCo PUBG Mobile Championship will offer a great platform for us to connect e-gaming enthusiasts both within and outside of the JustCo community, across Asia Pacific. In a stressful time like this, it’s especially fitting to keep everyone connected virtually through a common interest, which can also be a stress reliever,” said Wimolnit Lertpitakkit, General Manager, JustCo Thailand. 

Since registration for the championship opened, there has been an encouraging level of interest from both JustCo members and the public. One of the first registrants was a JustCo member, who shared his excitement for his first e-gaming competition, and is looking forward to watch and learn the skill shots and strategies from other teams. Some companies have also signed up for their staff, using this as an opportunity for team bonding.

“WorkWell is excited to work with JustCo for our very first PUBG Mobile Championship. JustCo has been our valuable partner thus far, and we have organised many  successful lifestyle and wellness events together. We believe such events boost social interaction and foster a healthier work-life balance for all working adults, especially during such challenging times,” said KimiOh of WorkWell, a workplace wellness strategies consultant. 
Following the success of recent initiatives such as JustCo Campus and JustCo Cares social responsibility campaign, the virtual JustCo PUBG Mobile Championship is organised to further nurture a collaborative culture among members. As a ‘community-first’ co-working company, members can look forward to other upcoming community events, such as In Conversation withForbes 30 Under 30 virtual panel discussion on 27 August 2020, which will bring together young entrepreneurs within the JustCo community, to share about the challenges faced throughout their entrepreneurial journey. 

To find out more about the virtual JustCo PUBG Mobile Championship, kindly click here. 

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About JustCo
Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Singapore, JustCo is Asia Pacific’s leading premium flexible workspace provider. We continually disrupt the status quo and redefine collaborative working.
In our communities, we connect dynamic entrepreneurs, start-ups and large corporations. People are at the heart of what we do, as we create networking events and strategic partnerships for our members and partners to gain insights, collaborate, and help each other. Our passion for customer satisfaction ensures our members find the same JustCo hospitality – comfort and peace of mind – no matter where they are.

We make work better by revolutionising how people work, empowering our ever-growing community with exceptional flexibility, opportunities and experiences.

JustCo Locations
Singapore
Shanghai, China
Jakarta, Indonesia
  1. 6 Raffles Quay
  2. 20 Collyer Quay 
  3. 51 Bras Basah Road
  4. 120 Robinson Road 
  5. Asia Square Tower 2
  6. AXA Tower
  7. The Centrepoint
(Opening 2020)
  1. Cross Street Exchange (formerly known as China Square Central)
  2. MacDonald House 
  3. Manulife Tower
  4. Marina One (East Tower)
  5. Marina One (West Tower)
  6. Marina Square 
  7. OCBC Centre East (Opening 2020)
  8. Ocean Financial Centre (Verizon Innovation Community) 
  9. Samsung Hub (L12)
  10. Samsung Hub (L25)
  11. UIC Building
  12. Westgate Tower 

  1. LL Land Tower
  2. Raffles City Changning 
  3. Wheelock Square 

  1. AIA Central
  2. Sequis Tower 
  3. The Plaza

Bangkok, Thailand
Seoul, South Korea
Melbourne, Australia
  1. AIA Sathorn Tower
  2. Capital Tower, All Seasons Place
  3. Samyan Mitrtown
  4. Amarin Plaza 
  1. Ferrum Tower 
  2. Seoul Finance Centre 
  3. JustCo Tower
  4. The Pinnacle Gangnam 
  5. Concordian 

  1. 15 William Street 
  2. 276 Flinders Street 
  3. 447 Collins Street (Opening in Q3 2020)

Sydney, Australia
Taipei, Taiwan

  1. 60 Margaret Street 
  2. 175 Pitt Street
  1. Hung Tai Financial Plaza 
  2. Minsheng Jianguo 
  3. Dian Shih 

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NEW ROLLS-ROYCE GHOST

July 28, 2020, 11:04 pm
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27th July 2020


Dear Reader,


The launch of a new Rolls-Royce is unquestionably an historic moment. However, presenting a new Ghost carries with it tremendous responsibility. Our new Ghost, which will debut in the Autumn, follows the first ever Goodwood Ghost, which, since its launch in 2009 has become the most successful model in the marque’s 116-year history. Indeed, such was its timeless appeal, it enjoyed a lifespan of more than a decade. A truly remarkable achievement. 


As we reached the final development stages of this our new product, we were faced with the coronavirus pandemic. This invisible enemy cast a grave and stubborn shadow on the world. At Rolls-Royce, we kept our spirits up. With the utmost focus on the wellbeing of our people at the Home of Rolls-Royce in Goodwood, and around the world, we carefully and responsibly continued work on finalising this remarkable motor car. The experience reminded us that Rolls-Royce, with the iconic Spirit of Ecstasy at its prow, has endured with resilience and continues to serve as a symbol of ambition and endeavour.


To create a product that would resonate with our Ghost clients for the next ten years meant that we had to listen very carefully to their demands and desires. And we did so. They told us that they very much enjoyed Ghost’s versatility and breadth of character. It is a car they enjoyed driving themselves – or to be driven in should the occasion call for a chauffeur. They also appreciated the car’s pared-back simplicity, or as they put it, “a slightly smaller, less ostentatious means to own a Rolls-Royce”.  


Going further, our clients expressed an ardent desire for even more minimalism in design. This demand resonated with findings of our Luxury Intelligence Unit and designers at the Home of Rolls-Royce in Goodwood, West Sussex who, for some years had been tracking an emerging contemporary movement within a particular layer of luxury consumers, which included our Ghost clients, and which we called ‘Post Opulence’. We found that these clients are showing a marked tendency towards luxury objects that celebrate reduction and restraint – that don’t shout, but rather, whisper. They are seeking design purity by rejecting obvious and unnecessary embellishments and overt complication. To complement this minimalism, our Ghost clients require innovative but effortless technology and real engineering substance in their car.


Of course, there will always be a place in this world, and at Rolls-Royce, for items and products of opulence that express the very best of human endeavour, inspire greatness and present a sense of theatre and magic. But we at Rolls-Royce remain alert for any signs of a recalibration of need within layers of the global luxury marketplace.


And so, five years ago, we set about the creation of our new Ghost. And such was the task that the only components we deemed fit to carry over were the Spirit of Ecstasy and umbrellas. Everything else is entirely new. The car has been designed, engineered, and crafted from the ground up at our Global Centre of Luxury Manufacturing Excellence in Goodwood, West Sussex, to answer the express wishes and desires of a post-opulent group of clients. 


Ghost is the purest expression of Rolls-Royce yet. It distils the pillars of our brand into a beautiful, minimalist, yet highly complex product that is perfectly in harmony with our Ghost clients’ needs and, I believe, perfectly in tune with the times in which we are all living.   


Rolls-Royce will always continue driving forward. Our company will be neither defined nor limited by the temporary constraints of the times. We will continue planning for a better tomorrow with positivity and hope, striving for perfection and producing powerful symbols that inspire greatness and ambition. 


In this spirit, we invite you to experience our new Ghost in the next few months. More details of this historic moment will follow over the coming weeks, beginning with a series of four beautiful animations, detailing rare insights into the lifestyles and behaviour of our Ghost client layer, and the tremendous technical substance underpinning what we believe is the most sublime expression of Rolls-Royce yet. These informative pieces will culminate in a fully digital debut of new Ghost to be followed by numerous client, media and public events around the world.  


Thank you.  


Stay Safe and Keep Your Spirits Up!


Torsten Müller-Ötvös
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‘Phuket…Ded Tang Koh’ A stimulus campaign between Phuket Tourist Association and TAT

July 31, 2020, 11:50 am
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Over 30 travel operators offering special deals to boost Phuket travel for H2/2020  
July 30 – August 2, 2020 at Parc Paragon, Siam Paragon Bangkok
Bangkok, 30 July 2020 – Phuket Tourist Association under the support of Phuket Provincial Administrative Organization together with Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) launch ‘Phuket…Ded Tang Koh’ (ภูเก็ต...เด็ดทั้งเกาะ) with aim to boost domestic tourism and to support tourism entrepreneurs after huge impact from the pandemic of COVID-19. More than 30 local tourism businesses including hotels & resorts, tour operators and other tourism businesses are offering special promotions from various tourism products and services held during July 30 – August 2, 2020 at Parc Paragon, Siam Paragon, Bangkok. Phuket Tourist Association is also revealing the details and lined up activities under the so-called ‘Phuket Model for Thai Tourism to Survive’ project believed to help boost confidence among travellers and stimulate domestic travel. 
Mr. Bhummikitti Raktaengam, President of Phuket Tourist Association says that Phuket has zero new COVID-19 cases for more than 60 consecutive days and has been able to control the spread efficiently. After the lockdown has been lifted and Phuket Airport reopened to domestic flights since mid June, we have witnessed a slight bounce back in local travelling. Currently, there are 5 domestic airlines operating flights to Phuket; 12 daily flights from Bangkok, Koh Samui, Chiang Rai and U-Tapao. We expect that other flights from Udon Thani and Chiang Mai will resume very soon.  
https://web.facebook.com/watch/live/?v=277631506864362
Phuket’s economy undoubtedly relies on tourism especially from overseas tourists. We have welcomed over 14.4 million tourists in 2019; 10 million overseas tourists and 4 million Thais with overall revenue from tourism reaching 480 billion Baht.  However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Phuket’s economy has been dramatically affected and devastated. Therefore, we are working closely with the government, local officials and private sectors to develop stimulus plans and projects to help over thousands of local businesses in Phuket survive. The earliest period we anticipate everything to come back to normal is Mid 2021”, said Mr Bhummikitti.  
The ‘Phuket…Ded Tang Koh’ fair is inspired by our new campaign concept ‘เจ็ดทีเด็ด...Phuket Only’ aiming to drive local businesses and offering consumers with variety of products and services. We will be hosting a series of attractive and fun activities during H2/2020 highlighting Phuket’s Seven Bests; sight-seeing, sea, food, music, culture, souvenirs and promotions, creating new WOWs for Thai and Expat travellers. At the fair, Phuket operators such as hotels, excursions and tours are offering special deals, vouchers and packages at a very competitive price. 
Mr. Narong Woonchiew, Phuket Governor says the pandemic of COVID 19 has undoubtedly affected Phuket and its economy tremendously. Phuket Economy mainly relied on Tourism, especially International Tourists. It is believed that Phuket has suffered economic loss roughly 1.6 billion Baht from quarter 1 and 2 combined. The loss will be unavoidably accumulated if Phuket still cannot open for International Tourists in some forms.  It is urgent for both public and private sectors in Phuket to create a new game plan, to stimulate local economy and to attract domestic travellers to visit Phuket. 
https://web.facebook.com/watch/live/?v=996422910817175

The event of ‘Phuket… Ded Tang Koh (Wow! Phuket)’ is created from great cooperation from Phuket Province, Phuket Administrative Organization, Tourism Authority of Thailand and Phuket Tourist Association, to offer domestic travellers great and amazing deals from hotel, resorts, tour operators and many more. We also create series of events and activities from August to December 2020 to meet with traveler’s interests and lifestyles. 
The Event Phuket has prepared and make announcement is Phuket Tastival Seafood & Gastronomy : หรอยริมเล เฟสติวัล commencing on 15-17 August until September with series of weekend activities along the beaches of Rawai, Patong, Ao Chalong, Old Town Phuket and Choeng Thalay reinforcing Phuket’s recognition as one of the world’s best culinary creative city listed by UNESCO. 
In addition, Phuket will host music event called ‘Plern Rim Lay’ Festival, an on-the-beach new normal-style music festival starring Phuket-born singers such as Gam-The Star, Non-The Voice and Chaleng Sam Fay (from famous local band Cha-Leang) at Sapanhin, Phuket City.  

Mr. Noppadon Pakprot  Deputy Governor for Domestic Marketing of Tourism Authority of Thailand says Phuket has become such one of the important tourism destinations in Thailand. The event of ‘Phuket… Ded Tang Koh’ (Wow! Phuket) will offer great opportunities for Thai and Expat travellers to meet new travelling experiences. Phuket has such perfect combination of international standard with unique tourism products and services such as Michelin-awards restaurants, most spectacular view and varieties of activities.

TAT will also take part of Phuket Tastival Seafood & Gastronomy: Rhoy Lim Lay Festival (Delicious by the Sea) by organizing Amazing Thai Taste Festival at old town from September 12th-13th, 2020.
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3 Essential Considerations When Modernizing the Safety System of Industrial Facilities

August 13, 2020, 2:02 am
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Friedhelm Best, VP Asia Pacific, HIMA
As countries in Asia start to ease restrictions and more businesses return to operation in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, industrial plant operators are strategizing a return to normality in the midst of changes. Hygiene is top of mind for all businesses today, to protect the safety of workers and customers. 

However, for businesses such as plant operators, functional safety needs to be assured at all times; even as new hygiene-related safety measures are adhered to. 


As workers re-enter industrial facilities, routine activities such as planning a system modernization – likely placed on hold during the pandemic – re-enter the frame. This task requires careful consideration, especially where mandatory process industry standards, potential downtime, and soliciting service providers are involved.


What are the key considerations for ensuring that the Safety Instrumented System (SIS) of your facilities is always up to the task; can your SIS effectively monitor dangerous conditions in a plant operation unit, and take actions when a dangerous condition occurs?  


1. Conform to Standards
Standards conformity is an ongoing consideration for plant operators, not only when considering SIS modernization or modification. Functional safety norms can provide legal certainty in case of liability cases and serve as guidelines for best practices during the system lifecycle.


IEC 61511 Edition 2 mandates periodical security risk assessments, qualified staff for the entire plant lifecycle, regular assessment and refresh of qualifications and cybersecurity measures to identify any security vulnerabilities. This can reveal discrepancies in systems and highlight where modernization is necessary.  


When planning an SIS modernization or modification, companies must ensure that the upgraded hardware or software will adhere to the relevant standards. If there are discrepancies but the system is installed anyway, a plant’s operating license could be affected, and penalties could be incurred.


When new technologies, such as a programmable safety system is introduced, new risks and measures may come into play. It is important to ascertain whether the risk level has changed because of conversion or replacement.


For a company to prove that the SIS was IEC 61511-compliant through installation and operation, then all relevant safety and maintenance documentation will be provided by the plant operator. This includes materials to record data and document incidents.


HIMA recommends using a SIL 3-certified system for replacing and implementing a system procedure according to IEC 61511. This ensures specifications are as they should be, and functional tests of the changed equipment can be carried out.


2. Avoid Lengthy Downtime
With any modernization process, downtime is a possibility. In large-scale industrial applications, and the greater the technological leap, the longer the downtime. We recommend always planning for the long term, using compatible products, and preparing iterative shutdowns carefully.


To minimize downtime, operators should make sure technology is current, as updated versions may include bug fixes and enhancements which lead to a more fortified safety system.


HIMA engineering tools and new versions of our operating systems can be implemented without halting production. If you use interconnected systems, Our solutions allow you to replace them at any time, and the old system can safely communicate with the new one.


3. Get the Right Assistance
Modernization requires expertise. With so much to think about, support from impartial engineers and consultants presents the best chance of a smooth and efficient process. 

For example, starting with the SIS itself: do your periodical reviews reveal which devices are still in use? Do you know how long they have been in use? What are the critical requirements and initial steps in the process? If you struggle to answer any of the above, seek external support.


Finding experts who can assist a seamless and compatible transition can help keep downtime to a minimum. Some technologies enable online troubleshooting and installation, reducing downtime even further.
Set Course for Future-Proof Production

For years, different industrial sectors have digitally transformed their processes. The coronavirus pandemic has only served to catalyze the move. Always remember that conformity is king in critical industries. Staying current on all standards will put you in good stead for whatever modernization process is decided on. Compile all of the documentation related to your existing systems and develop a concrete, compliant strategy to reach your end goals.
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BGRIM bucks the trend with 62.5% surge in Q2 profit with interim payment of 0.15 baht per share

August 13, 2020, 7:55 pm
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   B.Grimm Power Plc (BGRIM) has bucked the trend of economic downturn caused by the Covid-19 pandemic with a robust 62.5% rise in the second-quarter net profit.
  The SET-listed private power producer posted 1,017  million baht in the net profit for April-June 2020, fuelled by the continuous expansion of its production capacity and an increase in industrial customers, said Preeyanart Soontornwata, Chief Executive Officer of BGRIM.
  The net profit attributable to the parent company is 1,017 million baht increase 62.5% from the same period last year, while the normalised net  profit is amounted to 1,102 million baht with 674 million baht being attributable to the parent firm, a 17.2% growth from the same period last year. 
  BGRIM's Board of Directors has therefore approved an interim dividend payment of 0.15 baht per share for the first half of the year.
  Mrs Preeyanart said BGRIM's financial position has remained strong as the company has since last year commenced four new power plants and two SPP co-generation acquired through acquisitions to its total installed generation portfolio which grew to 3,019 MW in the mid-2020.
  The two co-generation projects acquired are the B.Grimm Power (AIE-MTP), formerly known as SPP 1, and Ang Thong Power Project.
  BGRIM has also seen an increase in power purchase from its new industrial clients, who committed to 25 MW supplies last year and another 15 MW in the first half of this year.
  Meanwhile, the continued improvement of power plant efficiency has contributed to BGRIM's bottom line.
  The second half of 2020 will see new industrial customers gradually connecting their systems with BGRIM's grids.
  The power purchase from existing industrial clients is expected to ramp up in the period as reflected by the 17% rise in their electricity consumption in July this year as compared to the monthly average level recorded in the second quarter of this year.
  The trend towards the declining price of natural gas will benefit BGRIM’s SPP projects, starting with a 8% gas-price reduction in July from average price in the second quarter while PTT projected that SPP gas price per unit would continually decline in the rest of the year.
 At the same time, construction of BGRIM power projects has forged ahead with the 39-MW Ray Power solar project in Cambodia and the Bo Thong Wind Farm 1 & 2 with an installed capacity of 16 MW, are due for commercial operation between the fourth quarter of this year and first quarter of 2021.
  These and a number of project under due diligent and study processes will ensure stable and sustainable growth to fulfill BGRIM's target to raise its total installed capacity from both operating and committed projects to 5,000 MW by 2022 .
  BGRIM has been able to reinforce its success with numerous awards.
  In June this year, the company was selected as a member of the 'FTSE4Good Indexes Series' by the FTSE Russell, the UK-based global index, data and analytics provider, to  reflect BGRIM's outstanding performance on the environment, social and governance (ESG) in the global scale.
  In July 2020, the company received three awards from the 'Institutional Investor Corporate Awards 2020' organised by the Alpha Southeast Asia.
 These awards include the 'Strongest Adherence to Corporate Governance,''Most Organised Investor Relations' and 'Most Consistent Dividend Policy.'
 BGRIM's Board of Directors has approved an interim dividend payment of 0.15 baht per share. The list of shareholders eligible for receiving the interim dividend (Record Date) is scheduled  on August 31,2020 and payment is made on September 11, 2020.
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JustCo Launches Regional PUBG Mobile Championship with Free Registration to Allow a Larger Community to Foster Social Connections Amid COVID-19 Crisis

August 17, 2020, 10:06 am
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In response to the rise of mobile gaming and e-sports in the current pandemic, the JustCo PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) Mobile Championship will create an opportunity for e-sports enthusiasts to foster a strong sense of community, and for companies to drive team bonding



BANGKOK, August 2020– JustCo, the leading co-working company in Asia Pacific has rescheduled its PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) Mobile Championship to 12 – 13 September 2020, following multiple requests from members and public for more time to form and organise their competing teams. In the spirit of helping the community in this tough period, JustCo has also decided to waive the registration fee, allowing more e-gaming enthusiasts to participate and connect across the region.

Held across Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, South Korea and Taiwan, there is more than SGD18,000 (approx. THB 400,000) worth of coveted prizes to be won. The JustCo PUBG Mobile Championship will bring together over 120 participating teams to battle at the qualifiers on 12 September, where the top 16 teams will enter the final championship on 13 September. Top 3 winning teams will walk away with attractive prizes including Amazon Gift Cards, Razer Rewards, Alibaba Cloud Credits, JustCo Credits and more. 

“By extending the registration period to September and making the tournament free for everyone, we make it more accessible for e-gamers to participate and social interact over a common interest. This is also a good opportunity for companies to sign up their staff for a team bonding activity, bringing about the joys of working and playing together. In this era where physical interactions are highly reduced, JustCo PUBG Mobile Championship will allow the community to stay connected and seek the much needed respite after working from home for a prolonged period,” says Wimolnit Lertpitakkit, General Manager, JustCo Thailand. 

The COVID-19 crisis has accelerated existing trends in the e-sports industry as gamers seek engagement and connections via a common interest. Video game developer PUBG Mobile is excited to support JustCo in organising the JustCo PUBG Mobile Championship – sharing the same belief that e-gaming can help to mitigate the negative effects on mental health during this period of isolation. It is especially timely now to bring e-gaming into play to encourage everyone to socialise virtually.

JustCo has seen an encouraging level of interest from both members and public ever since registration for the championship opened. Companies have also signed up for their staff, using this as an opportunity for team bonding to improve staff cohesion and morale. For individuals who are unable to find teams on their own, JustCo will also help in matching them with fellow gamers within the community. 



“WorkWell is excited to work with JustCo for our very first PUBG Mobile Championship. JustCo has been our valuable partner thus far, and we have organised many  successful lifestyle and wellness events together. We believe such events boost social interaction and foster a healthier work-life balance for all working adults, especially during such challenging times,” said Kimi Oh of WorkWell, a workplace wellness strategies consultant. 

Following the success of recent initiatives such as JustCo Campus and JustCo Cares social responsibility campaign, the virtual JustCo PUBG Mobile Championship is organised to further nurture a collaborative culture among members. As a ‘community-first’ co-working company, members can look forward to other upcoming community events, such as an engaging virtual panel discussion – In Conversation with Inspiring Entrepreneurs on 27 August 2020, which will bring together young entrepreneurs within the JustCo community, to share about the challenges faced throughout their entrepreneurial journey. 

To find out more about the virtual JustCo PUBG Mobile Championship, kindly click here. 

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About JustCo
Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Singapore, JustCo is Asia Pacific’s leading
premium flexible workspace provider. We continually disrupt the status quo and
redefine collaborative working.

In our communities, we connect dynamic entrepreneurs, start-ups and large

corporations. People are at the heart of what we do, as we create networking events
and strategic partnerships for our members and partners to gain insights, collaborate,
and help each other. Our passion for customer satisfaction ensures our members find
the same JustCo hospitality – comfort and peace of mind – no matter where they are.

We make work better by revolutionising how people work, empowering our ever-growing community with exceptional flexibility, opportunities and experiences.



JustCo Locations
Singapore
Shanghai, China
Jakarta, Indonesia
  1. 6 Raffles Quay
  2. 20 Collyer Quay 
  3. 51 Bras Basah Road
  4. 120 Robinson Road 
  5. Asia Square Tower 2
  6. AXA Tower
  7. The Centrepoint
(Opening 2020)
  1. Cross Street Exchange (formerly known as China Square Central)
  2. MacDonald House 
  3. Manulife Tower
  4. Marina One (East Tower)
  5. Marina One (West Tower)
  6. Marina Square 
  7. OCBC Centre East (Opening 2020)
  8. Ocean Financial Centre (Verizon Innovation Community) 
  9. Samsung Hub (L12)
  10. Samsung Hub (L25)
  11. UIC Building
  12. Westgate Tower 

  1. LL Land Tower
  2. Raffles City Changning 
  3. Wheelock Square 

  1. AIA Central
  2. Sequis Tower 
  3. The Plaza

Bangkok, Thailand
Seoul, South Korea
Melbourne, Australia
  1. AIA Sathorn Tower
  2. Capital Tower, All Seasons Place
  3. Samyan Mitrtown
  4. Amarin Plaza 
  1. Ferrum Tower 
  2. Seoul Finance Centre 
  3. JustCo Tower
  4. The Pinnacle Gangnam 
  5. Concordian 

  1. 15 William Street 
  2. 276 Flinders Street 
  3. 447 Collins Street (Opening in Q3 2020)

Sydney, Australia
Taipei, Taiwan

  1. 60 Margaret Street 
  2. 175 Pitt Street
  1. Hung Tai Financial Plaza 
  2. Minsheng Jianguo 
  3. Dian Shih 


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PTTEP supports Chulalongkorn University for the development of mask protecting spray Enhances the efficiency of protection against dust and viruses

August 21, 2020, 9:00 pm
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Mr.Phongsthorn Thavisin (4th from left), President and Chief Executive Officer of PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (PTTEP), donated 1 million baht toProfessor Bundhit Eua-arporn, Ph.D. (5th from right), President of Chulalongkorn University to support “Shield+ Mask Protecting Spray for preventing dust and viruses” project. The development of the Mask Protecting Spray helps increase the efficiency of fabric masks and provides additional prevention against dust and viruses. The donation ceremony was recently held at Energy Complex Building, Bangkok.
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The information, statements, forecasts and projections contained herein reflect the Company’s current views with respect to future events and financial performance.   These views are based on assumptions subject to various risks.   No assurance is given that these future events will occur, or that the Company’s future assumptions are correct. Actual results may differ materially from those projected.
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NETWORK AS A SERVICE ADOPTION TO ACCELERATE BY 38% WITHIN THE NEXT TWO YEARS AS BUSINESSES ADAPT TO COVID-19

August 21, 2020, 9:28 pm
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  • 74% of organizations reported moderate to significant impact to their employees due to the pandemicI
  • In response to COVID-19, 38% of IT leaders plan to increase their investment in cloud-based networking, and 35% in AI-based networking, as they seek more agile, automated infrastructures for hybrid work environments
SINGAPORE — August 14, 2020— Businesses will experience profound changes as employees’ transition to hybrid work environments following COVID-19, in turn changing the way IT teams procure and consume networking solutions. In response to the pandemic, IT leaders are now investing more in cloud-based, analytics and assurance, edge compute and AI-powered networking technologies as business recovery plans take shape. That’s according to a global survey of 2,400 IT decision-makers (ITDMs) commissioned by Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company.
As IT leaders respond to the challenges associated with enabling a highly distributed workforce and the emergence of the hybrid workplace – with people needing to move seamlessly between working on campus, at home and on the road – they are looking to evolve their network infrastructure and shift away from CapEx investments towards solutions consumed ‘as a service’. The average proportion of IT services consumed via subscription will accelerate by 38% in the next two years, from 34% of the total today to 46% in 2022 globally, whereas from 35% to 48% in APAC, and the share of organizations that consume a majority (over 50%) of their IT solutions ‘as a service’ will increase by approximately 72% in that time both globally and in APAC. 
“With the emergence of the hybrid workplace, IT leaders in Singapore are being asked to deliver a delicate balance between flexibility, security and affordability at the edge,” said Justin Chiah, Senior Director, South East Asia, Taiwan and Hong Kong/Macau (SEATH), for Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company. “It has become increasingly clear that to support these new needs, IT decision-makers are attracted to the reduced risk and cost advantages offered by a subscription model. While 85% of organizations surveyed in Singapore (77% for global) have delayed or postponed projects because of COVID-19, businesses remain resilient and are already looking for ways to remain agile, as seen from their increased investment in cloud-based networking (38%), analytics and assurance (42%), edge compute (40%) and AI-based networking technology (28%).”
The report, which surveyed ITDMs in over 20 countries and eight key industries, looked at how they have responded to IT and business demands in the wake of COVID-19, what investment decisions are being made as a result, and the consumption models now being considered. A number of key findings stood out:
IMPACT OF COVID-19 HAS SIGNIFICANT IMPLICATIONS
ITDMs reported that the impact of COVID-19 has been significant both on their employees and short-term network investments:
  • 22% describing the impact on their employees as ‘significant’ (widespread furlough or layoffs), while 52% considered it ‘moderate’ (temporary reductions in some functions), and 19% ‘low’ (very few jobs impacted).
  • ITDMs in India (57%) and Brazil (34%) were most likely to cite a significant impact on their employees, while those in Hong Kong (12%) and Mexico (10%) reported the least, highlighting a massive swing in experiences between regions.
  • 78% in APAC markets said that investments in networking projects had been postponed or delayed since the onset of COVID-19, and 27% indicated that projects had been cancelled altogether. 
  • Project cancellations across APAC markets were highest in India (37%) and lowest in Australia (17%), showing there are also significant disparities between countries within the same region, while 37% of ITDMs in education and 35% in hotels and hospitality globally said they have had to cancel network investments.
THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT: INVESTING FOR EMERGING NEEDS
By contrast, future plans are aggressive, with the vast majority of ITDMs are planning to maintain or increase their networking investments in light of COVID-19, as they work to support the new needs of their employees and customers.
  • An astounding 38% globally will increase their investment in cloud-based networking, with 45% maintaining the same level and 15% scaling back. The APAC region was the global leader with 45% stating an increased investment in cloud-based networking, rising to 59% among ITDMs in India. With cloud solutions allowing for remote network management at large scale, these capabilities are particularly enticing for IT teams when being on-premises is not possible or challenging. 
  • ITDMs are also seeking improved tools for network monitoring and insight, with 34% globally planning to increase their investment in analytics and assurance, 48% indicating that they will maintain their level of investment and 15% reducing it. This allows IT organizations to troubleshoot and fine-tune the network more efficiently, as demands on it are augmented by a distributed workforce.  
  • There is also an emphasis on innovative technologies that simplify the lives of IT teams by automating repetitive tasks. We found 35% of ITDMs globally are planning to increase their investment in AI-based networking technologies, with the APAC region leading the charge at 44% (including 60% of ITDMs in India and 54% in Hong Kong).
ADOPTION OF NEW CONSUMPTION MODELS IS ACCELERATING
As ITDMs shape their investment plans, they are looking at alternative modes of consumption to achieve the best balance of value and flexibility.
  • 59% in Singapore say that they will explore new subscription models for hardware and/or software, 61% managed services for turnkey hardware/software and 34% financial leasing – all as a result of the impact of COVID-19. This reflects the increased need for more financially flexible models in a challenging environment. 
  • Networking subscription models are more popular in APAC (61%) than in the Americas (52%) or EMEA (50%), and at a country level the highest demands are in Turkey (73%), India (70%) and China (65%). 
  • The industries most likely to be considering the subscription model are hotels/hospitality (66%), technology and telecom (58%) and education (57%). The impact of COVID-19 on IT behavior has made the desire for flexibility and predictability in spending, while reducing risk from initial capital costs, greater than before. 
  • In stark contrast, just 8% globally plan to continue with only CapEx investments, though the proportion is higher in the Netherlands (20%), US (17%), Spain (16%) and France (15%). Across industries, 15% in retail, distribution and transport will continue to focus solely on CapEx investments, versus just 5% in IT, tech, education and telecoms, and 2% in hotels and hospitality. 
“With the needs of customers and employees have changed so comprehensively in recent months, it’s no surprise to see IT leaders seeking more flexible solutions,” says Chiah. “They are pushed to adapt fast and ensure that more complex, distributed networks can securely support the experiences users’ demand. The need for agility and flexibility in network management is now greater than ever. From the global survey, it shows that 58% of ITDMs in APAC region would explore managed service solutions – higher than the global average of 53%, which is a reflection of how the positive outlook that the APAC businesses have.”
While the pandemic has clearly impacted ongoing projects at varying degrees, this research suggests these impacts will also catalyze medium-term investment into advancing networking technologies, and a shift to more flexible models of consumption that limit up-front capital demands. Trends that were already taking hold will now accelerate, including the move to the Edge and the adoption of cloud-based and AI-driven intelligent networks.
To find more about Aruba’s flexible IT solutions go to: https://www.arubanetworks.com/solutions/technology-solutions/
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About Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company
Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, is a leading provider of next-generation networking solutions for enterprises of all sizes worldwide. The company delivers IT solutions that empower organizations to serve the latest generation of mobile-savvy users who rely on cloud-based business apps for every aspect of their work and personal lives.
To learn more, visit Aruba at http://www.arubanetworks.com/sea. For real-time news updates follow Aruba on Twitter and Facebook, and for the latest technical discussions on mobility and Aruba products visit Airheads Social at http://community.arubanetworks.com/ 


About Vanson Bourne
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Leap Solutions Achieved ISO/IEC-27701: PIMS, the first in Thailand

August 26, 2020, 8:45 am
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To emphasize the stability and security of cloud service
Leap Solutions Asia (LSA) has completed certification of data privacy management system ISO/IEC- 27701.  Leap Solutions is a leading Thailand Cloud Computing services provider, and a part of the TCC Technology Group.  This control subject scope overlaps with that of information security and the Thai Personal Data Protection Act 2019 (PDPA).

“I would like to thank all teams for their support.  Leap Solutions takes personal data protection matters very seriously, whether the data belongs to staff, clients, or partners. This ISO/IEC-27701:2019 certification guarantees our effective personal data management, helping us meet clients’ needs. This also relates to conforming with the recent PDPA Privacy Act,” said Nacharie Rujirat, Managing Director, Leap Solutions Asia (LSA).

ISO/IEC-27701 (PIMS: Personal Information Management System) is partially derived from ISO-27001 (ISMS: Information Security Management System).  Since the ISO organization has announced this new standard, Leap Solutions is the only local cloud service provider in Thailand to be able to achieve this certification.  This relates in part to readiness for Personal Data Protection Act compliance, and it ties to building secured standard services for customers and partners.

About Leap Solutions Asia Co., Ltd. (LSA)
Leap Solutions Asia (LSA) was established in 2016 as a joint venture between T.C.C. Technology Co., Ltd. (TCCtech), Thailand’s leading technology solutions partner, and Internet Initiative Japan Inc. (IIJ), Japan’s Tier 1 ISP and leading Enterprise Cloud services provider.    
Leap Solutions Asia’s primary mission is to be the leading Cloud Servicer Provider on Thailand providing industry competitive cloud solutions to our Clients. Leap Solutions Asia has developed a highly reliable, flexible and competitive Cloud platform branded as “Leap GIO Cloud”, a cloud platform which can be easily deployed in either Public or Private Cloud environment.

About TCC Technology Group  
TCC Technology Group is a Technology Solutions Partner, aiming to address customers’ requirements with Best Value Solutions through Neutral & Trusted Facilities. These are certified under ISO27001, supported by a Secure Cloud Platform (certified under CSA STAR and PCI DSS), supported by Strong Connectivity, and managed by Experienced Professionals. TCC Technology Group consists of T.C.C. 
Technology Co., Ltd. (TCCtech), Leap Solutions Asia Co., Ltd. (LSA) and Shinasub Co., Ltd. (SNS). This power of Synergies among companies under TCC Conglomerates and Global Strategic Partners enhances continuous growth and commitment towards sustainability. For more details, please visit https://www.tcc-technology.com/en
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Invitation for Silver Age Tourists to Visit Small Rural Villages as part of the Campaign “Our Lovely Countryside: Silver Age 5.0”

August 31, 2020, 10:47 am
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Mayfair Ballroom AB, 11th floor, The Berkeley Pratunam - Department of Cultural Promotion, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited, Thai Smile Airways and Thai Air Asia have launched the campaign “Our Lovely Countryside: Silver Age 5.0” to promote 16 creative cultural communities for the silver age group, inviting influencers from various industries to help promote select communities around Thailand, allowing them prepare to accommodate Thai and foreign silver age tourists.
Ms. Archaraporn Pongchavee, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Cultural Promotion, Ministry of Culture said, “The Department of Cultural Promotion has collaborated with Thailand Village Academy Season 2 in selecting cultural learning sites in various communities with the aim of helping to prepare them, ready to cater to silver age tourists. Activities and food experiences comprising signature regional dishes, desserts and drinks have been tailor-made to suit the needs of the silver age group with the aim of encouraging them to visit parts of rural Thailand and enjoy memorable experiences. A total of 16 cultural tourism communities have been improved and enhanced to meet the needs of “silver age” tourists, including:
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1)Dong Yen Agricultural Enterprise Community, Suphan Buri
2)Ban Rim Klong Homestay Community, Samut Songkram
3)Laem Pak Bia Community (Ban Don Nai), Petchaburi
4)Takhiantia Community, Chonburi
5)Ban Talay Noi Rayong Hi Tourism Community, Rayong
6)Prasae Homestay Tourism Community Enterprise, Rayong
7)Ban Kok Mueang Community, Buriram
8)Kemmarat Mae Khong Tourism Community Enterprise, Ubon Ratchathani
9)Silapetch Homestay, Nan
10)Pang Ha Homestay Community, Chiang Rai
11)Ban Ta Kan Tong Homestay, Chiang Rai
12)Mueang Luang Nuea Tai Lue Community, Chiang Mai
13)Leeled Ecotourism Community, Surat Thani
14)Ban Laem Mangrove Forest Conservational Enterprise (Ban Na Tab), Nakorn Sri Thammarat
15)Tung Yee Peng Ecotourism Community Enterprise, Krabi
16)Tamod Tourist Homestay Community Enterprise, Phattalung
Mr. Noppadon Pakprot, Deputy Governor for Domestic Marketing of Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), said that “The silver age group is the most powerful tourist group today. They tend to enjoy traveling and participating in rewarding, fun activities. They are interested in experiencing local culture, traditional food, nature, and the countryside atmosphere; these valuable aspects of travel remind us all, but particularly this age group, of joyous childhood memories. As part of the campaign “Our Lovely Countryside”, groups of “silver age” tourists from various industries were invited to take part in the campaign by visiting and promoting the communities.
Ms. Piyaman Tejapaibul, Honorary President of Thailand Tourism Council and Tourism Authority of Thailand Committee, a silver age group representative, said “Traveling brings us new experiences that we can share with our friends. And those experiences, in turn, bring value and vitality to our lives. It is also really rewarding to help these communities. I would encourage all “silver age” tourists to explore the country more as part of this campaign.”
Ms. Charita Leelayudth, Chief Executive Officer of Thai Smile Airways and a silver age group representative said, “This age group generally has some experience of seeing the world – and are eager to see more. Now, we would like them to explore Thai communities by visiting and experiencing their unique cultures. These amazing trips can help revitalize lives.”
Ms. Anchalee Charasyosvuthichai, Executive Vice President Sector Head Transaction Banking Sales and Products Sector of Krungthai Bank Company Limited (Public Company) and a silver age representative said, “There is a great variety in terms of community tourism – and plenty of things I, myself, have never seen or experienced before. The locals are just lovely, and everybody in these communities are passionate about welcoming into their homes. It’s a fantastic way of seeing a different side of Thailand.”
Mr. Pitsanu Sawangnetra, Management of Mahabhirom Company Limited (Villa Mahabhirom Hotel, Chiangmai), a silver age representative said, “When we think about the countryside, we often think of something that has perhaps fallen behind the time, but in the campaign “Our Lovely Countryside”, we realized that the countryside is just full of love. And if you visit the Thai countryside, you will definitely feel loved.”
Mr. Suthipong Suriya, founder of the Life Community Museum in Buengkan and a silver age representative said, “The communities are genuinely lovely, and they know how to make simple, everyday things more appealing – from nature, to the food and people. I am happy to invite you to visit these communities and I’m sure that you’ll fall in love with them, just like I did.”
The campaign “Our Lovely Countryside” has received support from various online platforms targeting silver age groups in terms of advertisement, such as Forever young.asia, CountUp.life, Silver Journey, Journey D, Wongnai.travel, Giant Gogo, Gler, tour operators for the silver age group and leading airways such as Thai Smile Airways, Thai Air Asia, Bangkok Airways, Adely Company Limited, Udachi Company Limited, Find Folk Company Limited, Friday Trip Company Limited, Matichon Academy Company Limited, Bangkok Airtour (1988) Company Limited, and Bangkok Travel Club Company Limited who have helped promote the programs for silver age visitors in all 16 communities.
We would now like to invite all silver age tourists to visit the small “countryside” villages and experience a simple, happy, and tranquil way of life. See the locals take care of their orchards and fields, learn how to weave clothes, and chill out with some tasty coffee among the green fields. And of course, at the end of the day, you can enjoy delicious home-cooked meals with your favorite group of friends. In fact, you might fall in love with the countryside lifestyle so much that you won’t want to go back home!”
Book your countryside trip at www.ชนบทที่รัก.com
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LANXESS to launch first online Virtual Day

September 15, 2020, 8:47 pm
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Shanghai, September 14, 2020 — German specialty chemicals company LANXESS will launch on September 15-17 its first-ever online Virtual Day under the theme of “Creating value with partners.” The event is focused on the Asia-Pacific region and will create a platform  to communicate with customers and partners and promote latest products and solutions.
“This virtual trade fair is our answer to the frequent cancellation of traditional trade shows in the wake of the novel coronavirus pandemic,” Ming Cheng Chien, President LANXESS Asia-Pacific Region, said. “The very satisfactory response in registrations so far shows that our customers are on board with this new format. We look forward to welcoming them to a vibrant and interactive virtual event.”
Virtual Day revolves around a comprehensive 3-day agenda of 56 online seminars held in English, Chinese and Japanese. Experts from LANXESS will showcase new products, new processes and new technology for a broad range of industries including new mobility, rubber and plastics, construction, coatings, E&E, metal working, water treatment and personal care. 
The event also features an interactive 3D exhibition online booth to ensure that participants gain immersive experience. By taking a virtual walk through the 720 degree booth, visitors can get detailed information on latest exhibits and  solutions. A download center with brochures and videos complements the comprehensive offering.
Solutions for key industries
With long-term confidence in the prospects of the electric vehicle market, LANXESS is ready to display its wide range of new products dedicated to the New Mobility sector, such as Durethan high-performance lightweight plastics or Lewatit ion exchange resins, which have long been proven in the extraction and production of metals that are key cathode materials for electric vehicle batteries today.
LANXESS will also demonstrate and explore solutions serving the construction industry, such as polymerized flame retardants and inorganic pigments produced with environmental processes.
With more efforts planned for the development of consumer protection products, LANXESS also seeks to showcase its high performance active ingredient of insect repellent Saltidin® and unique solutions for personal care products during the event.

About LANXESS
LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 6.8 billion in 2019. The company currently has about 14,300 employees in 33 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives, specialty chemicals and plastics. LANXESS is listed in the leading sustainability indices Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI World and Europe) and FTSE4Good.


LANXESS China
On January 31, 2005, the company was initially listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and LANXESS Chemical (China) Co., Ltd. officially started operations. LANXESS has 15 subsidiaries, 7 R&D centers and 8 production sites with around 1,500 employees in Greater China. LANXESS works closely with its local partners to develop market-oriented solutions that meet local market needs.


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.


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TCC Technology Group has Organized Townhall With an aspiration to be Trusted Technology Solutions Partne

September 16, 2020, 3:15 am
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On September 10th, 2020, TCC Technology Group, led by T.C.C. Technology Co., Ltd (TCCtech) has organized the Townhall in the form of Hybrid Meeting by using collaboration tool to connect with staff who are located in different areas. This special event was started by welcome speech from Voradis Vinyaratn, Executive Director and Teerapan Luengnaruemitchai, Managing Director of T.C.C. Technology Co., Ltd (TCCtech)
Furthermore, Pipit Jariyavattanavijit, Deputy Managing Director Commercial and Operations, together with management team has promoted the vision to get closer to customer business in order to accelerate the “Trusted Technology Solutions Partner” by using the strategy called “build on top”.  
However, the importance thing that the TCC Technology Group foresees is to continuously develop staff skills and knowledge in accordance to business direction.

About TCC Technology Group  
TCC Technology Group is a Technology Solutions Partner, aiming to address customers’ requirements with Best Value Solutions through Neutral & Trusted Facilities. These are certified under ISO27001, supported by a Secure Cloud Platform (certified under CSA STAR and PCI DSS), supported by Strong Connectivity, and managed by Experienced Professionals. TCC Technology Group consists of T.C.C. 

Technology Co., Ltd. (TCCtech), Leap Solutions Asia Co., Ltd. (LSA) and Shinasub Co., Ltd. (SNS). This power of Synergies among companies under TCC Conglomerates and Global Strategic Partners enhances continuous growth and commitment towards sustainability. For more details, please visit https://www.tcc-technology.com/en
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GIT to host the “International Chanthaburi Gems and Jewellery Festival 2020”

September 23, 2020, 4:35 am
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The Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (Public Organisation) or GIT together with Chanthaburi Provincial Administrative Organisation, Chanthaburi Gem and Jewelry Traders Association and Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) have announced their readiness to organise the second “International Chanthaburi Gems and Jewellery Festival 2020”, following an unexpectedly positive response. It will be held on 18-22 December 2020 at The Chanthaburi Gem and Jewellery Center, KP Jewellery Centre and OTOP Lifestyles shop at the Gems Market, Srichan Road.

Mr. Sumed Prasongpongchai, Deputy Director of GIT, said that the institute has teamed up with its partners in Chanthaburi to host the International Chanthaburi Gems and Jewellery Festival 2020 under the theme “Go Together: Chanthaburi City of Gems” to create business opportunities and increase distribution channels for entrepreneurs to sell their products to local customers due to the disruption of exports caused by COVID-19. The fair is believed to boost the local economy and increase consumer confidence in purchasing gems and jewellery products, following the Thai government policy to promote Chanthaburi as the city of gems, and Thailand as a jewellery manufacturing and global trading hub.


The event will bring together more than 300 Thai and international entrepreneurs, who will showcase raw gemstones, polished gemstones, jewellry making materials, machines and tools, as well as packaging. There will be business matching sessions and seminars to promote trade and investment. 


In response to the ‘Buy with Confidence’ programme, GIT will provide a mobile gems and jewellery laboratory service to foster confidence among consumers.

“What's special about this event is its timing. It will take place at a time when people are travelling and purchasing gifts for Christmas and the New Year. It will also be an opportunity for buyers to purchase products at cheaper prices. It is expected to boost the economy in the province, including tourism and the gems and jewellery industry,” Prasongpongchai said.

For more information, visit www.git.or.th

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Universal Robots Hosts First Virtual Collaborative Robots Exhibition & Conference in Asia-Pacific

September 23, 2020, 10:09 am
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Gain actionable insights on flexible and cost-effective automation solutions 

addressing post-pandemic ROI and safety challenges for small & medium businesses

Thailand, September 22, 2020 - Universal Robots, the global leader in collaborative robots (cobots), today announces Asia-Pacific’s first and largest collaborative robots virtual expo “WeAreCOBOTS APAC”, to be held from 6 to 8 October 2020, 9 am to 5:30 pm daily (GMT +7)

 

The virtual expo "WeAreCOBOTS APAC" presents an opportunity for practitioners and factory owners in Thailand to meet with automation industry leaders and cobot experts from different countries online. Over three days, participants can attend cobot demonstrations by exhibitors, listen to enriching keynotes from industry experts on overcoming manufacturing challenges in Asia-Pacific, and find actionable answers on cobot applications in the live Question-and-Answer (Q&A) sessions.  Registration is free for anyone who is interested at https://wearecobots.apac.vfairs.com/

Learn from the Best from the Comfort of Anywhere

Business owners, leaders, and practitioners who are interested in using cobots for their operations, can conveniently learn more about cobots by attending numerous keynotes online with live Q&As, and participating in ongoing discussions during, and after the event. 

 

Luminaries from Asia-Pacific speaking in this event include Dr Yeong Che Fai, director of DF Automation & Robotics, associate professor in Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, robotics visionary and inventor, and a winner of more than 50 national and international awards and Mr Amar Burud, senior manager in industrial engineering of Continental Corporation in India. 

 

Topics presented by various experts include:

  • Future-Proofing Assembly Processes With Human Robot Collaboration
  • Joining the Fast Lane: Using Cobots to Achieve Automotive Manufacturing Excellence
  • Continential’s Journey: Enabling Zero Downtime
  • Optimising your collaborative robot deployment

For more details of the agenda, please visit https://wearecobots.apac.vfairs.com/en/keynote-schedule

 

The expo programme also features presentations and ‘live’ demonstrations on cobot maintenance and programming, and many new ways cobots are quickly being deployed to address the COVID-19 crisis, including area disinfection and the manufacturing of test kits. Participants can learn how cobots address challenges in productivity, quality, machine usage, and safe distancing from small businesses to large production facilities. The virtual expo also allows participants to download digital brochures. 


Universal Robots, along with exhibitors including Alstrut, CKD, OnRobot, Piab, Robotiq, SCHUNK, SICK, SMC Corporation, Zimmer Group, will be showcasing cobot applications such as assembly, finishing, materials handling, machine tending, quality inspection and more.

 

During this event, participants will also learn about the largest and most comprehensive cobot ecosystem with over 250 components and application kits from more than 400 approved commercial developer companies in the Universal Robots Plus (UR+) programme.

 

Smart Manufacturing Answers for Small & Medium Businesses (SMB) in Asia-Pacific
This virtual expo is especially geared for SMBs, providing actionable insights with minimum expenditure in light of COVID-19. There is no need for travel, accommodation and other ancillary costs, and SMB owners and leaders can harness all the insights and answers from the comfort of anywhere.


 Cobots can be easily and safely added into existing factory layouts and production workflows, with very short testing and set up time, to reduce human interaction especially in resource and employee-strapped SMBs. Already, Asia-Pacific SMBs and larger enterprises alike have turned to cobots to handle repetitive, dull, dangerous, dirty and difficult tasks successfully. 

Shruti Engineers, a 10 person manufacturing company in India, achieved 75% production increases after installing a cobot. TCI, a 100-person plastic injection molding company in New Zealand, was able to achieve cost savings and achieved return of investment six months after introducing a cobot in the production process. Successful Asia-Pacific cobot adopters include: Beijing Bai Lear Automotive System in China,  Benchmark Electronics in Thailand, BTC Mold in Taiwan, Clearpack Group in Singapore,  GKN Driveline in Japan, Hyundae Induction Hardening Heat Treatment in Korea, New Engineering Works in India, Nippon Zettoc in Japan , PT JVC Electronics in Indonesia, Tsung Shih in Taiwan, VMIC in Vietnam and many more. For more such successes, please visit https://www.universal-robots.com/case-stories.

“Manufacturers are faced with a multitude of challenges today, ranging from production efficiency, aging population, health and safety concerns, to keeping up with the Industry 4.0 revolution. The COVID-19 crisis has pushed the region into a hyperdrive of technological adoption. Business owners in Asia-Pacific are exploring reshoring options to prevent business disruptions due to supply chain disruptions, as well as designing flexible and adaptable automation solutions for rapid changes in demand. Cobots are viable solutions in both situations. We hope this expo can immediately support more manufacturers assess new solutions which are cost-efficient, easy to implement, and improve profitability quickly." says James McKew, Regional Director Asia-Pacific, Universal Robots.  

 

About Universal Robots 

Universal Robots (UR) was founded in 2005 to make robot technology accessible to all by developing small, user-friendly, reasonably priced, flexible collaborative robots (cobots) that are safe to work with. Since the first cobot was launched in 2008, the company has experienced considerable growth with the user-friendly cobot now sold worldwide. The company, which is a part of Teradyne Inc., is headquartered in Odense, Denmark, and has regional offices in the United States, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, UK, Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary, Romania, Russia, Turkey, China, India, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and Mexico. In 2019, Universal Robots had a revenue of USD 248 million. For more information, please visit www.universal-robots.com.  

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TAT invites Thais to join “Visit Thailand, I Miss You” campaign and win prizes over 10 million baht

September 29, 2020, 3:36 am
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The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is inviting Thai travelers to join the campaign under the concept called “Visit Thailand, I Miss You” and get a chance to win prizes over 10 million baht. Following the launch of this exclusive campaign to entice travel lovers, TAT hopes that travel demand will again be strongly stimulated in this last quarter of the year. The travelers may take part in a prize drawing with a purchase of a product or service labeled under the official “I Miss You” sub-campaigns: “I Miss My Golf Buddies”, “I Miss My Favorite Dishes”, “I Miss Embracing Nature”, “I Miss Relaxing My Body & Mind” and “I Miss Travel Communities”. Furthermore, TAT has partnered with more than 300 shops and service providers such as Klook, Traveligo, Wongnai, Golfdigg, McDonald’s, Thai Smile Airways, Air Asia, Thailandfoodparadise and Specialtiewthai to bring forth myriad mouth-watering promotions.

Now that you’ve been told, get cracking, pack your bag and buy a travel package to get lucky! Prizes with a total pool of 10 million baht, which include cars, motorcycles, mobile phones, gold, and many more, are up for grabs for any purchase of promotional products or services. For every 500 baht spent per 1 receipt, you will receive 1 entry in the prize drawing (i.e., buying a 10,000-baht travel package will earn you 20 entries). To participate in the prize drawing, a coupon code is required to be redeemed via LINE Official Account: @tiewthailuckyor associated websites from 15th September to 15th November 2020. Winners will be announced 20th November 2020 on www.เที่ยวไทยได้ลุ้น.com, Facebook: ไทยเที่ยวได้ลุ้น and LINE Official Account: @tiewthailucky.

Don’t miss out on these extraordinary promotions. First come, first served! Don’t also forget to redeem your coupon code from any travel package purchase via one of the available platforms for your chance to win prizes worth up to 10 million baht. Who knows? You might very well be the lucky one!

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"THAILAND NOW" New comprehensive information hub on multi platforms introduced

October 1, 2020, 3:12 am
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     Bangkok, 1 October 2020 - Launched today, "THAILAND NOW', a new information hub in the English language on multi digital platforms is all set to make the search for reliable, comprehensive, and insightful information about the country an easy task.

     THAILAND NOW is available on a range of digital platforms, including the website www.thailandnow.in.th as well as Facebook, Instagram, You Tube and Twitter.

     The launch event was chaired by Mr. Vijavat Isarabhakdi, Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs, and witnessed by members of the Diplomatic Corps in Bangkok.

     Thailand NOW was born out of the perception that friends of Thailand around the world wanted to hear a narrative of the Thai point of view on different topics. This led public and private agencies to collaborate in establishing a reliable information platform called "Thailand NOW''.

   Thailand NOW will be one of the first English-language information platforms covering a comprehensive range of facts and exclusive stories about Thailand. Managed by an editorial team made up of a diverse group of writers, the website provides genuine points of view on different topics that Thai people want to communicate to intemnational readers.

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     While offering foreigners with easy access to all the information they need in just a few clicks, Thailand NOW covers a wide array of content about Thailand, ranging from business and investment, to education, lifestyle, culture, and other information about Thailand across all dimensions all in one place. Basic and in-depth information about Thailand are combined to provide a comprehensive understanding of the country. Useful links are also included, allowing readers to search further for subjects in which they are particularly interested.

     All-data on the website comes from primary sources and is verifiable, and Thailand NOW's various features ensure that information is filtered to meet the individual user's need. The platform's unique story-telling technique and photos presented through the lens of the locals provide an exclusive experience which cannot be found anywhere else.

     Designed to be reader-friendly, the insightful information hub comes with an easy and customised tool for quick searches and invites readers to explore the different views of experienced writers on Thailand, leading to a deeper understanding of the Thai people.

     In the future, Thailand NOW will be expanded and developed further. All sectors of the society are welcome to contribute in uplifing and upgrading the website for it to become a genuine and comprehensive window into Thailand.

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     Follow Thailand NOW, and keep abreast of what's happening now in Thailand.

    Thailand Now, Insightfully Thai

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Lee Kum Kee Celebrates 132 Years, Giving Back to Customers

October 4, 2020, 10:34 pm
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     Pramata Chantakool  Manager –Thailand Lee Kum Kee (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd said, “Lee Kum Kee's offerings include more than 200 authentic Asian options of sauces and condiments with a presence in more than 100 countries around the world. World-class chefs regard Lee Kum Kee as a symbol of quality and they trust the authentic taste of our products, especially the invented original oyster sauce from 1888, as well as the line of premium soy sauces that we launched last year. The new soy sauce line includes the following varieties: First Draw Soy Sauce, Less Salty Soy Sauce, Organic Soy Sauce, and Gluten Free Soy Sauce. We have received good feedbacks from customers about the products.”

     In order to reward our loyal consumers during this difficult time, we have launched a series of promotions such as giving freebies and multiple discounts.

     The products with special promotions are available at the leading supermarkets in Thailand from the end of September till end October 2020 and in conjunction with Jay Festival, in outlets such as Makro, The Mall Gourmet Market, MaxValu, Villa Market, and all branches of Tops Market. For Tops, the products with special promotions are available at Chaengwattana, Pinklao, Rama 2, Rama 3, and WestGate. For BigC, the products with special promotions are available at Ratchada, Fashion Island, Saphan Kwai, Mega Bangna, and Ladprao. We have also prepared to set up cooking booths to demonstrate several recommended menus to consumers in the supermarkets.

     We believe that trust is our important brand asset. Our strict quality control and new innovations will continue to win customers' hearts for a long time. 

About Lee Kum Kee

     Lee Kum Kee was established in 1888 by its founder Mr. Lee Kum Sheung. With its sustainable development in 132 years, Lee Kum Kee has become a well-known household name of Chinese sauces and condiments, as well as an international brand and “a symbol of quality and trust”. With a legacy of over a hundred years and an ever-innovating spirit, Lee Kum Kee is a globally renowned Chinese multinational corporation offering over 200 choices of sauces and condiments to over 100 countries and regions. Please visit www.LKK.com for further details.

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COVID-19 to Push Cobots Fastest Growth in Robots Industry

October 8, 2020, 6:27 pm
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 Pandemic Fuels Global Demand for ‘Cobots’ in Health Sector

Collaborative robots continues to be the fastest growing segment in industrial robot sector today;  forecasted to hit 34% of global robot spend by 2025

THAILAND,  6 October 2020 - Universal Robots (UR), Denmark-based collaborative robots (cobots) technology market leader, today advised business leaders across health and related key industries to leverage robotic automation in response to COVID-19 pandemic challenges.

Cobots have emerged as a tremendous force for good in the global battle against COVID-19. Contributing to the global response to the pandemic, Universal Robots’ cobot deployments include applications in critical front-line industries such as healthcare, medical testing, sanitisation, disinfection, medical equipment, as well as tools to re-shore production and enable operations to be more flexible. 


“The COVID-19 outbreak has caused a major shake-up across the global economy. Companies around the world and in Singapore need to pivot and adapt to this new reality fast. The use of robots is highly encouraged in light of new standard operating procedures, including physical-distancing and minimal human contact. As such, collaborative robots or cobots are well placed to cope with these challenges,” said Darrell Adams, Head of Southeast Asia & Oceania for Universal Robots.


Minimising human contact and protecting workers healthcare staff and patients from cross infections, cobot applications in the health and related industry have been rapidly developed and rolled out globally this year. Some of the most recent successful deployments include the following:


Cobots in Sanitisation & Disinfection 

There has been a massive demand for effective deep cleaning and disinfection technologies without involving direct human contact on potentially infected areas. In April 2020, researchers at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore unveiled

eXtremeDisinfection roBOT (XDBOT), which comprises a UR5 cobot fitted with an electrostatic spray nozzle, and mounted on a mobile platform. The cobot was programmed to mimic human hand movements to get into hard-to-reach areas such as under the beds and tables.  


Cobots in COVID-19 Testing  

Universal Robots’ co-founder Esben Østergaard developed one of the world's first autonomous throat swabbing robot in collaboration with University of Southern Denmark (SDU). The robot uses UR3 cobot arms fitted with a custom 3D-printed end-effector. Cobots enable the throat swabbing process to be completed within seven minutes, with the swab itself taking just 25 seconds. 


Closer to home, Taiwan-based Brain Navi Biotechnology, developed the world’s first autonomous nasal swab test robot using a UR cobot. The cobot can automatically recognise the patient’s facial structure, identify the position of the nostrils, hold a nasopharyngeal swab (like a long cotton swab) with a gripper, and then automatically extend it into the patient's nasopharynx and stay for about 10 to 25 seconds to collect the secretion specimen; The inspection time only takes two to five minutes, and nearly 100 people can be inspected in eight hours. Except for the initial facial positioning scan settings performed by medical staff behind a transparent protective panel, the entire process does not require human intervention. 


The throat and nasal swab robots protect healthcare workers by reducing staff-patient contact with highly infectious diseases at the point of testing. 


“Collaborative robots have been used in a number of ways to help companies respond to the global pandemic. Because of its key features such as safety, speed, flexibility and ease-of-use, strong demand for cobots is seen across various sectors looking to resume businesses and function at maximum productivity levels,” concluded Adams.

Despite being a niche product that accounted for just 3 percent of global robot spending in 2018, cobots are now the fastest growing segment of the industrial robot sector. By 2025, cobots are expected to jump from the niche status to thoroughly mainstream, accounting for 34 percent of global robot spend.1


About Universal Robots 

Universal Robots (UR) was founded in 2005 to make robot technology accessible to all by developing small, user-friendly, reasonably priced, flexible collaborative robots (cobots) that are safe to work with. Since the first cobot was launched in 2008, the company has experienced considerable growth with the user-friendly cobot now sold worldwide. The company, which is a part of Teradyne Inc., is headquartered in Odense, Denmark, and has regional offices in the United States, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, UK, Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary, Romania, Russia, Turkey, China, India, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and Mexico. In 2019, Universal Robots had revenues of USD 248 million. For more information, please visit www.universal-robots.com.


Reference:

1.https://blog.universal-robots.com/adaptation-business-continuity-cobots

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BGRIM puts B40bn industrial power projects on launch pad

October 10, 2020, 3:56 am
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   B.Grimm Power Plc (BGRIM) has set out to embark on seven power projects worth 40 billion baht in a bold move to consolidate its status as the leading private power producer in Thailand.

  The seven Industrial Power Producer schemes with a combined capacity of 980 megawatts have secured financial supports from five major banks and construction backing from two world-class building concerns.

  BGRIM Chairman Harald Link said the company has now secured all it takes to successfully realise the projects which form part of BGRIM's plan to build a portfolio of 7,200 MW in the next several years.

  The five lenders to the BGRIM projects are Bangkok Bank, Siam Commercial Bank, EXIM Thailand, Kasikornbank and Government Savings Bank.

  The construction of the projects will be carried out by Siemens Energy Co Thailand and Toshiba Plant Systems and Services Corporation.

  Preeyanart Soontornwata, Chief Executive Officer of BGRIM, stated that five of the seven industrial power plant projects are the replacement facilities under the renewed power sale accords.

  The two other schemes are new undertakings with a change of location which form part of the 25-year power sale contracts, known as PPA, concluded with the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) on August 2020.

  These projects are primarily aimed at developing the essential infrastructure to reliably produce quality electricity and steam supplies to promote and attract the industrial investment that will benefit Thailand’s economic growth in a sustainable manner, she said.

  Meanwhile, BGRIM's financial position remains strong with 19 billion baht in cash on hand and robust cash flows derived from operations.

  The financial strength is conducive to BGRIM's investment in various projects and supporting future growth.

  The company is on course to explore new energy investment opportunities at home and abroad to raise its total generation capacity to the targeted 7,200 MW.
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