Large-scale biodiesel production mulled
PTT Plc signed agreements with two local companies yesterday to launch intensive studies into the large-scale production of biodiesel in Thailand as a substitute for diesel refined from crude oil.
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STREET WISE
Now that's what you call devotion
In Thai political history, no interim government has ever been as busy as this one has.
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Private sector makes plea for elected govt
Despite its potential to drive economic growth, representatives from the private sector said at a seminar yesterday that it still needed support from an elected, rather than caretaker, government to help businesses progress and boost competitiveness.
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Somkid sees slowdown in 2007
Caretaker Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak yesterday expressed concern that the Kingdom's economy would slow next year due mainly to delays in state budgetary spending and skyrocketing oil prices.
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Kbank promotes SME loans
Kasikornbank (Kbank) yesterday announced a new campaign to grant Bt30 billion in loans in the next three months, following news its portfolio for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) had grown only 4.5 per cent in the first half - far short of its full-year target of 16 per cent.
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IEC buys into Bliss-Tel
Mobile-phone distributor International Engineering Plc is to buy 56 million shares in Bliss-Tel, also a handset distributor, at Bt4.50 apiece.
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FRIDAY BUG
Better late than never
Thais have a compromising nature. Whatever happens, good or bad, is soon forgotten.
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Lenders tout time deposits
Banks have embarked on interest rate hikes and special fixed-deposit campaigns with the main aim of restructuring their deposit portfolios.
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FINANCIAL DISCIPLINE
Spending must be controlled: banks
Bank executives are warning consumers to maintain their vigilance when it comes to their finances in these times of rising prices and interest rates.
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STOCK MARKET RALLY
Foreigners behind SET surge
Energy sector and shipping companies among the biggest gainers yesterday
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SPECIAL
Selling to Japan may be easier than expected
Japanese business experts recently gave some tips on how to enter the Japanese market, and the potential rewards that can be found there. Jeerawat Na Thalang reports.
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RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY
Developers move towards rentals
Additional income stream will provide more stability, say Metrostar and Sena Development
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LATE NEWS
ICT Ministry appoints CAT Telecom board
The Information and Communications Technology Ministry appointed the new board of CAT Telecom Plc yesterday.
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Samchai Steel has large-diameter pipe dream
Samchai Steel Industry Plc has announced plans to expand its production, in pursuit of a larger share of the international market for large-diameter structural steel pipes.
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DTAC plans to spend Bt1.4 bn on upgrades
Total Access Communication (DTAC) plans to spend more than Bt1.4 billion to improve its customer service system and buy new software.
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Production-capacity constraints may clip processed chicken exports
The volume of Thailand's processed chicken exports will be lower than the projected 350,000 tonnes this year due to limited production capacity, according to Manoonsri Chotitawan, president and chief executive of Saha Farms.
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Jockey gets 're-launch' by Central
Central Garment Factory Co Ltd, a subsidiary of Central Marketing Group, yesterday announced a new marketing strategy for Jockey underwear and clothing, which it imports and manufacturers on contract for the US brand.
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DEVELOPMENT
Richmond airs Bt2.6-bn hotel plan
Four new resorts are aimed at attracting foreign tourists
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