MQDC Secures Financing from Bangkok Bank for Asia’s Largest Creator Hub, Cloud 11
MQDC 為亞洲最大的創作者中心 Cloud 11 獲得曼谷銀行融資
Bangkok Bank has extended long-term project financing to MQDC for the completion of Cloud 11, set to be Asia’s largest creator hub. Located between Punnawithi and Udomsuk BTS stations on Sukhumvit Road, the 254,000-square-meter mixed-use development is designed to foster a creative ecosystem, offering world-class studio spaces, a digital art museum, concert and e-sports venues, and a host of academic institutes. The project is currently over 70% complete and is expected to open in 2025.
Cloud 11 will also feature a creative retail space with over 250 outlets, a Grade A+ workspace called Creator Village, and major tenants like COMMONS. It will house a 5-star lifestyle hotel under Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio brand and YOTEL Bangkok, catering to creators and new-generation travelers. Designed by Norwegian studio Snøhetta and Thai firm A49, Cloud 11 is a key part of South Sukhumvit’s innovation cluster and has already won multiple prestigious design awards.
小編點評: MQDC 已從曼谷銀行獲得長期融資，以完成亞洲最大的創作者中心 Cloud 11，該中心位於素坤逸路 Punnawithi 和 Udomsuk BTS 站之間。這個佔地 254,000 平方米的綜合用途開發項目由 Snøhetta 和 A49 設計，已完成 70% 以上，將設有世界一流的工作室空間、數位藝術博物館和創意零售區，預計於 2025 年開業。
AI-Powered HR Innovation Drives Transformation at Siam Commercial Bank
人工智慧驅動的人力資源創新推動暹羅商業銀行轉型
Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) is embracing digital transformation through its collaboration with Workday, leveraging AI-powered solutions to enhance workforce management and operational efficiency. As part of SCB’s “Digital Bank with a Human Touch” strategy, the bank is implementing advanced cloud technologies to meet the growing demand for digital convenience. Chief People Officer K. Worawat Suvagondha highlighted SCB’s transformation journey, noting how the bank has digitised operations and adopted innovative tools to create a personalised work environment that values employee growth and well-being.
Workday’s AI-driven platform plays a crucial role in SCB’s efforts, integrating talent management, recruitment, and employee engagement solutions. SCB has embraced Workday Talent Optimisation, Recruiting, and Skills Cloud to foster a supportive, well-managed workforce. In addition to career development initiatives, SCB promotes physical, mental, and emotional well-being through various programs, flexible work arrangements, and recognition systems. This partnership positions SCB at the forefront of Thailand’s banking industry, leading the way in HR innovation and digital transformation.
https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2879018/the-ai-advantage-hr-innovation-in-thailand
小編點評：暹羅商業銀行 (SCB) 正在與 Workday 合作實施人工智慧驅動的解決方案，以增強勞動力管理和營運效率，從而推動數位轉型。該措施是渣打銀行「人性化的數位銀行」策略的一部分，重點是透過創新工具和靈活
GenAI Adoption Tops Business Priorities for Thai Executives, Salesforce Study Finds
Salesforce 研究發現，採用 GenAI 是泰國高階主管的首要業務重點
A recent study commissioned by Salesforce reveals that generative AI (GenAI) adoption is a top business priority for 84% of corporate executives in Thailand. Despite economic volatility, executives are optimistic about integrating GenAI into their operations, driven by national investments in AI infrastructure and growing demand for digital transformation. According to Salesforce Asean Vice-President Siddharth Rastogi, Thailand is well-positioned to push AI adoption, with many leaders expressing confidence in delegating tasks to AI systems autonomously within the next three years.
The survey, which included 225 Thai business leaders, also highlighted key motivations for GenAI adoption, including the need for faster and more personalized customer experiences and employee demand for innovative AI tools. However, 96% of respondents acknowledged barriers to implementation, citing concerns about AI accuracy, skill gaps, data privacy, and the use of incomplete data to train models. Thitirat Tongtavorn, Salesforce Thailand’s country leader, noted that while 58% of organizations have a clear GenAI strategy, others are still working to develop one.
https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2883742/genai-adoption-a-priority-for-local-executives
小編點評：一項Salesforce研究表明，有84％的泰國公司高管優先考慮生成AI（Genai）的採用，這是對儘管經濟波動的樂觀對將AI融入其運營的樂觀驅動。儘管許多領導人預計在三年內將任務委派給了AI，但96％的人承認諸如準確性問題和技能差距等挑戰，只有58％的人有明確的Genai策略。
Thailand’s PCB Industry Sees Strong Growth, Driven by EV Demand and Global Investment
在電動車需求和全球投資的推動下，泰國 PCB 產業強勁成長
Thailand’s printed circuit board (PCB) industry is experiencing significant growth, particularly in the electric vehicle (EV) sector, according to the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO). The country’s strategic location, low labor costs, skilled workforce, and robust infrastructure make it an attractive hub for PCB manufacturing, with global investments surging. In 2023, the number of PCB projects in Thailand jumped to 45, valued at 92.2 billion baht, a 323% increase from the previous year. The industry’s expansion aligns with the global PCB market, which is expected to grow at a compound annual rate of 5.8% from 2024 to 2033.
Asia-Pacific dominates global PCB manufacturing, accounting for 90% of production, with Thailand emerging as a key player. In 2023, Thailand’s PCB exports reached $9.7 billion, up 4.3%, with Hong Kong as the top export market. Thailand’s PCB production currently represents 3.8% of global output, expected to rise to 4.7% by 2025, bolstered by investment from global manufacturers. TPSO emphasized the need for Thai manufacturers to comply with environmental regulations to secure their position in global supply chains and capitalize on the industry’s rapid growth.
https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2883737/rosy-outlook-for-printed-circuit-boards
小編點評：泰國印刷電路板（PCB）行業蓬勃發展，這是由於電動汽車需求增加（EV）需求和大量全球投資的驅動，2023年的PCB項目價值增長了323％，價值922億泰銖。隨著該國將自己定位為亞太地區的關鍵參與者（佔全球生產的90％）的責任提高了97億美元，期望產量從2025年上升到全球產量的3.8％，到2025年的4.7％到環境法規。
Egco Expands Renewable Energy Portfolio with Apex Purchase to Boost Capacity by 2030
Egco 透過收購 Apex 擴大再生能源產品組合，到 2030 年提高產能
Electricity Generating Plc (Egco) aims to increase its renewable energy capacity to 30% of its total power generation by 2030, following the acquisition of additional shares in US-based Apex Clean Energy Holdings. Currently, renewable energy accounts for 21% of Egco’s nearly 7 gigawatts of global power generation. With the Apex investment, Egco President Jiraporn Sirikum expects the company to rapidly boost its clean energy capacity, aligning with its “cleaner, smarter, and stronger” strategy for sustainable growth. Apex’s 211 renewable projects, primarily wind and solar farms, are expected to play a key role in this expansion.
Apex operates under a hybrid business model, both increasing its power generation capacity and selling fully developed projects to investors. The company, which has sold five projects totaling nearly 600MW, currently has 56,400MW of renewable projects in development, including wind, solar, hydrogen, and energy storage systems. This model allows Apex to earn long-term revenue through power purchase agreements while generating lump-sum earnings from project sales, enhancing both Egco’s renewable portfolio and financial performance.
小編點評：通過收購Apex Clean Energy Holdings的額外股份，到2030年，電力發電PLC（EGCO）將其可再生能源能力提高到總發電量的30％，目前佔EGCO近7吉瓦全球發電的21％ 。與APEX的合作夥伴關係主要由風與太陽能進行211個可再生項目，它支持EGCO的“清潔，更智能，更強大”的可持續增長策略，同時還通過長期收入和項目銷售來促進財務績效。
Thailand’s Renewables Scheme to Boost Investments and Power Generation
泰國再生能源計劃促進投資和發電
The long-delayed second phase of Thailand’s renewable energy scheme is set to launch this month, offering a new auction for 3,668.5 megawatts of renewable energy projects. The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) expects the program to generate 300 billion baht in investment by 2025, supporting solar, wind, and biogas projects. Companies like Gunkul Engineering are preparing proposals, while major players from the first phase, including Gulf Energy Development and Absolute Clean Energy, continue expanding their clean energy portfolios.
The scheme is expected to benefit not only power plant developers but also related industries, such as electrical wire and cable manufacturers. Bangkok Cable Co. anticipates increased demand for its products as renewable energy consumption rises. The company expects a 30% growth in domestic demand for wires by 2037, aligning with Thailand’s goal of achieving 51% renewable energy usage by the same year as part of its plan to reach carbon neutrality by 2050.
https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2882487/windfall-from-renewables-scheme
小編點評：泰國可再生能源計劃期待已久的第二階段將於本月啟動，推出了3,668.5兆瓦的項目的拍賣，預計將在2025年產生3000億泰銖的投資。該計劃不僅將使發電廠開發人員受益，而且將使發電廠的開發人員受益。相關行業，例如電線和電纜製造商，與曼谷有線公司（Bangkok Cable Co.
CPN Issues B8bn Sustainability-Linked Bonds to Support Green Projects
CPN 發行 80 億泰銖永續發展相關債券以支持綠色項目
Central Pattana (CPN) has issued 8 billion baht worth of sustainability-linked bonds (SLBs) to fund clean energy and sustainability projects, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The funds will be used for renewable energy, sustainable water management, and energy efficiency improvements, supporting CPN’s mixed-use developments and green building initiatives across Thailand and abroad.
Partnering with UOB, the Asian Development Bank (ADB), and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), CPN’s bond issuance is a milestone for Thailand’s real estate and retail sectors. Naparat Sriwanvit, CPN’s CFO, said the company is committed to creating spaces that benefit people and the environment, aligning with the UN’s sustainable development goals. The SLBs are offered with five- and seven-year maturities, with interest rates of 2.86% and 3.14% respectively, under the company’s sustainability-linked finance framework.
小編點評：中央帕塔納（CPN）已發行了80億泰銖的可持續發展債券，以資助清潔能源和可持續性項目，目的是在2050年之前實現淨零溫室氣體的排放。這項倡議與亞洲人，亞洲，亞洲，亞洲，亞洲開發銀行和國際金融公司（International Finance Corporation）支持CPN的綜合用途開發和綠色建築計劃，與聯合國的可持續發展目標保持一致。
Foreign Circuit Board Makers Invest THB 162 Billion in Thailand, Seek BOI Incentives
外國電路板製造商在泰國投資1,620億泰銖，尋求BOI激勵
The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) revealed that foreign printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturers have invested 162 billion baht in the country over the past year, with 95 projects applying for BOI privileges. Most investors are from China and Taiwan, including companies like Unimicron, Compeq, and Dynamic Electronics. Well Tek Electronics, a subsidiary of China-based Welgao Electronics, recently began operating its 64,000-square-metre factory, producing high-density interconnected (HDI) PCBs used in data servers and electric vehicle power supplies.
Well Tek’s factory, which employs 500 Thai personnel, integrates advanced technology and AI throughout its manufacturing processes. The company plans to build a second, larger facility and establish a research centre employing 40 Thai researchers. The factory’s products, 40% of which are sold locally, reflect confidence in Thailand’s infrastructure and workforce, according to BOI Secretary-General Narit Therdsteerasukdi.
https://www.nationthailand.com/business/investment/40042404
小編點評：在過去的一年中，外國印刷電路委員會（PCB）製造商在泰國投資了1620億泰銖，其中95個項目申請了投資委員會（BOI）特權，主要來自中國和台灣公司。 Tek Electronics已推出了一個64,000平方米的工廠，生產高密度相互聯繫的PCB，僱用了500名泰國工人，併計劃使用更大的設施和研究中心進行擴展，反映了對泰國基礎設施和勞動力的信心。
FDI Giants See Surging Revenues in Vietnam Amid Expanding Operations
外國直接投資巨頭在擴大業務的同時看到越南收入激增
Several foreign direct investment (FDI) giants, including AEON Mall, Samsung, and Taiwan’s Formosa Group, have reported significant revenue and profit growth in Vietnam. AEON Mall Vietnam’s semi-annual report showed a 14.5% rise in revenue to $54.79 million and a 21.2% increase in profit to $16.1 million, outpacing its home market in Japan. Samsung Vietnam also reported strong results, with its Thai Nguyen facility generating $13.8 billion in revenue and $1.1 billion in profits, making it the company’s second-largest global revenue contributor.
However, not all FDI ventures fared well. Taiwan’s Formosa Ha Tinh steel operations faced a 3.2% drop in revenue to $3.9 billion, alongside a $610 million loss, driven by reduced demand for steel amid China’s real estate market slump. Despite mixed results across industries, Vietnam remains an attractive destination for foreign capital, driven by its strong economic growth, which reached 7.4% in Q3 2024, surpassing expectations.
小編點評：AEON Mall、三星和台灣台塑集團等外國直接投資(FDI) 巨頭在越南的收入正在顯著增長，其中AEON Mall 的收入增長了14.5%，達到5,479 萬美元，而三星的太原工廠在2019 年創造了138 億美元的收入。儘管結果好壞參半，例如台塑河靜公司的收入下降 3.2%，由於鋼鐵需求減少而損失 6.1 億美元，但在 2024 年第三季度 7.4% 的強勁經濟增長的推動下，越南繼續吸引外資。
PM Pham Minh Chinh Urges Global Investors to Increase Investments in Vietnam at ASEAN BIS 2024
越南總理範明正在2024年東協國際投資高峰會敦促全球投資者增加對越南的投資
At the ASEAN Business and Investment Summit 2024 (ASEAN BIS 2024) in Vientiane, Laos, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh called on international investors to enhance their investments in Vietnam, emphasizing the government’s commitment to fostering a supportive environment for foreign enterprises. Speaking to over 800 business leaders, PM Chinh highlighted Vietnam’s economic stability, noting a GDP of $430 billion in 2023 and a 6.82% growth rate in the first nine months of 2024, alongside an 11.6% increase in foreign direct investment (FDI) year-on-year. He reaffirmed Vietnam’s dedication to enhancing its investment climate and prioritizing sectors such as AI, information technology, and semiconductor manufacturing.
The Prime Minister addressed the broader global context, acknowledging the challenges posed by geopolitical competition and climate change. He urged ASEAN businesses to promote economic connectivity and innovation while reinforcing the region’s self-reliance. Chinh reiterated that collaborative efforts are essential for addressing global issues, advocating for multilateralism among nations and businesses alike. His remarks set a tone of optimism for the future of Vietnam as a key player in the ASEAN Economic Community, dedicated to sustainable growth and cooperation.
小編點評：在2024年東盟商業和投資峰會在Vientiane舉行，總理Pham Minh Chinh敦促全球投資者增加對越南的投資，強調該國的經濟穩定性，並在2024年的前九個月內增長了6.82 ％。政府致力於增強投資環境的承諾，特別是在AI，信息技術和半導體製造等領域，同時倡導多邊合作來應對全球挑戰並促進區域經濟連通性。
European Countries Express Interest in Renewable Energy Investments in East Kalimantan
歐洲國家對東加里曼丹再生能源投資表示興趣
East Kalimantan’s Acting Governor, Akmal Malik, announced that several European countries are keen to invest in renewable energy, specifically solar power, in the region. During a recent meeting with ambassadors from nations including Norway, Germany, and Sweden at a United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) event in Jakarta, Malik emphasized the significant potential for solar energy development in areas such as Kutai Kartanegara, Samarinda, Paser, and West Kutai. He noted that the region, traditionally reliant on fossil fuels, is gradually transitioning towards renewable energy, with some mining companies already integrating these solutions into their operations.
Malik underscored East Kalimantan’s crucial role in supporting the development of Indonesia’s new capital, Nusantara (IKN), and called for diversified partnerships with nations committed to green energy. The discussions also highlighted the importance of decentralization in Indonesia, which would enable regions to better prepare their economies, create jobs, and enhance infrastructure, particularly in East Kalimantan as it positions itself as a key player in renewable energy and sustainable development.
小編點評：東加利曼丹的代理州長阿克馬爾·馬利克（Akmal Malik）宣布，包括挪威，德國和瑞典在內的幾個歐洲國家有興趣在該地區投資太陽能，強調了其可再生能源開發的巨大潛力。隨著東卡利曼丹（East Kalimantan）從化石燃料進行過渡，並支持建立印度尼西亞的新首都努桑塔拉（Nusantara），馬利克（Malik）強調了需要多元化的合作夥伴關係和權力下放，以促進當地經濟，創造就業機會，並增強基礎設施。
Kasikornbank Aims for THB 200 Billion in Green Financing by 2030
開泰銀行目標是到 2030 年實現 2,000 億泰銖的綠色融資
Kasikornbank (KBank), one of Thailand’s leading financial institutions, has announced an ambitious target to provide THB 200 billion (approximately Rp 92 trillion) in green financing by 2030, positioning climate action as a viable business opportunity. KBank President Pipit Aneaknithi highlighted the bank’s commitment to sustainable finance, noting that it provided THB 26.4 billion in 2022 and THB 73.4 billion in 2023, with a target of reaching THB 100 billion (Rp 46 trillion) in 2024. To support this transition, KBank has launched various products aimed at facilitating sustainable financing and is investing in startups focused on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives through its subsidiary, Beacon Venture Capital.
While KBank is actively expanding its green financing initiatives, Pipit acknowledged that its subsidiary, Indonesia’s Bank Maspion, has yet to enter the green financing sector. The bank intends to study Indonesia’s carbon trading regulations and green financing landscape before proceeding. “We want to be cautious and avoid being seen as engaging in greenwashing,” Pipit stated, emphasizing the bank’s dedication to authentic sustainability efforts as it develops a blockchain-based carbon trading ecosystem to enhance its green financing reach.
小編點評：Kasikornbank（Kbank）設定了一個雄心勃勃的目標，可以到2030年提供2000億枚綠色融資，強調氣候行動是一個可行的商機，同時針對2024年的THB 1000億。Kbank總統Pipit Aneaknithi強調了該銀行的承諾可持續融資。 ，推出產品以促進綠色融資和投資於以ESG為中心的初創公司，同時還與印尼子公司銀行Maspion採取了謹慎的態度，因為它探索了當地的碳交易和綠色融資環境。