Sharge, Grab forge ahead with EV charging network
Sharge, Grab forge ahead with EV charging networkListen to this articleMr Peerapatr, right, and Ms Parichat at an unveiling of the strategic partnership. Sharge, Thailand's leading electric vehicle (EV) charging operator, has announced a strategic partnership with the Grab ride-hailing platform to promote EV adoption through the launch of Grab EV charging stations, dedicated exclusively for Grab drivers. With an investment of more than 400 million baht, Sharge aims to establish 40 charging stations nationwide by 2027. Parichat Sriwilai, deputy director of driver management at Grab Thailand, said since 2020 Grab Thailand has promoted EV adoption among drivers and riders, providing ride-hailing and delivery services through the Grab EV programme. The Grab EV charging stations are expected to feature a special rate of 6 baht per kilowatt-hour (kWh) for Grab drivers, compared with the standard rate of 6.4-7.6 baht per kWh.
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February 02, 2026 00:13 UTC
Wellness important for Thai homebuyers
Wellness important for Thai homebuyersListen to this articleCaption caption. As a consequence, they prefer group-based wellness activities like yoga classes or group workouts to stay connected. This segment consists primarily of families who value health, but face practical obstacles in maintaining routines. They look for residential services such as hospital shuttle buses and high-level safety features. HOLISTIC WELLNESSThe final segment comprises 14% and is dubbed the "holistic wellness" group.
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February 02, 2026 00:13 UTC
Instant commerce reshaping Thai retail
The rapid emergence of instant commerce in Thailand, a retail evolution defined by delivery within a few hours, will become the new battlefield for on-demand players and e-commerce platforms, say brands. The move comes as traditional e-commerce matures, with instant commerce offering massive growth potential through data-driven insights and the ability to capture impulsive "micro-moments". Louise Andersen, Thailand digital commerce lead at The Magnum Ice Cream Company, said Wall's moved early into instant commerce to meet instant-gratification demand, especially late-night cravings at home that physical carts could not serve. As instant commerce consumers are "demanding" and suffering from "choice paralysis", brands must be visible early and throughout the exploration journey to remind consumers to buy, she said. Zero commerce represents online transactions occurring directly within social media, AI chatbots, or search results, eliminating the need for consumers to visit a traditional e-commerce website.
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February 02, 2026 00:05 UTC
Samart to bid for projects of over B30bn
Samart to bid for projects of over B30bnListen to this articleMr Watchai is upbeat about this year's revenue and profit. SET-listed Samart Corporation aims to participate in bids for projects valued at more than 30 billion baht this year, targeting total revenue of over 14 billion baht, up 30% year-on-year. As a parent company, Samart Corp targets net profit of 859 million baht in 2026, with subsidiaries Samart Aviation Solutions (SAV) expected to post profit of 620 million baht, Samart Telcoms (SAMTEL) 300 million, TEDA 130 million, and Samart Digital Communication (SDC) 100 million. The business targets revenue of 6.5 billion baht this year, representing revenue growth of at least 20%. This year Samart targets revenue of 6.8 billion baht from this business, with SAV accounting for roughly 2.6 billion baht.
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February 02, 2026 00:01 UTC
Sino-Thai tales caught on camera
The stories of a Chinese community are told through the camera for "The Show Must Go On", which is running at the historic New Chinese Daily News Printing House, Charoen Krung 24, until Feb 8. They are exhibited against the walls of the printing house and office of the New Chinese Daily News, the oldest Chinese-language newspaper in Thailand. Rather, they humbly blend in, as though they had always belonged there, and show stories through portraits and distinctive architecture. It is like walking through an old neighbourhood and suddenly encountering something that makes us pause, look closer and reflect. Each element carries out its role quietly, yet together they form an evolving identity that is steadily taking shape anew.
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February 01, 2026 23:55 UTC
The weight of being
Human Resource is less about parenthood itself than about accountability -- to the world we inhabit, the systems we sustain and the emotional environments we normalise. A key theme running through Human Resource is the idea that power and control no longer exist only in formal institutions like offices or corporations. Violence, in Human Resource, is rarely physical or loud; it exists in routines, expectations and self-censorship. Rather than positioning Human Resource as a message-driven work, Nawapol describes it as an open-ended process shared between film and viewer. "For me, Human Resource is like one of those personality tests people enjoy taking," Nawapol said.
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February 01, 2026 23:54 UTC
Eden Estate plans B2.4bn Bang Na sports club
Eden Estate plans B2.4bn Bang Na sports clubListen to this articleEden Country Club is expected to target family demand in the Bang Na area. Eden Estate Corporation, a property developer owned by a granddaughter of Thailand's richest tycoon Dhanin Chearavanont, plans to invest 2.4 billion baht to develop a private sports club in the Bang Na area, targeting to break even within seven years. Eden Country Club will be developed on a 24-rai plot on Bang Na-Trat Soi 66 near Concordian International School owned by Varnnee Chearavanont Ross, the eldest daughter of Mr Dhanin. "Initially, it was intended to be divided among family members, one rai each, for private homes, but everyone eventually settled in different parts of the world." Founded in 2017 with registered capital of 145 million baht, Eden Estate Corp, renamed from 1.6 Development Corporation in 2021, has developed two luxury condo projects.
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February 01, 2026 23:47 UTC
Merkle sees continued fervour for gold
Listen to this articleThe outcome of US legislation is expected to drive the crypto market this year. Recent flare-ups in the Middle East, particularly tensions involving the US and Iran, have pushed gold prices sharply higher, while digital assets have come under renewed selling pressure. Despite long-standing narratives framing Bitcoin as "digital gold", price behaviour suggests otherwise in the current environment, said Thanalop Preedamanoch, fund manager at Merkle Capital. Two US bills, the Clarity Act and the Genius Act, could determine the market direction in the coming months, said Mr Thanalop. As of Jan 29, gold significantly outperformed Bitcoin, with prices soaring by 15.1% to around US$5,600 per ounce.
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February 01, 2026 23:06 UTC
New fund may finance electric rail lines
New fund may finance electric rail linesListen to this articleSepo is studying the creation of a 200-billion-baht Thailand Future Fund to acquire all electric railway projects in Bangkok and surrounding areas. Pattarapong ChatpattarasillThe State Enterprise Policy Office (Sepo) is studying guidelines for establishing a 200-billion-baht Thailand Future Fund to acquire all electric railway projects in Bangkok and surrounding areas, bringing them under state ownership. According to Tibordee Wattanakul, director-general of Sepo, the office is examining whether the fundraising vehicle for acquiring the electric rail projects should use the existing Thailand Future Fund or whether a new fund should be created. The current fund has six years remaining, while a new infrastructure fund under the Thailand Future Fund framework would have a 10-year lifespan. Regarding election campaigns, some political parties have proposed flat electric rail fares of 20 baht per trip, while others have proposed 40 baht for unlimited daily travel.
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February 01, 2026 23:05 UTC
Rising Thai star falls short again
Badminton Association of ThailandPanitchaphon Teeraratsakul suffered a heartbreak after he narrowly lost in the men's singles final of the BWF Princess Sirivannavari Thailand Masters on Sunday. Earlier, world No.63 Devika Sihag finished off a perfect week in the Thai capital with her first ever Super 300 title. Indonesian players also dominated the doubles competition, sweeping the men's doubles, women's doubles and the mixed doubles titles on Sunday. Top seeds Leo Rolly Carnando/Bagas Maulana defeated youngsters Raymond Indra/Nikolaus Joaquin 21-10, 21-17 in an all-Indonesian men's doubles decider. Amallia Cahaya Pratiwi/Siti Fadia Silva Ramadhanti took home the women's doubles crown with a 15-21, 21-15, 21-18 win over Bao Li Jing/Li Yi Jing of China.
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February 01, 2026 23:05 UTC
Sharks strike late to throw Port off track
Sharks strike late to throw Port off trackListen to this articleChonburi's Oege van Lingen celebrates his goal in front of a stand. The defeat leaves Port third in the table on 33 points, while Chonburi climb to 10th with 21. The visitors looked set to escape with the points until George Felipe struck deep into added time. Teerasak Phoeiphimai opened the scoring in the ninth minute, before Oege van Lingen equalised for the Sharks midway through the first half. Elsewhere, BG Pathum United and Chiang Rai United shared the spoils in a 2–2 draw at BG Stadium.
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February 01, 2026 23:04 UTC
Futsal stars shift focus to Iraq
Futsal stars shift focus to IraqListen to this articleThailand futsal players train ahead of their quarter-final match against Iraq in Jakarta on Tuesday. PRThailand's national futsal team are refusing to let confidence slip into complacency as they prepare for tomorrow's high‑stakes quarter‑final against Iraq at the AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026 in Jakarta. Their opponents Iraq, runners‑up in Group A, advanced with seven points, level with hosts Indonesia but edged into second place on goal difference. The fixture promises to be a stern test because Iraq have retained much of the squad that Thailand faced two years ago. Iraq have many players from their previous squad, and we've met them before."
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February 01, 2026 23:04 UTC
Parties court small businesses with pledges
As a result, small businesses have struggled to compete with larger domestic and foreign players in the country. Mr Somchai said he expects stronger support for small retail operators, as current regulations do not favour them. Small operators registered as juristic persons face multiple tax obligations, including corporate income tax and value-added tax (VAT). Mr Somchai urged the government to provide clearer guidelines and practical support for small operators concerning accounting practices and taxation. CO-PAYMENT SCHEMESThe Bhumjaithai Party, People's Party and Pheu Thai Party, the three leading parties in recent opinion polls, are presenting their economic plans to the public.
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February 01, 2026 23:02 UTC
Durian market hit by labour shortages
The DIT anticipates durian supply of 1.78 million tonnes this year. Thai durian exports are expected to face several hurdles due to labour shortages and a lack of collection centres during the harvest season. "Assuming the weather does not negatively impact the harvest season starting in April, we anticipate durian supply will increase by 10% year-on-year," he said. The department is also seeking to tap the Indian market by raising awareness of Thai durian among Indian visitors. To lift domestic consumption, the department plans to promote Thai durian to Thai consumers and foreign visitors, including Indian, Russian and South Korean arrivals.
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February 01, 2026 23:01 UTC
Adapting to a new world order
Business leaders and analysts in Thailand urged the country to adapt quickly to the new global order. With the US‑led global order weakening and middle‑power alliances emerging, Thailand needs a government capable of positioning the country strategically amid rising political risks. To stay competitive in the evolving global trade landscape, it's essential for businesses to maximise the benefits of FTAs," he said. NO TURNING BACK"What Trump did during the past year reshaped the global order, and I believe this change is not temporary. Trump's moves to rework the global order have forced countries to adjust their strategies, said Mr Somjai.
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February 01, 2026 23:01 UTC