Thai Satellite KNACKSAT-2 Set for Launch

BANGKOK (NNT) – King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB) has announced a plan to launch its second satellite, KNACKSAT-2, into orbit. Thailand’s THEOS-2 Satellite Launches Into Space Prof. Dr. Somrerk Chandraamporn, Vice President for Research and Development of Information Technology at KMUTNB, emphasized that KMUTNB, as a technology and innovation-focused university, endeavors to […]

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Isuzu mulls e-pickup factory in Thailand

Japanese automaker Isuzu Motors plans to build a factory to make electric pickups in Thailand if local demand for the vehicles increases significantly, says Tri Petch Isuzu, the local distributor of cars under the Isuzu brand. Japanese car giants promise to use Thailand as production base The Yokohama-based company believes Thailand has the potential to […]

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Thai Government’s Planned Later Closing Times for Nightlife Businesses Challenged by Drunk Driving Victims

A group of anti-drunk driving activists and victims petitioned the Thai government to cancel its plan to extend the closing hours for entertainment businesses. Thai Government to Review Pubs and Bars Operating Hours On Thursday, October 12th, members of the Drink No Drive group, consisting of activists and drunk-driving victims and their families, gathered at […]

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Siam Paragon shooting unlikely to impact Thai tourism, but other factors could rain on the parade

Thai businesses remain optimistic about the outlook for tourism despite the shooting incident at Siam Paragon, but remain wary of unpredictable events. Siam Paragon shooting claims third victim as Thai woman succumbs to wounds The tragic incident happened on October 3 when a 14-year-old boy allegedly went on a shooting spree at the upmarket Siam […]

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