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Four new airlines to join Thailand’s crowded skies Four new airlines in Thailand The Thai Transport Ministry has announced that there are four companies seeking licenses to operate airline services in Thailand – P80 Air, Really Cool Air, Landarch Airline and Siam Seaplane. The process of obtaining air service licenses is expected to take some time, and the four new airlines are expected to be approved to operate next year. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289057-four-new-airlines-to-join-thailand’s-crowded-skies/

Four new airlines in Thailand The Thai Transport Ministry has announced that there are four companies seeking licenses to operate airline services in Thailand – P80 Air, Really Cool Air, Landarch Airline and Siam Seaplane. The process of obtaining air service licenses is expected to take some time, and the four new airlines are expected to be approved to operate next year. They join a crowded sky over Thailand which already has Thai Air Asia, Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air, Thai Viet Jet, Nok Air and Bangkok Airways. Thai Smile, the short haul and discount offshoot from Thai Airways is expected to be amalgamated into the parent company. The four new aviation companies have contacted the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) for an air operating license (AOL). Once they get an AOL, they can proceed to ask for an air operating certificate for carrying out airline services. The source revealed that P80 Air has made the most progress as it has already applied for an AOL, and its application is being considered by the CAAT. It is expected that Really Cool Air will submit its AOL application soon, according to a source with knowledge of the matter. P80Air will be operated by the P80 Air Co Ltd, which is owned by Prayudh Mahagitsiri, whose Thoresen Thai Agencies (TTA) also has several logistics companies in its stable, including a marine transport firm. The company is expected to invest about 2 billion baht to get the new airline off the ground. It will provide both chartered and regular flights, using Boeing 787-800 planes. In the first year, the airline will lease four planes for the services and expand its fleet to 20 in four years. On the other hand, Really Cool Air is owned by Patee Sarasin, the former CEO of Nok Air. After leaving Nok Air, Patee started a tourism booking platform called Really Really Cool. The source said Really Cool Air will also be a full-service airline, offering long-haul flight services to Australia and Europe. The source added that M-Landarch Co Ltd, which is the authorised distributor of Cessna planes in Thailand, will operate the Landarch Airline with Cessna C208B aircraft. Each Cessna C208B can fly up to 12 passengers, and the airline will operate from Hat Yai to other southern provinces. Initially, it will fly to Betong in Yala, Naratiwat and Surat Thani. Finally, Siam Seaplane will be run by Siam Seaplane Co Ltd, using its fleet of seaplanes to provide flight services to tourist destinations on the sea. The source said the CAAT is likely to approve Siam Seaplane to initially provide taxi services instead of full route services until the CAAT is certain of its safety. Source: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/national-news/four-new-airlines-to-join-thailands-crowded-skies/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-03-13 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Thai listed companies strengthen workforce even amid COVID-19 outbreak BANGKOK (SET) - No company was spared by the COVID-19 pandemic, large or small, but Thai listed companies have proved their resilience again with a growing workforce. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289056-thai-listed-companies-strengthen-workforce-even-amid-covid-19-outbreak/

BANGKOK (SET) - No company was spared by the COVID-19 pandemic, large or small, but Thai listed companies have proved their resilience again with a growing workforce. Following the outbreak in 2020 that led to lockdown measures and prolonged economic downturn, Thailand’s overall unemployment jumped, from 1.02 percent to its peak of 2.25 percent during 2020-2022. The unemployment rate reduced in the third quarter of 2022 after the relaxing of COVID-19 measures, to end the quarter at 1.24 percent. Against all odds, the downturn did not affect Thai listed companies’ hiring during the period and the Thai capital market has proved to be the country’s main funding source in driving the country’s economy. As The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) and Market for Alternative Investment (mai) saw total fund mobilization of USD 29.73 billion which included the offering amount of USD 12.52 billion by 111 initial public offerings (IPOs) during 2020-2022, while listed companies actually increased their workforce. SET’s Research Department recently compiled the employment data from Form 56-1 One Report and found that the combined workforce of 775 listed companies was 1.74 million at the end of 2021, an increase of 141,409 or 8.8 percent from the previous year (125,676 by SET-listed companies and 16,133 by mai-listed companies). Significantly, the number of listed companies’ workforce at the end of 2021 already surpassed that of the pre-COVID crisis level. The increase was attributable mainly to business restructuring, mergers and product diversification among large-sized corporates listed before 2021 as well as the employee base of companies listed in 2021. At the end of the year, listed companies’ total workforce accounted for 4.6 percent of the employed population. Their gross payroll amounted to USD 23.91 billion and they contributed 24 percent of 2021 individual income taxes based on the tax rate at 15 percent. In the year, companies in the Services industry group – from commerce and tourism & leisure to health care services sectors - showed the largest workforce (543,867 workers or 31.1 percent of total) and the biggest increase in workforce (70,789 workers or 49.9 percent of total increase) thanks to the end of strict COVID-19 measures. The data corresponded well with the SET Note Volume 10/2565 SET CEO Survey (Special Issue). Asked about their human resource policy during the outbreak, the CEOs admitted that they felt the impacts on business operations but most of them tried to maintain the workforce and even welcome new hires in preparation for economic recovery. Once again, figures affirmed how resilient Thai companies have been and will be. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230313173804652 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-03-13 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Phuket officials sign agreement to address labour shortage in tourism, hospitality PHOTO: Flickr/Patong Beach Lodge Representatives of Phuket’s business sector and the Office of Vocational Education Commission have signed an agreement aimed at tackling the labour shortage on the island. The Bangkok Post reports that under the agreement, vocational institutes would provide graduates and part-time students to the tourism and service industries. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289047-phuket-officials-sign-agreement-to-address-labour-shortage-in-tourism-hospitality/

PHOTO: Flickr/Patong Beach Lodge Representatives of Phuket’s business sector and the Office of Vocational Education Commission have signed an agreement aimed at tackling the labour shortage on the island. The Bangkok Post reports that under the agreement, vocational institutes would provide graduates and part-time students to the tourism and service industries. Latest figures show the island currently needs around 30,000 additional workers. Multiple sectors of Phuket’s hospitality and tourism economy have been screaming for new staff to keep their businesses growing following the new influx of tourists since October last year. Somporn Pandam, deputy secretary-general of the OVEC, says study courses can be adjusted to allow suitably-qualified graduates to take up work immediately after graduating. He says the Phuket model could serve as a pilot for other vocational institutes and businesses around the country. Phuket’s tourism sector is bouncing back in a big way, following Covid-19, but with countless workers having left the province during the pandemic, the island is experiencing an extreme labour shortage. Many former workers in the tourism sector have not returned or are now working in other sectors. The director of Phuket Vocational College, Witthaya Ketchu, says his institute has played an important role in trying to address the problem, by holding job fairs and inviting skilled graduates from elsewhere in the region to attend. “The agreement signed today is also for over 3,000 business firms and 48 educational institutes under OVEC to arrange for students to work part-time in Phuket during their vacation. It is hoped this would help solve the labour shortage in the province.” Phuket Governor Narong Woonciew, who was one of the signatories to yesterday’s agreement, says addressing the labour shortage is critical to the island’s bid to host the 2028 Specialised Expo and to promoting Phuket as an international medical hub within the next 5 years. Source: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/phuket-news/phuket-officials-sign-agreement-to-address-labour-shortage-in-tourism-hospitality/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-03-13 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Two Phuket restaurants charged with possession of protected marine life Two seafood restaurants in Phuket have been charged with the illegal possession of protected marine life, according to a Phuket News report. The unnamed floating restaurants have been found in breach of environmental laws after authorities seized a variety of protected marine life. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289046-two-phuket-restaurants-charged-with-possession-of-protected-marine-life/

Two seafood restaurants in Phuket have been charged with the illegal possession of protected marine life, according to a Phuket News report. The unnamed floating restaurants have been found in breach of environmental laws after authorities seized a variety of protected marine life. These cases come up from time to time as the demand continues for the serving up of exotic marine life. Officials from the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources visited both restaurants on Saturday, after a number of video clips on social media appeared to show that they had protected marine life on the premises. During a search of both premises, officials found a variety of ornamental fish which cannot be caught legally. It’s understood that one restaurant had 11 protected sea creatures, including butterflyfish, lionfish, orange-lined triggerfish, and moray eels. At the other, officials found 4 creatures, including moorish idols, lionfish and dog-faced puffer fish. The Phuket News reports that the management of both establishments have been taken to Karon Police Station for legal processing. Late last year, another 3 seafood restaurants in Karon – Chic Restaurant, Bounty Seafood, and Ton Tan Seafood – were charged with the illegal sale of baby parrotfish. Source: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/phuket-news/two-phuket-restaurants-charged-with-possession-of-protected-marine-life/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-03-13 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Local Fishing Accident Results in Hundreds of Dead Fish Being Found on Bang Saen Beach The Chonburi Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) has confirmed that hundreds of dead fish previously washed up on Bang Saen Beach were the result of a local fishing boat accident. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289045-local-fishing-accident-results-in-hundreds-of-dead-fish-being-found-on-bang-saen-beach/

The Chonburi Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) has confirmed that hundreds of dead fish previously washed up on Bang Saen Beach were the result of a local fishing boat accident. A massive number of dead fish were reported having been washed up on Bang Saen Beach in Chonburi on March 11th, prompting an immediate investigation between the DMCR and the Upper Gulf of Thailand Coastal Resources Research and Development Center, DMCR deputy director-general, Mr. Apichai Ekwanakul, revealed to local media. He said the fish was mostly the same species of Anodontostoma Chacunda, also known as the shortnose gizzard shad, and they were of similar size, leading to an initial assumption that they might have escaped from a fishing trap. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/03/13/local-fishing-accident-results-in-hundreds-of-dead-fish-being-found-on-bang-saen-beach/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-03-13 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Thai National Elephant Day Celebrated in Historic City of Ayutthaya AYUTTHAYA, March 13 (TNA) – The Ayutthaya Elephant Palace and Royal Kraal on Monday celebrated the Thai National Elephant Day to honour elephants which have played an important role in Thai history and culture. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289044-thai-national-elephant-day-celebrated-in-historic-city-of-ayutthaya/

AYUTTHAYA, March 13 (TNA) – The Ayutthaya Elephant Palace and Royal Kraal on Monday celebrated the Thai National Elephant Day to honour elephants which have played an important role in Thai history and culture. The province’s senior monks received alms from the elephants and mahouts, participating in the ceremony and sprinkled holy water to bless the animals. Eighty elephants enjoyed a buffet of vegetables and fruit at the elephant village of the Royal Kraal. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1132718 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2023-03-13 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Another Traffic-Hindering Roadwork Fatigues Pattaya Residents on Third Road PHOTO: บริษัท โสภณ เคเบิ้ล ที.วี.และสื่อสาร พัทยา จำกัด Pattaya City is partly blocking off yet another road to fix a drainage problem that had just been fixed. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288815-another-traffic-hindering-roadwork-fatigues-pattaya-residents-on-third-road/

PHOTO: บริษัท โสภณ เคเบิ้ล ที.วี.และสื่อสาร พัทยา จำกัด Pattaya City is partly blocking off yet another road to fix a drainage problem that had just been fixed. Local media reported that Pattaya locals residing on Pattaya Third Road near the Moom Aroi restaurant are complaining about the beginning of a new roadwork to install a drainage system and some large underground pumps. The Thai media said the project is taking up two lanes or about 50 meters of Pattaya Third Road, resulting in travel difficulties although this particular spot, according to the media, had previously gone through a drainage-laying project several months ago, which was supposed to be completed already according to the city’s announcement. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/03/10/another-traffic-hindering-roadwork-fatigues-pattaya-residents-on-third-road/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-03-10 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

STYLE Bangkok 2023 to Take Place in Bangkok This Month BANGKOK (NNT) - The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) has partnered with the Board of Trade of Thailand to organize the “STYLE Bangkok 2023” event, which is set to feature 500 exhibitors showcasing and selling their goods at nearly 1,000 booths. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288814-style-bangkok-2023-to-take-place-in-bangkok-this-month/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) has partnered with the Board of Trade of Thailand to organize the “STYLE Bangkok 2023” event, which is set to feature 500 exhibitors showcasing and selling their goods at nearly 1,000 booths. This year marks the sixth time the event is being held and it is organized this time on a full scale after a two-year suspension due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The event, estimated to generate 1.4 billion baht in revenue, will be held at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center. DITP Director-General Phusit Ratanakul Sereroengrit stated that the lifestyle and fashion industry has played a major role in driving the Thai economy because more than 90% of businesses in this sector are SMEs employing over 1 million workers. He noted that exports of lifestyle and fashion goods in 2022 grew 16.5% year on year and were worth 450 billion baht. According to Thai Chamber of Commerce & Board of Trade Thailand President Sanan Angubolkul, the timing of STYLE Bangkok 2023 is ideal as Thailand has fully opened itself for tourism and trade with countries worldwide. The event confirms Thailand’s readiness and potential to host any global event, as well as aligns with its objective of developing its lifestyle-product sector into a global powerhouse while expanding exports. With the theme "sustainability+," the organizers hope to make the event a platform to promote and raise awareness of sustainable marketing, with the ultimate goal to transform Thailand into an Asian hub for lifestyle items and fashion. STYLE Bangkok 2023 will take place from March 22 to 26 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, level G, Halls 1-4. The business negotiation days are slated for March 22-24 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., while days for the public are set for March 25 and 26 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Visit www.stylebangkokfair.com or STYLE Bangkok Fair on Facebook or Instagram for more information. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230310185522034 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-03-10 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Suspect arrested following fatal shooting of child in front of a Pattani mosque Police have arrested a suspect and seized the handgun thought to have been used in the killing of a 14-year-old girl who was sitting outside a mosque in Pattani province this morning. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288801-14-year-old-girl-killed-in-front-of-a-mosque-in-pattani/?do=findComment&comment=17946708

Suspect arrested following fatal shooting of child in front of a Pattani mosque Police have arrested a suspect and seized the handgun thought to have been used in the killing of a 14-year-old girl who was sitting outside a mosque in Pattani province this morning. Following the shooting in Village 6 of Puyut sub-district this morning, police checked the local CCTV system and found the suspected car. The police traced the car to a house in Prachan sub-district of Yarang district and laid siege to the house, while trying to talk the suspect, who was hiding inside, to surrender. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/suspect-arrested-following-fatal-shooting-of-child-in-front-of-a-pattani-mosque/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-03-10 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Take Care Kids Thailand to March to Say NO to Violence Against Women This Sunday This upcoming Sunday, the 12th of March, Take Care Kids is organizing a walk to say No to Violence Against Women. They will meet at the former Thai Airways office (beginning of Beach Road) at 9.30 am. The walk on the Beach Road sidewalk will end as soon as they reach Central Pattaya Road (Klang). Everyone is invited. A white t-shirt is recommended. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288809-take-care-kids-thailand-to-march-to-say-no-to-violence-against-women-this-sunday/

This upcoming Sunday, the 12th of March, Take Care Kids is organizing a walk to say No to Violence Against Women. They will meet at the former Thai Airways office (beginning of Beach Road) at 9.30 am. The walk on the Beach Road sidewalk will end as soon as they reach Central Pattaya Road (Klang). Everyone is invited. A white t-shirt is recommended. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/03/10/take-care-kids-thailand-to-march-to-say-no-to-violence-against-women-this-sunday-in-pattaya/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-03-10 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Sedan Driver Mistakes Green Light for Red Light Before Colliding into Another Sedan A sedan ran a red light and crashed into another vehicle, causing it to ram into a sign pole. The driver was unharmed and claimed that she had mistaken a green light for a red light. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288807-sedan-driver-mistakes-green-light-for-red-light-before-colliding-into-another-sedan/

A sedan ran a red light and crashed into another vehicle, causing it to ram into a sign pole. The driver was unharmed and claimed that she had mistaken a green light for a red light. Sawang Boriboon rescue responders rushed to a traffic accident site at the intersection in Central Pattaya around 3 AM this morning, March 10th. They found two sedans, white and bronze Honda Civics, a fallen motorcycle, and car parts scattered on the road. The white car had large damage on the right side. It had also crashed and toppled a sign pole on the side of the road. The rescuers told The Pattaya News that three people had been injured by the accident, including a white sedan driver and a motorcycle rider. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/03/10/sedan-driver-mistakes-green-light-for-red-light-in-pattaya-before-colliding-into-another-sedan/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-03-10 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

France Donates Over a Million Doses of Booster Vaccine to Thailand BANGKOK, March 10 (TNA) – France will donate 1,000,200 doses of Moderna vaccine against Covid-19 to Thailand. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288805-france-donates-over-a-million-doses-of-booster-vaccine-to-thailand/

BANGKOK, March 10 (TNA) – France will donate 1,000,200 doses of Moderna vaccine against Covid-19 to Thailand. The donation will be formally presented to Deputy Prime Minister and Public Health Minister by French Ambassador to Thailand, Thierry Mathou at the Public Health Ministry on March 13. It comes in a context in which the World Health Organization (WHO) reminds that the pandemic is at a point transition and people must remain vigilant. With this new donation, France will have offered more than 4.2 million doses of vaccines to Thailand since March 2022. It illustrates the friendship between two countries and determination to strengthen cooperation in the spirit of the “Roadmap for France-Thailand bilateral relations 2022-2024. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1131059 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2023-03-10 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Maya Bay’s new southern competition – Hat Yao Beach in Trang Hat Yao beach in Trang A hidden gem on the Andaman coast is set to become the next big thing for international travellers. Hat Yao beach, situated in the Trang province, is being dubbed the next Maya Bay – the picture-postcard beach made famous by Leonardo DiCaprio in the 2000 movie “The Beach”. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288802-maya-bay’s-new-southern-competition-–-hat-yao-beach-in-trang/