“70 Years of Thai Engineering, Growing with AEC”

Wednesday 27 March 2013 14:34
The Engineering Institute of Thailand under H.M. the King’s Patronage (EIT) and IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd. kick off the largest-ever National Engineering Conference and Thailand Engineering Expo 2013 under the theme of “70 Years of Thai Engineering, Growing with AEC”. The event comprises of conferences, seminar programs and workshops organized by the EIT and many other supporting trade associations. Held from November 14-17, 2013 at Challenger 3, IMPACT Exhibition & Convention Center, Bangkok.

Mr. Suwat Chaopricha President of The Engineering Institute of Thailand under H.M. The King’s Patronage (EIT) explained that this annual event, in its second year, celebrates the 70thanniversary under the theme of “70 Years of Thai Engineering, Growing with AEC” in order to stimulate the engineering sectors for the upcoming AEC. One of the goals is to develop Thai engineering technology to meet international standards and benefit Thailand’s economy. This event will take place during 14-17 November 2013 at IMPACT Challenger 3, Muang Thong Thani.

The activities are divided into two areas, first is the National Engineering Conference with more than 50 interesting subjects throughout 4 days such as Towards AEC 2015, Threats & Opportunities for Thailand's Engineering Industry, Current Energy Situation in Thailand, and An Update on Engineering Technology Developments. The second area is the Thailand Engineering Expo that will demonstrate a variety of engineering technologies and innovative products to engineers, students and the public.

“In preparation for the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) and competing in global markets, EIT will hold a panel discussion entitled "70 Years of Thai Engineering, Growing with AEC” with interesting topics such as Preparedness and Competitiveness Improvement of Thai Engineers for the impending AEC, Engineering Development Strategy and Direction, and Government Support for Thailand’s Engineering Industry. These topics will be presented by veteran speakers including Mr. Krai Tungsa-nga, Vice President of The Engineering Institute of Thailand Under H.M. The King’s Patronage, Mr. Smith Obayawat, President of The Association of Siamese Architects Under Royal Patronage, Mr. Aungsurus Areekul, President of Thai Contractors Association Under H.M. the King’s Patronage and Mr. Pisit Puthipiroj, President of The Consulting Engineers Association of Thailand. The panel discussion is free and open to the public on March 23, 2013 at the Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit Hotel,” Mr. Suwat added.

Ms. Pornpan Bulner, Assistant Director of Projects of IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd. said that Thailand Engineering Expo 2012 was very successful. It received overwhelming interest from entrepreneurs, organizations as well as engineering public and private sectors. The event featured more than 250 booths and over 14,000 visitors from 13 countries around the world who were there to enjoy the exhibitions, observe the conferences and exchange ideas and experiences through seminars, leading to fresh ideas and introduction of engineering innovations and new products to the public.

Thailand Engineering Expo 2013 is considered the platform for the entire engineering community, university students, and general public to display their work and enjoy exhibitions for new technologies and innovations from leading national and international organizations. The event will also feature an “Engineer Clinic” to give free advice on construction law and frequently found construction problems such as collapses of buildings, fractures, and negligent contractors. Thailand Engineering Expo 2013 is sponsored by many major organizations such as the Ministry of Energy, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, SCG, PTT, Bangchack Petroleum, Ritta, and Power Red. The event is expected to be another huge success.

Thailand Engineering Expo 2013 will take place during November 14-17, 2013 at Challenger 3, IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center, Muang Thong Thani. For those interested in the event and require further information, both exhibitors and visitors, please contact Mr. Ajinveat Vhongthong, Project Manager of IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd. Tel: 66 (0) 2833 5210 Fax: 66 (0) 2833 5127 — 9 Email: [email protected] or visit http://thailand-engineering.eit.or.th for more details.