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July 19, 2007

KNORR SPARKS "2 E – EAT BREAKFAST & EXERCISE" INSPIRATION; MAKES "KNORR ENERGY CUP JOKE" GOOD SOURCE OF ENERGY FOR KIDS

KNORR SPARKS "2 E – EAT BREAKFAST & EXERCISE" INSPIRATION; MAKES "KNORR ENERGY CUP JOKE" GOOD SOURCE OF ENERGY FOR KIDS

19 Jul 07 18:26
Unilever by Knorr adds vitality to Thai kids’ lives with the launch of “Knorr Energy Cup Jok” and the campaigning for “2E” focusing on “eating breakfast” and “exercising” for better health of Thai kids Mr. Jerome Charachon - Vice President
Photo Release: It’s Cool, Animated and Wild: It’s "Mickey’s Summer Blasts" Only at Hong Kong Disneyland

Photo Release: It’s Cool, Animated and Wild: It’s "Mickey’s Summer Blasts" Only at Hong Kong Disneyland

19 Jul 07 17:35
Mickey’s Summer Blast "Super Fans", Jiro Wang and Aaron Yan from popular Taiwanese band Fahrenheit, today joined Bill Ernest, Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Hong Kong Disneyland and Jasmine Law, 2007 Hong Kong Disneyland Ambassador, for a special sneak peek to
Photo Release: Students to benefit from new Canon scholarship

Photo Release: Students to benefit from new Canon scholarship

19 Jul 07 16:56
Mr. Hisahiro Minokawa, President and CEO and Capt. Soontorn Pantaramongkon, Senior Director & General Manager, Business Imaging Solutions Division, Canon Marketing (Thailand) Co., Ltd., in association with Canon copier dealers nationwide, recently presented a new scholarship to students
Photo caption release

Photo caption release

19 Jul 07 16:49
To broaden the experience and widen knowledge of Morning Talk TV programme viewers, Dr Valerie McKenzie (standing-centre), Anchor and Lead Presenter of Morning Talk TV Programme, together with Khun Sansanee Sitapan Moller (standing-right) Co-presenter and Morning Talk TV crew members recently
Fall in Love with the flavors of Piedmont With Hot Guest Chef "Frederico Frigato "At Giorgio’s - Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers

Fall in Love with the flavors of Piedmont With Hot Guest Chef "Frederico Frigato "At Giorgio’s - Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers

19 Jul 07 16:30
Enjoy fresh and feisty summertime dishes prepared by one of Italy’s rising stars at the Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers’ - Giorgio’s restaurant - from August 3 – 12, 2007. Like a young Jamie Oliver, Chef Frederico Frigato is a handsome lad who is being
KTC presents KTC-I am top spenders with over 320,000 Baht in prizes.

KTC presents KTC-I am top spenders with over 320,000 Baht in prizes.

19 Jul 07 14:02
Nattasit Soontranu (right), Vice President–Card Acquisition, “KTC” or Krungthai Card Public Company Limited, Pichaya Boonharaksakul (6th from right), Corporate Banking Manager, Jubilee Enterprise Company Limited and, Apiwat Ourairat (2nd from right), Managing Director, RSU
Qantas/British Airways Early Bird Specials to London

Qantas/British Airways Early Bird Specials to London

19 Jul 07 13:48
Travellers from Thailand heading to the United Kingdom will be pleased to know that this month Qantas/British Airways has launched Early Bird Specials for return travel to London. Under Early Bird Specials, Qantas/British Airways return tickets from Bangkok to London start from just 27,900 baht
FCI growth 20 % to Bt570 million this year

FCI growth 20 % to Bt570 million this year

19 Jul 07 13:40
FCI International expects its sales of ready-built factories to show robust growth of 20 per cent to Bt570 million this year due mainly to production expansion projects. Managing director Panom Pimsaeng said yesterday that business had picked up because many local operators revived their
ASEAN’S FIRST "MILLIONAIRE EXPO" TO DEBUT IN THAILAND

ASEAN’S FIRST "MILLIONAIRE EXPO" TO DEBUT IN THAILAND

19 Jul 07 13:36
Event organizer Eurasia Entertainment inks deal with Siam Paragon This coming November, southeast Asia will have its very own “millionaire” lifestyle consumer show, featuring under one roof some of the best-known premium brands in the world. Although luxury consumer shows have been
SunSilk Leave On holds workshop to provide secrets of DIY natural hair styling and facial makeup

SunSilk Leave On holds workshop to provide secrets of DIY natural hair styling and facial makeup

19 Jul 07 13:27
SunSilk Leave-On and “SunSilk Ready Hair Contest Partnering With CLEO” campaign led by Miss Pantipar Pongchairerks (front row, middle), Brand Manager-SunSilk, Unilever Thai Trading Co., Ltd. invited more than 20 Cleo female readers to the workshop on “Easy and Simple Do It
TODAY  BIOTECH CROPS MADE REDUCTION ON CO2 EMISSION

TODAY BIOTECH CROPS MADE REDUCTION ON CO2 EMISSION

19 Jul 07 12:01
TODAY BIOTECH CROPS MADE REDUCTION ON CO2 EMISSION EQUIVALENT TO REMOVING 3.6 MILLION CARS FROM THE ROAD FOR ONE YEAR 2006 marked the first year of the second decade of commercialization of biotech crops, 2006-2015. Farmers have consistently increased their plantings of biotech crops by
Photo Release: "TANGO with TRADE : Celebrating TAFTA"

Photo Release: "TANGO with TRADE : Celebrating TAFTA"

19 Jul 07 11:14
Mr Tim Fischer AC (2nd right), former Australia Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Trade & Chairman of Australia-Thai Institute, is seen with (left-right) Mr Gary Woollacott; President of AustCham Thailand, Mr Prachuab Chaiyasan; Chairman of the University Council of Ramkhamhaeng
APC-MGE APPOINTS ‘MR. ETIENNE GUEROU’ AS NEW GM THAILAND

APC-MGE APPOINTS ‘MR. ETIENNE GUEROU’ AS NEW GM THAILAND

19 Jul 07 11:08
APC-MGE, a global leader in critical power and cooling services, today announced the appointment of Etienne Guerou as General Manager of APC-MGE Thailand. Etienne Guerou reports to George Kong, recently appointed as General Manager of ASEAN for APC-MGE. According to George Kong, “We are
Raimon Land Takes the Lead in Environmental Conservation Projects

Raimon Land Takes the Lead in Environmental Conservation Projects

19 Jul 07 11:05
Residential condominium developer Raimon Land announced today a series of initiatives aimed at making its projects and the company a leader in the field of environmental conservation. The company revealed that all units at its Northpoint project in Pattaya will have double glazed window systems.
3Com and SE-ED Book Center announce exclusive alliance

3Com and SE-ED Book Center announce exclusive alliance

19 Jul 07 10:44
3Com’s ADSL Modems “OfficeConnect Wireless 54 Mbps” to be sold at Se-Ed stores nationwide starting today 3Com Corporation (NASDAQ: COMS) a leading provider of secure, converged voice and data networking solutions, today announced an exclusive alliance with Se-Education PCL
Experience new Thai delicacies aboard Manohra Luxury Cruises

Experience new Thai delicacies aboard Manohra Luxury Cruises

19 Jul 07 10:13
Manohra Luxury Cruises have just launched a new creative Thai inspired dining menu for you to enjoy whilst cruising the Chaophraya River and admiring such sights as the Temple of Dawn and the Grand Palace at dusk. The culinary journey begins with the traditional Mieng Kam – Thai vine
DaimlerChrysler (Thailand) Ltd. ISO 14001:2004 Certified

DaimlerChrysler (Thailand) Ltd. ISO 14001:2004 Certified

19 Jul 07 09:57
DaimlerChrysler (Thailand) Ltd., recently received ISO 14001:2004 for establishment and application of an environmental management system, accredited by TUV Rheinland Thailand for its services, which are Sales and Marketing, After Sales Services and Parts, Controlling Production Process.
ArtGorillas ArtGallery presents "Love Lost in Lamentation" by Thavorn Phansa

ArtGorillas ArtGallery presents "Love Lost in Lamentation" by Thavorn Phansa

19 Jul 07 09:02
ArtGorillas ArtGallery is pleased to announce "Love Lost in Lamentation", Thavorn Phansa's 1st solo exhibition, features an array of works linked by the investigation of emotional relationship of the artist. These large paintings filled with symbolic forms and color, blended into a wealth of
Photo Release: THAI Organized Thai Night in Moscow to Celebrate 110th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between Thailand and Russia

Photo Release: THAI Organized Thai Night in Moscow to Celebrate 110th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between Thailand and Russia

19 Jul 07 08:44
H.E. Supot Theeragaosal, Thai Ambassador to Russia Federation (3rd from right) and Mrs. Pismai Chandrubeksa, Managing Director, Catering Department (3rd from left) joined the gala dinner “THAI NIGHT”, an event bringing businessmen meet businessmen and at the same time presenting

IBM Reports 2007 Second-Quarter Results

19 Jul 07 19:02
ARMONK, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 18, 2007 -- Total revenues of $23.8 billion, up 9 percent as reported; -- Global Services revenues up 10 percent, Software revenues up 13 percent; -- Diluted earnings of $1.55 per share, including a gain from sale of Printing Systems; earnings per

TMB Bank announces half fiscal year 2007 preliminary financial results

19 Jul 07 18:32
TMB Bank Public Company Limited (TMB) today announced the preliminary financial results for its first half of fiscal year 2007 ending June 30, 2007. TMB’s total revenue for the first half of fiscal year 2007 was Bt22.50 billion, a 14.50% increase from Bt19.66 billion in the first half of

AUTOALLIANCE THAILAND CELEBRATES ONE MILLION UNITS OF PRODUCTION AT WORLD-CLASS RAYONG FACILITY

19 Jul 07 18:17
Successful Ford/Mazda Joint Venture Reaches Milestone, Underscoring Strength and Synergies of Ongoing Partnership - Strategic investment decision in 1995 helped support the Thai government's plan for the pickup to become 'product champion' of Thailand's automotive industry - Export

AsiaNet Daily Summary - Press Releases for Thursday , July 19

19 Jul 07 17:57
IMARDA ACQUIRES... SYDNEY: Telematics specialist Imarda announced that it has acquired New Zealand telematics hardware company, Prolificx, in a stock-swap deal that values Prolificx at A$7.59 million (US$6.66 million). HKC ANNOUNCES... HONG KONG: HKC (Holdings) Limited has signed a

SCB concluded 2nd quarter with 16.5% growth in net profit and earnings totalling Bt 4,311 mn

19 Jul 07 17:32
SCB posted a robust preliminary consolidated net profit of Bt 4,311 mn for the 2ndquarter of 2007; Bt 611 mn or 16.5% up from the first quarter. The key profit drivers were interest income, fee income, and continuing strong growth in the Group`s services income. On a year-on-year comparison, net

CVBT Founder Thomas J. Stegmann, M.D., Elected to Ukranian Academy of Medical Sciences

19 Jul 07 17:19
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 19, 2007 CardioVascular BioTherapeutics, Inc. (OTCBB:CVBT) today announced that co-founder and Co-President, Prof. Dr. Thomas J. Stegmann, M.D., has received the prestigious international honor of being elected as full member of the Ukrainian Academy of Medical

THAI AIRASIA, TAT SEND TOURISM CAMPAIGN TO THE SKIES Aircraft flies project across countries

19 Jul 07 16:25
Thai AirAsia and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) have teamed up again to attract more visitors to the kingdom, this time by sending their campaign across the skies. TAT painted the airline’s recently-delivered 13th aircraft with a striking design bearing the Amazing Thailand theme.

Fall in Love with the flavors of Piedmont with Hot Guest Chef "Frederico Frigato" At Giorgio's - Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers

19 Jul 07 15:40

WorldWater & Solar Technologies Announces Signing of Letter of Intent for Large Solar Farms in Spain

19 Jul 07 14:11
PENNINGTON, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 18, 2007 WorldWater & Solar Technologies Corp. (OTC BB:WWAT.OB), developer and marketer of proprietary high-power solar systems, today announced that the Company has signed a Letter of Intent with M&G Promociones de Vivienda Urbana S.A., a real estate

Focus International Chooses Werner Gessner as a Top Hotelier for Egypt's Sharm El Sheikh

19 Jul 07 13:37
Focus International, the publisher of Who's Who Egypt 2007, has chosen Mr. Werner Gessner, the General Manager of the Sonesta Beach Resort & Casino, as one of the top six hoteliers in Sharm El Sheikh. For his outstanding work, Mr. Gessner has joined the elite few who have been awarded the

Callaway Golf Company Releases Preliminary Second Quarter 2007 Results

19 Jul 07 13:37
CARLSBAD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 18, 2007 Callaway Golf Company (NYSE:ELY) today announced that, based on current information, the Company estimates net sales for the second quarter ended June 30, 2007 of approximately $380 million, a year-over-year increase of approximately 11%.

Network International Provides Source for In-Demand Steel

19 Jul 07 12:42
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 18, 2007 Online auction sells more than 5,000 tons of steel plate located in Singapore Network International, the global marketplace for buying and selling energy equipment, sold their largest single lot of equipment for $2.4 million in their June 2007 online

Philip Morris International Announces Agreement in Principle to Acquire Additional 30% Stake in Mexican Tobacco Business from Grupo Carso

19 Jul 07 12:37
LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 18, 2007 Transaction Valued at USD 1.1 Billion Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) announced today that it has reached an agreement in principle to acquire an additional 30% stake in its Mexican tobacco business from its joint venture

Moody's assigns Aaa to Athenee CDO Plc's Series 2007-10 notes

19 Jul 07 12:22
EUR150,000,000 CDO securities rated. Moody's Investors Service announced today that it has assigned a Aaa definitive rating to the series 2007-10 notes issued by Athenee CDO Plc, a special purpose vehicle incorporated with limited liability under the laws of Ireland. The transaction has been

MF Global Announces Pricing of $2.9 Billion Initial Public Offering

19 Jul 07 12:20
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 18, 2007 MF Global Ltd. today announced that its initial public offering of 97.4 million shares of its common stock has been priced at $30 per share. MF Global's common shares are expected to begin trading tomorrow, July 19, 2007, on the New York Stock Exchange

Moody's affirms Tate & Lyle's ratings, outlook remains stable

19 Jul 07 11:48
Moody's Investors Service has today affirmed the Baa2/P-2 ratings of Tate & Lyle in response to the company's announcement of a new GBP275 million share buyback programme to be authorised by the Board for FYE 2007/08. The rating outlook remains stable. The rating affirmation takes into

S&P: Recovery Prospects Limited By "Covenant-Lite" Loans, Says Report

19 Jul 07 11:43
Covenant-lite loan structures will result in lower recoveries when borrowers default, according a report published today by Standard & Poor's Ratings Services. Covenant-lite structures, where lenders give up most of the traditional controls that banks had over their borrower's performance,

Fitch Thailand Assigns 'BBB+(tha)' to SF's New Debentures

19 Jul 07 11:24
Fitch Ratings (Thailand) Limited today has assigned a National Long-term rating of 'BBB+(tha)' to Thailand-based Siam Future Development Public Company Limited's (SF) new three-year senior unsecured debentures of up to THB1.0 billion, due 2010. The proceeds from the new debentures will be used

Secondary Endpoints of Phase II/III Study Confirm Clear Benefits from Treatment With removab(R) for Patients with Malignant Ascites

19 Jul 07 11:06
BAD HOMBURG, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 17, 2007 Fresenius today announced that further secondary endpoint data from a phase II/III study with removab(R) (catumaxomab) in patients with malignant ascites confirm clear benefits for patients treated with the antibody. Trial data show that

WGA Announces Consensus Findings to Further Define the Role of Intraocular Pressure in Glaucoma

19 Jul 07 09:22
Today, leading experts from the World Glaucoma Association (WGA) launched the group's first consensus on intraocular pressure (IOP). The panel recognized that elevated IOP is the leading risk factor for glaucoma progression and accurate measurement of IOP plays a key role in assessing glaucoma

TAT’s new website offers free concierge

19 Jul 07 09:04
A free online consultation is featured in thailandwonders.com, a new website of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). The website aims to add virtual interactions between travellers and travel experts and assist prospective tourists who plan to visit to Thailand. The TAT realizes the need to

TAT’s new website offers free concierge

19 Jul 07 08:58
A free online consultation is featured in thailandwonders.com, a new website of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). The website aims to add virtual interactions between travellers and travel experts and assist prospective tourists who plan to visit to Thailand. The TAT realizes the need to