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September 4, 2007

AIR DEAL BOOST FOR AFRICAN DESTINATIONS

AIR DEAL BOOST FOR AFRICAN DESTINATIONS

04 Sep 07 17:21
Etihad Airways, The National Airline of the United Arab Emirates, which operates highly popular twice daily flights from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi and onwards to 45 destinations around the globe, will gain better access to destinations in West Africa following the signing of a codeshare agreement
Astudo Holdings Invests In 4 Resort Properties

Astudo Holdings Invests In 4 Resort Properties

04 Sep 07 15:47
International property investor Astudo Holdings today announced that it had invested in 4 resort properties during the year, totally over Baht 670mn. The companies CEO Anthony McDonald said that the company was very optimistic with the Thai hotel and resort property market and recently decided to
FREE Boncaf @ Confectionista - Siam Paragon

FREE Boncaf @ Confectionista - Siam Paragon

04 Sep 07 15:40
Boncaf offers 2 special promotions at Confectionista event, organized from September 6th-13th at the Market Hall, Siam Paragon. Customers who buy Boncaf้ products valued from Bt500, Get Free! ‘BonChoco or BonTea’ instant drinks, worth Bt100 -or- Get Free! any ‘Premium Blend
BONCAF Joins Starwood for ‘The Next Course’

BONCAF Joins Starwood for ‘The Next Course’

04 Sep 07 15:22
Boncaf recently partnered up with global hotel giant, Starwood Hotel & Resort Group as part of “The Next Course”, Starwoods first Asia-Pacific Food & Beverage Conference held in Bangkok recently. Attended by more than 300 F&B professionals from over 160 Starwood Hotels in
TRUE KICKS OFF ITS NEW SERVICE, COMBINING HI-SPEED INTERNET SERVICE AND PREMIER LEAGUE FOOTBALL MATCHES VIA ONLINE TELECASTS FOR THE WHOLE SEASON FROM TRUE VISIONS’

TRUE KICKS OFF ITS NEW SERVICE, COMBINING HI-SPEED INTERNET SERVICE AND PREMIER LEAGUE FOOTBALL MATCHES VIA ONLINE TELECASTS FOR THE WHOLE SEASON FROM TRUE VISIONS’

04 Sep 07 15:20
TRUE KICKS OFF ITS NEW SERVICE, COMBINING HI-SPEED INTERNET SERVICE AND PREMIER LEAGUE FOOTBALL MATCHES VIA ONLINE TELECASTS FOR THE WHOLE SEASON FROM TRUE VISIONS’ TRUESPORTS 5 ON HTTP://PL.TRUELIFE.COM, AVAILABLE NOW AT ONLY 199 BAHT PER MONTH True continues the momentum of Premier
Photo Release: APC-MGE & Schneider jointly Shows ‘Energy Efficiency’ Technology

Photo Release: APC-MGE & Schneider jointly Shows ‘Energy Efficiency’ Technology

04 Sep 07 14:23
APC-MGE (Thailand) a global leader in integrated critical power and cooling services incorporating with Schneider (Thailand) showed the highest technology and innovation under the concept “Energy Efficiency” at 23rd TEMCA, Ambasssador City, Jomtien between 17-18 August 2007. In the
Kingston Technology Hosts the Charity Screening of "Resident Evil: Extinction"

Kingston Technology Hosts the Charity Screening of "Resident Evil: Extinction"

04 Sep 07 13:32
Kingston Technology Hosts the Charity Screening of “Resident Evil: Extinction”Over One Hundred Disadvantaged Children from 2 Foundations Are Invited Kingston Technology, the world's largest independent memory module manufacturer, returns the favors to Thailand society by holding the
Photo Release: OIE IN ROAD SHOW TO PROMOTE PRODUCTIVITY AND INTELLECTUAL DEVELOPMENT MASTER PLANS

Photo Release: OIE IN ROAD SHOW TO PROMOTE PRODUCTIVITY AND INTELLECTUAL DEVELOPMENT MASTER PLANS

04 Sep 07 13:30
The Office of Industrial Economics recently hosted a seminar, presided over by Industry Ministry’s Permanent Secretary Mr. Chakkamon Phasukvanich, to promote the productivity and intellectual development master plans (2008-2012) among industrial operators in the Eastern region in order to
Photo Release: TCEB and three tourism alliances join forces to unveil "MICE in Green: the North"

Photo Release: TCEB and three tourism alliances join forces to unveil "MICE in Green: the North"

04 Sep 07 13:05
Mrs. Suprabha Moleeratanond (4th from left), Director of Conventions of Thailand Convention & Exhibitions Bureau (TCEB); together with Mr.Jamlong Ratanapan, (3rd), Executive Director Northern Region of Tourism Authority of Thailand; Mrs. Yavalaksana Pangsapa (2nd), Senior Deputy Chairman of
Princess Ubol Ratana presides over "Sweet Mania" festival

Princess Ubol Ratana presides over "Sweet Mania" festival

04 Sep 07 12:43
Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Phannavadi recently presided over “Sweet Mania” – a festival of an impressive array of marvelous desserts – at Future Park Rangsit Shopping Complex, where she was welcomed by Ms. Jittinan Wanglee, Vice President – Sale (3rd
Photo Release: Future Park Rangsit holds "Sweet Mania: The Fantastic World of Desserts"

Photo Release: Future Park Rangsit holds "Sweet Mania: The Fantastic World of Desserts"

04 Sep 07 12:40
Miss Pimpaka Wanglee, Chief Executive Officer of Rangsit Plaza Co.Ltd., operator of Future Park Rangsit Shopping Complex (middle), is organizing “Sweet Mania: The Fantastic World of Desserts”, a festival that brings together a wide variety desserts from 30 well-known bakeries such as
TCEB and three tourism alliances join forces to unveil

TCEB and three tourism alliances join forces to unveil

04 Sep 07 10:59
“MICE in Green: the North”, aiming to actively tap the tourism market and the MICE industry in the Northern region during the low season with the strong confidence of achieving target for the off-peak period Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) teams up with Tourism
Photo Release: K&U Enterprise celebrate the business achievement Plans to achieve total revenue of Bt 1.75 million in 2007

Photo Release: K&U Enterprise celebrate the business achievement Plans to achieve total revenue of Bt 1.75 million in 2007

04 Sep 07 10:38
Dr. Thongchai Tavanapong, (5th from left) Chief Executive Officer of Prantalay Marketing Co., Ltd.; together with Mr. Kiyokazu Fukui (6th from left), President of Kyokuyo Co., Ltd.; Mr. Matsumoto Teskio (7th from right), President of K&U Enterprise Co., Ltd.; and Mr. Apichart Taithong (2nd
The colors of music with Nokia XpessMusic: Nokia announces winner of Connect Me If You Can program

The colors of music with Nokia XpessMusic: Nokia announces winner of Connect Me If You Can program

04 Sep 07 10:23
Miss Una Tan, Marketing Manager, Nokia (Thailand) Co., Ltd., in collaboration with Fat Radio, held an exciting music camp by Nokia 5300 XpessMusic and Nokia 5700 XpessMusic. The unique event offered the culture of contemporary music and the colors of modern musical language to the music
Photo Release: Siam Ocean World Awarded "Business Of The Year" and "Best Employer" in Austcham Thailand Business Awards 2007

Photo Release: Siam Ocean World Awarded "Business Of The Year" and "Best Employer" in Austcham Thailand Business Awards 2007

04 Sep 07 09:48
Siam Ocean World Bangkok, the largest world-class aquarium in Southeast Asia, led by Mr. Geoff Olson, General Manager for South Asia and the Middle East, receives Business of the Year and Best Employer Awards at the AustCham Thailand Business Awards 2007 Gala Dinner organized by The
Moon Cake festival at JW Marriott Bangkok

Moon Cake festival at JW Marriott Bangkok

04 Sep 07 09:00
Man Ho Chinese Restaurant invites you to enjoy a delightful Moon Cake during a major festival of the Chinese calendar. It commemorates the rebels’ uprising against the Mongols in the 14th century. Our Chef delightfully prepares Moon Cake with a variety of Lotus Seed, Durian, Green Tea and
Acer Offers BMW 320i and Bangkok-Germany Tour Packages as Prizes, Worth Over Bt3 Million

Acer Offers BMW 320i and Bangkok-Germany Tour Packages as Prizes, Worth Over Bt3 Million

04 Sep 07 08:23
Acer Computer Co. Ltd., the world’s leading computer vendor, is offering special prizes to its customers. Those who buy the Aspire notebook or desktop computers pre-loaded with Windows Vista will get a chance to win a luxurious BMW 320i, worth over Bt2 million, and 15 Bangkok-Germany tour

Thai bourse establishes task force to increase listings

04 Sep 07 16:12
To expand the number of foreign and domestic companies listing in the Thai capital market, The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET)’s Board of Governors has established a New Listings Committee. The group, made up of thirteen prominent executives from major economic agencies, will formulate

AsiaNet Daily Summary - Press Releases for Tuesday, September 4

04 Sep 07 16:05
U-BLOX TO... SAN FRANCISCO, CA. - u-blox America Inc., a worldwide leader in GNSS technology, including GPS and Galileo chipsets for mobile, battery-powered products, announced its participation at the Intel Developer Forum to be held in San Francisco from September 18th-20th.

Thai clearing house criteria meet international standards

04 Sep 07 16:01
Thailand Securities Depository Co., Ltd. (TSD) has adjusted its clearing house rules and procedures to make them clearer and meet the standards set by the International Organization of Securities Commission (IOSCO). The areas affected are central counterparties (CCPs) and settlement finality. The

Media Invitation: Are You Ready for the Next Chapter in Lung Cancer Care?

04 Sep 07 15:09
Ready for fresh perspectives on mutational research, future treatment prospects in non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and a milestone announcement from Boehringer Ingelheim? Learn more at the upcoming international media webcast, 'The second generation - revealing the next chapter in the

Amazing 49-baht airfare for a unique Singapore weekend Thai AirAsia offers September holiday promo

04 Sep 07 14:54
Enjoy a unique Singapore trip on a weekend this September with Thai AirAsia’s 49-baht airfare promotion. Every week in September, Thai AirAsia will offer 49 seats on Bangkok-Singapore weekend flights for only 49 baht. For the promotion, book on September 3 to 5 and travel on September 7 to

Fortinet Announces Top Reported Threats for August 2007

04 Sep 07 14:23
Fortinet® – the pioneer and leading provider of unified threat management (UTM) solutions – today announced the top 10 most reported high-risk threats for August 2007. The report, compiled from all FortiGate™ multi-threat security systems in production worldwide, is a service

"Future Park Rangsit" invites guests to a sweet voyage of Sweet Mania celebration featuring ‘Sweet Secrets’ of 4 stylish socialites and a giant homemade millefeuille to rejoice the magic of sweet flavours

04 Sep 07 12:20
Future Park Rangsit invites people with sweet tooth to venture into the sweet magical land packed with tempting dessert items from over 30 leading bakeries and ice cream parlours boasting their best products of ice cream, candies and chocolates. Also, the event features 4 styles of ‘Sweet

Thai exporters’ confidence remains high despite the foreign exchange rate

04 Sep 07 12:19
DHL, the world’s leading express and logistics company, today unveiled the latest annual Export Outlook survey with key findings that Thai exporters are still confident regarding export prospects despite the economic slowdown. The second DHL Thailand Export Outlook survey has revealed that

VISITOR ARRIVALS EXCEED 2.45 MILLION IN JULY

04 Sep 07 12:00
Visitor arrivals to Hong Kong exceeded 2.45 million in July, representing growth of 12.3% compared with the same month in 2006, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced today (30 August). This took cumulative arrivals for January-July 2007 to over 15.48 million, 7.7% more than in the same

Canon celebrates 70th anniversary, hosting 9-hour marathon photo contest First time in Thailand "Canon Photo Marathon Thailand 2007"

04 Sep 07 10:15
Digital-camera market leader Canon will celebrate its 70th anniversary worldwide by holding a special programme entitled “Canon Photo Marathon Thailand 2007”. The event will be the first of its kind to be held in Thailand in which participants will be competing in a nine-hour long photo

Tourism for Tomorrow Awards WTTC issues Call for Entries for 2008 Award Season

04 Sep 07 10:10
Travel & Tourism can be (and in an increasing number of destinations already is) a catalyst for economic prosperity, nurturing the natural and cultural environment. The World Travel & Tourism Council is delighted to invite those who adopt in these principles to participate in the 2008

Historic UNWTO Ministers' Summit at WTM 2007 Climate Change Top of Agenda

04 Sep 07 09:11
World Travel Market is to host a major UNWTO Ministers' Summit on Tourism and Climate Change, a key part of an international programme to widen and deepen the debate on one of the biggest challenges facing the industry. Ministers will be asked to consider and ratify a Declaration recommended by

Data Affirm Benefit of ALIMTA(R) (pemetrexed for injection) for Patients with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

04 Sep 07 09:03
The clinical benefit of ALIMTA(R) (pemetrexed for injection) continues to be validated across patient populations, as demonstrated in two studies conducted in Asia. The data presented today at the 12th World Conference on Lung Cancer provide further support of the efficacy of Eli Lilly and

TRIS Rating Affirms Rating of Depository Receipts on "BCP’s" Subordinated Convertible Debentures Issued by "SIAMDR" at "AA/Stable"

04 Sep 07 08:29
TRIS Rating Co., Ltd. has affirmed the rating for Bt4,000 million depository receipts on The Bangchak Petroleum PLC’s (BCP) subordinated convertible debentures (BCP141A) of Siam DR Co., Ltd. (SIAMDR) at “AA” with “stable” outlook. The rating reflects the credit