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June 23, 2009

Photo Release: KBANK launches ORFT CDM service

Photo Release: KBANK launches ORFT CDM service

23 Jun 09 23:40
KASIKORNBANK launches ORFT CDM (Online Retail Funds Transfer through Cash Deposit Machine) service which allowed KBank’s customers to transfer funds from their accounts to any of these 7 Banks; Bangkok Bank, Krung Thai Bank, Bank of Ayudhya, Siam
Five Prestigious Service Awards

Five Prestigious Service Awards

23 Jun 09 23:16
Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa has won a clutch of top awards at this year’s Marriott Lodging’s Full Service Awards.The winners are chosen from among all the managed and franchised Marriott property in the world and staff at Pattaya Marriott
Photo Release: EXIM Thailand Joins Hands with NEXI to Cover Thai-Japanese Export Risks

Photo Release: EXIM Thailand Joins Hands with NEXI to Cover Thai-Japanese Export Risks

23 Jun 09 23:00
Mr. Pruttichai Damrongrat (center), Deputy Finance Minister, presided over the Reinsurance Agreement signing ceremony between Export-Import Bank of Thailand (EXIM Thailand) and Nippon Export and Investment Insurance (NEXI) at EXIM Thailand’s Head
แพลตตินั่ม แนะนำอัลบั้มใหม่: DEATH ANGEL/ Sonic Beatdown – Live in Germany

แพลตตินั่ม แนะนำอัลบั้มใหม่: DEATH ANGEL/ Sonic Beatdown – Live in Germany

23 Jun 09 22:33
DEATH ANGEL: Sonic Beatdown – Live in Germany Format: CD Cat. No: NB 2289-2 Retail Price: 299 Baht Style: Thrash Metal Release Date: 9 June 2009 TRACKLISTING IntroSeemingly Endless TimeVoracious SoulsMistress of PainsEX-TC3rd FloorThrown to the
Cathay Pacific Smart Saver offers lower air fares

Cathay Pacific Smart Saver offers lower air fares

23 Jun 09 22:28
Cathay Pacific continues its Smart Saver promotion with discount air fares on all its flight from Bangkok to cities in Asia, Europe and the USA. The offer is open from 1 July until 31 August 2009. Ticket price from Bangkok to Delhi, the airline’s
Photo Release: PD house fora 2009 CRM project

Photo Release: PD house fora 2009 CRM project

23 Jun 09 21:50
From June 12-14 Khun Sittiporn Suwannasut ,the president of Patum Design Develop Co.,Ltd. led all of the employees of Patum Design for a 2009 CRM project at Ban Huay Rai school ,Amphoe Soongnern,Nakornratchasima.We built a cafeteria,kindergarten room and
TRUE SHOWCASES THAI APPLICATION DEVELOPERS BY OPENING TRUE APP CENTER, A MAJOR APPLICATION TRAINING CENTER

TRUE SHOWCASES THAI APPLICATION DEVELOPERS BY OPENING TRUE APP CENTER, A MAJOR APPLICATION TRAINING CENTER

23 Jun 09 21:41
TRUE SHOWCASES THAI APPLICATION DEVELOPERS BY OPENING TRUE APP CENTER, A MAJOR APPLICATION TRAINING CENTER FOR ALL HANDSET PLATFORMS, INITIATIVE REINFORCES TRUE’S INNOVATION LEADERSHIP AND PAVES WAY FOR CREATING WORLD-CLASS APPLICATIONS MARKET True
Photo Release: Bangkok Bank opens Bualuang Exclusive Suite at Bang Na branch: Priority banking service for Bangkok Bank customers

Photo Release: Bangkok Bank opens Bualuang Exclusive Suite at Bang Na branch: Priority banking service for Bangkok Bank customers

23 Jun 09 20:40
Bangkok Bank Executive Vice Chairman Deja Tulananda (left) Executive Vice President Ruchanee Nopmuang (3rd from right) Eight Regional-Metropolitan Area Manager Rachot Sektrakul (2nd from right) and Bang Na Branch Manager Nongnooch Deechangvipart (right)
LG ELECTRONICS, NCOMPUTING JOIN FORCES TO CREATE INDUSTRY'S LOWEST COST WORKSTATIONS FOR DESKTOP VIRTUALIZATION AND CLOUD COMPUTING

LG ELECTRONICS, NCOMPUTING JOIN FORCES TO CREATE INDUSTRY'S LOWEST COST WORKSTATIONS FOR DESKTOP VIRTUALIZATION AND CLOUD COMPUTING

23 Jun 09 20:37
LG to embed NComputing technology into new SmartVine N-series monitors Bangkok, June 22, 2009 – Global electronics innovator LG Electronics and NComputing, the world leader in virtual desktops, today announced a strategic partnership to produce a
“SUSHI” at Nishiki Japanese Restaurant

“SUSHI” at Nishiki Japanese Restaurant

23 Jun 09 19:11
“Enjoy the varieties freshness taste of Sushi prepared in a true authentic Japanese style by our Japanese Chef such as Unagi Boho Sushi, Salmon Ebiko Maki Sushi, Futomaki or Chirashi Sushi is waiting for your taste” for the month of June at
Raimon Land Celebrates Completion Of The Heights Phuket

Raimon Land Celebrates Completion Of The Heights Phuket

23 Jun 09 18:59
Luxury property developer, Raimon Land, recently celebrated the completion and opening of its award-winning The Heights Phuket. Construction of the exclusive 51 condominium units nestled atop a hillside overlooking Kata Beach was successfully completed
Advertising Sets Heart Racing - New CNN Research Study Uses 'Biometrics' to Show Emotional Responses to Branding

Advertising Sets Heart Racing - New CNN Research Study Uses 'Biometrics' to Show Emotional Responses to Branding

23 Jun 09 18:49
Findings released today from a brand new study by CNN International suggest that brands who choose multimedia campaigns to communicate their advertising messages are more memorable to consumers and are more likely to enhance perception of their brands.
JF Theater in July

JF Theater in July

23 Jun 09 18:43
Fri 3 July 2009 : Summer Holiday Everyday The Rinkaijis are a well-to-do family. The father,Nariyuki,works in an elite company. His wife Yoshiko, who is a firm believer in the status quo, finds her world falling apart when Nariyuki quits his job and her
Bangkok Bank opens Bualuang Exclusive Suite at Bang Na branch: Priority banking service for Bangkok Bank customers

Bangkok Bank opens Bualuang Exclusive Suite at Bang Na branch: Priority banking service for Bangkok Bank customers

23 Jun 09 18:30
Bangkok Bank Executive Vice Chairman Deja Tulananda (left) Executive Vice President Ruchanee Nopmuang (3rd from right) Eight Regional-Metropolitan Area Manager Rachot Sektrakul (2nd from right) and Bang Na Branch Manager Nongnooch Deechangvipart (right)
Impiana Phuket Resort & Spa offers  Impiana Fantasea Package

Impiana Phuket Resort & Spa offers Impiana Fantasea Package

23 Jun 09 17:47
Impiana Fantasea Package Price: THB14,200 nett Twin Sharing (Baht 12,000 nett single) Package Includes: * 2 nights accommodation in superior garden room * Complimentary Daily Buffet Breakfast for 2 persons * Complimentary Welcome Drink and Fruit Basket
“Japanese Set” at Hamaya Japanese Restaurant

“Japanese Set” at Hamaya Japanese Restaurant

23 Jun 09 17:41
The most well-known Japanese restaurant in Cha-Am, known for its unbeatable freshness and unbeatable value, the Hamaya Japanese Restaurant serves superb lunches and dinners every day. Back by popular demand this June are the chef’s special Japanese
Photo Release: Saint's Gabriel's Reunion

Photo Release: Saint's Gabriel's Reunion

23 Jun 09 16:49
Members of alumni of Saint’s Gabriel’s college, Class of B.E. 2505, held the get-together party of the “The Reunion SG 05” at Rembrandt Hotel & Towers, Bangkok recently. See among the alumni’s are: Khun Thares Punsri

"EXIM Thailand-NEXI Join Force to Cover Thai-Japanese Export Risks".

24 Jun 09 00:11
EXIM Thailand, in collaboration with NEXI, provides international trade risk coverage for Japanese-affiliated enterprises using Thailand as their export base to promote job creation, technology transfer and long-term development of export-oriented

AsiaNet Daily Summary - Press Releases for Tuesday 23 June 2009

24 Jun 09 00:07
GFK ASIA... SINGAPORE: Recognizing the importance to have a neutral party measuring the trends and performance of the optical market in Korea, the Korean Optometric Association (KOA) and GfK Korea inked the partnership agreement between both

HP ProLiant Servers Double Performance, Slash Energy Costs Up to 50 Percent

23 Jun 09 23:33
HP today announced the addition of several new servers to its HP ProLiant server portfolio that provide advances in energy efficiency, performance and manageability, delivering increased value for every IT dollar. Seven of the new HP ProLiant server

Annual UN global drug report notes likely decline in opium consumption, levelling of poppy cultivation and growth in ATS in East Asia

23 Jun 09 22:55
Regional launch of report by UN Office on Drugs and Crime Regional Office for Southeast Asia and the Pacific at Cafe Doi Tung on 26 June 2009 The United Nations anti-narcotics body is set to launch its annual survey of illicit drug trends around the

Emirates voted Cargo Airline of the Year again

23 Jun 09 20:56
Emirates SkyCargo has added four highly coveted accolades to its impressive trophy collection Emirates' cargo division won the premier prize at the prestigious Cargo Airline of the Year Awards, one of the leading events in the cargo industry calendar,

Calendar of Events in Thailand for July 2009

23 Jun 09 18:04
Jul 2-Jul 5 Event: Commart X Gen Thailand 2009 The grand cutting-edge IT products consumer fair offers at very special prices. Organizer:AR Information & Publication Co., Ltd. Tel: +66 (0) 2642 3400 Fax: - Email: - Web Site: - Venue: Queen Sirikit

Aviva realises proceeds from sale of Australian life business of A$925 million

23 Jun 09 17:19
Aviva to sell Australian life business and wealth management platform to National Australia Bank Total cash proceeds of A$925 million (£452 million) Total cash proceeds represent 16 times 2008 net earnings Provides increased financial flexibility

Moody's sees negative industry outlook for Australia/NZ banks

23 Jun 09 17:17
Moody's Investors Service says that its industry outlook for banking systems in Australia and New Zealand is negative, reflecting the impact of the slowdowns in global and domestic economies, but both systems also remain robust. "The slowdowns are

Moody's affirms Lloyds at Aa3 stable, lowers BFSR to C

23 Jun 09 17:15
Certain subordinated capital instruments also affected Moody's Investors Service affirmed the senior unsecured ratings of Lloyds TSB Bank plc (Lloyds TSB) and Bank of Scotland plc at Aa3 with a stable outlook, as well as the A1 senior unsecured rating of

Moody's reviews Chilean bank ratings

23 Jun 09 17:12
Moody's Investors Service has placed the Aa2 and Aa1 local currency deposit ratings of Banco de Chile and Banco del Estado de Chile (Banco Estado), respectively, on review for possible downgrade in light of its reassessment of systemic support for bank

Shinhan Bank's proposed senior unsecured bonds rated 'A-'

23 Jun 09 17:10
Standard & Poor's Ratings Services has assigned its 'A-' rating to Shinhan Bank's (Shinhan; A-/Negative/A-2) proposed U.S. dollar-denominated three-year senior unsecured bonds. The rating on the unsecured debt is subject to final documentation. The

48 banks in Turkey go live on Logica’s messaging infrastructure

23 Jun 09 17:08
Moody's Investors Service has assigned an A2 rating to Shinhan Bank's proposed benchmark sized USD senior unsecured bonds. The outlook for the rating is stable. The rating is subject to receipt of final documentation, the terms and conditions of which

HP appoints VP and GM of enterprise storage and servers, Asia Pacific & Japan

23 Jun 09 17:06
HP has announced the appointment of Neal Clapper to serve as vice president and general manager of Enterprise Storage and Servers (ESS) for Asia Pacific and Japan, effective immediately. Clapper will be based in Singapore and report to Balu Doraisamy,

Arizona Water Infrastructure Finance Authority's $185.96M Revenue Bonds Assigned 'AAA' Rating

23 Jun 09 16:29
Standard & Poor's Ratings Services assigned its 'AAA' rating to the Arizona Water Infrastructure Finance Authority's $185.96 million water quality revenue bonds, series 2009A. In addition, Standard & Poor's affirmed its 'AAA' rating on the authority's

Thailand's US$2 Billion Euro Commercial Paper Program Assigned 'A-2' Rating

23 Jun 09 15:46
-- Thailand's US$2 billion euro commercial paper program assigned 'A-2' foreign currency issue rating. -- Thailand's net external creditor position, prudent fiscal management, and relatively light net government indebtedness support the sovereign and

Thai bourse joins hands with brokerages to hold global roadshows

23 Jun 09 15:00
Foreign institutional investors can get a more balanced view of Thailand as an investment destination from global roadshows during June 25-30 and July 6-9, 2009. Both of these events are cooperated by major securities firms, key listed companies, and The