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June 29, 2009

Photo Release: Boots Retail (Thailand) workshop to introduce No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Beauty Serum

Photo Release: Boots Retail (Thailand) workshop to introduce No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Beauty Serum

29 Jun 09 22:56
Boots Retail (Thailand) Ltd’s Country Marketing Manager Ornuma Chavalittumrong held a workshop to introduce No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Beauty Serum to a group of socialites at The Oriental. The new serum contains effective ingredients, combined
CNN Invites Viewers to Showcase their Creative Talent

CNN Invites Viewers to Showcase their Creative Talent

29 Jun 09 22:15
A window of opportunity awaits CNN viewers who have got the eye for Asia Pacific region’s true splendor. As part of CNN's association with the Asia Pacific Screen Awards, the network is seeking submissions from viewers for their photos or videos
Photo Release: KTC-MasterCard-Conrad offered the gift of balloon flight in Chiang Mai for the couple who spend via KTC credit card at Conrad Wedding Fair 2009.

Photo Release: KTC-MasterCard-Conrad offered the gift of balloon flight in Chiang Mai for the couple who spend via KTC credit card at Conrad Wedding Fair 2009.

29 Jun 09 21:55
Mr. Staporn Sirisinha (right), Senior Executive Vice President - Leisure Marketing Department, “KTC” or Krungthai Card Public Company Limited, Mr. Manfred Pieper (left), General Manager of Conrad Bangkok and Ms. Eileen Wee (2nd from left),
Ayu – Sweet Fish Specialities at Kisso Japanese Restaurant The Westin Grande Sukhumvit, Bangkok

Ayu – Sweet Fish Specialities at Kisso Japanese Restaurant The Westin Grande Sukhumvit, Bangkok

29 Jun 09 21:41
“Ayu” is called the “Queen of clear stream”. The flesh of the Ayu has distinctive and sweet flavour. Throughout the month of June at Kisso Japanese Restaurant, The Westin Grande Sukhumvit, Master Chef Ikeda dreamed up a special
Photo Release: “Westin Clean Up Day”

Photo Release: “Westin Clean Up Day”

29 Jun 09 21:30
The management and associates of The Westin Grande Sukhumvit led by Mr. Charles Jack, General Manager recently held a social activity and a community service on “Westin Clean Up Day” for the hotel area and roads around the hotel. The activity
The Small Hotel, Krabi  offer special deal for UOB credit card holders

The Small Hotel, Krabi offer special deal for UOB credit card holders

29 Jun 09 21:25
Participated with UOB credit card privilege, The Small Hotel, Krabi offer special deal for UOB credit card holders. Just spend your booking Studio Room at The Small Hotel, Krabi via the UOB credit card for 1 night you will get 1 night valued price BHT
Can Not Miss Kingston’s Promotions at Commart X-Gen 2009 Plenty of Promotions! Kingston Invites You to Enjoy the Happy Summer

Can Not Miss Kingston’s Promotions at Commart X-Gen 2009 Plenty of Promotions! Kingston Invites You to Enjoy the Happy Summer

29 Jun 09 20:52
Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced that it will showcase its highlight products and present special promotions at Commart X-Gen 2009 that is held during July 2-5, 2009 at Queen Sirikit
“Ostrich” at Fook Yuan Chinese Restaurant

“Ostrich” at Fook Yuan Chinese Restaurant

29 Jun 09 20:42
Come and enjoy our chef specials at very attractive prices. Our Chef has created the menu of Ostrich Meat with a touch of Asian taste. Try Ostrich with X.O. sauce, Ostrich with white wine and Ostrich with garlic and oyster sauce…Do not miss this
Goodyear Names Kongkiat Teekamongkol as Managing Director of Thailand

Goodyear Names Kongkiat Teekamongkol as Managing Director of Thailand

29 Jun 09 20:26
The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company has appointed Kongkiat Teekamongkol to managing director, Goodyear (Thailand) plc.effective immediately. Kongkiat will continue to report to Richard Fleming, Managing Director -Goodyear ASEAN. Kongkiat is
Memorable Family Moments Together at the Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit

Memorable Family Moments Together at the Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit

29 Jun 09 19:12
Enjoy an enriching family getaway in Bangkok and experience the luxury of the Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, a Luxury Collection hotel together. From now until August 31st, the Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit is offering “Love Your Family” package
Enfagrow A+ reinforces its leadership in premium milk segment Launching the new “Triple Healthi Guard”

Enfagrow A+ reinforces its leadership in premium milk segment Launching the new “Triple Healthi Guard”

29 Jun 09 19:06
Enfagrow A+ reinforces its leadership in premium milk segment Launching the new “Triple Healthi Guard” formula to help empower continuous learning of young children Enfagrow A+, the leader in premium milk powder products in Thailand is set to
Special night with special person at AKA Resorts Hua Hin

Special night with special person at AKA Resorts Hua Hin

29 Jun 09 18:42
AKA Resorts present special package for sweet couple with “Romantic Getaway” package to fulfill your love in 2 days 1 night. This package combines with luxury private pool villa. AKA made welcome amenities daily breakfast, a very romantic
ROLLS-ROYCE WINS $272 MILLION SHARE OF V2500 ORDER FROM LUFTHANSA

ROLLS-ROYCE WINS $272 MILLION SHARE OF V2500 ORDER FROM LUFTHANSA

29 Jun 09 17:15
Rolls-Royce will share in an order by Lufthansa to power a new fleet of 20 Airbus A321s plus options with V2500 SelectOneTM engines from the International Aero Engine (IAE) consortium. The value to Rolls-Royce is approximately US$272 million if all
Photo Release: ASEAN Leadership Forum

Photo Release: ASEAN Leadership Forum

29 Jun 09 17:06
Mr. Mark Devadason, President and CEO of Standard Chartered Bank (Thai) Pcl. ( far right) was among panelists at ASEAN Leadership Forum on “ASEAN After the Global Economic Crisis”, with Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva presiding over the
Sofitel Centara Grand Bangkok announces the appointment of Sales Manager

Sofitel Centara Grand Bangkok announces the appointment of Sales Manager

29 Jun 09 17:02
Mr. Martin James Reed, General Manager of Sofitel Centara Grand Bangkok has announced the promotion of Wuthiporn Naruemityarn from Assistant Sales Manager to Sales Manager-Event Services with immediate effect. Wuthiporn graduated with a Bachelor Degree
Photo Release: Raimon Land Celebrates Completion Of The Heights Phuket

Photo Release: Raimon Land Celebrates Completion Of The Heights Phuket

29 Jun 09 16:59
Luxury property developer, Raimon Land PLC, 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
BUFFET AFTERNOON HIGH TEA AT Swissotel Le Concorde Bangkok

BUFFET AFTERNOON HIGH TEA AT Swissotel Le Concorde Bangkok

29 Jun 09 16:55
An Afternoon Tea Party is suitable for many celebrations but if you need or do not need the party, you just only step in Swissotel Le Concorde Bangkok, is delighted to introduce “Buffet Afternoon High Tea” at Le Concorde Deli and Crossroads
Newcomer TP&T tests battery market

Newcomer TP&T tests battery market

29 Jun 09 16:50
New automotive battery brands are entering the highly competitive market, shrugging off the existing players' trend toward penetrating the replacement market as new vehicle sales slump. As automobile production shrank starting late last year, battery
SmartHeart Presents: Thailand International Dog Show 2009

SmartHeart Presents: Thailand International Dog Show 2009

29 Jun 09 15:59
Thailand International Dog Show 2009 opens today at the Impact Exhibition and Convention Centre, Muang Thong Thani, Hall 3-4 and continues from June 25 to June 28 2009. The theme of the show is, ‘Healthy Heart, Healthy Dog,’ and this
Photo Release: KBank distributes Public Saving Bonds worth 50 billion baht

Photo Release: KBank distributes Public Saving Bonds worth 50 billion baht

29 Jun 09 15:41
Mr Korn Chatikavanij, Minister of Finance, Mr Thiti Tantikulanan, Capital Markets Business Division Head of KASIKORNBANK and executives from leading commercial banks presided over the MOU signing ceremony for the Five–Year Public Saving Bonds,

Thailand Retail, Food & Hospitality Services 2009

29 Jun 09 22:29
July 16 - 19 Brief Profile : 3rd edition of Thailand’s BEST & LARGEST gathering of Manufacturers/ distributors / suppliers of equipment and supplier for hospitality, food, restaurants, coffee shops, supermarkets and catering retail business. Held

AsiaNet Daily Summary - Press Releases for Monday 29 June 2009

29 Jun 09 22:25
SONY JACKSON... NEW YORK - Michael Jackson, one of the most widely beloved entertainers and profoundly influential artists of all-time, leaves an indelible imprint on popular music and culture. Commenting on his passing, Sir Howard Stringer, Chairman,

Thailand Franchise & Business Opportunities 2009

29 Jun 09 22:25
July 16 - 19 Brief Profile : Thailand's 5th international franchise, licensing and business opportunities show, the LARGEST in Asia with more than 225 booths, an increase of 20% from TFBO 2008. TFBO 2009 aims to attract 25,000 visitors from 45 countries.

Thongchai Concert Fansi Fanson

29 Jun 09 22:18
Jul. 31, Aug. 1-2, 2009, Arena Ticket are 500/800/1,000/2,000/2,500/3,000 and 5,000 (VIP) Show time 19:00 hrs. Contact Organizer : Ticket reservation at Thaiticketmajor.com Tel. 02-262-3456 URL:

Thailand's Grand Sale 2009

29 Jun 09 22:14
Thailand's Grand Sale 2009 ( Home Sale, Furniture Sale, Wedding Grand Sale, Food, Fashion & Jewelry Grand Sale, Travelling, Book Grand Sale, Home & Real estate) Jul. 25-Aug. 2, 2009, Hall 1-4 Time: 10.30-21.00 hrs. The event features furniture and

Thailand International Orchid Innovation Show 2009 (TIOIS)

29 Jun 09 22:10
Jul. 24-26, 2009, Hall 7-8 It is Thailand first significant innovative business-oriented (generating) trade venue in the orchid industry. TIOIS has been jointly organized by Department of Agriculture Extension, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), The

Thailand Health & Wellness

29 Jun 09 22:07
Thailand Health & Wellness มิติใหม่สุขภาวะดี วิถึไทย Jul. 23-26, 2009, Hall 5-6 Exhibition and demonstrate about up-to-date innovations on medicals and health. 4-zone exhibition: - From unborn child to healthy baby Zone - From teenage to complete mature

Bangkok Used Car Show 2009

29 Jun 09 22:04
Jul. 22-26, 2009, Challenger 3 Weekday open 11.00-22.00 hrs. Weekend open 10.00-22.00 hrs. Contact Organizer : Grand Prix International Co., Ltd. Tel.

Love Mak Mai Concert

29 Jun 09 22:00
Love Mak Mai Concert Jul. 11-12, 2009, Arena Ticket are 300 / 500 / 1,000 / 1,500 / 2,000 / 2,500 baht Show time: 19.00 hrs. Contact Organizer : Ticket reservation at Thaiticketmajor.com Tel. 02-262-3456 URL:

Made in Thailand 2009 (MIT)

29 Jun 09 21:54
Made in Thailand 2009 (MIT) Jul. 3-12, 2009, Challenger 1-3, Hall 1-6 The Largest Exhibition on Thai quality products that made by Thai people, such as food & beverage fashion health & beauty home & living electric & electrinics and auto service & parts

Royal Thai Army and Asanee-Wasan Concert

29 Jun 09 21:46
Jul. 4, 2009, Arena Ticket are 500/ 1,000 baht Show time 19.00 hrs. Contact Organizer : Ticket reservation at Thaiticketmajor.com Tel. 02-262-3456 URL:

Amazing Thailand Grand Sale Fair 2009

29 Jun 09 21:23
Date: 30 July - 2 August, 2009 Owner: N.C.C. Exhibition Organizer Co., Ltd. 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. NEO teams up to spoil shopping lovers at the Amazing Thailand Grand Sale Fair 2009 – the biggest and grandest multi-product sale of the year. Making

Pet Expo Thailand 2009

29 Jun 09 21:10
Date: 23 - 26 July, 2009 Owner: N.C.C. Exhibition Organizer Co., Ltd. 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Zone C 2, Plaza Theme Creativity with love : สร้างรัก ด้วยรัก กิจกรรม - Creativity Street : "ถนนสายศิลปิน" - จัดแสดงผลงานสร้างสรรค์

Matichon Health Care

29 Jun 09 21:01
Date: 16 - 19 July, 2009 Owner: Matichon Public Co., Ltd. 10.00 a.m. - 8.00 p.m. Zone C 1-2, Plaza, Atrium Following the overwhelming response to the launch of Hospital & Healthcare Magazine, Matichon Public Co., Ltd., is hosting Matichon Healthcare to

Postharvest Rice Exhibition and Conference

29 Jun 09 20:54
Date: 15 - 17 July, 2009 Owner: International Rice Research Institute & AsiaCongress Events Co. Ltd. 9.30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Postharvest 2009 Exhibition and Conference is an event jointly organized by the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and

The Second Annual Public Organization Day

29 Jun 09 20:51
Date: 13 July, 2009 Owner: OPDC and 25 public organizations. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. The Office of the Public Sector Development Commission (OPDC), in conjunction with 25 public organizations, will jointly organize "The Second Annual Public Organization Day

7th Book Festival for Young People 2009

29 Jun 09 20:47
7th Book Festival for Young People 2009 Date: 8 - 12 July, 2009 Owner: The Publisher and Booksellers Association of Thailand (PUBAT) 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Zone C 1-2, Plaza วัตถุประสงค์ 1. รณรงค์ส่งเสริมการอ่านและการเรียนรู้ของเด็กและเยาวชน อายุ 0-18 ปี 2.

10th ITS Asia Pacific 2009

29 Jun 09 20:45
10th ITS Asia Pacific 2009 Date: 8 - 10 July, 2009 Owner: National Electronics and Computer Technology Center 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. ITS Asia Pacific Forum & Exhibition is the major ITS (Intelligent Transportation System) event in the Asia Pacific Region. In

Commart X Gen Thailand 2009

29 Jun 09 20:39
Date: 2 - 5 July, 2009 Owner: AR Information & Publication Co., Ltd. 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Plenary Hall, Zone C1-2, Plaza, Atrium Commart X Gen Thailand 2009 - the grand cutting-edge IT products trade fair, is back by popular demand. Besides a cornucopia of

UN drug report notes decline in cocaine and opiates, rise in synthetic drugs

29 Jun 09 18:17
Global markets for cocaine, opiates and cannabis are steady or in decline, while production and use of synthetic drugs is feared to be increasing in the developing world, including in South-East Asia, according to the annual United Nations drug report.

Financial Stability Board holds inaugural meeting in Basel

29 Jun 09 18:13
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) held its inaugural meeting in Basel on 26-27 June. This was the first meeting since the Financial Stability Forum (FSF) was re-established as the FSB with an expanded membership and a broader mandate to promote

Mar Gudmundsson appointed governor of the Central Bank of Iceland

29 Jun 09 18:10
The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) announced that Már Gudmundsson, Deputy Head of the Monetary and Economic Department, has been appointed Governor of the Central Bank of Iceland. He has been at the BIS since June 2004. It is expected

Pierre Francotte to stand down as Euroclear CEO

29 Jun 09 18:09
The Board wishes to announce that Pierre Francotte has decided to stand down as Chief Executive Officer of Euroclear SA/NV in early 2010, after ten years as Chief Executive of Euroclear. When Pierre Francotte became General Manager of Euroclear in 2000,

HSBC offering business loans for energy efficiency projects

29 Jun 09 18:06
HSBC is offering business loans to finance business customers of CLP Power Hong Kong (CLP) and The Hongkong Electric Co. Ltd. (HK Electric) for energy efficiency projects. HSBC is the first bank in Hong Kong to partner with the two electricity providers

HSBC Jintrust Large Cap Equity Fund raises almost Rmb3 billion in China

29 Jun 09 18:01
HSBC Jintrust Fund Management Company Limited (HSBC Jintrust) has announced that the HSBC Jintrust Large Cap Equity Fund raised RMB2.9 billion (approximately US$426 million) during the initial public offering period in mainland China from 18 May to 19

Charter Financial announces acquisition of Neighborhood Community Bank

29 Jun 09 17:59
Charter Financial Corporation announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, CharterBank, has entered into an agreement with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) to purchase the assets and assume the deposit liabilities of Neighborhood Community

Path Solutions deploys iMAL at FEE Bank Malaysia

29 Jun 09 17:58
FEE Bank and Path Solutions has announced that the newly established FEE Bank branch in Malaysia would implement iMAL Conventional and Islamic Banking Solution. Under the deal, Path Solutions will undertake to deliver an integrated banking solution

TRIS Rating Affirms Company Rating of “KGI” at “BBB+/Stable”

29 Jun 09 17:34
TRIS Rating has affirmed the company rating of KGI Securities (Thailand) PLC (KGI) at “BBB+” with “stable” outlook. The rating reflects KGI’s capable management team with a proven track record, strong market position in

European Regulator Gives Positive Opinion for the use of Avastin in Combination With docetaxel for the First-Line Treatment of Advanced Breast Cancer

29 Jun 09 16:30
Patients with advanced (metastatic) breast cancer will be able to benefit from treatment with Avastin (bevacizumab) as a result of a new broader label recommendation in Europe, Roche announced today. The positive opinion issued by the European Committee

On behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs,towards the deceased and wounded military personnel along Thai-Cambodian

29 Jun 09 15:43
กรุงเทพฯ--29 มิ.ย.--Department of Information Ministry of Foreign Affairs Mr.Norachit Sinhaseni, Ambassador,Permanent Representative of Thailand of the United Nations, will present a coutribution in cash and in kind, on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign

Fitch Affirms Standard Chartered Bank (Thai) Ratings; Outlook Stable

29 Jun 09 15:30
Fitch Ratings has today affirmed Standard Chartered Bank (Thai) Public Company Limited’s (SCBT) Long-term foreign currency and local currency Issuer Default ratings (IDR) at ‘BBB+’ with Stable Outlook, Short-term foreign currency and

Thai bourse renovates its websites to provide multi-market information

29 Jun 09 15:10
The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) will renovate SET group websites so that they will be reference sources covering all investment markets. The new www.settrade.com will be launched on June 29, 2009 and the new www.set.or.th will follow suit on July 8,

TRIS Rating Affirms Current Company & Issue Ratings, and Assigns New Issue Rating of “CPN” at “A+/Stable”

29 Jun 09 15:02
TRIS Rating has affirmed the company rating of Central Pattana PLC (CPN) and the ratings of its existing debentures at “A+”. At the same time, TRIS Rating has assigned the rating of “A+” to CPN’s proposed issue of up to