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June 30, 2009

Photo Release: The 12th Anniversary Celebration Plan for Kids

Photo Release: The 12th Anniversary Celebration Plan for Kids

30 Jun 09 23:49
Ms.Risuan Aramcharoen, managing director of Plan for Kids Company recently organized an event to launch 12 projects to celebrate ‘Plan for Kids 12th Anniversary Celebration’ at World Ballroom B, Centara Grand Hotel. Highlight of the event was
Photo Release: Book and Brain

Photo Release: Book and Brain

30 Jun 09 23:39
Ms.Risuan Aramcharoen, managing director of Plan for Kids Company recently organized an event to introduce 12 projects to celebrate the company’s 12th anniversary celebration at World Ballroom B, Centara Grand Hotel. The company aims to increase
‘triolive!’ Shawn Kelley, Randy Cannon & Therdsak Wongvichien Take to the Stage

‘triolive!’ Shawn Kelley, Randy Cannon & Therdsak Wongvichien Take to the Stage

30 Jun 09 23:29
Veteran jazz drummer, Shawn Kelley has teamed up with fellow musicians, pianist Randy Cannon and bassist, Therdsak Wongvichien as a new jazz outfit, triolive! The accomplished players will be regular guests on stage at Bangkok’s coolest jazz venue,
Spoil yourself with “Watsons Membership Card”

Spoil yourself with “Watsons Membership Card”

30 Jun 09 22:47
Watsons, Your Personal Store, is arranging a special ‘Watsons Membership Card’ promotion that offers exclusive privileges for card holders including reward point redemption as discounts, special price offers for members, 5% discounts for
ROOM PACKAGE: EXECUTIVE DISCOVERY WITH LE ROYAL CLUB

ROOM PACKAGE: EXECUTIVE DISCOVERY WITH LE ROYAL CLUB

30 Jun 09 22:10
Stay at Plaza Ath้n้e Bangkok, A Royal M้ridien Hotel and experience more than just a hotel room with the package featuring access to Le Royal Club Lounge starting 6,000 baht per room per night with minimum stay 3 nights. The package includes private
U CHIANG MAI WON HISTORICAL ARCHITECTURAL CONSERVATION AWARD 2009

U CHIANG MAI WON HISTORICAL ARCHITECTURAL CONSERVATION AWARD 2009

30 Jun 09 21:48
Jonathan Wigley, CEO of U Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce the recent award winning of U Chiang Mai for “Historical Architectural Conservation Awards 2009” from The Association of Siamese Architects under the Royal Patronage. Historical
Photo Release: The Indian-Thai Chamber Commerce has recently held their Annual General Meeting 2009

Photo Release: The Indian-Thai Chamber Commerce has recently held their Annual General Meeting 2009

30 Jun 09 21:40
The Indian-Thai Chamber of Commerce has recently held their Annual General Meeting 2009 Picture shows : Mr.Suphat Sivasriaumphai (front row 4th from left) - President, who has been elected for another 3 years, Mr.Lalit Kumar (front row 3rd from left)
Discover the beauty of Koh Phi Phi @ Zeavola Resort

Discover the beauty of Koh Phi Phi @ Zeavola Resort

30 Jun 09 21:30
Zeavola Resort, the only luxury villa resort on Koh Phi Phi, offers a special package to come explore the island’s breathtaking beauty and sparkling coral gardens. The Island Discovery Package starts from THB 8,800* per night including a Village
BEC-Tero Open a Chance for “PTT Thailand Open Angels”

BEC-Tero Open a Chance for “PTT Thailand Open Angels”

30 Jun 09 21:12
In the past 2 years, “Ball Girls”, the beautiful skilled Miss Thailand World contestants, have created the bright atmosphere and excitement to ATP Thailand Open local and foreign spectators. It could be said that they are the most pretty ball
DHL boosts exports to US with enhanced capability in US

DHL boosts exports to US with enhanced capability in US

30 Jun 09 20:52
DHL, the world’s leading express company, recently announced an “Amazing But True” campaign to leverage export growth in Thailand to the US and reaffirm its leading position in international express services to the US. Although
RATCH-LAO Services Signs Subcontract Agreement with EGAT on Operation and Maintenance for Nam Ngum 2 Hydro Power Plant

RATCH-LAO Services Signs Subcontract Agreement with EGAT on Operation and Maintenance for Nam Ngum 2 Hydro Power Plant

30 Jun 09 20:48
Mr. Noppol Milinthanggoon (3rd from left), the President of Ratchaburi Electricity Generating Holding PCL. presided over the signing ceremony of Subcontract Agreement on Operation and Maintenance of Dam and Powerhouse for Nam Ngum 2 Hydro Power Plant in
HP announces official four-year sponsorship agreement with Sports Authority of Thailand

HP announces official four-year sponsorship agreement with Sports Authority of Thailand

30 Jun 09 20:18
A world leader in the provision of technology solutions, HP recently announced its official sponsorship agreement with the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT). During the four-year sponsorship, HP will provide products and services such as computer
Photo Release: Chevron’s the 4th Pooled Workforce trainees go green with tree planting at the Khao Sok National Park, Surat Thani

Photo Release: Chevron’s the 4th Pooled Workforce trainees go green with tree planting at the Khao Sok National Park, Surat Thani

30 Jun 09 19:35
Recently forty trainees from the 4th Pooled Workforce program by Chevron Thailand Exploration and Production, Ltd. planted 500 trees at the Khao Sok National Park in Surat Thani province during their study trip. The Pooled Workforce program has been held
Photo Release: Fashion Island co-hosts Sport Shoes Showcase Up to 50% discount on world’s top brands

Photo Release: Fashion Island co-hosts Sport Shoes Showcase Up to 50% discount on world’s top brands

30 Jun 09 18:53
Fashion Island Shopping Center and Sports World are co-hosting “Sport Shoes Showcase”, featuring an impressive selection of shoes from world’s leading sports brands on discounts of up to 50% to please enthusiasts of all games, be it
Western Digital focuses on Surveillance and Audio Video Market

Western Digital focuses on Surveillance and Audio Video Market

30 Jun 09 18:35
Appoints SGD Inter Trading Co., Ltd. as exclusive channel distributor for its AV products in Thailand Western Digital, the leading global hard drive manufacturer, today announced the appointment of SGD Inter Trading Co., Ltd as its exclusive channel
Ayudhya Allianz C.P. emphasizes its rhythm of sharing with continuous and new CSR activities throughout the year.

Ayudhya Allianz C.P. emphasizes its rhythm of sharing with continuous and new CSR activities throughout the year.

30 Jun 09 18:30
To emphasize on being a responsible corporate citizen dedicated to giving back to Thai society in every way possible, Ayudhya Allianz C.P. announces its CSR policy to continue its existing successful programmes and add in new programmes throughout 2009
True Internet Prepares for Next-Generation Cloud Services with Cisco Nexus 7000 Platform

True Internet Prepares for Next-Generation Cloud Services with Cisco Nexus 7000 Platform

30 Jun 09 18:00
True Internet is paving the way for next-generation cloud services by building a foundation starting with the deployment of the Cisco Nexus 7000 series switch, a robust platform that will help True Internet transform the delivery of consumer and business
Mitsubishi Motors announces its new Vice President

Mitsubishi Motors announces its new Vice President

30 Jun 09 16:52
Mitsubishi Motors (Thailand) Company Limited announced Koji Nakahara to assume Vice President – Office of Sales & Marketing effective 1 July 2009. Mr. Nakahara has joined MMTh as Corporate General Manger office of Sales since August 2007. This new
Goodyear revs into motorsport with firm sponsorship for 2 Thai racers in Formula D

Goodyear revs into motorsport with firm sponsorship for 2 Thai racers in Formula D

30 Jun 09 16:18
Goodyear drifts into motorsport sponsorship as it confirms plans to support two Thai drift talents in one of the world’s most exciting races, the Formula Drifting, which will be held in Singapore from July 4-5, 2009. Drifting, although very new to
KBank introduces Member Get Member scheme

KBank introduces Member Get Member scheme

30 Jun 09 15:23
KASIKORNBANK launches a new campaign: Member Get Member exclusively for customers holding existing deposit account who are able to invite new customers to open Taweesup Special Fixed Deposits with at least 5,000 baht or Ready-to-use Time Deposit with the

Fitch Upgrades CABEI’s Baht Bonds to ‘AAA(tha)’

30 Jun 09 23:11
Fitch Ratings (Thailand) Limited has today upgraded the National Long-term rating of Central American Bank for Economic Integration’s (CABEI) THB2.374bn senior unsecured bonds, due 2017, to ‘AAA(tha)’ from ‘AA+(tha)’. The

MAS signs MOU with the central bank of the Netherlands

30 Jun 09 22:03
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and De Nederlandsche Bank N.V. (DNB) jointly announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for an arrangement to enhance liquidity provision to banks in non-routine situations. This will be

ASE signs a 5-year NT$12bn syndicated loan agreement with 17 banks

30 Jun 09 22:01
Advanced Semiconductor Engineering Inc. has signed a syndicated loan agreement with 17 banks. The five-year NT$12bn syndicated loan is led by Citibank, Taipei Fubon Commercial Bank, Bank of Taiwan, Calyon Corporate and Investment Bank and First

Moody's downgrades Norinchukin Bank to Aa3; outlook is stable

30 Jun 09 22:00
Moody's Investors Service downgraded The Norinchukin Bank's (Norinchukin) bank financial strength rating (BFSR) to C- from C, Baseline Credit Assessment (BCA) to Baa1 from A3, long-term ratings to Aa3 from Aa2, and ratings on the Subordinated Euro Medium

Moody's: Negative outlook maintained for Icelandic banking system

30 Jun 09 21:53
The fundamental credit outlook for the Icelandic banking system remains negative, reflecting the significant challenges still lying ahead in terms of rebuilding the sector, says Moody's Investors Service in its new Banking System Outlook on Iceland.

Moody's sees negative industry outlook for N. Asian banking systems

30 Jun 09 21:52
Moody's Investors Service says that its industry outlook for banking systems in North Asia (ex-Japan) is negative, reflecting the impact of the slowdowns in global and domestic economies on the region's banks. "The slowdown and the consequent impact on

AsiaNet Daily Summary - Press Releases for Tuesday 30 June 2009

30 Jun 09 21:37
NEW ZIGBEE... SAN RAMON, Calif.- The ZigBee(R) Alliance, a global ecosystem of companies creating wireless solutions for use in energy management, commercial and consumer applications, today announced development of the ZigBee Green Power feature set to

Atlas Copco First to Offer Certified ‘Net Zero Energy Consumption’ Compressors - the ‘Carbon Zero’ Range

30 Jun 09 20:24
Atlas Copco’s (STO:ATCOA)(STO:ATCOB) Oil-free Air division has announced that the company’s ZR series of water-cooled oil-free air compressors with built-in energy recovery systems is the first in the world to be TÜV certified for

Fitch Affirms Finansa’s National LT at ‘BBB(tha)’; Stable Outlook

30 Jun 09 18:56
Fitch Ratings (Thailand) has today affirmed Finansa Public Company Limited’s (FNS) National Long-term rating at ‘BBB(tha)’ with a Stable Outlook, and its National Short-term rating at ‘F3(tha)’. FNS’s ratings reflect

Kiwanis International Pursuing Second Worldwide Service Project

30 Jun 09 18:41
In 1994, Kiwanis International made a pledge to help protect children from the scourges of Iodine Deficiency Disorders in its first Worldwide Service Project. Now, with the majority of the world's children protected against IDD, Kiwanis is inviting

Moody's downgrades Shinkin Central Bank to Aa3; outlook negative

30 Jun 09 18:37
Moody's Investors Service downgraded Shinkin Central Bank's (SCB) bank financial strength rating (BFSR) to C- from C, Baseline Credit Assessment (BCA) to Baa1 from A3, long-term deposit and senior unsecured debt ratings to Aa3 from Aa2. The bank's P-1

Enhanced Methodology And Assumptions Announced For Rating Government-Related Entities; Teleconference On June 30

30 Jun 09 18:18
Standard & Poor's Ratings Services today published its updated methodology for rating government-related entities (GREs). This follows our "Request For Comment: Enhanced Methodology For Rating Government-Related Entities And Assessing The Potential For

Bangkok’s condominium market overview and forecast in 2009

30 Jun 09 18:02
Thailand’s real estate market conditions keep worsening since the last quarter of 2008 as the world’s financial crisis exploded and the country’s economy being influenced. These negative impacts certainly aggravate because of the

Thai Futures Exchange introduces derivatives trading simulation

30 Jun 09 17:51
Thailand Futures Exchange PCL (TFEX) will hold TFEX Simulation 2009: Click2Win, the futures and options trading competition that helps investors learn before they actually trade. Competitors will have a chance to win prizes worth THB120,000 (approx.

Yuma Municipal Property Corp., AZ's Utility System Revenue Bonds Raised To 'A+' From 'A' On Good Financial Performance

30 Jun 09 15:38
Standard & Poor's Ratings Services raised its underlying rating (SPUR) one notch to 'A+' from 'A' on , Ariz.'s senior-lien utility system revenue bonds, issued for the city of Yuma. "We base the upgrade on the system's good financial performance

TRIS Rating Affirms Company and Issue Ratings of “PS” at “A-” With “Positive” Outlook

30 Jun 09 15:08
TRIS Rating has affirmed the company rating of Preuksa Real Estate PLC (PS) and the ratings of PS’s senior debentures at “A-” with “positive” outlook. The ratings reflect PS’s leading position in the low-priced