New power tariff rate takes effect

The new power tariff of 3.99 baht per kilowatt-hour (unit), which reduces electricity bills for the last four months of this year, has taken effect, following approval from the Energy Regulatory Commission, which was instructed to enact the government’s energy price policies.

Thai oil firm PTTEP may seek extension for Myanmar gas fields

ABU DHABI, Oct 2 (Reuters) – Thai oil and gas giant PTT Exploration and Production (PTTEP) (PTTEP.BK) may extend its contracts for two gas fields in neighbouring Myanmar when one ends in 2028 and the other in about 20 years, its chief executive said on Monday.

Buoyant EV market raising skill gap concerns

The EV market in Thailand is growing rapidly thanks largely to the government’s promotional packages to incentivise both car manufacturing and consumers, high fuel costs and increasing awareness about emissions from road-based transportation.

Thailand EV sales shatter forecasts

Thailand EV sales shatter forecasts but sales could slow next year after surprisingly strong 2023 if subsidies are not extended, according to BMI