Business Briefs

Daimler Commercial Vehicles Thailand shakes up bus market with the new model of Mercedes-Benz Bus Chassis ‘OH1626L’

DCVT is moving proactively in the bus market with the forthcoming new model of Mercedes-Benz bus chassis OH1626L. DCVT is set to offer the innovation to support public transportation and tourism operators after fully reopening the country to tourists. The new model is worth investing on cost efficiency, less air pollution, and eco-friendly.

Mr. Ralf Kraemer, CEO of Daimler Commercial Vehicles (Thailand) (DCVT) said “We have earned the trust and positive feedback given from business operators through Mercedes-Benz quality standards. The launch of the Mercedes-Benz OH1626L bus chassis has been intentionally designed for different use cases. With a vehicle length of 12 meters, this new model bus chassis will provide the improved operational performance for business operators in public service vehicles and inter-city transportation as well as meet the requirements on safety and convenience for passengers at the highest level”

“Since the country has fully reopened, this results in a positive signal of recovery for the growth of the bus business in Thailand. In transportation, new routes have been pioneered, while the tourism sector continues to grow for both Thai and foreign travelers, with over 30 million visitors forecast, visiting Greater Bangkok, the Southern, and Eastern regions. As other business sectors resume operation, it is expected that the demand of the passenger bus will increase. The launch of new Mercedes-Benz chassis OH 1626L will fulfil all customers’ requirements for performance, worthiness, and safety.” Mr. Kraemer added.

For 2023 Business Direction, DCVT plans to continuously penetrate the truck and bus market, and striving to develop products and services to meet the customers’ needs to become a leader in trucks and buses. Moreover, the company keeps accelerating the development of vehicle technology to reduce emissions under the vision “Leading Sustainable Transportation”.

Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok named Thailand’s best city hotel in the TRAVEL + LEISURE LUXURY Awards Asia Pacific 2023

Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok, Langsuan’s stylish hospitality landmark, has been named Thailand's Best City Hotel in the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2023, winning “the best” accolade for the second consecutive year. Recognizing that excellence starts at the top, Patrick Both, General Manager of Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok and Area General Manager IHG Luxury & Lifestyle Thailand, was also among the top five in the Hotel General Managers category. Award winners were chosen by a worldwide readers’ survey, with 10 city hotels in Thailand vying for first place.

Bangkok was also awarded the number one destination in the APAC region, over cities such as Tokyo, Taipei and Hong Kong, definitively identifying this City of Angels as travellers’ favourite. In addition to these two awards, IHG One Rewards also took first place in five additional prestigious hotel awards. IHG One Rewards, the first loyalty program in the industry with nearly 6,000 hotels in over 100 countries, includes Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok.

More information: https://www.kimptonmaalaibangkok.com

Eastin Grand Hotel Phayathai officially unveiled

Kamkoong Property Co., Ltd. together with Absolute Hotel Services Co., Ltd. have announced the opening of Eastin Grand Hotel Phayathai as the second Eastin Grand branded hotel in Thailand.

The Eastin Grand Hotel Phayathai features 494 beautiful rooms and suites ranging from 34-370 sqm. including luxurious penthouse suites. Other facilities include a 1,200 sqm. all-day dining market-style restaurant, a specialty Mediterranean restaurant, fitness centre, spa, executive lounge and two large outdoor swimming pools. The striking interior design of the hotel was inspired by Phaya Thai Palace, which served as King Rama V of Thailand's recreational residence.

With a total area of 4,570 sqm., the function and event spaces at Eastin Grand Hotel Phayathai are one-of-a-kind and feature the latest modern technology to serve all kinds of functions and special events. The hotel also has a 720 sqm. multi-purpose wedding space that can be transformed into any couple’s dream celebration.

Located at The Unicorn building, a mixeduse complex with office space and retail stores, the Eastin Grand Hotel Phayathai is conveniently located with direct access to the Phayathai BTS Skytrain Station and is only 5 minutes’ walk from Airport Rail Link Phayathai Station, making it easy to get anywhere in Bangkok.

The hotel features 2 restaurants. The Market@5 is an international all-day dining and buffet restaurant inspired by street food style food trucks and features an eclectic choice of international cuisine focusing on the classic dishes of each country. For something different, Trattoria@22 offers diners the opportunity to dine on remarkable Mediterranean cuisine with a modern twist.

More information: www.eastingrandhotelphayathai.com

Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok takes leadership position in sustainable practices

In an important milestone, Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok has achieved EarthCheck Certified Silver through EarthCheck, the world’s leading business advisory group specialising in sustainability and destination management for the travel and tourism industry.

“Sindhorn Kempinski is at the centre of a sustainable, eco-friendly community, advocating for best practices to improve the environment in Bangkok and beyond, while excelling in providing superb guest experiences,” stated Thaddaeus Weiss, Hotel Manager of Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok. “The EarthCheck Certified Silver confirms our mission and achievements in environmentally responsible practices.”

To avoid catastrophic climate change, the world needs to limit the global temperature increase to 1.5 degrees centigrade above pre-industrial levels. Today, we are already at 1.1 °C and feeling the effects, meaning

that the window for achieving our target and avoiding the most catastrophic impacts of climate change is rapidly closing. The very environmental values and cultural assets that attract visitors to destinations need to be protected and responsibly managed. The tourism industry and its operators are key to creating this change.

Stewart Moore, CEO and Founder of EarthCheck, said that Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok has taken a significant leadership position in sustainability. He said, “I would like to congratulate whole team at Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok on their achievement. Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok is a valued member of a global group of tourism operators who dare to make a difference.”

By working with EarthCheck, Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok has joined other industry leaders who are taking meaningful steps towards resolving some of the very real issues that face the planet.

More information: https://www.kempinski.com/en/sindhorn-hotel