The Thai Advanced Manufacturing sector has grown rapidly over the past few decades. Located in the centre of Southeast Asia and sharing borders with four ASEAN nations, the country has firmly established itself as a hub for the region.

Come and find out why companies such as BMW, Volvo, and Omron have set up successful operations in Thailand.

9:45 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.: Registration and coffee

10:00 a.m. – 10:05 a.m.: Opening Remarks
Speaker: His Excellency Mr. Pisanu Suvanajata, Ambassador of Thailand to the United Kingdom

10:05 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.: Presentation on Business Environment in Thailand
Speaker: Choowong Tangkoonsombati, Director, BOI

10:20 a.m. – 10:35 a.m.: Advanced Manufacturing sector in Thailand
Speaker: Choowong Tangkoonsombati, Director, BOI
– investment opportunities
– incentives
– support provided by the BOI

10:35 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.: Presentation on Export Opportunities in Thailand
Speaker: Geoff Charlesworth, ASEAN Export Specialist, UK-ASEAN Business Council

10:50 a.m. – 11:05 a.m.: Case Study: Federal-Mogul Powertrain
Speaker: Mr Ruairi McCafferty, Director Real Estate

11:05 a.m. – 11.45 a.m.: Networking coffee

One-to-one meetings available during and after the networking coffee for companies considering setting up in Thailand/Asia.