Bangkok--19 Nov--BOI
Thai Prime Minister, Abhisit Vejjajiva, announced the plan for theexhibition--BOI Fair 2011: Going Green for the Future, stating that the BOI2011 event was an important project in which the government and private sectorswould cooperate to show the strength and potential of Thailand's industry. Itwill be held from 10 to 25 November 2011 at the Impact Exhibition andConvention Center at Muang Thong Thani.
"Next year, 2011, will mark the completion of H. M. the King’s seventh cycle,"the Prime Minister said. "The BOI Fair 2011 is being held as part of thecelebration of this auspicious event."
Not only will the BOI Fair 2011 build confidence in Thailand, it will alsoprovide an opportunity for businesses in all areas to come together to exhibittechnology and innovation and to display their products. In addition, therewill be a "CEO Forum," a seminar for top executives from leading internationalcompanies, which will offer another channel to showcase the achievements andpotential of Thai industry.
Mrs Atchaka Sibunruang, the Secretary General of the Board of Investment (BOI),said that the BOI Fair 2011: Going Green for the Future will encompass bothoutdoor and indoor areas totalling about 240,000 square metres. The outdoorarea, occupying 166,000 square metres of space beside the Muang Thong Thanilake, will feature the Royal Pavilion, 84 outdoor pavilions, in reference to H.M. the King’s 84th birthday in 2011 and will be used to exhibit the latesttechnology and innovation from both Thai and foreign countries.
The indoor exhibits have a total area of approximately 60,000 square metres.The space will be used to display and sell products from many differentindustries, including agriculture, food, beverages, electrical devices,fashion, gems, and ornamental items.
As of now, five Thai and foreign companies have expressed interest inparticipating in the BOI Fair 2011. They are: 1) Charoen Pokphand Group; 2) PTTPublic Company, Ltd; 3) Sony Group of Companies (Thailand); 4) Thai SamsungElectronics (Thailand) Co., Ltd.; and 5) Toyota Motors Thailand Co., Ltd.
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Thai Prime Minister, Abhisit Vejjajiva (6th from left) announced the plan for the exhibition, BOI Fair 2011: Going Green for the Future. It will be held from 10 to 25 November 2011 at the Impact Exhibition and Convention Center at Muang Thong Thani, Bangkok Thailand.The BOI Fair 2011 is being held as part of the celebration of the completion of Thai King’s seventh cycle. Five leading companies have expressed interest in participating in the BOI Fair 2011. They are 1) Charoen Pokphand Group 2) PTT Public Company, Ltd 3) Sony Group of Companies (Thailand) 4) Thai Samsung Electronics (Thailand) Co., Ltd. and 5) Toyota Motors Thailand Co., Ltd.
Companies interested in reserving space or further information contact:
BOI Fair 2011 Organizer Office,
Telephone: +66-2-553-8300,
Fax: +66-2-553-8333,
Email:
[email protected], or
visit the website at www.boifair2011.com.