Following the fire that broke out inside a private warehouse and kitchen cabinet factory in Soi Chalong Krung 55, Lat Krabang District, Bangkok, on the morning of May 11, which affected the surrounding area and caused concern among nearby residents, Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited was requested by the Ministry of Industry, through the Department of Industrial Works (DIW), to support the emergency response operations.
Bangchak dispatched a 15,000-liter firefighting foam truck along with a team of trained firefighters from the Bangchak Phra Khanong Refinery. Working in coordination with government agencies and local authorities, the team deployed foam to suppress heat and prevent flare-ups, contributing significantly to bringing the fire under control.
Mr. Chaiwat Kovavisarach, Group Chief Executive Officer and President, Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited, stated, "Safety is central to Bangchak's operations. Our Bangchak Phra Khanong Refinery has been developed as a benchmark for safety and sustainable management. It is the first and only refinery to receive both the Thailand Quality Award (TQA) and the Global Performance Excellence Award (GPEA) from the Asia Pacific Quality Organization (APQO), reflecting our commitment to international standards in safety, environmental protection, and risk management. As a key contributor to national energy security, we are always ready to support emergency response efforts that protect lives and communities. I would like to thank the Bangchak team for their dedication in carrying out this mission and extend our support to those affected, wishing them a swift recovery."