Mega Lifesciences Plc (MEGA) is a leader in human wellness across global emerging markets. Founded in 1986, it listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand last November. Chief executive Vivek Dhawan discusses the company’s strategy and outlook. Mr Vivek delivers on his brands’ promise. What is Mega’s business model? Mega is a leading player in […]

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ADAM SET halts trading ADAM as of afternoon session on 25 September. It has requested additional information about ADAM’s investment in Gee Tha for Bt800mn. Shareholders approved a capital increase and the sale of four subsidiaries. (Kao Hoon, 26/09/14) AGE, BANPU, EARTH India cancels coal blocks — BANPU, EARTH and AGE are optimistic on India’s […]

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AOT AoT says no to foreign ventures – The long-mooted plan by the Airports of Thailand Plc (AoT) to compete for contracts to operate airports abroad is no longer on the radar screen. Chairman Prasong Poontaneathas made it clear that the current major upgrades of three of the six airports under AoT’s control – Suvarnabhumi, […]

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AP AP, Mitsubishi lay out plans – Mitsubishi Estate Group (MEC), one of Japan’s largest developers, plans to launch three to four residential projects next year in partnership with SET-listed developer AP (Thailand) Plc to capitalise on the recovering economy and improved political climate. “Thailand’s fundamentals such as long-term economic prospects and people’s income remain […]

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AJD Board approves issue of 750mn AJD-W1 shares. These will be allotted to existing shareholders at the ratio of 4 shares to 1 warrant for free to help support working capital and expand its business. The board has also approved a change in par Bt0.50 to Bt0.10/share to help increase liquidity. The Managing Director said […]

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BJC Berli Jucker introduces direct sales, e-commerce – Berli Jucker Plc (BJC), the SET-listed trading and retail company owned by billionaire Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi, is expanding its product sales and distribution to include direct sales and e-commerce channels after facing tough modern trade competition. (Bangkok Post, 22/09/14) Comment: Overall a small impact on their total numbers […]

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AJP AJP partnering with MUSE Group, in both Thailand and Singapore, to host sports events and concerts at the international level. It said that within the next six months, there will be four major events from which it expects to revenue of at least Bt600mn. It will announce the first major event in early October. […]

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What happened TUF bought King Oscar AS, Norway off a PE fund (The Private Equity Fund Procuritas Capital Investor IV); the deal is expected to be closed by 4Q14; Deal size: Not yet announced. TUF bought a 100% stake in MerAlliance, #4 in the smoked salmon market in Europe on the 5th September, deal to be […]

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AKR AKR expects net profit to grow in 2014 as it has backlog of Bt1.1bn. It expects 2015 revenue growth of 15% YoY on rising electric inverter sales supported by demand from renewable energy sector. (Kao Hoon, 18/09/14) BEC Channel 3, NBTC meeting fails to reach compromise – The dispute between Channel 3 and the […]

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