A new concrete road around the popular tourist island of Don Khong has been completed and is ready for use.
New Concrete Road Open For Use In Don Khong
Authorities Destroy 31 Hectares of Opium Poppy Farms in Oudomxay
Authorities have destroyed over 31 hectares of illegal opium poppy farms in Oudomxay Province.
Rediscover the appeal of Shimane. Mt. Sanbe has been introduced in the famous media “Ra-Chi-Go”.
TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach – 17 February 2021 – A drive tour plan for the Mt. Sanbe area was introduced on the tourist information website “Ra-Chi-Go” for those in Taiwan and Hong Kong. As well as the spots with seven must-try local dishes, you can also find traditional Japanese “fireplace” experiences, an abundant number of activities, and Instagram-worthy photo spots at the farmhouse “Mikuniya”. The tourist attracting power of Mt. Sanbe appears to be receiving a lot of attention currently.
The Sanbeyama area, located in the centre of the Shimane Prefecture, includes Oda City, Iinan Town, and Misato Town. It takes about an hour by car to reach famous sightseeing spots such as Izumo. “Ra-Chi-Go” has a list of 7 local dishes that you definitely want to eat in this area, such as Shimane beef, Iwami beef, Okuizumo Wagyu beef, and Yamakujira hamburger steak. For instance, “Iwami no Mori Starry Sky Restaurant” opened in October 2019. At the outdoor restaurant directly managed by Iwami Winery, meals can be enjoyed in the wilderness, and their homemade wine, made using home grown grapes, is recommended as a souvenir.
The Mt. Sanbe area is brimming with outdoor activities and atmosphere of the four seasons can be seen. “Ra-Chi-Go” also introduces the cherry blossom trees along the Ushio Sakura Highway situated around the former Ushio Station on the JR Sanko Line, a popular cherry blossom viewing spot. In spring, the pink cherry blossom tunnel is a must-see. In autumn, apple picking can be experienced at “Akagi Kogen Kanko Apple Garden” or chestnut picking at “Noma Kanko Kurien”. At the mega-luxurious open-air hot spring at “Kokuminshuku Sanbeso”, going in the hot spring while gazing at the starry sky is a luxurious experience that can only be had at Mt. Sanbe.
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“Ra-Chi-Go” Introduction to Mt. Sanbe, Shimane Article [Local cuisine edition]
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“Ra-Chi-Go” Introduction to Mt. Sanbe, Shimane Article [Activities]
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Henkel unveils upgraded Innovation and Application Lab in Sydney
New facility targets growth sectors in Australia and New Zealand
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach – 17 February 2021 – Henkel Australia has officially opened the upgraded Innovation and Application Lab in Seven Hills, Sydney, Australia. As a global leader in adhesives, sealants and functional coatings, the upgraded facility positions Henkel at the forefront of innovation for key growth sectors in Australia and New Zealand, namely food and beverage, packaging, engineered wood and general manufacturing and maintenance.
Aamir Qureshi (left), Operations & Supply Chain Manager, and Stephen Liu (right), Product Development Chemist, cutting the ribbon to mark the official opening of the upgraded Innovation and Application Lab of Henkel Adhesive Technologies in Sydney.
Daniel Rudolph, President of Henkel Australia and New Zealand, said, “Henkel’s customers are looking for the latest innovations to increase performance and efficiency, and improve their sustainability footprint. The upgrading of our Innovation and Application Lab allows us to test and tailor solutions to meet the requirements of the local market, ranging from the latest in product design and food safety standards to adapting to a circular economy.”
Mark Dorn, President of Henkel Asia-Pacific and Global Head of Craftsmen, Construction and Professional Division, Henkel Adhesive Technologies, said, “As a global market leader in the global markets for adhesives, sealants and functional coatings we continue to grow our innovation capabilities across the Asia Pacific. Our upgraded Innovation and Application Lab in Sydney enables us to offer the latest product innovations to the market. From food safety and sustainability for the packaging industry to raising the standards in engineered wood production, we are excited to offer game-changing solutions to our customers.”
The Innovation and Application Lab is co-located at Henkel’s adhesive manufacturing facility. This facilitates a rapid transition and reduces the time to market from product concept and development to volume production.
Micheal Hajj, Head of Technical for Adhesive Technologies at Henkel Australia and New Zealand, highlighted several advanced technical capabilities of the lab.
- Using state-of-the-art equipment, the lab conducts performance testing of customers’ samples to meet the international standards for engineered wood, namely AS/NZS 1328 for glue laminated timber and AS 5068-2006 for timber finger joints in structural products. Henkel is also able to validate the performance of new primer and wood species with our adhesives.
- With the Anton Parr rheometer, Henkel chemists can stringently test complex rheological behavior in food packaging solutions.
- Tapping into its polymerization capability, the lab is looking into developing customized water-based technologies for the Australia and New Zealand markets.
The upgraded lab is equipped with state-of-the-art technologies, allowing Henkel to test and tailor products to the requirements of customers in key growth sectors in Australia and New Zealand, namely food and beverage, packaging, engineered wood and general manufacturing and maintenance.
The Innovation and Application Lab is co-located at Henkel’s adhesive manufacturing plant in Sydney. This facilitates a rapid transition and reduces the time to market from product concept and development to volume production.
About Henkel
Henkel operates globally with a well-balanced and diversified portfolio. The company holds leading positions with its three business units in both industrial and consumer businesses thanks to strong brands, innovations and technologies. Henkel Adhesive Technologies is the global leader in the adhesives market — across all industry segments worldwide. In its Laundry & Home Care and Beauty Care businesses, Henkel holds leading positions in many markets and categories around the world. Founded in 1876, Henkel looks back on more than 140 years of success. In 2019, Henkel reported sales of more than 20 billion euros and adjusted operating profit of more than 3.2 billion euros. Henkel employs more than 52,000 people globally — a passionate and highly diverse team, united by a strong company culture, a common purpose to create sustainable value, and shared values. As a recognized leader in sustainability, Henkel holds top positions in many international indices and rankings. Henkel’s preferred shares are listed in the German stock index DAX. For more information, please visit www.henkel.com.
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Dachser Air & Sea Logistics reorganizes regional management
Dr. Tobias Burger to head the ASL EMEA business unit, Ralph Riehl to take over the ASL Americas business unit
KEMPTEN, GERMANY / HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 16 February 2021 – Dachser Air & Sea Logistics (ASL) has reorganized the management of its business units in the Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) and Americas regions.
The position of Managing Director ASL EMEA has been assumed by Dr. Tobias Burger, who is already responsible for the strategic development of the business field Air & Sea Logistics as Deputy Director ASL. Before moving to the air and sea freight business, the 43-year-old was head of Corporate Governance & CEO Office at Dachser. Dr. Burger succeeds Thomas Krüger, who has led the air and sea freight business in the EMEA region since 2016.
With immediate effect, Dachser Air & Sea Logistics has assigned responsibility for the ASL Americas business unit to Ralph Riehl (55). Before joining Dachser, the experienced manager worked for the logistics group Panalpina, now DSV Panalpina, for over 30 years, holding management positions in France, Singapore, and the United States. Most recently, Riehl was Senior Vice President of Sales, responsible for all DSV Panalpina sales in North and Latin America. Riehl assumes the position of Managing Director ASL Americas from Guido Gries, who has led Dachser’s business in the region since 2012.
“We would like to thank Thomas Krüger and Guido Gries for their many years of dedicated work in the business development and integration of our air and sea freight network, and we wish them all the best for their professional and personal future,” says Edoardo Podestà, COO Air & Sea Logistics at Dachser.
“Dr. Tobias Burger and Ralph Riehl will provide new impetus for the sustainable and profitable development of Dachser Air & Sea Logistics in their regions through their optimal combination of in-house and external expertise. As a result, they will consistently drive the development of globally integrated, value-added solutions for our customers.”
About Dachser
Headquartered in Germany, Dachser is one of the world’s leading logistics providers. Using its own in-house developed IT-systems, Dachser incorporates transport, warehousing, and value-added services to provide comprehensive supply chain solutions. Thanks to some 31,000 employees based in 393 locations all over the globe, Dachser generated a consolidated net revenue of approximately EUR 5.7 billion in 2019. The same year, the logistics provider handled a total of 80.6 million shipments weighing 41.0 million metric tons. Country organizations represent Dachser in 44 countries.
In Asia, Dachser employs more than 1,696 people in 48 locations in 12 Business Areas. Its Asia Pacific Regional Head Office is located in Hong Kong.
For more information about Dachser, please visit www.dachser.hk
Indonesia’s E-grocery Industry Poised to Hit USD 6B GMV by 2025
JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach – 16 February 2021 – According to L.E.K. Consulting‘s latest insights, Indonesia’s e-groceries market is nearing a turning point in drivers of penetration. In the broader Asian context, operators in the space have enjoyed success in markets like China and South Korea.
COVID-19 is likely the catalyst that leads to a step-change in Indonesia’s e-grocery penetration that could be worth USD 5B-6B Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) by 2025, with possible upside risk. Against the backdrop of developing trends in the market, the pandemic likely propelled adoption of online groceries by 2-3x in 2020. With ~65% of the population lying below the age of 44 years and an urban population demonstrating an impulsive buying behaviour, favourable customer demographics is a key contributor to the success of e-groceries penetration. The report further delves into customer demographics, explaining that ~65% of buyers opt for convenience — a salient feature of e-groceries. Digital enablement is also an underlying driver for its growth as 96% of the population has a mobile phone and 76% can access the internet.
“As observed in other Asian markets like China and South Korea, younger shoppers are more likely to make online purchases and with improving internet access and digital enablement, this savvy consumer type, has bolstered demand for online groceries. These markets have reached critical mass of 5% penetration or more. With similar trends observed in the dynamic Indonesian economy, the e-grocery market is poised to grow further accelerated by the pandemic” explained Manas Tamotia, head of the technology practice at L.E.K. Consulting’s Southeast Asia office.
Moreover, e-commerce penetration in Indonesia hit 6% in 2019, as compared to less than 1% in 2014. On the supply-side, a range of players and models have emerged to meet consumers’ needs. Across the offline-to-online model, online market model and aggregator model, prominent names like Carrefour, Alfaonline.com, happyfresh and more have stimulated demand.
A global consultancy firm, L.E.K.’s research points out that modern retailing is nascent in Indonesia relative to other markets, nonetheless, it is a USD ~20B industry with USD ~9B spent in hyper- and supermarkets. As COVID-19 catapults global sectors into the digital era, it is highly likely that e-groceries take up more share in the market in the coming years, given the higher prevalence of technology and e-commerce adoption today.
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Steinhoff International Holdings N.V.: Notice of the Availability of A s155 Proposal
AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS – EQS Newswire – 16 February 2021 – Notice is hereby given to inter alia certain creditors (“Scheme Creditors“) of Steinhoff International Holdings Proprietary Limited (“the Company“), of a proposed scheme of arrangement and compromise (the “Scheme“), and of the availability of the proposal / Scheme document (the “Proposal“).
1 ACCESSING THE PROPOSAL AND ITS ANNEXURES
The Proposal and its annexures are available at www.SteinhoffSettlement.com, and by completing a request form from the Registrar of the High Court of South Africa, Western Cape Division, Cape Town.
2 FURTHER COMMUNICATIONS
If the Company communicates further with Scheme Creditors, it shall do so:
2.1 on Steinhoff International Holdings N.V.’s website (www.steinhoffinternational.com);
2.2 at www.SteinhoffSettlement.com;
2.3 on the Stock Exchange News Service and the equivalent service of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange;
2.4 by email to the legal representatives of the active claimant groups, alternatively by email directly to the active claimant groups;
2.5 by email to the known legal representatives of Scheme Creditors, alternatively by email directly to the known e-mail addresses of known Scheme Creditors; and
2.6 otherwise in accordance with any publication requirements as may be directed by the Western Cape High Court.
3 ACTION REQUIRED
3.1 A Scheme Meeting will in due course be convened by notice to Scheme Creditors eligible to attend and vote at the Scheme Meeting.
3.2 If eligible Scheme Creditors wish to attend and vote at the Scheme Meeting, they should take note of the Important Dates and Times posted on www.SteinhoffSettlement.com, provide the Claims Administrator with the necessary supporting documentation evidencing their status as a Scheme Creditor and, subject to the dispute resolution process contained in the Proposal, provide substantiation of the value of the claim they assert, and follow the process set out in the Proposal.
4 SUMMARY OF THE PROPOSAL
The Proposal contemplates a compromise between the Company and Scheme Creditors, defined in the Proposal, and who are envisaged to be settled in accordance with the terms of the Proposal.
4.1 The Proposal shall become effective if (i) it is adopted by the statutory required majorities of the Scheme Creditors; (ii) it is thereafter approved and sanctioned on a final and non-appealable basis by the High Court and (iii) all of the Suspensive Conditions are satisfied. Following the Proposal becoming effective, compromises will become effective and distributions will be made to the Scheme Creditors who are entitled thereto.
4.2 Scheme Creditors comprise what are defined in Annexure A to the Proposal as –
4.2.1 the Contractual Claimants;
4.2.2 the Financial Creditors; and
4.2.3 the SIHPL Market Purchase Claimants,
who are envisaged to be settled in accordance with the terms of the Proposal.
4.3 The Proposal shall become effective if (i) it is adopted by the statutory required majorities of the Scheme Creditors of the Company that participate in the filing and voting procedures; (ii) it is thereafter approved and sanctioned on a final and non-appealable basis by the High Court of South Africa as contemplated in section 155(7) of the Companies Act; and (iii) all of the Suspensive Conditions (as defined in Annexure A to the Proposal) applicable to the Proposal are satisfied. Following the Proposal becoming effective, compromises will become effective and distributions will be made to the Scheme Creditors who are entitled thereto in accordance with the provisions of the Proposal. If the Proposal does not become effective, it shall be of no legal force or effect, shall not constitute a compromise of any claims of Scheme Creditors, and shall not constitute an offer of any kind on the part of the Company capable of acceptance by Scheme Creditors.
4.4 If you are a Scheme Creditor of SIHPL, you are invited, in accordance with the terms of the Proposal, to file a claim and participate in the voting procedures set out therein, as you may be eligible to receive a payment based on the Proposal.
4.5 The Proposal shall be put to a vote at a virtual meeting or meetings, convened for such purpose.
4.6 The Proposal does not constitute, on any basis whatsoever, an admission of any liability on the part of SIHPL towards any party that has instituted legal proceedings against SIHPL, or intends to institute such legal proceedings or has threatened to institute such legal proceedings or who may assert a claim of whatsoever nature and howsoever arising, in legal proceedings.
4.7 The Scheme Creditors are encouraged to contact their respective advisers regarding the filing and voting procedures set out in the Proposal and, in addition, to consult www.SteinhoffSettlement.com for further information.
4.8 As a number of the matters set out in the Proposal are complex and technical in nature, all interested persons are encouraged to consult with an independent legal advisor, accountant, financial advisor or any other professional advisor who may be of assistance to interested persons in respect to the contents of the Proposal.
5 TRANSLATIONS OF THIS NOTICE
(e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com)ستتم إتاحة نسخة مترجمة من هذا الإشعار بـ “]اللغة العربية[“عند الطلب.
Преведена версия на тази декларация при поискване ще бъде достъпна на български език (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Prevedena verzija ove Obavijesti bit će dostupna na zahtjev na hrvatski (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Přeložená verze tohoto Oznámení bude na vyžádání k dispozici v Čeština (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
En oversat version af denne meddelelse vil blive gjort tilgængelig efter anmodning på dansk (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Een vertaalde versie van deze mededeling zal op verzoek beschikbaar worden gesteld in het Nederlands (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Selle teadaande eesti keelde tõlgitud versioon tehakse kättesaadavaks vastava taotluse esitamisel (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Une version traduite en français de cette notice sera fournie sur demande (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Eine übersetzte Version dieses Hinweises wird auf Anfrage auf Deutsch zur Verfügung gestellt (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Η μετάφραση της παρούσας Γνωστοποίησης στα Ελληνικά θα είναι διαθέσιμη κατόπιν αιτήματος (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
גרסה מתורגמת של הודעה זו תהיה זמינה לפי בקשה בעברית. (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com)
Ennek az értesítésnek a lefordított változata kérésre elérhetővé válik Magyar nyelven (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Þýdd útgáfa af þessari tilkynningu verður fáanleg samkvæmt beiðni á Íslensku (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Una versione tradotta del presente Avviso verrà resa disponibile su richiesta in Italiano (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Pēc pieprasījuma tiks nodrošināta šī Paziņojuma tulkota versija latviešu valodā (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Išverstas šio pranešimo variantas pareikalavus bus pateiktas lietuvių kalba (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
本通知的翻译版本将根据所需提供[简体中文]版本。(e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com)
En oversatt versjon av denne merknaden vil bli gjort tilgjengelig på forespørsel på Norsk (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Tłumaczenie tej informacji na język polski zostanie udostępnione na prośbę (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Mediante pedido, será disponibilizada uma versão traduzida do presente Aviso em Português (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
O versiune tradusă a acestei notificări va fi pusă la dispoziție la cerere în limba română (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Preložená verzia tohto vyhlásenia bude na požiadanie k dispozícii v slovenčine (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Prevedena različica tega obvestila je v slovenščini na voljo na zahtevo (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Toleo lililotafsiriwa la Notisi hii litatolewa endapo litaombwa katika kiswahili (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Vid behov kommer en översatt version av detta meddelande att göras tillgänglig på svensk (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Se pondrá a disposición de los interesados una versión de este Aviso traducida al español (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Bu Bildirimin Türkçe çevirisi talep üzerine sağlanacaktır (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Further notice is hereby given to inter alia certain creditors of Steinhoff International Holdings Proprietary Limited, of an addendum to and amendment of the Proposal (the “Addendum“), and of the availability of (i) the Addendum and (ii) the Proposal as amended by the Addendum, together with the annexures thereto (the “Amended Proposal“).
1 ACCESSING THE ADDENDUM AND THE AMENDED PROPOSAL
The Proposal and its annexures, as well as the Addendum and the Amended Proposal and its annexures, are available at www.SteinhoffSettlement.com, and by completing a request form from the Registrar of the High Court of South Africa, Western Cape Division, Cape Town.
2 TRANSLATIONS OF THIS NOTICE
(e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com)ستتم إتاحة نسخة مترجمة من هذا الإشعار بـ “]اللغة العربية[“عند الطلب.
Преведена версия на тази декларация при поискване ще бъде достъпна на български език (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Prevedena verzija ove Obavijesti bit će dostupna na zahtjev na hrvatski (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Přeložená verze tohoto Oznámení bude na vyžádání k dispozici v Čeština (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
En oversat version af denne meddelelse vil blive gjort tilgængelig efter anmodning på dansk (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Een vertaalde versie van deze mededeling zal op verzoek beschikbaar worden gesteld in het Nederlands (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Selle teadaande eesti keelde tõlgitud versioon tehakse kättesaadavaks vastava taotluse esitamisel (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Une version traduite en français de cette notice sera fournie sur demande (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Eine übersetzte Version dieses Hinweises wird auf Anfrage auf Deutsch zur Verfügung gestellt (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Η μετάφραση της παρούσας Γνωστοποίησης στα Ελληνικά θα είναι διαθέσιμη κατόπιν αιτήματος (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
גרסה מתורגמת של הודעה זו תהיה זמינה לפי בקשה בעברית. (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com)
Ennek az értesítésnek a lefordított változata kérésre elérhetővé válik Magyar nyelven (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Þýdd útgáfa af þessari tilkynningu verður fáanleg samkvæmt beiðni á Íslensku (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Una versione tradotta del presente Avviso verrà resa disponibile su richiesta in Italiano (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Pēc pieprasījuma tiks nodrošināta šī Paziņojuma tulkota versija latviešu valodā (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Išverstas šio pranešimo variantas pareikalavus bus pateiktas lietuvių kalba (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
本通知的翻译版本将根据所需提供[简体中文]版本。(e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com)
En oversatt versjon av denne merknaden vil bli gjort tilgjengelig på forespørsel på Norsk (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Tłumaczenie tej informacji na język polski zostanie udostępnione na prośbę (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Mediante pedido, será disponibilizada uma versão traduzida do presente Aviso em Português (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
O versiune tradusă a acestei notificări va fi pusă la dispoziție la cerere în limba română (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Preložená verzia tohto vyhlásenia bude na požiadanie k dispozícii v slovenčine (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Prevedena različica tega obvestila je v slovenščini na voljo na zahtevo (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Toleo lililotafsiriwa la Notisi hii litatolewa endapo litaombwa katika kiswahili (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Vid behov kommer en översatt version av detta meddelande att göras tillgänglig på svensk (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Se pondrá a disposición de los interesados una versión de este Aviso traducida al español (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
Bu Bildirimin Türkçe çevirisi talep üzerine sağlanacaktır (e-mail: info@SteinhoffSettlement.com).
The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
65% of Companies in Thailand to Maintain or Increase Employment Headcount in 2021: Survey
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach – 16 February 2021 – Professional recruitment services Michael Page Thailand launched the Talent Trends 2021 Report, with a keen eye on the Thai job market. While hiring activities dipped 37% in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, optimism is starting to show, with 33% of companies in Thailand looking to increase their headcounts and 32% maintaining status quo in 2021.
Kristoffer Paludan, Regional Director of Michael Page Thailand
Kristoffer Paludan, Regional Director of Michael Page Thailand says, “Like other markets in the region, Thailand’s technology sector stayed afloat and resilient, particularly for e-commerce and other internet-based businesses. Food production, too, proved to be a bright spot, which in turn carried other associated industries, such as chemical, agriculture, as well as agritech.”
In view of the economic demands, the sectors earmarked for highest hiring activity are industrial/manufacturing, fast moving consumer goods (FMCG), technology & telecommunications, healthcare/pharmaceutical as well as retail.
According to the report, the COVID-19 pandemic also served to hasten the adoption of digitisation. Over the course of the year, companies in Thailand have adapted to digitisation demands within impressively short timeframes. Technologies like virtualisation and cloud access have allowed many businesses to get as close to ‘business as usual’ as possible.
According to the report, 67% of employed technology professionals in Thailand anticipate looking for new opportunities in 2021 while another 31% is passively open to new ones, suggesting increased employment activity. Considering the competition for high-potential tech professionals, Kristoffer Paludan advises, “Candidates move jobs primarily due to the dynamic nature of the business, which is constantly adapting to changing market demands and practises. These are agile organisations that provide a steep learning curve and the opportunity for regional mandates in the medium-to-long term.”
As a viable option to bridge skill gaps arising from their move to business recovery in 2021, 42% of companies in Thailand cited their continued investment in employees by providing training to upskill the workforce while 46% turned to the use of automation for basic processes.
Thai professionals have also been empowered with the wealth of information available to them when considering a new job offer. 40% of the study’s respondents claimed they did extensive research on the company before applying for a job.
