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German Federal Chancellor Scholz, WHO Director-General Dr Tedros and Bill Gates at the World Health Summit 2024

The world’s leading global health conference begins on October 13

BERLIN, GERMANY – Newsaktuell – 1 October 2024 – The financing of WHO, Germany’s role in global health, antimicrobial resistance, Mpox, digitalization – topics like these are on the agenda of this year’s World Health Summit from October 13-15 in Berlin. Leading international experts and decision-makers from all sectors will discuss strategies for a healthier future for all under the motto “Building Trust for a Healthier World”. Over 350 speakers and several thousand participants from all regions of the world are expected to attend, including numerous ministers, government officials and representatives from science, the private sector, civil society and international organizations.
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The central event of the WHS 2024 is the presentation of the WHO Investment Round on Monday, October 14, 6:00 PM CEST. Confirmed speakers: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and Bill Gates, Chair of the Gates Foundation. The event “All for Health, Health for All: Signature Event for the WHO Investment Round” is being co-hosted by Germany, France and Norway as key supporters of the WHO Investment Round.
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Media representatives can apply until October 9 for on-site accreditation at www.worldhealthsummit.org/media/accreditation.html.
The entire main program of the World Health Summit is open to the press.

The entire main program with over 60 sessions will also be available live online for free for people around the world who may not be able to attend in person at www.worldhealthsummit.org.

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World Health Summit 2024
October 13 – 15
JW Marriott Hotel Berlin
Stauffenbergstraße 26, 10785 Berlin
www.worldhealthsummit.org

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BREAKING: Bus Fire Claims Lives of Young Students in Bangkok

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LATEST UPDATE: 02 October at 1:17 PM


A school bus from Uthai Thani carrying 44 people – 38 students and six teachers – traveling to Ayutthaya caught fire on its way in Rangsit, Pathum Thani, Thailand on 1 October, killing 23, injuring 5 Thai media reported.

A recent report detailed an incident in which a bus, approaching a curved road near the National Monument, collided with the side of a Mercedes. The impact caused the bus to lose control and scrape along the central barrier for over 600 meters before coming to a stop, at which point a fire broke out at the front of the vehicle.

The fire started with a loud explosion at the rear of the bus and quickly spread throughout the interior. The driver, acting swiftly, exited the bus and opened the front door, allowing some of the children to escape. However, others tried to flee through the rear door.

Emergency services arrived on the scene and rescued 19 people from the burning bus, transporting them to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Hours after the incident, the bus driver, a resident of Ang Thong province, surrendered to police and is now under investigation.

PM Paetongtarn then instructed Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to oversee the incident. The government has committed to covering hospital treatment costs and providing support for the affected families.

Local officials are coordinating with the school and law enforcement to ensure that all affected students receive the necessary care.

As investigations continue, the focus remains on providing assistance to the victims and their families while addressing the safety concerns surrounding transportation for school activities.

SICPA world leader in fuel marking by volume, with over 60 billion liters marked per year

PRILLY, SWITZERLAND – EQS Newswire – 1 October 2024 – In less than a decade, SICPA has become the global market leader in turnkey fuel marking services, now providing fraud detection capability and revenue optimization for over 60 billion liters of petroleum products annually.

Since 2016, SICPA has been successfully deploying its Fuel Integrity Solution (FIS) in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. FIS is a robust integrated fuel marking solution that provides traceability, monitoring and fraud detection capabilities throughout the supply chain. It answers a serious challenge: according to the United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research, with more than USD 130 billion worth of fuels stolen worldwide every year, it is the largest smuggled natural resource.

SICPA’s highly resilient forensic markers are introduced into fuel products at all points of entry in a territory. Inspection vehicles equipped with mobile field analyzers can precisely quantify the markers’ level in fuel products, in less than 5 minutes, all along the supply chain. Strategic data reporting provides key information on fuel consumption and risk patterns related to fraud detection.

SICPA has acquired solid technological experience through its fuel marking contracts, helping governments achieve their ambitious goals, such as safeguarding and optimising tax collection, combating illicit activities throughout the supply chain, ensuring that consumers receive the product quality they expect and reducing air pollution caused by adulteration with substandard products.

SICPA’s FIS enables governments to effectively combat illicit trade by tackling various types of fraud such as smuggling, under declaration, diversion, dumping, adulteration, or dilution. In the Middle East for example, FIS helps authorities to prevent the illegal export of domestic fuel to neighbouring countries as well as its misuse in the domestic market.

SICPA also benefits from a global strategic partnership with Swiss company SGS, the global leader and an unmatched partner for fuel marking operations, field inspection and testing services. SICPA and SGS have a proven track record of successful collaboration ensuring the performance, stability, and robustness of their joint fuel integrity programs.

SICPA’s FIS benefits are recognized by governmental authorities worldwide. Based on a century of combined cutting-edge innovations in material, digital and data science domains, we provide public authorities with ultra-fast forensic detection capabilities on the field, allowing court-admissible evidence. Our system also enables governments to manage their strategic oil reserves, preserving their energy independence and helping to maintain national security by avoiding fuel shortages” explains Omar Messlem, Head of Fuel Segment at SICPA.

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About SICPA

is a Swiss technology company that supports the effective governance and long-term prosperity of nation states.

Our platform of sovereignty enables our customers to authenticate and secure their vital assets, through custom solutions based on a century of combined cutting-edge innovations in material, digital and data science domains.

At the center of every SICPA solution is a custom crafted molecule, unique to each nation. Acting as a single source of truth, these unique markers are deployed across the full value chain to generate actionable and trustworthy insights in real time.

Established in 1927 and headquartered in Switzerland, SICPA is best known for safeguarding the majority of the world’s banknotes. With operations across five continents, today our platform delivers sovereignty solutions mainly across revenue mobilisation, identity verification, healthcare security, and brand protection.

About SGS

We are – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Skyborn enters U.S. offshore joint venture

  • Partnership with Ørsted across two U.S. offshore wind projects
  • Interest in 704 MW Revolution Wind and 132 MW South Fork Wind projects added to portfolio

HAMBURG, GERMANY – EQS Newswire – 1 October 2024 – Skyborn Renewables (Skyborn), a Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) portfolio company, has successfully entered into an advanced U.S. offshore wind joint venture by completing the acquisition of a 50% stake in the Revolution Wind and South Fork Wind projects from U.S. utility Eversource Energy (Eversource). Skyborn will manage the ownership of 50% in each of Revolution Wind and South Fork Wind projects. Ørsted holds the remaining 50% stake in both projects. South Fork is the first operating utility scale offshore wind project in the U.S. and Revolution is one of the first fully permitted projects that has begun construction.

“Partnering on the Revolution Wind and South Fork Wind projects marks a significant step in expanding Skyborn’s presence in the U.S. offshore wind market. Moreover, this joint venture with Ørsted perfectly exemplifies our successful partnership model. This transaction offers strong value potential for our shareholders and partners through a well-structured approach that carefully mitigates key risks. Ørsted is a well-established and credible global leader in offshore wind, we are proud to partner with them and look forward to the collaboration,” said Patrick Lammers, CEO of Skyborn.

“We’re excited for our new partnership with Global Infrastructure Partners and Skyborn on South Fork Wind and Revolution Wind, two projects that are historic as well as central to America’s energy priorities,” said David Hardy, Group EVP and CEO Americas at Ørsted. “GIP is a trusted and longstanding global Ørsted partner and brings world-class experience to the U.S. offshore wind industry. We’re pleased to work alongside as investors and partners with them and the experts from Skyborn in building and delivering domestic and clean energy to the Northeast.”

Revolution Wind is a 704 MW offshore wind farm that will interconnect in Rhode Island and serve that state as well as Connecticut. The project is under construction and estimated to be operational in 2026. It is contracted under 20-year PPAs with Connecticut Light & Power (Eversource), United Illuminating (Avangrid) and Rhode Island Energy (PPL) and is expected to play a pivotal role in helping Rhode Island and Connecticut meet their clean energy goals.

South Fork Wind is a 132 MW offshore wind farm located off the coast of Montauk Point, New York. The project began delivering power in 2024. South Fork Wind project is fully contracted under a 20-year PPA with Long Island Power Authority.

JPMorgan Securities LLC and Greenhill, a Mizuho affiliate, are serving as financial advisors and Vinson & Elkins is serving as legal advisor to GIP.

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About Skyborn Renewables

Skyborn is an accomplished offshore wind developer and operator with more than 20 years’ experience, headquartered in Germany. Our capabilities cover the entire offshore wind value chain, including greenfield development, engineering and design, procurement, financing, commercialization / corporate power purchase agreements, construction management, as well as operations and asset management. Skyborn is a portfolio company of Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), a world-leading independent global infrastructure investor with headquarters in New York, USA.
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Lao Team Shines at Global Robotics Challenge, Achieves Historic 6th Place

Lao Team Shines at Global Robotics Challenge, Achieves Historic 6th Place
Champa Maker Team Places 6th in Global Robotics Tournament (Photo credit: Champa Maker club)

The Champa Maker team from Laos achieved 6th place out of 193 at the First Global Challenge Robotics Competition Held in Athens, Greece, from 26-29 September. 

Unplug and Reconnect: Amari Presents Relaxing Digital Detox Getaways in Thailand


BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 October 2024 – Amari, the distinguished hotel and resort brand under ONYX Hospitality Group, is pleased to highlight some its most tranquil beach properties in Thailand, offering guests the ultimate escape to unplug from the digital world. As more travellers seek relief from the constant demands of modern technology, these serene resorts: Amari Phuket, Amari Vogue Krabi and Amari Hua Hin, stand out as ideal destinations for a digital detox, offering breathtaking seaside settings, luxurious amenities, and immersive experiences that invite guests to disconnect from daily demands and reconnect with nature’s beauty.

Amari Presents Relaxing Digital Detox Getaways
Amari Presents Relaxing Digital Detox Getaways

As digital devices become increasingly addictive, excessive screen time has been linked to mental fatigue, disrupted sleep, and decreased productivity. Studies suggest that the ‘Three Day Effect’ – where disconnecting from the online world for at least three days – can reset the brain, promoting clearer thinking, improved sleep, and enhanced wellbeing.

Amari Phuket, nestled amidst lush tropical greenery and overlooking the sparkling turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea, is an idyllic retreat thoughtfully designed to promote relaxation – including multiple pools and serene spaces.
Guests are invited to immerse themselves in the plentiful amenities on offer, leaving digital distractions behind. At Breeze Spa, mood-based treatments rejuvenate both body and mind, while the Sea Bees Diving Centre offers exhilarating underwater excursions at Phuket’s premier dive sites for those seeking a touch of adventure. Whether guests are craving tranquillity or excitement, Amari Phuket caters to every need.

Dining at Amari Phuket is a sensory experience in itself. La Gritta serves authentic Mediterranean dishes in an elegant setting, while dinners on The Jetty offer the chance to stargaze under a blanket of night sky, free from the pull of technology. Each dining venue encourages guests to savour the moment, fostering genuine connection with the surroundings.

Amari Phuket’s exclusive TreePods offer an unparalleled dining experience high among the treetops, making them the perfect escape for a digital detox. Suspended in nature, these eco-friendly pods provide a private, magical setting with sweeping views of Patong Bay. Ideal for special occasions or simply unwinding in total seclusion, the TreePods allow guests to fully disconnect and forget the world around them, enveloped by the surrounding natural beauty.

Book now: Prices start from approximately $127 per night, based on two sharing a room including breakfast. www.amari.com/phuket

Amari Vogue Krabi, is a peaceful and intimate retreat nestled at the northern end of Tubkaek Beach, offering a serene sanctuary, worlds away from the demands of everyday life, with a contemporary Thai-inspired design. Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, shimmering turquoise waters, and captivating ocean views, this peaceful oasis invites guests to step into a world of beachfront living where notifications and emails become distant memories.

Guests can sink their toes into the soft white sands of Tubkaek Beach or unwind by one of the resort’s three sparkling pools, each providing a perfect setting to let go of digital distractions. The resort’s Chaonang Spa further enhances the rejuvenating experience, offering soothing body therapies and massages that uplift both the body and mind – ideal for resetting after a technology overload.

For a touch of adventure, guests can join the interactive ‘Wanna Cook Thai’ experience with Khun Wanna, mastering the art of crafting traditional Thai dishes. The hands-on cooking class allows guests to immerse themselves in local culture while creating lasting memories.

Dining at Amari Vogue Krabi is equally enchanting. Whether enjoying beachside fare at Marco’s Restaurant & Bar or indulging in authentic Thai flavours at Lotus Restaurant, every meal becomes an opportunity to reconnect with the present moment. Guests can also savour a Sunset Beach Picnic with cocktails, wine, and canapés, where the breathtaking views of the setting sun over the Andaman Sea create the perfect backdrop for unplugging and letting go of the outside world.

Book now: Prices start from approximately $171 per night, based on two sharing a room including breakfast. www.amari.com/vogue

Amari Hua Hin, nestled amidst the lush gardens of Khao Takiab, is just a two-and-a-half-hour drive from Bangkok. This charming seaside resort on the glittering Gulf of Thailand feels worlds away from the bustle of city life yet remains effortlessly accessible. Hua Hin’s reputation as a premier seaside destination is well-earned, known for its pristine beaches, rich royal heritage, and vibrant local culture. It’s the ideal blend of convenience and tranquillity, making Amari Hua Hin a lush oasis where guests can truly unwind in laid-back luxury. Located just 10 minutes from the vibrant heart of Hua Hin and its bustling night markets, guests can easily explore the town’s lively culture or pick up some unique souvenirs.

Amari Hua Hin offers thoughtfully designed spaces evoking a comforting home-away-from-home ambiance, with décor that beautifully combines modern Thai architecture, clean lines, and a refreshing colour palette inspired by the surrounding natural beauty. The resort’s exceptional amenities encourage guests to fully embrace their digital detox. Breeze Spa’s Signature Mood Massages provide a rejuvenating escape, leaving guests feeling refreshed and revitalised. At Mosaic, the all-day bistro, a culinary journey awaits, offering a delightful mix of international and Thai favourites. For a more relaxed experience, guests can unwind at Coral Lounge or Aqua Pool Bar, where exquisite cocktails and light bites are served poolside. With two sparkling swimming pools and a dedicated children’s pool, the resort is the perfect setting for family time away from the distractions of emails and screens.

Book now: Prices start from approximately $71 per night, based on two sharing a room including breakfast. www.amari.com/huahin

In addition to the featured properties, Amari also offers other idyllic beach destinations, such as Amari Koh Samui and Amari Pattaya. Amari Koh Samui provides a tranquil island escape, nestled on the white sands of Chaweng Beach with lush tropical gardens, while Amari Pattaya offers a modern seaside retreat with a vibrant beachfront location on the picturesque Pattaya Bay. Both properties offer perfect settings for relaxation and digital detox, showcasing Amari’s diverse portfolio of beachfront escapes across Thailand. Together, these destinations highlight the wide range of serene, rejuvenating experiences Amari has to offer.

For more information on Amari, please visit: www.amari.com
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Ascott activates Citadines brand experience via inaugural global partnership with ClassPass to provide enhanced access to world’s largest fitness platform

Guests can also look forward to refreshing ways to enjoy their favourite cuppa under Citadines brand signature ‘For the Love of Coffee’

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 October 2024 – The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the lodging business unit wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment (CLI), today announced a global brand partnership between its Citadines brand and ClassPass, a monthly subscription service providing members access to the world’s largest fitness platform. This marks Citadines’ first global partnership with a fitness subscription service since the launch of its brand signature activ∞ (pronounced as ‘activate’) in 2022. This partnership is also ClassPass’ largest collaboration with a global hospitality partner.

Ascott has embarked on a global brand partnership between its Citadines brand and ClassPass to provide enhanced access to the world’s largest fitness platform.
Ascott has embarked on a global brand partnership between its Citadines brand and ClassPass to provide enhanced access to the world’s largest fitness platform.

Riding on the growing momentum of the wellness economy, the brand signature activ∞ is a curation of amenities and programmes to promote an active lifestyle among Citadines’ guests and to help them jumpstart city living. According to the Global Wellness Institute (GWI), a non-profit organisation, the wellness tourism market is forecast to more than double from 2022 to 2027, with dramatic spending increases from US$651 billion in 2022 to US$868 billion in 2023 and to US$1 trillion in 2024. Additionally, the global market for the physical activity industry is projected to grow at an annual rate of more than 6.7% from 2022, reaching US$1.4 trillion by 2027, as forecasted by GWI[1].

As part of the partnership, guests of Citadines properties and members of Ascott’s global loyalty platform, Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), will enjoy upsized ClassPass new member benefits during a two-month campaign from 15 October to 14 December 2024 across various markets in Asia Pacific, France and the United Kingdom. These include a complimentary one-month membership for new ClassPass members to enjoy fitness classes at different studios, gyms and wellness centres within each market. In China, the campaign – which commenced on 26 September and runs until 30 November 2024 – offers ASR members discount codes to offset the cost of ClassPass sessions. In addition, ClassPass members in China who sign up as ASR members can receive a 75% discount on their first stay at any participating ASR properties.

Following this campaign, more Citadines properties across Asia Pacific will gradually be added to the ClassPass app, where fitness facilities such as the pool and gym will be made available for booking by ClassPass members. These initiatives with ClassPass are integral to activ∞, empowering guests to adopt an active lifestyle with amenities at their convenience, while being able to live, work and play seamlessly within each property and around the city.

Ms Tan Bee Leng, Chief Commercial Officer, Ascott, said: “In line with its brand tagline ‘For the Love of Cities’, Citadines aims to delight guests by showcasing the best of urban living and inspiring them to live, work and play in infinite ways through curated, unique stay experiences. As Ascott celebrates 40 years of hospitality in 2024 with our ‘Ascott Unlimited’ campaign, we are excited to announce this inaugural global brand partnership between Citadines and ClassPass to promote ‘activ∞ Unlimited’. This significant partnership underscores the strong ambitions of both brands, aimed at encouraging an active lifestyle by providing our guests and loyalty members with essential amenities and programmes conveniently accessible at their fingertips. It is a testament to Ascott’s commitment to continually enhancing and evolving our brand experiences. Ascott will continue to go ‘unlimited’ for our guests, empowering them to unlock a future of unlimited possibilities.”

For more information on the partnership, please visit the Citadines x ClassPass Global Brand Partnership page on Ascott’s website.

Unlocking Infinite Fitness Possibilities with activ∞ Unlimited
The activ∞ Unlimited campaign features a wide range of fitness initiatives across Citadines properties globally. In addition to the partnership with ClassPass, more than 200 activations across over 73 Citadines properties worldwide took place over two months from 1 August to 30 September 2024, encouraging guests to embrace their fitness journey in the cities they love.

Under activ∞ Unlimited, amenities and signature programmes are specially curated at each Citadines property, catering to the unique characteristics of each city and addressing the needs of guests. Recent key programmes include a ColorFest Electric Night Run with Hyve Sports for guests at Citadines Bay City Manila in the Philippines; special stay packages with water sports activities for guests of Citadines Qingshanhu Hangzhou in China; and foosball tournaments across Citadines properties in Germany.

Meanwhile, across various Citadines properties in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Oman, Indonesia, Thailand, Australia, the Philippines, China, Malaysia, and Singapore, the brand has also solidified partnerships with various fitness studios to offer guests classes such as yoga, Pilates, and body combat. Leisure hiking and cycling tours were also made available at Citadines properties in the UK and Vietnam.

Exploring an Unlimited Love for Coffee with Citadines
In addition to activ∞, ‘For the Love of Coffee’ is another signature programme of Citadines, consisting of collaborations with local communities to deliver a unique coffee-inspired Citadines experience to guests, wherever they are. With International Coffee Week kicking off on 1 October 2024, Citadines properties globally will launch the #CitadinesLovesCoffee campaign, with over 210 activities inviting coffee lovers to experience coffee-inspired activities underpinned by three themes:

  • Unlimited Connections – With coffee as a common language, guests of Citadines properties can expect to experience activities for stronger connections amongst guests as well as with local residents. At Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang, complimentary coffee will be offered to local drivers stopping by the property’s drop-off area on 5 October 2024. While across properties in Indonesia, latte art training sessions will enable guests to train with a certified barista. In addition, properties across Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and Singapore will offer coffee-inspired activities such as coffee painting, candle making, spa treatments, mixology and culinary sessions for guests to participate in and forge connections alongside brewing a love for coffee.
  • Unlimited Experiences – Through each city’s unique coffee culture, Citadines will help guests better experience the cities they are in by bringing local coffee experience to guests through local partnerships. In China for example, properties will embark on collaborations with cafes in the neighbourhood to offer exclusive privileges to guests. Over in Singapore and Cambodia, properties like Citadines Raffles Place Singapore and Citadines Flat Iron Phnom Penh will serve up complimentary local coffee for guests to kickstart their day.
  • Unlimited Discoveries To help guests step into their own adventure with Citadines and to jumpstart city living through the discovery of each locale, Citadines properties in Vietnam, Singapore and China, will offer complimentary local coffee every morning for guests to energise their day. Meanwhile, within Citadines properties in Vietnam, guests can take part in hands-on activities at the lobby, using coffee grounds for potted plants and bring them home as souvenirs.

For a full list of coffee-inspired activities to expect across Citadines properties globally in the month of October, please visit: https://www.discoverasr.com/en/for-the-love-of-coffee.


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About The Ascott Limited

Since pioneering Asia Pacific’s first international-class serviced residence with the opening of The Ascott Singapore in 1984, Ascott has grown to be a trusted hospitality company with over 950 properties globally. Headquartered in Singapore, Ascott’s presence extends across more than 230 cities in over 40 countries in Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA.

Ascott’s diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels and independent senior living apartments, as well as student accommodation and rental housing. Its award-winning hospitality brands include , , , , , , , , , , , , and . Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascott’s loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties.

A wholly owned business unit of CapitaLand Investment Limited, Ascott is a leading vertically-integrated lodging operator. Harnessing its extensive network of third-party owners and in-market expertise, Ascott grows fee-related earnings through its hospitality management and investment management capabilities. Ascott also expands its funds under management by growing its sponsored CapitaLand Ascott Trust and private funds.

This year, Ascott marks 40 years in hospitality service with the launch of Ascott Unlimited, a full year campaign that will offer Unlimited Opportunities, Unlimited Choices, Unlimited Freedom, and Unlimited Good. Navigating a future of unlimited possibilities against a backdrop of global change and evolving perspectives of travel, Ascott Unlimited marks Ascott’s ambitions to break new ground, and springboard to its next chapter of growth as a global hospitality company. Find out more about Ascott Unlimited at .

For more information on Ascott and its sustainability programme, please visit . Alternatively, connect with us on , , and .

About CapitaLand Investment Limited

Headquartered and listed in Singapore, is a leading global real asset manager with a strong Asia foothold. As at 30 June 2024, CLI had S$134 billion of assets under management, as well as S$100 billion of funds under management held via six listed real estate investment trusts and business trusts and a suite of private real asset vehicles that invest in thematic and tactical strategies. Its diversified real estate asset classes include retail, office, lodging, industrial, logistics, business parks, wellness, self-storage and data centres.

CLI aims to scale its fund management, lodging management and commercial management businesses globally and maintain effective capital management. As the investment management arm of CapitaLand Group, CLI has access to the development capabilities of and pipeline investment opportunities from CapitaLand’s development arm.

As a responsible company, CLI places sustainability at the core of what it does and has committed to achieve Net Zero carbon emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2050. CLI contributes to the environmental and social well-being of the communities where it operates, as it delivers long-term economic value to its stakeholders.

Siam Piwat Celebrates 12 Years of Creative Partnership With Thawan Duchanee


BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 October 2024 – In commemoration of the 10th anniversary of Thawan Duchanee Day on 27 September 2024, Siam Piwat Group is proud to present the exhibition La Grotta dell’Arte Leggendario Thawan Duchanee at Siam Paragon, one of Thailand’s foremost experiential luxury destinations and home to an impressive world art collective. This exhibition honors the visionary work of Thawan Duchanee, the renowned artist who was affectionately titled Nai Khon Phukhao (Man of the Hills) by Professor Silpa Bhirasri, the Father of Thai Contemporary Art.

Dr. Doytibet Duchanee, CEO and Founder of the Art Investment Center, and curator for the event.
Dr. Doytibet Duchanee, CEO and Founder of the Art Investment Center, and curator for the event.

This milestone exhibition, which will end on 31 October 2024, is an integral part of the Thailand Arts & Culture Expo 2025, further cementing Thailand’s reputation as a key destination in Asia’s art world. Siam Piwat, as a leader in integrating art, culture, and innovation within the commercial landscape, is honored to have supported Thawan’s creative journey for over a decade.

La Grotta dell’Arte Leggendario marks the debut of Thawan Duchanee’s art grotto, a concept that epitomizes his connection to nature and tradition. The exhibition also serves a charitable cause, with proceeds from the sale of artworks and memorabilia going towards flood relief efforts across Thailand.

“La grotto dell’arte leggendario Thawan Duchanee”
“La grotto dell’arte leggendario Thawan Duchanee”

The opening ceremony was graced by Dr. Doytibet Duchanee, CEO and Founder of the Art Investment Center, and Ms. Mayuree Chaipromprasith, President of Corporate Affairs and Communications at Siam Piwat Co., Ltd., alongside distinguished key partners from the public and private sectors, including the Ministry of Culture, the Department of Cultural Promotion, the Department of Intellectual Property, the Office of Contemporary Arts and Culture, as well as Baan Dam Museum, Art Investment Center.

Thawan Duchanee famed paintings, embodying a deep connection to nature and tradition.
Thawan Duchanee famed paintings, embodying a deep connection to nature and tradition.

Aside from this event, visitors to Siam Paragon will also have the opportunity to observe nine other monumental art pieces curated from around the world. One of the highlights is a co-created installation titled ‘Aurora’ by leading French visual artist, Pascal Dombis, who is known for his use of algorithmic rules, digital artistic tools, and his knack for creating environments marked by excess repetition and technological processes. Other installations include ‘Dylie’ an exclusive character piece by JWON, who is best known for his art toys and collectibles; interactive virtual reality artwork titled ‘Kinetic Waves’ and generative art called ‘Vortex’, both by pioneering French digital artist, Miguel Chevalier; The Way it Shapes You’ by Netherlands-based Pieter Obels, which is a sculpture that aims to challenge the conventional perception of steel with weightlessness; ‘Didn’t Come this Far to Go Back,’ by Inson Wongsam who won the award for Thai National Artist in Visual Arts (Sculpture) in 1999; the eye-catching sculpture dubbed the ‘Red Bubble’ by Korean artist Donghoon Oh; ‘Missing’ by Naritthorn Sethakunarat, which is a fiberglass and wood sculpture that embodies the feeling of loneliness; ‘Cascading Melodies’ by American sculptor, John Helton; and ‘UOY MA I’ by renowned Thai cartoonist, animator, and artist, Wisut Ponnimit.

The exhibition and art installations at Siam Paragon underscores Siam Piwat’s ongoing commitment to nurturing creativity and the arts, as well as fostering Thailand’s cultural influence on the global stage.

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Siam Piwat Company Limited

Siam Piwat is a leading retail and real estate developer that owns Bangkok’s top destinations, including Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, ICONSIAM, and Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok. Siam Piwat has 50 subsidiaries across seven core businesses: real estate development, department stores, retail, food and beverage, venue management, digital platforms, and business support.

Over the past six decades, Siam Piwat has played a significant role in shaping Bangkok’s retail landscape and is recognized for creating iconic and innovative retail models, with the goal of consistently delivering extraordinary experiences that delight and inspire all customers.

Committed to sustainable growth, Siam Piwat strives to foster social development, create shared value, enhance the quality of life, and bolster Thailand’s reputation and presence on the global stage.