BANGKOK, Nov. 19, 2010 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Thai Prime Minister,
Abhisit Vejjajiva, announced the plan for the exhibition -- BOI
Fair 2011: Going Green for the Future, stating that the BOI 2011
event was an important project in which the government and private
sectors would cooperate to show the strength and potential of
Thailand's industry. It will be held from 10 to 25 November 2011 at
the Impact Exhibition and Convention 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 the celebration of this auspicious
event."
Not only will the BOI Fair 2011 build confidence in Thailand, it
will also provide an opportunity for businesses in all areas to
come together to exhibit technology and innovation and to display
their products. In addition, there will be a "CEO Forum," a seminar
for top executives from leading international companies, which will
offer another channel to showcase the achievements and potential 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 both outdoor and indoor areas totalling about
240,000 square metres. The outdoor area, occupying 166,000 square
metres of space beside the Muang Thong Thani lake, 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 latest
technology 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 different industries, including agriculture, food,
beverages, electrical devices, fashion, gems, and ornamental
items.
As of now, five Thai and foreign 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 desiring further
information contact the BOI Fair 2011 Organizer Office by telephone
at +66-2-553-8300, by fax at +66-2-553-8333, by email at
[email protected], or visit the website at
http://www.boifair2011.com .
SOURCE The Board of Investment of Thailand