BUSINESS BRIEFS

B.Grimm celebrates the 145-year anniversary in Thailand

Congratulations to B. Grimm on the 145-year anniversary in Thailand. B.Grimm is one of GTCC’s founding members and Premium Partners.

On 15 November 2023, GTCC Executive Director, Head of Membership, Events and Communications, Junior Event &Community Manager and GTCC members congratulated President of B.Grimm Power PCL Dr. Harald Link and his team on the new milestone, celebrating together the "145 Years of B. Grimm in Thailand with compassion, gratitude, and dedication" at Wat Arun Ratchawaramahawihan.

Sindhorn Kempinski celebrates the hotel’s third anniversary with traditional Thai blessing

Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok recently commemorated its third anniversary and welcomed the coming year with traditional Thai blessing and merit making rituals, followed by a ceremony. The Kempinski team joined in blessing and recognition ceremonies with Kempinski Loyalty Award to colleagues.

“From the blessing by Buddhist monks to Kempinski Loyalty Awards, we celebrate every wondrous facet that makes us who we are at Sindhorn Kempinski,” said Christian Ruge, General Manager of Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok. “This elegant blend of Thai culture and Kempinski heritage bonds us, and we look forward to many more years of sharing our signature style with visitors.”

Rhenus Regional HQ Opening in Bangkok

Rhenus Logistics recently opened its regional headquarters in Bangkok, symbolising the company’s aspirations to solidify its foothold in APAC. Since Rhenus began active operations in Thailand in 1996, its presence has expanded steadily with currently eleven warehouses, cross-docking facilities and office locations. The establishment of this new regional hub heralds a new chapter for the company. Mr Jan Harnisch, CEO of Rhenus Air & Ocean, explained, “Thanks to the country's central location in Southeast Asia, Thailand is a gateway to other countries in the region, providing significant opportunities for businesses operating in the logistics sector. With its growing e-commerce market and increasing demand for highquality logistics services, Thailand presents an exciting growth prospect for us.”

Rhenus Group has a large global network and business operation with an annual turnover of EUR 8.6 billion and 39,000 employees in 1,120 locations including Thailand.

Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park wins Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards

Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park wins multiple honours at the 2023 Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards, a prestigious globally trusted Awards rewarding outstanding hotel, spa and restaurant experiences.

With approximately 5.000 square meters of function space, including three glamorous ballrooms, Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park won the “Best MICE Hotel in Thailand” Excellence Award.

Its Quan Spa was also honoured with a trio of Excellence Awards, including “Best Country Spa in Asia,” “Best City Spa in Thailand,” and “Best Signature Spa Treatment in Asia” for its Benja Malee Ancient Flower Remedy.

The hotel’s Pagoda Chinese Restaurant, won four Excellence Awards, including “Best Gourmet-style Cuisine on a Global Level,” “Best Chinese Cuisine in Asia,” and “Best Hotel Restaurant in Asia,” while Chef Oscar Pun, the restaurant’s culinary expert, won the “Best Head Chef in Thailand” title.

These prestigious Excellence Awards reflect the sheer quality of the hotel’s guest experiences, including its exceptional event spaces, dramatic dining, serene spa services and more.