BUSINESS BRIEFS

BMW Group appoints Mr. Rene Gerhard as President and CEO of BMW Group Thailand

BMW Group has announced the appointment of Mr. Rene Gerhard as the new President and CEO of BMW Group Thailand, effective from 1 May 2024. He succeeds Mr. Alexander Baraka, who is moving to a new position as President and CEO of BMW Group Poland.

Mr. Gerhard brings impressive experience spanning over two decades with the BMW Group, having held senior roles in Germany, India, and Australia. Currently serving as Sales Director at BMW Group Australia, he has also been a successful Dealer Principal for BMW Sydney and MINI Garage, where he led the brand to the number on premium automotive position in the Australian market. With extensive experience in both retail and wholesale business, Mr. Gerhard has a proven track record of effective leadership.

Mr. Jean-Philippe Parain, Senior Vice President Sales Regions Asia Pacific, Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa, BMW Group, said "Mr. Gerhard's strategic vision, commitment to transformation, and collaboration align seamlessly with our corporate values that will drive BMW Group Thailand to new heights in the premium segment market."

The announcement of Mr. Gerhard's appointment and Mr. Baraka's new position underscores BMW Group's commitment to driving efficient growth and success in the Asia Pacific region with capable leaders.

Revolutionising Warehouse Efficiency: Brose implements Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) solutions by Jungheinrich

Jungheinrich collaborates with Brose, advancing their Thailand operations with state-of-the-art Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV).

Jungheinrich, a leader in global intralogistics and enabler of sustainable material handling solutions, joins forces with Brose, a leader in intelligent solutions for mechatronic systems and electric drives for various mobility applications, to unveil a ground-breaking chapter in smart factory operations.

The collaboration showcases an intelligent operation that harnesses the power of automation tools and systems, exemplifying a shared commitment to sustainability. This milestone is eloquently captured in a compelling video case study, providing a glimpse into the future of advanced manufacturing.

Jungheinrich Thailand and Brose Thailand partnership kicks off with the strategic deployment of the cutting-edge Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) model EKS 215a. This collaborative leap towards efficiency and innovation signifies a milestone in smart logistics, setting a benchmark for the industry's evolution in Thailand.

They set a new standard for intelligent warehouses, emphasising the fusion of human ingenuity and cutting-edge automation. The case study not only captures the essence of their joint efforts but serves as a beacon for the industry, underlining the crucial importance of continuous development and standardisation in intelligent and sustainable warehousing.

Forvis Mazars shakes up professional services industry with its new $5 billion global network

Two leading professional services firms, Mazars, an international partnership operating in over 100 countries and territories, and Forvis, a top ranked firm in the United States, mark the official launch of their new global network, Forvis Mazars.

Forvis Mazars is the largest new entrant into the global rankings in decades. As a two-firm network, Forvis Mazars is unique in the market and provides the agility, capacity and coverage to support clients wherever in the world they operate. This move brings increased choice in the market, serving the public interest.

The network comprises two members: Forvis Mazars, LLP in the United States and Forvis Mazars Group SC, an internationally integrated partnership operating in over 100 countries and territories. The network will be governed through a structure that includes a Global Network Board, responsible for enabling seamless collaboration and client delivery worldwide.

• Hervé Hélias will serve as the first Chair of the Global Network Board. Hélias will also continue to serve his ongoing mandate as Chairman of the Group Executive Board of Forvis Mazars Group, SC (formerly Mazars Group). Matt Snow, Chairman of Forvis Mazars, LLP (formerly FORVIS, LLP) will serve as Vice Chair of the Global Network Board.

• In the United States, Tom Watson will continue to serve as CEO of Forvis Mazars, LLP (formerly FORVIS, LLP) and will also sit on the Network Board. Rob Pruitt, Fran Randall and Tim York from Forvis Mazars, LLP will sit on the Global Network Board.

• David Chaudat, Pascal Jauffret, Véronique Ryckaert and Phil Verity from Forvis Mazars Group will sit on the Global Network Board.

QSNCC earns Thailand MICE Venue Standard Certification

Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) has earned the certification of “Thailand MICE Venue Standard (TMVS) 2023” for its meeting rooms, exhibition halls and special event venues. The award of the certification took place during MICE Standards Day 2024, organised by Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) at Rama Gardens Hotel in Bangkok.

Thailand MICE Venue Standard or TMVS is a national standard certification of event venues in Thailand and has earned recognition as a benchmark of MICE venue standard in the ASEAN region. The standard certification is executed by Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) by using 4 criteria. The first one is physical criteria – the place and overall elements of the meeting rooms. The second one is technological aspect, such as AV system, communication system. The third one is service and the fourth one is the practice of sustainability covering environment, safety and social responsibility.

TMVS certification is a standard guarantee of QSNCC. It can earn confidence of both overseas and domestic clients in the quality and capability of QSNCC as a venue for staging events of international standard.