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Cement Industry Perspectives on CCS in Thailand

Khun Boonyoung Thepsut, Members of Working Committee TCMA on Green Mining and Stakeholder Engagement, Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) shared industry perspectives at a focus group discussion on “Assessing Knowledge Status and Business Opportunities for Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) in Geological Formations”, organized by Faculty of Economics, Thammasat University in collaboration with Department of Mineral Fuels, Ministry of Energy, and PTT Exploration and Production PLC, highlighting potential business models, enabling policies, and the role of CCS in advancing the country’s transition toward Net Zero 2050.

Keeping Track of TCMA’s Work Progress

The team of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), led by Executive Director Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, met to review progress and exchange ideas on the continuation of the Association’s work in 2026, aiming to enhance on-going initiatives and ensure the achievement of the set objectives.

Keeping Track of TCMA’s Work Progress

The team of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), led by Executive Director Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, met to review progress and exchange ideas on the continuation of the Association’s work in 2026, aiming to enhance on-going initiatives and ensure the achievement of the set objectives.

Keeping Track of TCMA’s Work Progress

The team of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), led by Executive Director Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, met to review progress and exchange ideas on the continuation of the Association’s work in 2026, aiming to enhance on-going initiatives and ensure the achievement of the set objectives.

TCMA Connects Global Expertise to Accelerate Thailand’s Cement Decarbonization

Khun Surachai Vangrattanachai, Chair of Working Committee TCMA on Innovation and Technology, Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) led a preparatory meeting ahead of the arrival of Thailand’s first Mobile Carbon Capture Unit (MCCU) for the cement industry at SARABURI SANDBOX. This development represents a major milestone in the “Decarbonization of the Cement and Concrete Sectors in Thailand” project, supported by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and implemented by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). The initiative highlights a strong collaboration between industry leadership, international partners, and academic innovation.

TCMA and CU Lay Groundwork for Carbon Capture Collaboration

Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, Executive Director of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) led the team in a meeting with representatives from Chulalongkorn University (CU) to ensure proper arrangements for the upcoming Memorandum of Understanding signing, aimed to facilitate smooth coordination between the both parties and to advance industry–academia partnership on pilot-scale testing and the practical application of carbon capture technology in the cement sector, supporting Thailand’s Cement and Concrete Net Zero 2050 Roadmap.

Second Meeting in 2026 of Working Committee TCMA on Green Mining and Stakeholder Engagement

Members of Working Committee TCMA on Green Mining and Stakeholder Engagement, Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) convened for their second meeting of 2026, chaired by Khun Tinnakorn Kokkhour. The meeting reviewed progress with a focus on raw material readiness for calcined clay cement (LC3), while also addressing the impacts of on-going Middle East tensions on the industry. Discussions further highlighted long term priorities to drive cement industry forward in alignment with Thailand 2050 Net Zero Cement and Concrete Roadmap, supporting NDC 3.0 and the country’s Net Zero targets.

Keeping Track of TCMA’s Work Progress

The team of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), led by Executive Director Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, met to review progress and exchange ideas on the continuation of the Association’s work in 2026, aiming to enhance on-going initiatives and ensure the achievement of the set objectives.

TCMA Highlights LC3 as Key Contribution to LT-LEDS Review for IPPU Sector

Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, Executive Director and Khun Monwikan Kajohnboon, Secretary of Working Committee TCMA-Environment and Climate Action led members of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) in contributing cement industry perspectives during the 3rd focus group on revising Thailand’s Long-Term Low Greenhouse Gas Emission Development Strategy (LT-LEDS) for the Industrial Processes and Product Use (IPPU) sector, organized by Department of Climate Change and Environment in collaboration with Thammasat University Research and Consultancy Institute. The discussion placed particular focus on CO₂ reduction opportunities through low carbon cement technologies such as calcined clay cement (LC3), supporting evidence-based policy development and aligning the cement sector’s decarbonization pathway with Thailand’s Net Zero 2050 ambition.

TCMA Voices Industry Input on Low Carbon Cement Ecolabel

Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, Executive Director together with Khun Monwikan Kajohnboon, Secretary of Working Committee TCMA-Environment and Climate Action, and members of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), shared industry perspectives at a stakeholder consultation under the project “Cement Emissions Benchmarking and the Development of Recommendations for a National Ecolabel for Low Carbon Cement in Thailand”, aims to gather insights to support the development of environmental performance benchmarks and an ecolabel framework for low carbon cement. This initiative is part of a broader decarbonization effort for Thailand’s cement and concrete sectors, funded by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and managed by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), in collaboration with Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (TGO) and Energy Research and Development Institute–Nakornping, Chiang Mai University.

Keeping Track of TCMA’s Work Progress

The team of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), led by Executive Director Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, met to review progress and exchange ideas on the continuation of the Association’s work in 2026, aiming to enhance on-going initiatives and ensure the achievement of the set objectives.

Industry Collaboration to Address Impacts of Middle East Tensions

Members of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) participated in a discussion with the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) to assess the impacts of escalating tensions in the Middle East and explore how Thai industries can prepare for potential disruptions, including significant impacts and possible shortages of key industrial raw materials.

Strengthening Networks to Advance CCUS Technology

Khun Tinnakorn Kokkhour, Chair of Working Committee TCMA on Green Mining and Stakeholder Engagement, Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) joined the group to visit the Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) Technology Laboratories at PTTEP Technology and Innovation Centre (PTIC) and Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology (VISTEC) in Rayong Province. The visit, organized by Thailand CCUS Alliance (TCCA) facilitated knowledge exchange and strengthened collaborative networks to advance CCUS technologies in Thailand, supporting TCMA’s on-going efforts toward Net Zero 2050.

End-of-Waste Solutions Driving Thailand 2050 Net Zero Cement and Concrete

Members of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) joined the seminar “End of Waste: Industrial Utilization of Sugar Industry Lime Sludge as a Substitute for Limestone”, organized by National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC), Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation. The knowledge gained on transforming industrial waste into alternative raw materials for cement production-advancing circular economy practices will help industry accelerate the transition toward low carbon construction materials and strengthen practical implementation across the sector, in alignment with Thailand 2050 Net Zero Cement and Concrete Roadmap.

Marks Milestone in Collaborative Cement and Concrete Decarbonization

Khun Surachai Nimla-or, Chairman, and Dr. Chana Poomee, Honourary Chairman of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) together with TCMA Board, participated in the National Milestone event celebrating the completion of the decarbonization project for Thailand’s cement and concrete sectors. The project, funded by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and managed by UNIDO, advances industrial decarbonization while promoting south–south cooperation to accelerate technology and knowledge transfer across the region. In the “Setting the Scene” remarks, Dr. Chana Poomee emphasized that the milestone reflects strong collaboration and marks a significant step forward, highlighting the need for continued commitment, deeper partnerships, enhanced international support, and faster implementation. Taking the opportunity to express sincere appreciation to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) as a key partner and donor, acknowledged the important role of the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA), extended gratitude to Department of Climate Change and Environment (DCCE) for its strong partnership and on-going commitment, recognized Department of Industrial Works (DIW) for its valuable support, and commended UNIDO for its effective project management throughout the initiative.

Collaborative Progress in Cement Sector Decarbonization

Dr. Chana Poomee, Honourary Chairman of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) together with TCMA Board in expressing appreciation to the UNIDO team- led by Ms. Rasha Abdrabu, Project Manager for their joint efforts in advancing the decarbonization of Thailand’s cement and concrete sectors. The project, funded by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), managed by UNIDO, reflects strong industry–international collaboration toward sustainable development.

Capacity Building Workshop Enhance Skills in GHG Accounting and MRV Systems

Members of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) participated in a training on greenhouse gas accounting and monitoring, reporting and verification systems for the industrial sector, organized by Thai-German Cooperation on Energy, Mobility and Climate (TGC EMC) of the German international cooperation agency (GIZ) to enhance participants’ understanding of GHG accounting, corporate and product carbon footprint assessment, and systematic application of MRV practices.

TCMA Advances Expertise in GHG Reporting for IPPU and Energy Sectors

March 18-19, 2026: Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), as an appointed body for national reporting on the Industrial Processes and Product Use (IPPU) and energy sectors, participated in a workshop on reporting and verifying greenhouse gas (GHG) activity data, organized by Department of Climate Change and Environment (DCCE), Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment in collaboration with Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) and Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (TGO). It aimed to enhance understanding and skills in collecting, reporting, and ensuring the quality, completeness, and reliability of GHG data in line with TACCC principles (Transparency, Accuracy, Comparability, Consistency, Completeness) and IPCC guidelines.

TCMA Consults with DPIM to Mitigate Mining Challenges Amid Middle East Tensions

Khun Rathsayarm Deetee, Secretary of Working Committee TCMA on Green Mining and Stakeholder Engagement, Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) led the team in a consultation meeting with Department of Primary Industries and Mines (DPIM), Ministry of Industry, chaired by Director General Aditad Vasinonta to explore strategies for mitigating the impact of on-going unrest in the Middle East on mining operators, while highlighting pro-active measures to support the resilience and stability of Thailand’s mining sector.

TCMA and CU Lay Groundwork for Carbon Capture Collaboration

Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, Executive Director of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) led a meeting with representatives from Chulalongkorn University (CU) to advance preparations for an industry–academic partnership on pilot-scale testing and the practical application of carbon capture technology in the cement sector, supporting Thailand’s Cement and Concrete Net Zero 2050 Roadmap.

TCMA Supports CCUS Legal Review in Thailand

Khun Sorathep Rattanayossakul, Secretary of Working Group TCMA on Innovation and Technology, Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) participated in Thailand CCUS Alliance meeting to review existing laws related to Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS). The discussion focused on evaluating regulatory frameworks and formulating policy recommendations to enable CCUS deployment, underscoring TCMA’s commitment to advancing low-carbon solutions in the industry.

TCMA Advances Hydraulic Cement through Green Public Procurement Dialogue in Thailand

Khun Arnon Janyam, Working Group TCMA on Sustainability, Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) shared industry’s perspective on ‘Advancing Low Carbon Cement in Thailand: Industry Practices, Innovation, and Enabling Green Public Procurement’ in the National Policy Dialogue on Mandatory Green Public Procurement (GPP) and Environmental Labelling, jointly organized by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) in collaboration with Thailand Environmental Institute (TEI). The workshop was part of an initiative to decarbonize Thailand’s cement and concrete sectors, supported by funding from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC).

TCMA and TCA Strengthen Collaboration to Advance Thailand’s Net Zero Cement and Concrete Roadmap

Khun Surachai Nimla-or, Chairman of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) welcomed a delegation from Thailand Concrete Association (TCA), led by Air Vice Marshal Prof. Dr. Thanakorn Pheeraphan, who paid a courtesy visit to extend their congratulations on the recent leadership appointments at TCMA, including Dr. Chana Poomee as Honourary Chairman. Both sides reaffirmed their strong partnership between TCMA and TCA and underscored the importance of closer collaboration across the cement–concrete value chain, highlighting joint effort to advance the implementation of Thailand 2050 Net Zero Cement and Concrete Roadmap, supporting the industry’s transition toward a net-zero future while strengthening the long-term sustainability and competitiveness of Thailand’s construction sector.

TCMA–DMR Strategic Collaboration for Sustainable Mineral Resource Management and Low Carbon Cement Innovation

Khun Surachai Nimla-or, Chairman of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) led TCMA Board paid a courtesy visit to Khun Yongyut Nakawiroj, Director General of Department of Mineral Resources (DMR), Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment to express appreciation for DMR’s long-standing support to TCMA, particularly in ensuring adequate raw materials for the industry while balancing environmental protection and community considerations in line with the Mineral Resources Management Master Plan and the Minerals Act B.E. 2560 (2017). During the meeting, TCMA shared updates on the cement industry’s decarbonization progress and future direction, including the development of raw material sources for calcined clay cement (LC3) through the designation of suitable mineral zones, preparations for Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) initiatives under the SARABURI SANDBOX, and capacity building for government agencies to enhance understanding of emerging low carbon cement technologies. Both sides reaffirmed their collaboration and highlighted the important role of DMR in advancing sustainable mineral resource management, supporting sustainable mining practices, and enabling the industry’s transition toward a more sustainable and competitive future.

TCMA Congratulates the Newly Appointed Director General of the Department of Mineral Resources

Khun Surachai Nimla-or, Chairman of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) led TCMA Board paid a courtesy visit to congratulate Khun Yongyut Nakawiroj on his recent appointment as Director General of Department of Mineral Resources Thailand (DMR), Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment Thailand. Both sides underscored the importance of close cooperation between the public and private sectors in advancing sustainable resource management, strengthening Thailand’s industrial competitiveness, and contributing to the country’s long term economic and environmental goals.

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