SARABURI SANDBOX DAY 2026

22/01/2026

Dr. Chana Poomee, Chairman of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) together with Khun Nopadol Ramyarupa and Khun Rapee Sukhangya, Vice Chairmen of TCMA, led the TCMA delegation in attending SARABURI SANDBOX Day 2026, hosted by Saraburi Province under the theme “The Edible SARABURI SANDBOX”. On this occasion, Dr. Chana Poomee delivered the keynote emphasizing the SARABURI SANDBOX as a pilot initiative transforming Saraburi into low carbon city, Industry 4.0–ready low carbon hub, driven by green infrastructure, workforce upskilling, regulatory reform, and cross sector collaboration, while positioning it as a landmark model that turns national climate ambitions into tangible, inclusive outcomes through strong public–private–people partnerships supporting Thailand’s Net Zero pathway. In addition, Dr. Wonchalerm Chalodhorn, Chair of the Working Committee on Sustainability, shared TCMA’s actions and progress in building community partnerships.

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Workshop on Limestone Calcined Clay Cement: Adoption and Best Practices

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Strategic Dialogue on MAF Support for Thailand’s Net Zero Cement Transition

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