First Meeting in 2026 of Working Committee TCMA on Sustainability

Members of Working Committee TCMA on Sustainability, Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) attended 1/2026 meeting, chaired by Dr. Wonchalerm Chalodhorn. The meeting reviewed work progress and related matters in response to the policy on ‘research and development of new low carbon cement, particularly calcined clay cement’, in alignment with Thailand 2050 Net Zero Cement and Concrete Roadmap and in support of NDC 3.0 and the national Net Zero target.

New Year Season’s Greetings to GIZ Team

Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, Executive Director, on behalf of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), extended New Year’s greetings to the GIZ team-represented by Khun Jaruwan Muenthongchin and expressed sincere appreciation for the strong cooperation. Both sides reaffirmed to continue working closely together to strengthen industry competitiveness while enabling scalable greenhouse gas reductions to meet industry targets, address climate challenges, and achieve shared decarbonization goals.

Join Force to Explore Mitigation Action Facility Support: LC3 in Thailand

Dr. Wonchalerm Chalodhorn, Chair of Working Committee TCMA on Sustainability, Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) led a TCMA team in technical discussions on Limestone Calcined Clay Cement (LC3) with international partners UNIDO-led by Ms. Rasha Abdrabu, GIZ-led by Ms. Insa Illgen, and GCCA-led by Mt. Thomas Guilliot. The discussions strengthened global collaboration and focused on LC3 technical considerations, its applicability to the Thai context, and potential support from the Mitigation Action Facility (MAF) to accelerate implementation of Thailand 2050 Net Zero Cement and Concrete Roadmap, in alignment with Thailand’s climate commitments and global pathways, while enabling scalable greenhouse gas reductions and maintaining industry competitiveness.

Workshop Enhancing Circularity and Co-processing for Decarbonizing the Cement and Concrete Value Chain in Thailand

Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, Executive Director of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), led TCMA representatives from various working groups in sharing industry perspectives on the draft report “Enhancing Circularity and Co-processing for Decarbonizing the Cement and Concrete Value Chain in Thailand” under the project ‘Decarbonization of the Cement and Concrete Sectors in Thailand’, organized by UNIDO in collaboration with the Center of Excellence on Hazardous Substance Management, Chulalongkorn University, aimed to advance circular economy practices while supporting sustainable waste management through co-processing in cement kilns and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with Thailand’s Net Zero goals.

New Year Season’s Greetings to the Department of Climate Change and Environment

Dr. Chana Poomee, Chairman of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) led the Executive Members in extending New Year season’s greetings to Dr. Phirun Saiyasitpanich, Director General of Department of Climate Change and Environment (DCCE), together with Khun Pavich Kesavawong and Khun Komet Putthasorn, Deputy Director General of DCCE and Khun Sivach Kaewcharoen, Director of Climate Change Mitigation Division. TCMA also expressed its appreciation to the DCCE team for their continued support to the cement industry. Both sides agreed to further strengthen collaboration in driving Thailand’s greenhouse gas emission reduction targets while enhancing national competitiveness.

New Year Season’s Greetings to the Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment

Dr. Chana Poomee, Chairman of the Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) led the Executive Members in extending New Year season’s greetings to Khun Preeyaporn Suwanaged and Khun Prasert Sirinapaporn, Deputy Permanent Secretaries of Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment. Both sides reaffirmed to work together in advancing environmental sustainability and supporting Thailand’s shared Net Zero goals.

Congratulations and New Year Season’s Greetings to the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment

Dr. Chana Poomee, Chairman of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) led the Executive Members in extending congratulations and New Year season’s greetings to Dr. Raweewan Bhuridej on her appointment as Permanent Secretary of Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment. TCMA and the Ministry reiterated their shared commitment to collaborate in advancing environmental sustainability and driving Thailand toward its Net Zero goals.

GCCA Exchange on Global/National Coordination: Co-processing

Members of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) participated in an exchange on global and national coordination and international best practices on co-processing, organized by Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA). This participation enhanced TCMA’s understanding of co-processing as an effective and sustainable solution to global waste challenges and supported the adaptation of these practices to the Thai context, reinforcing the cement industry’s role in transforming waste into purpose through integrated and sustainable waste management systems in Thailand.

New Year Season’s Greetings to Thailand CCUS Alliance Team

Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, Executive Director, on behalf of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), extended New Year’s greetings to Thailand CCUS Alliance Team (TCCA) team-represented by Associate Professor Dr. Suparit Tangparitkul and Dr. Pongkarn Chakthranont and expressed sincere appreciation for the cooperation. Both sides will continue close collaboration on CCUS to enhance industry competitiveness, address climate challenges, and achieve shared decarbonization goals.

International Seminar on Subsurface Storages in Saline Formations

Khun Tinnakorn Kokkhour, Chair of Working Committee TCMA on Green Mining and Stakeholder Engagement, Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) led a TCMA delegation to participate the UK–Thailand international seminar on “Subsurface Storage in Saline Formations”, organized by Chiangmai Research Center for Carbon Capture and Storage, Chiangmai University in collaboration with the British Council- International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF), to enhance TCMA’s understanding of recent advancements in carbon capture and storage (CCS) and subsurface storage in saline formations, strengthen industry readiness for future CCS deployment, and enable TCMA to identify opportunities for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and pilot initiatives supporting Thailand’s Net Zero goals.

Focus Group for Thailand’s 5th National Communication and 2nd Biennial Transparency Report

Khun Monwikan Kajohnboon, Secretary of Working Committee TCMA-Environment and Climate Action, Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) together with its members participated in the focus group to support the national workplan for the preparation of Thailand’s 5th National Communication and 2nd Biennial Transparency Report to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), strengthening collaboration and providing industry inputs to support national climate reporting and commitments.

Reinvent Thailand, Rejuvenate SMEs: Shaping the Future of Thai Industry Together

Khun Nopadol Ramyarupa and Khun Rapee Sukhyanga, Vice Chairmen of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) led TCMA team in joining the event “Reinvent Thailand, Rejuvenate SMEs,” organized by SCG, reaffirming a shared commitment to empowering SMEs and collaborating to shape a resilient, innovative, and sustainable future for the Thai economy.

New Year’s Greetings to the Directors, Department of Public Works and Town & Country Planning

Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, Executive Director, on behalf of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) extends New Year’s greetings to Dr. Tanit Jaisa-ard, Director of Building Control Bureau, and Khun Niwes Lamlertlaksanachai, Director of Structural Engineering and System Bureau, Department of Public Works and Town & Country Planning (DPT), Ministry of Interior. TCMA also express its sincere appreciation for the strong collaboration in advancing Thailand’s greenhouse gas emission reduction targets, particularly through the establishment of guidelines for the nationwide implementation of hydraulic cement-a low carbon cement in construction projects, marking a significant milestone toward sustainable development.

Happy Children Day 2026

The Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) supported Children’s Day 2026 by providing gifts to the Golden Jubilee National Geological Museum, Department of Mineral Resources, contributing to a variety of engaging activities that delighted children, inspired their creativity and imagination, while highlighting their important role in the country’s future development.

TCMA Prepares Decarbonization Training Content

The representatives from TCMA Working Groups fine-tuned and prepared lecture content for the training program on “Decarbonization Technology for the Cement and Concrete Industries”, supporting the programme’s objective of building foundational knowledge on cement and concrete emissions and Thailand 2050 Net Zero Cement and Concrete Roadmap.

TCMA Brainstorms Pathway to Net Zero Cement with MAF Support

Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA)-led by Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, Executive Director convened a brainstorming session with representatives from its working groups to advance the cement sector decarbonization strategy and seek support from the Mitigation Action Facility (MAF) to accelerate implementation of the Thailand 2050 Net Zero Cement and Concrete Roadmap, aligned with Thailand’s climate commitments and global pathways, while enabling scalable GHG reductions and maintaining industrial competitiveness.

New Year’s Greetings to the Saraburi Governor and Executive Team

On behalf of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, Executive Director of TCMA together with the TCMA team extended New Year’s greetings to Saraburi Governor Buncha Chaovarin and Deputy Governor Suraphan Silapasuwan. The occasion also conveyed appreciation for the strong collaboration in advancing the SARABURI SANDBOX: A Low Carbon City and the Thailand 2050 Net Zero Cement and Concrete Roadmap.

New Year’s Greetings to Saraburi Provincial Natural Resources and Environment Office

On behalf of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, Executive Director of TCMA together with the team extended New Year’s greetings to the Saraburi Provincial Natural Resources and Environment Office-led by Acting Sub. Lt. Thanatpat Prasomsub, Director of the Office. The occasion also served to express appreciation for the continued collaboration in advancing the Thailand 2050 Net Zero Cement and Concrete Roadmap.

Public–Private Collaboration to Advance SARABURI SANDBOX

Dr. Chana Poomee, Chairman of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) together with Khun Nopadol Ramyarupa, TCMA Vice Chairman and the TCMA team joined Saraburi Province-led by Governor Buncha Chaovarin, to provide an update on the “Cement Industry in SARABURI SANDBOX” to the Ministry of Finance team, supporting progress toward the target objectives.

TCMA Work Planning for 2026

The team of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) held a preparatory meeting to advance the Association’s work plan for 2026, led by Executive Director Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak.

“2035 AFCM Decarbonization Roadmap”

TCMA and Saskatchewan, Canada Join Forces on Energy Transition and Low Carbon Innovation

Mr. Nopadol Ramyarupa, Vice Chairman and Acting Chairman of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Saskatchewan, Canada represented by the Honourable Warren Kaeding, Minister of Trade and Export Development, witness by Mr. Pavich Kesavawong, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Climate Change and Environment, Mr. Panotson Sujayanont, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Industrial Works, and senior representatives from TCMA and the Government of Saskatchewan. This collaboration, focuses the energy-related sector and advanced Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage technologies, aims to advance cooperation leading the cement industry towards Net Zero by 2050 and support Thailand’s NDC 3.0 target while outlining a long-term plan for pilot projects in SARABURI SANDBOX.

TCMA Awarded '2025 Outstanding Trade Association Prestige Award'

Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), consistently recognized at the national level, has been awarded the ‘2025 Outstanding Trade Association Prestige Award’ for the third consecutive year from Mr. Vuttikrai Leewiraphan, Permanent Secretary of Ministry of Commerce. This honor underscores TCMA’s clear vision and achievements in leading the cement industry towards Net Zero 2050, strengthening collaboration within the country and global partners, supporting Thailand’s NDC 3.0, and enhancing the country’s long-term competitiveness while integrating economic, environmental, and social opportunities.

Songkran Festival 2025