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.

TFCM in FTI Committee on Industrial Promotion

Khun Nopadol Ramyarupa, Vice Chairman of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) and serves as Chairman of Thailand Fellowship of Cement Manufacturers (TFCM) together with Khun Sanit Ketsuwan, TCMA Advisor participated in the 1/2026 Meeting of the FTI Committee on Industrial Promotion and Support, chaired by Khun Kriengkrai Thiennukul, Chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

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

Tie up Collaboration with Department of Climate Change and Environment

On behalf of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), Khun Mongkon Ponchunchoovong, Secretary-General and Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, Executive Director took a New Year occasion in extending season’s greeting to Khun Sivach Kaewcharoen, Director Division of Climate Change Mitigation, Khun Kittisak Prukkanont, Director Division of Strategy and International Cooperation, Khun Rabiab Poopha, Director Division of Climate Adaptation, and Khun Uma Srisook, Director Division of Participation Promotion on Climate Change and Environment, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment and also thank you DCCE’s team for the continue support to cement industry. Both sides agreed to further driving Thailand target of greenhouse gas emission reduction for country competitiveness.

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

Dr. Chana Poomee, Chairman of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA)and Khun Rapee Sukhyanga, TCMA Vice Chairman and Secretary-General led TCMA team took a New Year occasion in extending season’s greeting to Director-General Dr. Phirun Saiyasitpanich, Deputy Director-General Pavich Kesavawong aand Deputy Director-General Komes Phutasorn, Department of Climate Change and Environment (DCCE), Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment and also thank you DCCE for the continue support to cement industry. Both sides agreed to further driving Thailand target of greenhouse gas emission reduction for country competitiveness.

New Year Season’s Greeting to Department of Primary Industries and Mines

Dr. Chana Poomee, Chairman of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) led TCMA Executive Board took a New Year occasion in extending season’s greeting to Director-General Aditad Vasinonta, Deputy Director-General Araya Salaipetch, Deputy Director-General Anan Faksang, Department of Primary Industries and Mines (DPIM), Ministry of Industry and also thank you DPIM for the joint collaboration in driving smart and green mining practice and resource-efficiency with innovation and technology in responding to decarbonization and benefit to country competitiveness.

New Year Season’s Greeting to Department of Mineral Resources

On behalf of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), Khun Mongkon Ponchunchoovong, Deputy Secretary-General and Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, Executive Director took a New Year occasion in extending season’s greeting to Deputy Director-General Suvapak Imsamut, Deputy Director-General Sumeth Saithong, Department of Mineral Resources (DMR), Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment and also thank you DMR team, including Mineral Resources Division, Geology Division, Geotechnology Division for the joint collaboration in resource-efficiency with innovation and technology in responding to decarbonization and benefit to country competitiveness.

Mining for the Community to Drive Thai Economy and Society with Sustainability

Dr. Chana Poomee, Chairman of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) led TCMA Executive Board attended ceremony to deliver fund from royalty special payment from mining concession to the representative of local administrative organizations for the community to drive Thai economy and society with sustainability, presided over by H.E. Akanat Promphan, Minister of Industry of Thailand.

Technical Discussion on Thailand Taxonomy Phase II

The team of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) led by Khun Monwikan Kajohnboon, Secretary of Working Group TCMA-Environment led the team having a technical discussion on cement production activity in term of greenhouse gas emissions information and energy with the consultant team of Bank of Thailand, with aims at supporting the preparation of Thailand Taxonomy Phase II helping investors identify sustainable investment opportunities, encourages businesses to adopt environmentally friendly practices, and provides clarity and transparency in the growing market for sustainable finance.

Seeking for Joint Collaboration to Net Zero 2050

The joint meeting among the Embassy of Canada-led by H.E. Ping Kitnikone, the Ambassador of Canada to Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia, Department of Climate Change and Environment-led by Deputy Director-General Pavich Kesavawong, the Saraburi Province-led by Governor Bancha Chaowarin, Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA)-led by Chairman Dr. Chana Poomee, the Federation of Thai Industries, Saraburi Provincial Chapter-led by Khun Charoenchai Chaliawkriangkrai have been organized to seek the joint collaboration with Canada to decarbonize cement industry in responding to Thailand 2050 Net Zero Cement and Concrete Industry Roadmap and Thailand NDC.

Seeking for Joint Collaboration to Decarbonize

Dr. Chana Poomee, Chairman of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) led the team exchanged ideas with the team of Consulate General of Canada, led by Mr. Ha Nguyen, Consul to seek the joint collaboration to decarbonize cement and concrete Sectors in Thailand.

Congratulate on New Position

On behalf of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), Khun Mongkon Ponchunchoovong, Deputy Secretary-General and Khun Phattharawan Sukkantharak, Executive Director extended well wishes to Khun Treephong Kalantapura to new assignment as Director of Saraburi Industry Office, Ministry of Industry.

Preparatory for SARABURI SANDBOX DAY: Unite for the 1st Low Carbon City in Thailand

Khun Mongkon Ponchunchoovong, Deputy Secretary-General of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) attended Working Committee on Organizing SARABURI SANDBOX DAY: Unite for the 1st Low Carbon City in Thailand to provide ideas and suggestions for the successful organizing of the coming SARABURI SANDBOX DAY.