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Let’s see Bangkok Design Week 2018 under the concept:

"THE NEW-IST VIBES: Design forwarding". If you wonder what it is, let’s visit.

Bangkok is being transformed into the first design city in history and is considered to be another step of success in Thailand in pushing it to successfully become the first design festival in Bangkok. Creative and Design Center (TCDC) is ready for pushing Bangkok step forward into the "World Design Capital" in 2022 or the next 5 years .

“Bangkok Design Week 2018 ″ was held for the 1st time since TCDC has successfully organized “Chiang Mai Design Week”, a festival where a wide range of creative professionals, designers, artisans and artists have been together for a special occasion once in a year to present innovative designs and a new project that meets the needs of people these days. Moreover, to expand business channels both inbound and outbond in order to utimate their potential. This will lead to build an environment suitable for creators to work and for business entrepreneurs in the creative industries to realize the image of Chiang Mai to become a Craft city.

Creative and Design Center (TCDC) under the Prime Minister's Office Bangkok Office for promoting the convention and exhibition (Public Organization), together with government and private sectors, including more than 60 agencies, jointly organized the Bangkok Design Week 2018, following the concept of "The New-ist Vibes, Design forwarding". By reflecting Bangkok in 3 dimensions; City & Living, Well being & Gastronomy and Creative Business, arasing the benefits of design in modern living to step into a creative city with arts, culture and skills as originally as well.

Participants will experience Bangkok where is full of creative atmosphere in 5 areas of Bangkok, Charoenkrung at the 4th floor of Creative Design Center (TCDC) and at "Lan Ploy Seang", a student creative product market at Lan Bai Mai Yip In Soi, Khlong San at The Jam Factory and Lhong 1919 at Sam Yan at TCDC COMMONS Ideo Q Chula-Samyan and Faculty of Architecture of Chulalongkorn University, Rama 1 at Bangkok Art and Culture Center and the 3rd floor of Siam Discovery and Sukhumvit at W District BTS Phra Khanong

In Bangkok Design Week 2018, there were outstanding activities awaiting for everyone to have fun in all 6 styles; creative exhibition and exhibition (Design showcase & Exhibition), Brainstroming and talking activity (Symposium & Talk), Business networking activities (Business Program), Creative District & Social Project, Creative Program and Creative Market, etc. Those who are interested in any field can go visitng.

Today, our team will take you to feel the atmosphere of Bangkok Design Week 2018 and also to see what is outstanding out there. Today, our destination are 3 places and we will let the audience see the real event by own eyes.

Let's start with the Charoen Krung district. The venue is Creative Design Center (TCDC) where has been created as a space for many creative activities such as art exhibitions, architecture, pavilions from recycled plastic waste "Waste Side Story by PTTGC" at the front yard of the Central Post Office.

A lot of work pieces are gathered inside and await for you.

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One of the innovative solutions for producing high-performance Masterbatch is InnoPlus by GC LL8420AB, Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) in powder form with Melt Flow Index (MFI) of 20 g/10 min, specifically for Masterbatch production requiring high concentrations of pigment, filler, and additives.

InnoPlus by GC LL8420AB: Masterbatch Carrier for Efficient Molding

• Supports High Additive Loading: This product can efficiently support high amounts of pigment, filler, and additives, resulting in Masterbatch with the desired high concentration.


• Excellent Dispersion and Flowability: Being in powder form helps reduce the problem of layer separation between the polymer and additives during dry blending. This allows for better dispersion of additives, resulting in consistent quality Masterbatch products.


• Good Particle Size Control: Consistent particle size helps to efficiently control the quality of Masterbatch production, reducing errors in the manufacturing process.


• Clean Production Process, Reduced Contamination: Produced through specific grinding process that prevents impurities, ensuring the quality of the resulting Masterbatch.

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28 November,2018

On November 28, 2018, GC Marketing Solutions Co., Ltd. (GCM) organized an event “X PURGE Product Refresh and Demonstration” for GCM authorized traders to introduce a new product grade, the X PURGE EX20T, in collaboration with the PTT Innovation Institute, PTT Public Company Limited. This formula was developed by the research institute to meet the needs of customers in the Electronics and Electrical (E&E) and Automotive segments who require purging compound products that can be used and processed at high temperatures.

The goal of this event is to introduce new product grades while also providing a better understanding of X PURGE products and presenting the performance of X PURGE products through a demonstration in comparison to the conventional way. We expect and intend to continue to shine in the X PURGE market.

 

6 December,2017

On 6 December 2016, Mr. Narongchai Pisutpunya, President of GC Marketing Solutions Company Limited (GCM) and Mr. Cemil Cakar, Chairman of Karex Polymers and Petrochemicals Company Limited (KAREK), signed a Memorandum of Understanding between GCM and KAREX for distributorship of XPURGE purging compound, first opening the markets in Turkey.

Turkey, the 2nd biggest petrochemical industry in Europe and the sixth place worldwide, enter into a business co-operation with PTTPM in distribution of the product in Turkey with efforts and commitment. The signing of this MOU will add new synergies and values for both KAREX and GCM in the years ahead.

The signing ceremony took place in Istanbul by attendance from Royal Thai Government’s Honorary Consul, Mr. Refik GÖKÇEK, PAGEV’s Chairman and Mr. Yavuz EROĞLU, PAGEV Board of directors as well as honorable guests.

 

25 April,2017

Ms. Somsri Phanichrungruang, Vice President, Export Sales Department, Mr.Paiboon Prapussornchaikul, Vice President, Specialty Products Department, Mr. Watcharasit Reinsriwong, Vice President, Technical Support Department of GCM and Mr. Pravesh V. Jethwani, CEO of Veechem Global Fzco Ltd., attended the Signing Ceremony of a Memorandum of Understanding between GCM and Veechem Global Fzco for distributorship of X PURGE purging compound of GCM in United Arab Emirates and Ethiopia.

The signing of this MOU will add new synergies and values for both Veechem Global Fzco and GCM in the years ahead. The signing ceremony took place in Sheraton addis ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on 25 April 2017.

 

11 October,2018

On October 11, 2018, GC Marketing Solutions Company Limited (GCM), in collaboration with PTT Innovation Institute, PTT Public Company Limited, hosted an event for Honda Trading Asia Co., Ltd., GCM's new authorized trader in the Electronics and Electrical (E&E) and Automotive markets, titled "X PURGE Product Introduction and Demonstration."

GCM has decided to arrange efforts in collaboration with the PTT Innovation Institute, PTT Public Company Limited, by creating the X PURGE EX20T formula to fulfill the needs of clients in the E&E and Automotive markets that can be utilized and processed at high temperatures.

The major goal of this event is to educate and provide a better understanding of the X PURGE products to customers, as well as to present the performance of X PURGE products through a demonstration of the new product vs the traditional approach, in order to anticipate market expansion and growth.

 

27 June,2019

Toshiba Machine Manufacturing (Thailand) Co., Ltd. has invited GCM to participate in the exhibition at the Toshiba Machine Group's Machinery Show 2019 on June 27 and 28, 2019. This aims to introduce GCM X PURGE products to the company's customers as well as those who are interested in promoting cleaning products and maintaining machine cleanliness. GCM also demonstrated the machine cleaning process and the performance of the X PURGE products at this event.

This activity provides participants with information about the X PURGE and its performance. The demonstration of the machine cleaning process introduces X PURGE to the general public, including users, who are more confident in using the products with the factory's machines.

 

Polystyrene (PS)

Polystyrene (PS) under brand DIAREX. has total capacity of GPPS and HIPS are 60,000 MTA and 30,000 MTA, totally 90,000 MTA. Futhermore, we offer a wide range of DIAREX grade with various properties for using in injection molding or extrusion process.

On May 7, 2025, PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited (GC) hosted an online seminar titled “Challenge of Global Trends and Regulations toward Flexible Packaging.” The seminar aimed to educate and strengthen understanding among customers, partners, and plastic resin manufacturers on the current global trends in Flexible Packaging and the challenges of international regulations. The seminar provided valuable insights to help participants prepare for market shifts and adapt effectively to maintain sustainable competitiveness.

The seminar drew strong interest from participants across various industries.

Keynote Speaker: Packaging Expert

The seminar featured a special lecture by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thanyarat Jinkarn,

Department of Packaging and Materials Technology,

Faculty of Agro-Industry, Kasetsart University,

a leading expert in packaging, who provided in-depth insights on key Flexible Packaging market trends, including:

• Sustainability


• Enhanced Food Safety


• Regulatory Compliance and Industry Standards


• Convenience in Packaging


• Innovative Adhesives and Substrates

Growth in Food Packaging Sector

The Food Packaging segment continues to grow significantly, especially in pouch and sachet formats. These formats are increasingly seeking sustainable flexible packaging solutions such as mono-material structures. This segment is projected to grow by approximately 3.8% annually.

One of the main challenges of mono-material packaging lies in achieving barrier performance comparable to multi-material solutions.

EU Regulatory Perspective

Dr. Thanyarat also addressed the perspective of EU regulations, highlighting the tightening legal controls designed to protect consumers from harmful chemicals in plastics, such as additives used in manufacturing. The latest update to EU Regulation was released on February 21, 2025, and relevant Plastic resin manufacturers in Thailand are encouraged to download and study the document for a better understanding of upcoming compliance requirements.

GC, represented by Ms. Saowanee Likitamporn, introduced innovative plastic resin solutions for Flexible Packaging that address key aspects of environmental impact, functionality, and safety:

• Development of mono-material resins for easier recyclability


• Products with low Seal Initiation Temperature (SIT) and high toughness


• Suitable for various applications including stretch film, shrink film, lamination, and food packaging


• Introduction of non-PFAS resin grades to reduce health and environmental risks


• Readiness to comply with upcoming PFAS regulations in the US and EU

 GC’s guiding approach:“Better for the Environment, Better for Productivity & Processability, Better for Human Being.”