Mr. Weerachat Lohsiri, Managing Director of NEP Real Estate and Industry Public Company Limited (NEP), said that today's consumers value packaging that preserves food freshness, reduces Food Waste, and uses resources efficiently. Securing the rights to use Stretch Technology from GLAD® not only reflects WISE’s global standards but also marks a significant step for the Thai brand in collaborating with leading global brands to develop innovations that meet modern lifestyles under the ESG and BCG Economy concepts.
WISE Stretch’n Close was developed using Stretch Technology combined with a Diamond Pattern structure that distributes tension, enhances strength, reduces tearing risk, and better accommodates large or irregularly shaped foods such as bone-in meat, seafood, or large fruits and vegetables compared to typical ziplock bags. It also increases capacity by more than 30% compared to bags of the same size.
Additionally, it features an Airtight Seal system that minimizes air and leakage, preserving the freshness and quality of food for longer. It is designed for freezer storage to reduce Freezer Burn (food drying and spoilage from freezing), helping maintain moisture, color, aroma, taste, and texture more effectively.
Under the concept Store More. Waste Less., the product is designed with a Lightweight Design to use materials efficiently. The increased capacity reduces the need for multiple bags to store the same amount of food. Combined with its freshness preservation and extended food shelf life features, it helps reduce Food Waste, promotes efficient resource use, and supports responsible consumption aligned with BCG Economy and ESG principles.
Currently, the Reclosable Zipper Packaging market is continuously growing. Fortune Business Insights projects the market value to rise from about $3.4 billion in 2025 to over $5.5 billion by 2034, reflecting demand for packaging that offers convenience, effective food storage, and sustainable resource use.
Mr. Weerachat concluded that obtaining the rights to use Stretch Technology from GLAD® represents an important milestone for WISE and the Thai packaging industry. They are committed to developing innovations that enhance food storage efficiency, reduce Food Waste, and promote efficient resource use to deliver products that meet modern consumers’ needs and support sustainable living under the Store More. Waste Less. concept.
. Support Siam Commercial Bank Public Company Limited has approved a loan of 1.745 billion baht to The Nine Hotel Company Limited, operator of Renaissance Pattaya Resort & Spa. Mr. Thanapot Paksuwan, Chief Corporate and Institutional Banking Officer of Siam Commercial Bank, and Mr. Rangsarn Ongsornakom, Head of Corporate Banking 3, were involved in the transaction.
Mr. Krisada Mahadamrongkul, Chairman of The Nine Hotel Company Limited, and Mrs. Wipawan Mahadamrongkul, Managing Director of The Nine Hotel Company Limited, jointly announced the successful financial support. This cooperation aims to support The Nine Hotel Group’s business operations by enhancing service capabilities and strengthening capacity to accommodate a growing segment of quality tourists.
Renaissance Pattaya Resort & Spa plans to renovate its existing 257 rooms to elevate the hotel’s appeal and continuously improve customer experience. It will also expand by building 20 luxury pool villas (ranging from 150 to 440 square meters), including a Japanese restaurant and an Onsen & Club House within the hotel, targeting upscale and family customers whose demand is growing. Additionally, the group plans future investments in new hotels at key Thai tourist destinations such as Phuket and Koh Samui, aligning with the long-term growth direction of Thailand’s tourism industry.
Food & Hospitality Thailand 2026 Mr. Thianprasit Chaiphatranan, President of the Thai Hotels Association; Mrs. Thanivarn Kulmongkol, President of the Thai Restaurant Association; Ms. Lollana Thekringrasamee, Assistant Director of the Office of Small and Medium Enterprises Promotion (OSMEP); Ms. Chatchaya Raktakanit, President of the Thai Chef Association; and Mr. Manu Liao Phairoj, President of Informa Markets Thailand, jointly opened the Food & Hospitality Thailand (FHT) 2026 event.
Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaiboon, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), served as chairperson, with Mr. Patsakorn Rangsivatsaks, Secretary to the Minister of Tourism and Sports, delivering congratulatory remarks. The FHT2026 event is a collaboration between the public and private sectors to drive Thai tourism, enhance the ecosystem, and boost competitiveness under the theme All Sectors, One Destination, connecting all industry sectors at a single destination recently.