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Our world has “water” as the main component to 70%. Every living thing on this planet needs water as a basic factor to live. But nowadays we are facing water scarcity. Due to the problem of Climate Change, which affects the water cycle on the planet. This, together with insufficient water management in many parts of the world, has led to a crisis in water security. The United Nations therefore sets March 22 of every year as World Water Day or World Water Day to remind the world of the importance of water.   This is in line with SCGP’s intention to strive for integrated water management for maximum efficiency. Including the restoration of ecosystems related to water sources. and support water for the community to use for agriculture in order to circulate the use of resources worthwhile and for the utmost benefit with the main strategies:   Set a target to reduce water use from external sources by 35% by 2025 compared to BAU at the base year of 2014. Currently, water usage from external sources can be reduced by 28% and recycled water usage is 16.3%. Integrated water management by applying WRI’s AQUEDUCT water risk assessment tool to assess Water Stress in business areas across the ASEAN region. Together with the assessment of Business Continuity Management (BCM) for Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and jointly monitoring the trend of the water situation and setting guidelines for water resource management with the government, people and industry. Continuously increase the efficiency of water use. By analyzing the use of water throughout the cycle. and find ways to improve the company’s water usage by modifying the technology in the production process. improvement of machinery and installation of new equipment Install a modern and highly efficient biological water treatment system. To ensure that the quality of water meets the required standards. and install a real-time water quality monitoring system This makes it possible to check online. Leading government agencies, community leaders and people’s representatives jointly inspect operations Participate in hearing and monitoring environmental performance and discharge of treated water outside the plant. according to the license of the Department of Industrial Works Set.

ADAPTING & LEARNING CAN BE FUN “Graduating in chemical engineering, I started my career as a manufacturing engineer at the Ban Pong Plant of Siam Pulp and Paper Company Limited in 1990. Later on, I was transferred to take charge of a new project at Wangsala Plant. After that stint, I was promoted to the post of production manager of Siam Cellulose Company Limited’s pulp factory. I would later handle an engineering project for Thai Paper Company Limited and then Phoenix Pulp and Paper Public Company Limited before returning to Ban Pong and Wangsala plants in my capacity as production manager.   “Then in 2020, my career switched out of production line. It was a major turning point. I have now overseen the formulation of policies and strategies based on guidelines from the Management and ESG Committee. After laying down ESG framework, I have followed up with implementation and prepare reports. In my new role, I have been more involved in corporate affairs. I have also learned more about laws, government affairs, participation management, and stakeholder management.   “ESG and Sustainability affairs also involve external organizations. I need to adapt a lot because I had never done such job before. But my work experiences have applied well in many contexts. During my adjustments, I have learnt more and stepped out of my comfort zone. It was difficult at first. But once the adaptation is complete, I have fun doing new things.”   ESG IS GOOD TO PLANET & PEOPLE ESG, a meaningful international topic, has always received due attention from SCGP. Guided by ESG principle, SCGP has grown replaceable eucalyptus for use. Today, recycled materials have also accounted for 97 percent of its paper-packaging production. Used packages have been reused for maximum efficiency too in line with Circular Economy concept.   “In the production process, we can maximize resource efficiency by curbing energy usage, water consumption, and waste. As we apply ESG concept to each unit, we must set a clear target. For example, if we intend to lower greenhouse-gas emissions, we must identify indicators, follow up with results, and conduct evaluations for necessary adjustments.   “The formulation is not top-down. We ask operational staff to determine feasibility during formulation process. Then, after setting targets, we must send a message across as to how our efforts will benefit our organization, society, and planet. Our executives have communicated with everyone on all possible stages. Our ESG Rating has to date been satisfactory. SCGP was in Silver rank since its first year with S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment.   “Our ESG performance has assured investors of our quality growth and growing business opportunities. For example, our recycling business not only supports circular economy, but it also complements SCGP’s business portfolio. Indeed, ESG is really good to people, businesses, society, and the world”.   OPEN UP, LEARN & CREATE OPPORTUNITIES “Working hard does not equal working well. If you perform well, it means you are effective and enjoy Work-Life Harmony. Today, I have realized that people management is by no means easy. In engineering field, we can produce clear-cut solutions when problems occur. If a solution is right, it can be used again and again. But in people management, your solution depends on a situation.   “So, for my management role, I focus on two parts. Firstly, I open up my mind, explore inspirations, and am always willing to listen to others. When I come across a problem, I stay put. I tell myself my patience will be rewarded with achievement. After a task is successfully completed, I can be proud and tend to my passion.   “Secondly, I encourage my team members to focus on corporate goals. We are parts of SCGP. This means we may sometimes work beyond our work scope in support of the firm’s goals. “To young staff, please keep learning. Read books, news and articles because additional knowledge gives you more opportunities.   “Last but not least, don’t worry about changes. You just need to work responsibly and uphold the right principles. Do that and you will soon realize that you are on the right track,” Mr. Soonthorn concluded.

SCGP ดำเนินธุรกิจตามกรอบแนวคิด ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) และหลักเศรษฐกิจหมุนเวียน (Circular Economy) มาอย่างต่อเนื่อง โดยมุ่งเน้นการทำงานที่จะสามารถลดการใช้ทรัพยากร การเลือกใช้วัสดุที่ย่อยสลายได้ตามธรรมชาติ และการนำรัพยากรกลับมาใช้ใหม่ในรูปแบบต่าง ๆ ตามแนวทางที่เรียกกันว่า Upcycle โดยนำวัสดุเหลือใช้มาผ่านกระบวนการออกแบบและสร้างสรรค์เป็นผลิตภัณฑ์ใหม่ที่แตกต่าง และสร้างมูลค่าเพิ่มควบคู่ไปกับการส่งเสริมโครงการพัฒนาวิสาหกิจชุมชน   จากแนวคิดดังกล่าว จึงเป็นที่มาของความร่วมมือระหว่าง SCGP กับ THINKK Studio พันธมิตรที่มีปรัชญาการทำงานที่สอดคล้องกันในเรื่อง ESG และ Circular Economy ร่วมกันจัดกิจกรรม TRANSFORMATION” Waste to Value Workshop เพื่อส่งเสริมพฤติกรรมการใช้ทรัพยากรอย่างคุ้มค่า และการนำแนวคิด Upcycling มาใช้ เปลี่ยนวัสดุเหลือใช้ให้มีมูลค่าเพิ่มขึ้น พร้อมทั้งชักชวนวิสาหกิจชุมชนด้านหัตถกรรมจากชุมชนรอบโรงงานในพื้นที่จังหวัดกาญจนบุรี ราชบุรี ปราจีนบุรี และขอนแก่น รวมถึงกลุ่มอาจารย์และนักศึกษาด้านการออกแบบและวัสดุศาสตร์ มาร่วมเวิร์กช็อปแบ่งปันไอเดียและทดลองสร้างผลิตภัณฑ์ใหม่ ๆ จากวัสดุเหลือใช้ของ SCGP   “‘TRANSFOR MATION” Waste to Value Workshop กิจกรรมเวิร์กช็อป “TRANSFORMATION” Waste to Value เต็มไปด้วยความสนุกสนานและบรรยากาศของการจุดประกาย ไอเดีย โดยการนำวัสดุเหลือใช้จาก SCGP 4 ชนิด ทั้งเส้นเทป เปลี่ยนม้วนกระดาษหรือ Paper Band เส้นพลาสติกรีไซเคิลจากกระบวนการเป่าขวดพลาสติก หลอดพลาสติก และพลาสติกรีไซเคิลบด มาออกแบบเป็นผลิตภัณฑ์ที่สวยงาม มีมูลค่าเพิ่มด้วยการต่อยอดไอเดียสุดเจ๋งจากมืออาชีพอย่าง THINKK Studio   โดยทีมนักออกแบบจาก THINKK Studio มาร่วมสร้างการเรียนรู้ ผ่านกระบวนการคิด ทดลอง และออกแบบ เพื่อแปลงร่างเศษวัสดุ ทั้ง 4 ชนิด เริ่มต้นด้วยการทำความเข้าใจคุณสมบัติของวัสดุที่แตกต่างกัน เช่น Paper Band กับเส้นพลาสติกรีไซเคิล เหมาะกับการขึ้นรูปด้วยการสานและขัดตามแบบหัตถกรรมไทย ส่วนหลอดพลาสติกทรงกระบอกเหมาะกับการจับได้ถนัดมือ หรือพลาสติกบด เมื่อนำมาหลอมลงในแม่แบบ ก็จะเกิดเป็นแผ่นลักษณะคล้ายถาดที่มีพื้นผิวแข็งแรง   จากวัสดุเหลือใช้ที่มีคุณสมบัติแตกต่างหลากหลาย THINKK Studioได้ทดลองขึ้นรูปด้วยกระบวนการต่าง ๆ ออกมาเป็นต้นแบบผลิตภัณฑ์ที่ใช้งานในชีวิตประจำวัน 6 ชิ้น ได้แก่ แจกัน โคมไฟ กระเป๋าถือ(Handbag) ถาด พัด และกระเป๋า Tote Bag โดยให้ผู้เข้าร่วมเวิร์กช็อปลองลงมือทำไปด้วยกัน พร้อมทั้งเพิ่มความสนุก โดยให้วิสาหกิจชุมชนและนักศึกษานำถุงพลาสติกเหลือใช้มาผ่านความร้อนจนได้แผ่นพลาสติกบาง ๆ เพื่อใช้เป็นวัสดุตกแต่ง เพิ่มสีสันและเอกลักษณ์ให้งานออกแบบของแต่ละคนมีความหลากหลายและมีลักษณะเฉพาะตัวมากยิ่งขึ้น   THINKK Studio – Think Circular คุุณเดชา อรรจนานันท์ Creative Director และ Co-Founder ของ THINKK Studio หัวหน้าทีมในการออกแบบ Workshop ในครั้งนี้ ได้ฝากข้อคิดและมุมมองเกี่ยวกับการเพิ่มมูลค่าให้วัสดุเหลือใช้ว่า   “การชุบชีวิตให้วัสดุเหลือใช้มีมูลค่าเพิ่ม ต้องอาศัยทัศนคติและความคิดสร้างสรรค์ของนักออกแบบ เพื่อมองผลลัพธ์ปลายทางให้ออกว่า จะพัฒนาผลิตภัณฑ์ไปในรูปแบบไหน ผ่านกระบวนการคิด สัมผัส และทดลองหาความเป็นไปได้ของวัสดุนั้น ๆ โดยไม่มีกรอบจำกัด อย่างที่ THINKK Studio ทดลองกับวัสดุเหลือใช้ของ SCGP ในเวิร์กช็อปครั้งนี้ ซึ่งทีมมองว่าประสบความสำเร็จและได้รับผลตอบรับที่ดีจากผู้เข้าร่วมเป็นโอกาสดีที่ได้แลกเปลี่ยนมุมมองความคิดสร้างสรรค์และทักษะ ระหว่างนักศึกษาที่มีไอเดียสดใหม่กับวิสาหกิจชุมชนที่ถนัดงานฝีมือเป็นอย่างดี จนทำให้ทุกฝ่ายได้แรงบันดาลใจกลับไปต่อยอดงานออกแบบของตัวเองได้อย่างเต็มเปี่ยม   “การเพิ่มมูลค่าให้วัสดุเหลือใช้สามารถเริ่มได้จากตัวเราทุกคนเช่น การใช้ทักษะงานฝีมืออย่างง่าย ๆ ออกแบบของเหลือใช้หรือขยะในครัวเรือนให้ใช้งานได้ยาวนานขึ้น และสามารถต่อยอดไปถึงระดับชุมชนที่ต้องคำนึงถึงกระบวนการทิ้งและจัดเก็บขยะ การส่งต่อเพื่อแปรรูป หรือในระดับอุตสาหกรรมสามารถสร้างเครือข่ายความร่วมมือไปยังภาคเอกชน รัฐบาลรวมถึงหน่วยงานวิจัยต่าง ๆ ได้อีกด้วย   “โดยสิ่งสำคัญในเรื่องนี้คือ ทำอย่างไรให้งานออกแบบจากวัสดุเหลือใช้มีประสิทธิภาพการใช้งานที่ดี ไม่แพ้งานออกแบบชิ้นใหม่ และกลมกลืนกับไลฟ์สไตล์ของผู้บริโภค ในท้ายที่สุดแนวคิดเรื่อง Upcycling ไม่ควรถูกมองว่าเป็นเพียงกระแสชั่วคราว แต่เป็นตัวแปรสำคัญที่จะกำหนดทิศทางการออกแบบผลิตภัณฑ์ โดยคำนึงถึงสิ่งแวดล้อมและอนาคตของโลกให้มากที่สุดนั่นเอง”  

SCGP has conducted its businesses based on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and Circular Economy concepts. It therefore has focused on green materials, maximum resource efficiency and upcycling. So many materials that would otherwise be thrown away become new products with added value, thanks to SCGP, which has also promoted community-enterprise development.   Guided by the aforementioned concepts, SCGP has recently collaborated with THINKK Studio in organizing “TRANSFORMATION” Waste to Value Workshop to promote resource efficiency and upcycling. Invited to the event were members of craft-community enterprises around SCGP’s plants in Kanchanaburi, Ratchaburi, Prachin Buri and Khon Kaen, as well as design / material-sciences lecturers and students. At the workshop, participants explored ways to upcycle SCGP’s unused materials with THINKK Studio in charge of sharpening the ideas and upcycling implementation.   “TRANSFORMATION” Waste to Value Workshop “TRANSFORMATION” Waste to Value Workshop took place amid inspiringly fun atmosphere. Discussed the workshop were four types of materials namely paper band, recycled plastic strap that is a byproduct from plastic-bottle forming, plastic tubes, and crushed recycled plastic. After THINKK Studio’s finishing touch, the upcycled materials are beautiful in design and boast added value.   THINKK Studio’s designers shared their ideas at the workshop. The first stage of the workshop was to understand more about the four materials and their different characteristics. The team then concluded that paper band should be woven in line with Thai craft of weaving. Tubes, meanwhile, should go well with that can be grasped in the hand. Crushed plastic, on its part, has solid durability and can be used for tray making.   In the next stage, THINKK Studio produced six protypes from the four materials namely a vase, a lantern, a handbag, a tray, a fan, and a tote bag. Participants then were given opportunities to make these products from the materials provided. For decoration, there were thin plastic sheets for participants to choose. These sheets were recycled from used plastic bags.   THINKK Studio – Think Circular Mr. Decha Archjananun, Creative Director & Co-Founder of THINKK Studio offered advice on how to upcycle waste/unwanted materials as follows: “Breathing a new life to no-longer-wanted materials or waste requires creativity. Designers need to visualize what the materials will be turned into through an experimental process that should go beyond any limit. During the workshop, THINKK Studio has already shown how to upcycle materials. Our team believes our efforts were successful and got positive response from participants. This workshop provided us with a good opportunity to interact with students who had fresh ideas as well as with craft-community enterprises that had exceptional craft skills. All sides in the workshop definitely discovered some inspirations. “Anyone can upcycle materials. At household level, upcycling will require just basic skills. At community or industrial level, it may be necessary to design waste disposal and storage process for upcycling. However, the process design can be done in collaboration with supportive companies, government agencies or research units. “Importantly, upcycling must focus on ensuring that its output is not only as functional as products from new raw materials but also answers well to consumers’ lifestyles. Last but not least, upcycling trend should continue because it is crucial to the environment and the world’s future.”  

After poring over researches on overseas organic dairy farms, Mr. Pruitti Kerdchoochuen – founder and managing director of Dairy Home Social Enterprise Company Limited – applied his knowledge to Thai context. He started encouraging local dairy farmers to embrace organic production in pursuit of high-quality milk that can be turned into 100 percent organic products. He has lately shared his experience, business philosophy, social-enterprise concept, and views about his business partner SCGP with a LOT.   IT TAKES TIME FOR ORGANIC-FARMING SEED TO GROW “In the beginning, we faced so many challenges. Our Learning Curve climbed up at the time no one else had tried organic farming here before. Dairy farms back then had a long value chain. Farmers did not produce all production factors. They relied on materials from various sources. In the past, dairy farms focused on quantity with every cow pressured to produce as much milk as possible. But today, our dairy farms just aim to produce an appropriate volume. Because dairy farmers can now produce proper food for cows themselves, cost is lower. Gross profit margin therefore rises. We are in no rush. Real impacts will be seen after 10 years. We understand that and we will not try to cite big profits as a motivation for farmers to switch to organic approach. “The number of our organic farms has already risen from one to 30 today. During our journey, we have also worked with other types of organic farms. We have supported one another.”   SOCIAL ENTERPRISE FOR SUSTAINABLE GROWTH Dairy Home’s social-enterprise business model was shaped by interesting goals – the production of chemical-free quality milk for consumers, the sustainability of farmers’ livelihoods, and the reduction of farming’s environmental impacts.   “Our business is a social enterprise. We take care of not just our business but also communities, society, and the environment. All stakeholders must benefit from our operations. I think a business exists to solve a problem or create a good thing. The sustainability of a business therefore depends on the benefits it delivers to consumers, communities, and the environment. Today, a business must engage all sides as stakeholders including employees, vendors, the environment, and communities.   “Presently, Dairy Home has three main product categories: 1) Ready-to-Drink Milk, 2) Yogurt, and 3) Milk Tablets and other products. We have not conducted many marketing activities for our products because we believe a product should be able to stay on in the market on its own via consumers’ word of mouth. It must not rely on just advertisements.   “In support of our continued growth, we have prepared solid plans for all parts of operations namely raw materials, demand forecast, our team’s abilities, and our plant’s capacity. For instance, when COVID-19 outbreak forced so many people to spend more time at home, we launched products and marketing campaigns targeting these people. Our sales thus soared. Aside, we have attracted an increasing number of certified organic farmers and therefore been able to boost our capacity. On research and development, we have conducted researches in collaboration with several universities and we will continue to do so in the future so that we can constantly roll out new products in response to customers’ needs.”   PARTNERSHIP WITH SCGP, THE PROFESSIONAL SOLUTIONS PROVIDER “Printing on yogurt cups used to be our pain point. While yogurt has been our major product, we have produced it in more than 10 flavors. So, the volume for each flavor is not big. Yogurt, with its short shelf life, cannot be produced in a large volume either. In the past, our staff had to manually affix flavor label on every cup. This task was quite difficult too because the body of the cup was round. Placing the label on the lid, meanwhile, would not work because lid space was too small and there would be too much white space on the cup in the eyes of consumers.   “SCGP has practically removed our pain point. Its prints for our yogurt cup are of high quality. All letters are very clear. They look nice on shelves too. SCGP has provided us with what we had long been looking for. With SCGP support, it becomes easier for our customers to choose the product from shelves. Also, our staff work more conveniently as they do not need to affix labels manually anymore. SCGP has impressed us very much. It has clear work process. Every step – be it design presentation, quotation, or prototype development – is truly professional. Work flows so smoothly with SCGP as our partner. SCGP has answered well to our needs. Not only that SCGP delivers quality, but its output really resonates with our concept.   “Today, Dairy Home also uses SCGP’s corrugated boxes. In the future, we expect to get great packaging for various other products probably ice-cream cups, milk-tablet packets or boxes from SCGP too,” Mr. Pruitti concluded  

Mr. Mahasan “Yai” Thieravarut, Managing Director of The Siam Forestry Company Limited, has worked under SCG for nearly three decades already. During his interview with P-DNA, he presented interesting work tips and encouraged everyone to have the courage to “grasp” opportunities and do something new.   ENHANCE YOUR CAPABILITY THROUGH NEW CHALLENGES Joining SCG first as an analyst for The Siam Cement Public Company Limited, Mr. Mahasan spent about two years handling the transport of cement and building materials. He then won scholarship to further his studies at the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT). After his graduation, he returned as the chief of production planning for SCG’s automotive business. His new job was quite a big challenge because he had to supervise staff who were older and more experienced in the production field. But thanks to this job, he got a good opportunity to do something he had never done before. “When SCG started laying down its own fiber optics in 1995, I helped with IT affairs and Japan-based TQM (Total Quality Management) model. So, I was later invited to set up quality management system based on ISO 9000 too. After accepting the invitation, I worked alone but successfully completed the task with the counseling help of my respected acquaintances. When 3G technologies arrived, I was among the first to use SIM cards to track transport vehicles,” he revealed. “I always say ‘Yes’ to opportunities coming my way. I trust that my seniors know how to put the right man in the right job. Even though I may need to start from scratch in my new position, I see that as an opportunity to expand my knowledge.” ENTRY INTO PACKAGING BUSINESS In 2011, Mr. Mahasan stepped into packaging business as he was reassigned to manage Siam Kraft Industry Company Limited’s inventory and transport affairs. During the stint, he was most proud of setting up an automated warehouse for the firm. After that success, he landed in a new position at The Siam Forestry Company Limited. The Siam Forestry Company Limited in SCGP has provided integrated eucalyptus services. Its services cover variety development, seedling sales, counseling on planting, and purchases of eucalyptus wood from farmers. Presently, its business has expanded to agricultural products under Khudin brand. “In the beginning, Khudin sold just organic fertilizer. At the time I moved to the firm, this brand was still little known. To boost sales and raise brand awareness, we have decided to develop chemical fertilizer and various other farming products under the brand. Today, Khudin’s reputation has increased. We target small retailers and enjoy continued sales growth because they support quality products. At the same time, we have helped them with promotions,” Mr. Mahasan said. ATTITUDES MATTER THE MOST Mr. Mahasan’s good attitudes shine in his career. Optimistic, courageous, and ready to face all challenges, he focuses on pursuing his work goals. If obstacles arise, he tackles them even when they are not directly under his job responsibility. He is also inspiring. As an executive, he always motivates his team members to take up new challenges for shared goals. “I don’t sit inside an ivory tower. I always go to work sites to see how staff have worked. I also encourage them to speak up so that we can address problems together. To innovate things, failures may happen. It is just that we must learn to prevent them from recurring. For example, when we first deployed agricultural drones, staff were reluctant to fly the devices out of concern that any crash would cost dozens of thousand baht. I nudged my team to fly the device though. It really crashed one day. I did not ask why it plunged to the ground. I just asked my team how to prevent such crashes in the future. Learning by doing, my team has developed more skills and we can now make good use of drones,” Mr. Mahasan explained. “In addition, I have reiterated that my staff should have Plan B ready. What if Plan A won’t work? We have to look ahead. Think what will happen, prepare many plans, and keep pace with trends,” he emphasized. “I would like to inculcate good attitudes in everyone. Be open to new things and keep improving yourself. Do not stick with old work methods. Aside, do a lot of exercises to stay fit both physically and mentally. When we face problems, don’t get stuck. Move on,” he continued. “Last but not least, our firm has very good management tools and technologies. So, you should use them to improve yourself and your organization. Let’s go world-class!” he concluded.  

Thailand received the honor to host Global Summit of Women 2022. Held between 23 and 25 June 2022 at Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at Central World, the event brought together leading women from across the world to address “Women: Creating Opportunities in the New Reality.”   Playing host to this global event, Thailand has proven its potential to organize international forums and also to serve as a “World Destination.” Not only that Global Summit of Women 2022 brought spotlight to the need to drive economy in post-pandemic period and the importance of technologies/innovations, but it also promoted gender equality. Everyone, regardless of gender, could contribute to economic development. This international forum, moreover, fostered networking, international collaborations, exchanges of experiences, and inspiration for women. Connected were prominent females, be they employees, business owners, consumers, or investors. Mrs. Kaisri Nuengsigkapian, Independent Director and Chairman of the Audit Committee, SCGP, sat in the organizing committee of the latest Global Summit of Women. SCGP therefore got a role to play at this women leaders’ international conference, which was “carbon neutral”. Greenhouse-gas emissions of summit activities were evaluated, as the event focused on curbing its environmental impacts in every step from participants’ transport to catering and waste management. SCGP supported the cause by providing eco-friendly souvenirs and decor that celebrated Thai identity. Mrs. Kaisri emphasized that via the event, SCGP once again demonstrated its value and potential on an international stage. “SCGP always takes concrete actions to set examples of how to take care of the earth. Today, waste separation and tree planting alone are no longer enough. That’s why via this summit, we have shown what responsible businesses can do for society and the environment. As we supported the summit, we also demonstrated our design capabilities and creativity. Our products are functional. Aside, our businesses resonate with all important topics the summit sought to address,” Mrs. Kaisri said. “SCGP’s participation in the global summit will increase its international recognition, paving the way for the firm to reaffirm its packaging leadership and to expand further into overseas markets. On top of that, this participation will show the world what we can do.”   WOMEN INSPIRE “In my younger years, it took an extraordinary level of effort for women to climb corporate ranks. But today, I can see more women at the helm of their organizations. Their status is inspiring. The global summit’s ‘Creating Opportunities in the New Reality’ theme reminds women that they should look for and grasp opportunities. Don’t deprive yourself of opportunities on the basis of your gender! Don’t wait for others to create opportunities for you. Changes will happen only when you embrace them. “Remember that learning is lifelong. Keep learning to expand your horizons. That helps you to adjust no matter how the world is changing.”   MRS. KAISRI NUENGSIGKAPIAN INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR AND CHAIRMAN OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE, SCGP   IDEAS BEHIND DESIGNS Lotus-Shaped Paper Float Design Concept: Modernity, simplicity, durability, and beauty are at the core of this design. To visualize the concept, paper is layered with folding and forming. This float can hold a candle without the help of glue or other materials. As a result, recycling it is easy. Background Partition for Khon Display Design Concept: Inspired by Thai stupa, this background partition is exquisite. It is made through simple folding and forming techniques. Yet, its 3D pop-up gimmick enhances appeal and functionality. Summit Logo Model Design Concept: It is a 3D model of the global summit’s logo. It is presentable from all angles. Its exterior can be interpreted in two different ways: a flowerpot communicating about beauty and femininity; and a tree that speaks about the environment. Elephant-Shaped Souvenir Design Concept: This model souvenir is in the shape of elephant because this animal is strongly associated with Thainess. But for a modern touch, it embraces Polygon style. This elephant looks strong and formidable. Colorful prints on its paper parts are reminiscent of prism, which represents open-mindedness and growth mindset. The choices of materials reflect SCGP’s resource efficiency and environmental friendliness. The manufacturing process also relies on folding and forming because such techniques are friendly to the environment. Better still, all these products are functional, lightweight, foldable, reusable, and recyclable.

Becoming the world’s No. 1 badminton players for mixed doubles in late 2021, Mr. Dechapol “Bass” Puavaranukroh and Ms. Sapsiree “Popor” Taerattanachai have already won 13 championships.Lately, they have emerged as winners in six consecutive tournaments – with the latest being “YONEX GAINWARD GERMAN OPEN 2022.” Behind their impressive success are hard work, strict discipline, teamwork, and shared goals. Enjoying badminton, they jumped into competitions even before they turned 10. At the age of 14, they joined SCG training camp. Four years later, they successfully entered national teams.In 2015, they started playing together. From that time, they have competed in several tournaments and learned from both their losses and wins.   DISCIPLINE IS A MUST Bass: “Badminton players need to have discipline. Their food, sleep, and training regimes must be strictly observed. They matter in matches.” Popor: “Our training regime has been planned by our team. The regime prescribes alternate hard and light training. We must know when to relax and play some other sports from time to time too.” CLEAR COMMUNICATIONS FOR TEAMWORK Popor: “Pressure is common. But we always communicate to ensure we play the best game possible. We must know our partner’s strengths and style. We need to think in the same way and have mutual understanding.” Bass: “We talk all the time – before, during and after games. We know what our partner thinks. If our opponents launch offensives, we need to put up a strong defense first and bring game to a normal pace. We won’t rush to hit back.” Popor: “When a mistake happens, we won’t be angry with or blame each other. We are not emotional. We remain calm and concentrate.” UNDERSTAND WEAKNESSES, FIND NEW STRENGTHS Popor: “It is normal to win and lose. But when we lose out, we should learn from our losses. Weren’t we calm enough? Did our emotions run high during the game? We have talked reasonably and done some fine-tuning. When we win, we focus on building up further on our strengths. Even when we are No. 1 players in our field, we think about doing better.” Bass: “Our badminton skills are not perfect all the time. We ruined some matches. But we seek to identify what we don’t like and try to play better.” MOVE TOWARDS SAME GOALS Popor: “We have shared the same goal. Winning a world championship is of course a milestone. But we still think we can fly higher. We want to win all five main championships. We will keep improving for our next matches.” Bass: “We have never got discouraged. But we feel tired from time to time. It is quite normal, though. Aside, we understand why we exhaust ourselves. When we became the champions, we were glad. Then, we focus on our next match again.” Appeal of Badminton Bass: “No matter what your build, you can play badminton. This sport also proves very challenging. Players need to think all the time.” Popor: “You need quick wits. You need speed and you need strengths in badminton matches, which are also fun.” Advice for Others Bass: “People have knacks for different things. Pursue what you like or what you excel in. You don’t need to be champions. You can be happy being a sport player. It depends on how you like it.” Popor: “I hope everyone gets started when he or she has the will to do something. Don’t give up. Determination will lead to success.” Key Motto Bass: Think positive. Popor: Do our best today. Don’t stop improving.      

“Great Partnership” between Thung Hua Sinn Company Limited and SCGP is proven by the three-decades-long business ties, which have seen not just business growth but also challenging changes. Today, Mr. Perapong Thungkasemvathana, Managing Director of Thung Hua Sinn Printing Network and TPN Packaging Company Limited under Thung Hua Sinn Group, has given an interview about key successes. GROWING FROM FAMILY BUSINESS Mr. Perapong said Thung Hua Sinn’s growth started from constant searches for new business opportunities and real actions. “The history of our group was traced back to 1953. Back then, my father noticed opportunities in printing businesses and decided to start his own printing house. Thung Hua Sinn’s first printing facility was set up at 22 July Roundabout in Yaowarat area. It had printed labels, inserts, notebooks, receipts, purchase-order forms, business cards, tear-off calendars, ceremonial cards, and various other printing jobs,’ he said. Since then, the family business has expanded in response to Thailand’s growing industrial sector and supportive government policies. Thung Hua Sinn was a pioneer in canned-food packages. Later on, it has also produced flexible packaging and more. Presently, it has shone proudly as a favorite total food packaging manufacturer.   GREEN TECHNOLOGY FOR ECO-FRIENDLY BUSINESSES Since its inception, Thung Hua Sinn has never stopped its product development. During the past few decades, it has integrated modern machinery and even won certifications for its good manufacturing standards. Being socially responsible, the group also pursues sustainability and embraces green trends. “Our green technologies and focus on waste minimization have become our key strengths because corporate customers pay significant attention to environmental issues these days. Most of our customers are based in Thailand. Our best sellers are Soft Packaging or Flexible Packaging, which are now in high demand,” Mr. Perapong added. “In the face of intensifying competition, we have continued to improve ourselves. We have seriously allocated a budget for research and development to keep pace with trends and respond well to customers’ needs. As for partnerships, SCGP has provided us with raw materials. Our collaborations are solid and provide synergy. We have shared information, technologies, and strategies. Thanks to our partners, we are more visionary, well-updated, and able to adapt faster. “In pursuit of further growth and additional strengths, we have constantly explored new opportunities, technologies, and partners too,” he continued.   SINCERE, UNDERSTANDING PARTNER To Thung Hua Sinn, SCGP has been a long-time partner that has always delivered quality products and demonstrated constant development. This partnership, moreover, is deeply rooted in understanding. “SCGP has mainly provided us with duplex paper, support, and synergy. This partner has always worked fast and enabled us to enjoy a lower cost. In the 30 years that we have worked with SCGP, problems are minimal because SCGP has really understood our situation and done its best for us. Difficult tasks become much easier with SCGP by our side. On top of that, SCGP has ensured very smooth contacts. The first person taking care of our account has no longer worked at SCGP. But workflows smoothly because whomever SCGP has assigned to us knows our account very well,” Mr. Perapong added. “What matters the most is that SCGP, as a business partner, has really taken the best care of us.”