Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited collaborated with the Junior Construction Club of the Civil Engineering Department at Naresuan University to organize a volunteer camp

From October 27-29, 2024, Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited collaborated with the Junior Construction Club of the Civil Engineering Department at Naresuan University to organize a volunteer camp aimed at the development of Ban Mae Thoen School in Si Satchanalai, Sukhothai Province. The camp brought together first- through third-year civil engineering students, providing them with an opportunity to develop their professional skills while making a meaningful contribution to the community.

This volunteer camp focused on applying students’ construction knowledge to improve school facilities by repairing and painting school buildings, enhancing the safety of roads within the school premises, and fixing road potholes to ensure safe travel for students, teachers, and parents. This project aimed to foster a safe and healthy environment for the children of Ban Mae Thoen School while inspiring the participating students to apply their engineering skills for the betterment of the community.

Tipco Asphalt is proud to support this impactful activity, which not only advances education through the improvement of the local environment and safety measures but also raises awareness of the importance of giving back to society.

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Tipco Asphalt along with Partners Provide Aid to Flood Victims in Chiang Mai

On October 11, 2024, Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited, led by Mr. Kris Sertthin, Director – Domestic Sales and Marketing, and Mr. Jaran Sakpetch, Senior Manager – Asphalt Product Sales (Northern/ North-Eastern), along with the marketing and sales team, collaborated with Ms. Dujdao Krantree, Executive of DD Asphalt Limited Partnership and DAL Supply Limited Partnership, to donate drinking water and relief supplies to Mr. Nirat Phongsitthithaworn, Governor of Chiang Mai. This effort aimed to support over 300 households affected by the severe flooding in Chiang Mai.

Residents in the affected areas have endured significant challenges during October, experiencing the worst flooding in the province in 30 years. This effort reflects the company’s dedication to community support and aligns with its corporate social responsibility policies on environmental conservation, social development, and sustainable governance.

Tipco Group donates artworks from renowned artists to Ramathibodi Foundation

On September 26, 2024, Tipco Group’s executive team donated 20 paintings by renowned artists to Ramathibodi Foundation to support its ongoing activities.

Tipco Group has continuously supported various activities of Ramathibodi Foundation, recognizing the importance of giving back to society. The foundation plays a vital role in benefiting the Thai people by providing medical care, ensuring access to quality treatment for all, promoting public health through aa number of projects, and offering scholarships for medical and nursing students. This contribution aims to create educational opportunities and develop skilled medical professionals, contributing to the sustainable growth of Thai society.

Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited organized lecture on asphalt emulsion and the asphalt concrete production process for third-year students from the Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University.

On September 2 and 4, 2024, representatives from Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited, Mr. Sompun Leelapunyaporn, Senior Manager-Technical Intelligence, and Mr. Krisorn Wongsavad, Senior Officer-Technical Service, served as lecturers for third-year civil engineering students in “Civil Engineering Materials” course for the first semester of 2024. Additionally, Associate Professor. Dr. Boonchai Sangpetngam, Deputy Head of the Department of Civil Engineering, Laboratory and Material Testing Division also participated in the experience sharing session. The lecture covered the hot-mix asphalt (HMA) production process and machines, as well as the transportation for the HMA to be used in road pavement. The lecture also covered environmentally friendly and sustainable asphalt emulsion for cold-mix asphalt for road maintenance and repairs.

This lecture not only provided an opportunity for students to ask questions and exchange knowledge about asphalt products, and share engineering work experiences, but also sparked interest among students in seeking internships and site visits in the upcoming academic term. This practical training is part of a memorandum of understanding between the Department of Civil Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, and Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited, aimed at supporting special lectures from the company’s experts as partners to exchange knowledge and enhance education on asphalt and sustainable road construction.

Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited organized a lecture on asphalt products

On July 31, 2024, Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited organized a lecture on asphalt products and environmentally friendly asphalt concrete road construction technology for students of the Faculty of Engineering, Department of Civil Engineering, and Department of Chemical Engineering. The lecture was opened by Asst. Prof. Dr. Kumpon Subsomboon, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, and was attended by 91 students and faculty members.

In addition to learning about the academic aspects and innovative new asphalt construction materials, the afternoon session included a practical activity where students improved the entrance and sidewalks using TIPCO Premix asphalt, compliant with TIS 2916-2561 standards. This enhancement will facilitate future access and logistics for the building.

This event was conducted following the policy framework under MoU Clause 2.2, focusing on promoting and developing graduate production by supporting teaching, learning, and training in the use of materials between agencies. The aim is to develop expertise among personnel and produce graduates who are knowledgeable and capable of efficiently utilizing asphalt materials, thereby enhancing the nation’s sustainable development capabilities in the future.

This research collaboration is part of the joint MoU between Tipco Asphalt and the Department of Engineering at Chulalongkorn University

On July 23, 2024, Associate Professor Boonchai Sangpetngam, Ph.D., a faculty member of the Department of Civil Engineering at Chulalongkorn University, and Mr. Kitti Phattanavasin, Senior Manager – Customer Experience Management, a representative from Tipco Asphalt Public Limited Company, presented the prototype research project “The Utilization of Recycled Asphalt Concrete for Production of Pre-Mixed Asphalt Using Waste Palm Oil as an Asphalt Rejuvenator Formula” at the innovation project competition under the theme “Net Zero Paving: Solutions for Users.” This event was part of the อว. FAIR: SCI POWER FOR FUTURE THAILAND held at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, under Energy, Chemicals, and Biochemicals. The project was evaluated by the Program Management Unit for Competitiveness (PMUC). The collaborative research is set to span one year, with the aim of testing and designing the prototype product together.

This research collaboration is part of the joint MoU between Tipco Asphalt and the Department of Engineering at Chulalongkorn University, aligning with the core strategy “Value for the Future,” which aims to develop and elevate education and produce knowledgeable and skilled personnel to support national development and competitiveness sustainability.

Surat Thani factory CSR team held a discussion with the Director of the Phowai Community Health Center

On July 25, 2024, the Surat Thani factory CSR team held a discussion with the Director of the Phowai Community Health Center, part of the Surat Thani Hospital network, to plan training for the Safety Road for All and CPR projects for the community and schools under the Phowai urban community district. They also shared 70 boxes of Andrographis paniculata extract capsules to distribute to people using the healthcare services, to be used as a common household remedy and to help boost immune health. This initiative is part of promoting good health and wellness for the community.

Phitsanulok plant, carried out a CSR activity under the project to promote and improve the quality of life for disadvantaged people, under the “Zero Waste”

On July 3, 2024, Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited, Phitsanulok plant, carried out a CSR activity under the project to promote and improve the quality of life for disadvantaged people, under the “Zero Waste” activity at the Special Education Center, Educational Region 7, Phitsanulok Province. This project aimed to promote effective waste management in schools as a way to reduce waste at the source, resulting in less waste to be disposed of, creating benefits and added value from waste management using the 3Rs principle. Additionally, it helped promote the creation of an environmentally friendly society. A total of 15 employees participated in the activity, which involved improving the waste segregation area, setting up a wet waste bin for food scraps, and more.

The Phitsanulok plant also supported by donating 12 wet waste bins, 2 general waste bins, 2 recycling bins, and 2 hazardous waste bins. This project is ongoing, with 50% progress completed.

Open House Surat Thani Plant

On July 9, 2024, Tipco Asphalt Public Company Limited, Surat Thani Plant, hosted an Open House event to welcome stakeholders, government agencies, the community, customers, and business partners to visit and hear a presentation on the overall operations of the company. The presentation covered all three dimensions: Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG). The event aimed to build positive relationships with external agencies and the local community. During the Open House, stakeholders participated in a tree planting activity in the factory’s green area, contributing to increasing green space, enhancing biodiversity, and creating a learning resource for the community in the future.