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Amata Appoints Parnpree as Board Chairman to Lead Against Economic and Investment Challenges

Amata Appoints Parnpree as Board Chairman to Lead Against Economic and Investment Challenges

Matichon•Economy•1d ago

Reader Briefing

Amata Corporation has appointed Parnpree Bahiddhanukra as its new Board Chairman, succeeding Vikrom Kromadit, to navigate global economic and investment landscapes.

  • •Amata Corporation appointed Parnpree Bahiddhanukra as the new Chairman of the Board.
  • •The appointment was made during a board meeting on May 14, 2026, and is effective immediately.
  • •Vikrom Kromadit will continue in his role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
  • •This leadership change aims to strengthen Amata's competitiveness in global economic and investment challenges.

Overview

  • •On May 14, 2026, the Company's Board of Directors Meeting No. 4/2026 resolved to appoint Parnpree Bahiddhanukra.
  • •Parnpree Bahiddhanukra was appointed as Chairman of the Board, replacing Vikrom Kromadit who resigned.
  • •The leadership change is intended to drive Amata's growth amidst economic, social, environmental, and geopolitical changes, and to strengthen its competitive capabilities in global economic and investment challenges.
  • •Vikrom Kromadit will remain as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to focus on developing industrial estates domestically and internationally.
  • •Amata believes Parnpree Bahiddhanukra's experience in government and business will enhance strategic perspectives and competitiveness.
  • •The appointment is effective from May 14, 2026, onwards.
  • •The restructuring aims to build greater confidence among investors, stakeholders, and business partners, both domestically and internationally.
  • •Amata continues to focus on developing quality industrial estates, infrastructure, promoting investment, and balanced economic growth with an emphasis on ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance) under the vision of 'Future Industrial Cities'.

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Key Quotes

Vikrom Kromadit
"“Amata is entering a crucial period of business expansion and future industrial city development. Adjusting and structuring the executive team to be strong, capable of bringing diverse experiences to enhance business development potential and strategic decision-making, will build greater confidence with investors, stakeholders, and business partners both domestically and internationally.”"
“อมตะกำลังเข้าสู่ช่วงเวลาสำคัญของการขยายธุรกิจและการพัฒนาเมืองอุตสาหกรรมแห่งอนาคต การปรับ และวางโครงสร้างของคณะผู้บริหาร ให้มีความแข็งแกร่ง ที่สามารถนำความหลากหลายของประสบการณ์ มาช่วยเพิ่มศักยภาพในการพัฒนาธุรกิจ และการตัดสินใจเชิงกลยุทธ์ เพื่อให้เกิดความเชื่อมั่นกับนักลงทุน ผู้มีส่วนได้ส่วนเสีย และพันธมิตรทางธุรกิจทั้งในและต่างประเทศได้มากยิ่งขึ้น”

Key Entities

Organization

Amata Corporation Public Company Limited(อมตะ คอร์ปอเรชัน จำกัด (มหาชน))ℹ️
A Thai industrial estate developer that has appointed Parnpree Bahiddhanukra as its new Board Chairman.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs(รองนายกรัฐมนตรีและรัฐมนตรีว่าการกระทรวงการต่างประเทศ)
A former government position held by Parnpree Bahiddhanukra, highlighting his experience in public affairs and international relations.
PTT Public Company Limited(บริษัท ปตท. จำกัด (มหาชน))ℹ️
An organization where Parnpree Bahiddhanukra previously served as Chairman of the Board.

Person

Vikrom Kromadit(นายวิกรม กรมดิษฐ์)ℹ️
The former Chairman of Amata Corporation's Board and its current Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Parnpree Bahiddhanukra(นายปานปรีย์ พหิทธานุกร)ℹ️
The newly appointed Chairman of Amata Corporation's Board, formerly serving as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Timeline

May 29(29 พฤษภาคม)
The date on which the Chief Executive Officer of Amata Corporation, Vikrom Kromadit, made the announcement regarding the board changes.
May 14, 2026(14 พฤษภาคม 2026)
The date of the Company's Board of Directors Meeting No. 4/2026 and the effective date of Parnpree Bahiddhanukra's appointment as Chairman.