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Climate Change
Management

Challenges, Risks,

and Impacts

Climate change is a critical global concern, evident in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 13: Climate Action) and regularly addressed at the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP). 

Thailand is committed to achieving the long-term goal of Net Zero GHG Emissions by 2065. This commitment is accelerating efforts for both public and private sectors to manage greenhouse gas emissions more effectively through the drafting of the National Climate Change Act, or Global Warming Act, which will take effect soon. Additionally, there is a strong emphasis on national clean energy production and utilization to respond to the forthcoming changes in consumption patterns and stakeholder expectations in the energy sector. Thaioil Group has recognized these challenges and considers them as risks and opportunities for the Company to determine the most effective targets and long-term strategies.

Commitments and Targets

The Board of Directors and executive management of Thaioil Group and its subsidiaries have acknowledged the importance of steering future business towards a clean energy business and a low-carbon society. The Company has established a policy in alignment with the Paris Agreement and Thailand’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC).

The Company focuses on feasibility studies of new businesses, including high-value environmentally friendly products and process optimization for maximum efficiency. Moreover, the Company has determined tangible strategies and established long-term targets in line with national commitments.

Targets

GHG emission reductions (Scope 1 and 2)

2023 Target

-

Percent compared with base year

Long-term Target

15

Percent compared with the base year in 2026

GHG emissions (Scope 1 and 2)

2023 Target

Less than 3,460,000

Ton of carbon dioxide equivalents (tCO2e)

Long-term Target by 2050

Carbon Neutrality

Long-term Target by 2060

Net Zero GHG Emission

Management Approach

and Performance

Governance and Oversight

The Board of Directors conducts an annual review of corporate climate change strategies and adopts risk management process as a tool to assess climate change’s impact on future business operation. Climate risks are monitored on a quarterly basis. 

The Board also tracks climate-related key performance indicators including Energy Intensity Index and Greenhouse Gas Intensity, which are part of the Corporate Key Performance Indicators, to evaluate the performance of management executives and employees.

In 2023 strategic review, the Board endorsed the Net Zero GHG Emissions Pathway 2026–2060 and considered budget and investment approach in low carbon technology, such as studying the installation of Carbon Capture technology in production unit, studying Blue and Green Hydrogen business, and studying Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production.

The Board of Directors has assigned the Corporate Governance and Sustainability Committee (Board level) to oversee and monitor the progress on a semi-annually basis. The Sustainable Development Steering Committee (Executive level), chaired by the Chief Executive Officer and President, is assigned to drive the implementation, and monitor the progress on a quarterly basis. The management of Thaioil Group are responsible for managing implementation in line with the established strategy. The “Net Zero GHG Emissions Governance Structure” is established where the Vice President of the Sustainability Function is supervising overall management. The structure consists of Strategic Planning Function, Production Function, Business Development Function, Research and Development Function, Finance Function, and Corporate Social Responsibility Function. These functions are responsible in assessing climate-related risks and opportunities, including aligning their work as per the organizational climate strategy, developing action plans and Thaioil Group’s Net Zero GHG Emissions Pathway and Roadmap, and regularly reporting performances as well as risks and opportunities management to the committees.

Thaioil Group’s climate governance can be summarized as the followings:
Level
Roles and Accountabilities
Meeting Frequency
The Board of Directors
• Oversee the corporate climate change strategies, execution roadmap and performance.
As needed
The Corporate Governance and Sustainability Committee – Board level
• Define and review sustainability strategy, plan, and goals, which include climate related issues. • Oversee the setting of climate-related targets. • Oversee and monitor the development and implementation progress of corporate climate change strategies, roadmap, and climate-related key performances.
Semi-annually
The Sustainable Development Steering Committee – Executive level
• Drive the implementation, and monitor the progress of corporate climate change strategies, climate risks management and mitigating actions and the development of a climate transition plan. • Review and approve the annual sustainability material topics, including climate actions along with corporate sustainability strategies. • Review and endorse Thaioil Group’s Net Zero GHG Emissions Pathway, including the interim target to reduce GHG emissions by 15% by 2035 from the base year of 2026. This is consistent with Thaioil Group’s Carbon Neutrality target by 2050 and Net Zero GHG Emissions target by 2060. • Steer and support various internal functions to actively participate in integrating operations towards a sustainable organization across all ESG dimensions. This included approving key sustainable development plan to achieve Thaioil Group’s sustainability targets.
Quarterly
The “Net Zero GHG Emissions Governance Structure”
• Assess climate-related risks and opportunities, including aligning their work as per the organizational climate strategy, developing action plans and Thaioil Group’s Net Zero GHG Emissions Pathway and Roadmap, and regularly reporting performances as well as risks and opportunities management to the management, executives and Board committees.
As needed

The Transition Scenario Analysis

Climate Strategy

Thaioil Group defines the Net Zero GHG Emissions Strategy, known as the 3Cs strategies, with the details as follows:

Operational Approach and 2023 Progress for 3Cs Strategy

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Participation in trade associations to drive change

Thaioil Group collaborates with PTT Group, a leading energy company in Thailand, to study and brainstorm government laws and policies supporting Net Zero GHG Emissions under the PTT Group Net Zero Task Force (PTT G-NET) working team.

This working team consists of several sub-working groups to jointly study, advocate, and propose operational approaches to achieve the target. The approaches include Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS), the use of hydrogen as an alternative energy source, increasing production potential by utilizing renewable energy to replace fossil fuels, and engaging in reforestation initiatives for the benefits of carbon credits.

Furthermore, Thaioil Group has been a member of Thailand Carbon Neutral Network (TCNN) since 2021, aiming to actively engage in public policy regarding climate change. TCNN operates under the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (TGO) with the objective of creating a network among public and private sectors to advocate for public policies that support the Carbon Neutrality and Net Zero goal in Thailand’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC). Thaioil Group consistently reviews and monitors TCNN’s objectives related to climate movement regularly to ensure that Thaioil Group’s climate position and net zero commitment are aligned with TCNN. In case of any misalignment between TCNN and Thaioil Group’s position in climate change policy, the Company may reconsider its membership.

Climate-related Risk and Opportunity Management

Thaioil Group has evaluated the resilience of the Net Zero GHG Emissions Strategy through a scenario analysis, as well as the business impacts of each climate change scenario. The analysis of climate-related risks and opportunities was assessed for the years 2030, 2040, and 2050. According to the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosure (TCFD) recommendation, the analysis was conducted in 2 scenarios compared with the baseline scenario as described below:

The Transition Scenario Analysis

Thaioil Group assessed climate-related risks and opportunities by considering 4 factors, namely: regulatory; technological; market; and reputational. The two scenarios were assessed for the years 2030, 2040, and 2050 across the value chain, from upstream to downstream, as follows:

Stated Policies Scenario (STEPS)

This scenario represents a pathway that considers the current policies and targets announced by governments in alignment with the Nationally Determined Contributions under the Paris Agreement.

Sustainable Development Scenario (SDS)

This scenario represents a “well below 2°C” pathway achieved through transitioning into a low-carbon economy and meeting all current net zero pledges of the International Energy Agency (IEA).

Climate-related risks and opportunities by considering 4 factors

Regulatory Risk

Risk and Opportunity

Thailand’s commitment to GHG emission reduction at the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change is the factor that may affect current business operations and future investments. This may pose risks for production cost of Thaioil Group once new laws and regulations are enforced to drive the country towards net zero goals.
For example, the Draft of National Climate Change Act or Global Warming Act requires GHG emissions disclosure and actions toward national GHG emissions reduction target. Meanwhile, economic mechanisms, such as carbon taxes, and emission trading schemes, may be applied in the near future.

Besides, carbon pricing can pose a risk in upstream operation. Particularly, in the case that the origin country of crude oil suppliers mandates the carbon price. This could result in an increase of the Company’s raw material costs. In downstream operations, likewise, the risks of carbon pricing can be posed by the execution of the EU’s Carbon Boarder Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). This may impact the prices of some petrochemical products of the Company that is exported in the European market.

With these situations, the oil industry business might face challenges in adaptation. Also, the Company may encounter the risks on higher costs and long-term shift towards clean energy. However, the government initiatives present opportunities for the Thaioil Group to formulate its business strategy. For instance, if the government advocates or offers incentives for investing in clean energy ventures, such as hydrogen production or sustainable aviation fuel, it could facilitate Thaioil Group’s adaptation to change its business landscape.

Mitigation Measures

Closely monitoring the progress of regulatory enforcement.

Conducting Sensitivity Analysis for Carbon Pricing.

Joining membership of the greenhouse gas-related associations such as Thailand Carbon Neutral Network (TCNN) and Thailand Business Council for Sustainable Development (TBCSD) to monitor the regulatory enforcements and directions for the private sector.

Monitoring the impacts of carbon prices in case of transmission from crude oil suppliers and conducting appropriate sourcing strategies.

Result of

Financial Impact Assessment

More details of financial impact assessment for the Transition Scenario Analysis

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Key Risks

  1. Impact of carbon pricing: This results from the release of carbon dioxide equivalents emissions from the Company’s production processes. The scenario analysis has been conducted under the assumption that Thailand adopts the GHG Emission Trading Scheme (ETS), and the control capacity is referred to the volume of GHG emission by Thaioil Group for the year 2023. References to carbon prices for the years 2030 and 2050 in the Asian regions are based on the IEA World Energy Outlook 2021. 
  2. Impact of declining demands on the Company’s products from the shift to use alternative energy (Downstream): These results are based on the demands for oil products in ASEAN, referencing the IEA World Energy Outlook 2021.
  3. Impact of carbon pricing from the increasing crude oil price by crude oil suppliers (Upstream): These results are based on the assumption the crude oil suppliers are affected by carbon taxes and pass on the costs to the Company’s cost at 100%. 

The Physical Scenario Analysis

Thaioil Group assessed physical risks of both acute and chronic impacts from rising global temperature. The scenario analysis has been conducted for the years 2030, 2040, 2050 across supply chain, from upstream to downstream. Representative Concentration Pathways (RCPs), an internationally recognized climate model of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), has been applied in two scenarios as follows:

The RCP 2.6 scenario represents a stringent greenhouse gas reduction measure.

The RCP 8.5 scenario represents a rapid increase in greenhouse gas emissions.

Climate-related risks and opportunities by considering 2 factors

Water Scarcity

Risk

The most significant physical risk of Thaioil Group is water scarcity in the production process and investments in expansion projects, such as the Clean Fuel Project (CFP) and other future projects.
The water scarcity risk is classified as chronic impact because it is caused by the climate change that accelerate the water shortage and the economic expansion that increase water consumption demands, particularly in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), located in Eastern Region of Thailand. Thaioil Group recognizes the importance of being prepared to manage such risks to its operations, production, environment, and communities.
Thaioil Group has monitored and predicted water scarcity risks through water risk assessment, scenario analysis, and sensitivity analysis in situations where there are water shortages at various proportions within the production processes. The Enterprise Risk team regularly works together with Thaioil Group Water Management Working Committee to monitor such risks. The WRI Aqueduct Water Tools, an internationally recognized tool developed by the World Resource Institute, were adopted in the working processes. The Company also built a water management network with both government and non-government agencies, such as the PTT Group Water Committee in the Eastern region, Keyman Water War Room, and the Institute of Water and Environment for Sustainability (established under the Federation of Thai Industries), to create comprehensive water management and determine proactive measures. This helps reducing the potential risks in the production process and community as well as managing the risks in a timely manner.

Mitigation Measures

To balance between business interests and stakeholders’ expectations, Thaioil Group has agreed with government agencies to give importance to the community as the first priority during water shortages. This is to ensure the surrounding communities have adequate water irrigation for agriculture and consumption for their daily needs before any allocation to Thaioil Group. Furthermore, Thaioil Group has established a “Long-term Water Supply Strategy 2023–2033” to ensure water security and reduce the risk of water scarcity that may impact both business operations and future expansion projects. Thaioil Group’s water management is summarized as follows:

At the present, Thaioil Group uses two types of water. The seawater is processed to freshwater through the Thermal Desalination unit. The raw water is sourced from two different water distributors namely the Bang Phra Reservoir, which is operated by the Royal Irrigation Department, and the Nong Kho Reservoir, which is operated by the Eastern Water Resources Development and Management Public Company Limited. Both water distributors operate integrated water systems alongside Thaioil Group through aligning practices with government policies or the local context of shared water use in the area. This is to ensure adequate water supply within Thaioil Group’s production processes, such as the cooling tower system, demineralization for steam production, and other production processes. The Company consistently improves and monitors water quality to exceed the required standards before discharging into the environment. To further minimize the impacts on the ecosystem, the circular economy and 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) principles are adopted in water management to maximize the utilization efficiency.

There are ongoing feasibility study projects under the “Long-term Water Supply Strategy 2023–2033” as follows:

1. A study project on installing additional desalination units from six existing units. This project aims to increase the proportion of water consumption from seawater, which is considered an unlimited natural resource, to replace freshwater consumption, which is considered a limited natural resource.
2. A study project on the recycled wastewater from the water treatment plant.
3. A study project on reverse osmosis system for recycling wastewater.
4. A study project on Pattaya wastewater recycle to reuse wastewater in the urban communities.

Moreover, under construction project is as follows:

A raw water utilization project from the private pond

which has a high potential without any impacts on the water consumption of communities and farmers. This project aims to maximize resource consumption, diversify water supply management, and minimize water scarcity risks. Currently, the Company has already signed a contract to purchase raw water from the private sector, and it is under construction for a raw water delivery system along with a quality control system using Reverse Osmosis (RO). The project is expected to be completed and deliver water to Thai Oil Group by 2026.

Result of

Financial Impact Assessment

More details of financial impact assessment for the Physical Scenario Analysis

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Key Risk

  1. Impact of water shortage: In case that the government sector reduces water supply to the Company by 10%, the Company must align its investments with the Long-term Water Supply Strategy. The Company is required to consider increasing the volume of freshwater from private sources and freshwater production from seawater by the Thermal Desalination Unit. Additionally, the Company needs to prepare the water reservation plan in appropriate areas to provide adequate water in the production process. However, these measures could increase production cost. 
  2. Impact of offshore cyclone events: The Company’s revenue could decline from the cyclone event, particularly in the case that the Company is unable to deliver the products through marine freight during the offshore cyclone event. Also, pre and post-cyclone events could disrupt the production process. In the pre-cyclone event, the Company must ensure worker safety and prevent damage to machinery and equipment. In the post-cyclone event, workplace inspections need to be conducted before operating the business as usual.

2023

Performances

To achieve Thaioil Group’s Net Zero GHG Emissions target, the Company has implemented projects to reduce the direct GHG emissions in the production process. The performance of Thaioil Group in 2023 is outlined as follows:

Reduction of Direct Greenhouse Gas Emissions (Scope 1)

(Scope 1)

Thaioil Group has implemented projects to decrease GHG emissions in production processes through the Energy Intensity Index (EII). The Company has invested in 39 energy efficiency improvement projects, resulting in a GHG reduction of over 28,985 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2e)
Thaioil Group has conducted a feasibility study to reduce GHG emissions at its source, namely The Assessment of the Carbon Footprint of Products for TOP Refinery in Business-to-Business (B2B). The project has assessed GHG emissions from raw material procurement and production processes to the shipping at the factory gate. The GHG data from 2022 to 2023 was used as the base year for calculating the Carbon Footprint of Products, which was certified by the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (Public Organization) or TGO. Thaioil Group plans to extend the scope of the Carbon Footprint of Products to its subsidiaries, Thai Lubes Base Co., Ltd. (TLB), using data from 2023, and in 2024, the project received certification for registration from the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (TGO). However, the Thai Oil Group has planned to expand the scope of the carbon footprint study to include products from Thai Paraxylene Co., Ltd. and Labix Co., Ltd., continuing with data from 2024.
Furthermore, Thaioil Group has implemented renewable energy projects to support the GHG reduction of Thaioil Group and the national GHG emissions reduction targets. The completed activities are outlined as follows:

Solar Rooftop at Thaioil’s Buildings Project

Thaioil Group has participated in the Thailand Voluntary Emission Reduction Program (T-VER), organized by the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (Public Organization) under the project “Solar Rooftop at Thaioil’s Buildings.”

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239-MW Combined Cycle Co-Generation Power Plant Project

Thaioil Group has participated in the Thailand Voluntary Emission Reduction Program (T-VER) organized by the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (Public Organization) under the project “239-MW

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Energy Efficiency Improvement Projects

The Low Emission Supporting Scheme (LESS) project, implemented through energy conservation activities aimed at improving energy efficiency within the Thai Oil Group

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With the GHG management described above, Thaioil Group has controlled methane emissions at the set target. A significant portion of methane emissions originates from the same source as the other greenhouse gases.

The Thai Oil Group has set long-term, medium-term, and annual targets. The annual targets are evaluated based on the energy consumption of the business plan for each year. Through the implementation of energy efficiency improvement projects in the production process in 2024, the Thai Oil Group is expected to achieve its greenhouse gas emissions target for Scope 1, as outlined, as follows:

Reduction of Indirect Greenhouse Gas Emissions (Scope 2)

Thaioil Group has indirect greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 2) from the purchased electricity with the total of 30,753 ton carbon dioxide equivalents (tCO2e) or 0.88% of greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and 2), which meets the target for greenhouse gas emissions under Scope 2, set at no more than 90,000 tons of CO2 equivalent. 

Since 2023, we expanded our reporting boundary to include indirect greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 2). As Sriracha operations is accounted significant with emissions utilities, and office in Sriracha, enhanced by our increased use of renewable energy, including electricity purchased from TSB and EBC’s solar rooftop.

https://www.thaioilgroup.com/en/sustainability/climate-strategy/

Reduction of Indirect Greenhouse Gas Emissions (Scope 3)

Indirect GHG management (Scope 3) from Thaioil Group’s supply chain is summarized as follows:

Studied and created opportunities to increase the value of waste disposed to landfill. The 3Rs method were adopted to control and reduce GHG emissions. In 2024, Thaioil Group successfully maintained zero waste to landfill performance against the set target.

Conducted risks assessment and developed plans to minimize ocean loss during the transportation. The product loading system through pipeline was also designed by the Energy and Loss Committee to reduce GHG emissions from the production and transportation system both land and sea.

Promoted the procurement of environmentally friendly products and services from partners. Moreover, the Company organized “Thaioil CE WE GO (Thaioil Circular Economy) project” to increase waste value through upcycling initiatives, such as upcycling plastic waste into QSHE shirts for employees and contractors, upcycling food waste into fertilizer, and others.

Sold the low-carbon products to reduce downstream GHG emissions of users from gasohol, biodiesel, and bioethanol.

In 2024, Thaioil Group had 5 green product categories, and 14 types of environmentally friendly products as follows:
Green Product Category
Product Sold by Thaioil Group
Company
Sales Value (Million THB)
Sales Volume
Bio-based product
Ethanol from cassava
Thaioil Ethanol Company Limited (TET)
1,715.70
56.40 million litres
Ethanol 99.5% (from cassava and corn)
TOPNEXT International Company Limited (TX)
1.79
41.69 tons
Biodegradable Product
Linear Alkyl Benzene (LAB)
LABIX Company Limited (LABIX)
7,633.46
150,437.71 tons
Heavy Alkyl Benzene (HAB)
76.59
2,197.27 tons
Compostable Product
Cleaning products (KEEEN)
TOPNEXT International Company Limited (TX)
0.61
3.50 tons
Products that reduce emissions released to the environment (Emission Reduction)
Benzene-free solvents, including:
TOPNEXT International Company Limited (TX)
– TOPSol BF: Benzene Free
51.60
1,038.58 tons
– Xylene (Isomer): Low Ethylbenzene
1,108.31
32,737.58 tons
– Methyl Cyclohexane (MCH)
TOP Solvent (Vietnam) Limited liability Company (TSV)
2.88
53.32 tons
Solvents with low concentration of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (TOPSol A 150 ND: Low PAHs)
TOPNEXT International Company Limited (TX)
44.69
678.14 tons
Rubber oils (TDAE, TRAE, AROS) with PCA content below the international limit-thus non-carcinogenic and does not cause genetic mutation in humans.
Thai Lube Base Public Company Limited (TLB)
2,922.23
89,675.00 tons
Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (LSFO or Fuel Oil IMO) with sulfur content at 0.5% or below
Thai Oil Public Company Limited (TOP)
2,885.66
152.83 million litres
Products with lower GHG emissions than products of the same group in the market (Avoided GHG Emission Product)
Cyclopentane CP80 and CP97, which are agents that can replace use of CFCs and HCFCs
TOPNEXT International Company Limited (TX)
14.92
194.90 ตัน
Gasohol
Thai Oil Public Company Limited (TOP)
45,209.92
1,434.66 million litres
Biodiesel
122,554.67
4,535.29 million litres

Download Documents

Operational Approach and 2023 Progress for 3Cs Strategy

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Thaioil's Physical Risk Report

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Thaioil's Transition Risk Report

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Thaioil Greenhouse Gas Emission Performance and Target 2023

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2023 Assurance Statement of Third Party Verification for Greenhouse Gas Scope 3

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Update : February 2024 

Solar Rooftop at Thaioil’s Buildings Project

Thaioil Group has participated in the Thailand Voluntary Emission Reduction Program (T-VER), organized by the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (Public Organization) under the project “Solar Rooftop at Thaioil’s Buildings.” The project has been completely applied in the Engineering Building Center, Thaioil Sriracha Building, and Laboratory. The purpose is to promote the use of renewable energy and the GHG reduction. In 2024, the total production capacity of solar cells is 1MWp, which has been assessed and received a certified carbon credit for the first year with over 554 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2e).

239-MW Combined Cycle Co-Generation Power Plant project

Thaioil Group has participated in the Thailand Voluntary Emission Reduction Program (T-VER) organized by the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (Public Organization) under the project “239-MW Combined Cycle Co-Generation Power Plant” located in the Sriracha District, Chonburi Province, operated by TOP SPP Company Limited. The project successfully passed the assessment and has been received certified carbon credits from 2020 to 2024. The accumulated carbon credit is a total of 1,674,618 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2e).

Low Emission Supporting Scheme (LESS) project

The Low Emission Supporting Scheme (LESS) project, implemented through energy conservation activities aimed at improving energy efficiency within the Thai Oil Group, involves the selection of four energy efficiency improvement projects. These include: reducing fuel consumption by increasing the inlet air temperature to the furnace of the Hydrotreater Unit 2 at Thai Oil Public Company Limited; reducing energy usage by replacing the catalyst in the Sulfur Recovery and Sweetening Unit (HFU Catalyst Replacement) at Thai Lubes Base Public Company Limited; reducing electricity consumption by using variable speed motors for compressors in the Xylene Rerun Unit at Thai Paraxylene Co., Ltd.; and optimizing fuel consumption in the Unionfining Unit at Labix Co., Ltd. The execution of these projects is expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by over 2,145 tons of CO2 equivalent (tCO2e).

Embeds good corporate governance

Embeds good corporate governance, business ethics, and anti-corruption principles since the first day of employment. The Company integrates the principles into the orientation program for new employees and shared the CG handbook through the CG Reporting system. As a result, 100% of new employees acknowledged and participated in the trainings.

Organized knowledge sharing sessions to customers both in online and on-site presentations with various topics

Organized knowledge sharing sessions to customers both in online and on-site presentations with various topics such as Fundamental of Refinery Process and Business & Refinery Overview. This aims to enhance customers’ knowledge and understanding of the oil refinery industry and market.

Organized “Safety and Happy Hours” activity for drivers in 2024

Organized “Safety and Happy Hours” activity for drivers in 2024 to raise awareness on safety during product pickups for customer groups working at fuel stations, transport coordinators, ticket room staff, and other related units.

Organized cultural promotion activities through the “Cultural Activity” project.

Organized cultural promotion activities through the “Cultural Activity” project. The activity of this project aims to enhance the learning about national history and art together with customers at the Chao Sam Phraya National Museum, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province.

Thaioil Innovation Awards 2024

Innovation Talk

Invited external speakers with expertise in innovation to share knowledge to employees. Notable speakers included Ajarn Thongchai Rojkangsadal from the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University; Mr. Thana Slanvetpan, General Manager of AI and Robotics Ventures Co., Ltd.; Mr. Nattapat Thanesvorakul, a corporate innovation assessment consultant from RISE Accel Co., Ltd.; and Mr. CK Cheong, CEO of Fastwork Technologies Co., Ltd. In 2024, a total of 4 sessions were held with 15% increase in employee participation compared to the previous year. Moreover, the overall satisfaction level improved from 93 to 94 out of 100. There were many employees participating in each session reflecting to consistently positive response from them.

TOP BCG Updates

Prepared public relations materials in the form of monthly emails to enhance knowledge on BCG, a new economic model of the Thai government focusing on the three economic systems – Bio-Economy, Circular Economy, and Green Economy. The examples of contents involve electric vehicles, hydrogen energy, and other innovations for reducing global temperatures. In 2024, the overall satisfaction level was at an excellent level (97 out of 100).

TOP Innovation E-newsletter

Prepared the public relations media through weekly emails distributed to all Thaioil Group’s employees. The content will focus on promoting creativity, out-of-the-box thinking, and a growth mindset to cultivate the qualification of quality innovators and to build awareness of the importance of innovation in the present era. As a result, these activities have created good momentum and feedback for the Company. In 2024, the Company disseminated a total of 39 TOP Innovation E-newsletters with over 24,707 readers. Meanwhile, the readers’ satisfaction score was at an excellent level (97 out of 100).

Innovation and Learning Day 2024

Innovation Failure Challenge activity

Innovation Roadshow activity

Innovation Idea Challenge activity

Generating New Actionable Ideas through Change Agent SME
Idea Facilitation & LO Inspirer Workshop

Organized a workshop activity to develop the change agent by choosing the representatives from selected functions. The groups of change agents will be developed with the full knowledge, skills, and tools, to facilitate them to create innovation culture and invent new ideas within their functions.

CEO Townhall and Management Meeting

rganized a communication activity to encourage communication between the CEO and all employees to emphasize the Company’s direction, strategy, plans, and performance. This activity helps to ensure that employees understand and are aware of the top management’s commitment to bring changes to the Company and all employees. In addition, the progress of the Innovation Culture Awareness project will be regularly reported in the Company’s top management meetings to stimulate them to foster an innovation culture among employees.

Building Innovation Culture Awareness through Top
Management Workshop (Management Outing Workshop)

Organized a workshop activity for top management to be the leading change makers. This aims to create Innovation Culture Awareness for employees in their line or function through the core behavior of “Lead to Innovation Culture.” In addition, the workshop fosters them to exchange their experiences with external speakers on innovation creation, communication, and practices to apply the i-LEAD behavior as a role model.

Teach for Thailand Project

Objective

To develop potential changemaker teachers to serve as teaching assistants for middle school students.

Project Type

Teach for Thailand Project

Performances 2024

Thaioil Group has allocated budgets to develop teachers to be changemakers for the sixth consecutive year. In 2024, the Company funded two teaching assistants for science and mathematics subjects in junior high school at Wat Mano Rom School, Sriracha District, Chonburi Province, which is located close to the Thaioil refinery. This project was conducted for one year and achieved positive performance evaluations, including:
1. Taught a total of 489 students in science and mathematics subjects during the 2024 academic year.
2. Compared to the average post-test score (28.51) and the average pre-test score (27.57) in the first semester, there was an increase in the student’s academic performance, personality traits, and essential skills. Furthermore, it also found that changemakers fostered and developed student’s personality traits in terms of perseverance, growth mindset, and the ownership of their learning. Similarly, they also contributed to and improved student’s essential skills, consisting of critical thinking, collaboration, and self-awareness.
3. Adopted technologies in the teaching materials, such as videos, board games, and online programs. This resulted in the students’ development and foster positive attitude towards the studied subject through demonstrating the ability to answer questions, classify examples, and collaborate well in team with their classmates.
4. Majority of the students recognized the dedication and significant development in work performance of changemaker teachers.
5. The school director and staff were satisfied with the teaching performance of the changemakers. Their overall satisfaction score was 9.1 out of 10. Furthermore, 92 percent of respondents acknowledged that the changemakers were competent and possessed appropriate characteristics for performing the work in challenging contexts. Moreover, changemakers regularly exchange their knowledge with the students.

PTT Group Model School Project and CONNEXT ED Project

Objective

To support basic education and develop leaders in the educational sector, to become a significant force driving education through knowledge exchange, learning, and the development of schools with school executives.

Project Type

PTT Group Model School Project and CONNEXT ED Project

Performances 2024

In 2024, Thaioil Group conducted various activities under the PTT Group Model School and CONNEXT ED projects:
1. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Readiness Program: This program aims to encourage learning and provide knowledge for supporting the understanding of youth in Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology and the Internet of Things. Moreover, it also aims to encourage youth to recognize the importance of technology, including its impact on the nation’s development in terms of economy, society, education, and culture. As well as this project was also expected to inspire the next generation to pursue studies in science and technology, with the purpose of developing expertise in AI and IoT, which are the key drivers for the country’s future technological advancement. There are 2 schools under CONNEXTED project, with 6 participants.
2. Thaioil Group Volunteer Spirit Program aims to promote the employees to engage in volunteer activities by providing waste separation knowledge and participating in football, futsal, table tennis, and volleyball clinics for students in the communities surrounding the refinery.

Forest Planting Project for the benefits of Carbon Credits

Objective

To support the forest restoration and conservation target, which can extend Thailand’s green areas and reduce greenhouse gas emissions through enhancing carbon dioxide sequestration, coupled with improving the quality of life for communities surrounding the target forest areas.

Project Type

Forest Planting Project for the benefits of Carbon Credits

Performances 2024

Thaioil Group implemented reforestation projects for carbon credit benefits, covering a total of 8,656.22 rai as the following detail.
1. 8,300 rai of terrestrial forest in Phrae Province in collaboration with the Royal Forest Department.
2. 356.22 rai of mangrove forest in Chon Buri and Trang Provinces in collaboration with the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources.

These projects were expected to capture 88,000 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent over the 10-year project period and enhance biodiversity by selecting and planting local tree species in target forest areas.

In addition, to continue the implementation of reforestation and forest conservation, Thaioil Group has also supported the establishment of 4 community enterprises, which it does not only aim to distribute local incomes and encourage community economy, but it also aims to enhance the knowledge regarding to forest conservation. Furthermore, the Company also supports improving local quality of life through promoting job creation and advocating in educational, social, and cultural development in the communities.

Thaioil CE WE GO Project: Promoting Circular Economy Values

Objective

To raise awareness of energy and environmental conservation among employees and foster positive coexistence behaviors within the organization.

Project Type

Thaioil CE WE GO Project: Promoting Circular Economy Values

Performances 2024

In 2024, Thaioil Group conducted activities under the “Thaioil CE WE GO” project, as follows:

1. Organized 2 sessions of Green Office training for the Auditorium Building and the Thaioil Health and Learning Center, with the aim of preparing for registration of Green Office certification with the Pollution Control Department for both buildings in 2025. 
2. Conducted a study tour project with 10 representative households and the Ban Na Kao community committee by visiting the waste management model community project in Rayong Province.

Thaioil CE School Model Project

Objective

To raise awareness and contribute knowledge with communities and society on the importance of the Circular Economy (CE) and relevant topics.

Project Type

Thaioil CE School Model Project

Performances 2024

Thaioil Group organized activities to provide knowledge and raise awareness of waste management and circular economy management for students from kindergarten to elementary level in three schools, namely Boonjitwitthaya School, Laemchabang 1 Municipality School, and Laemchabang 2 Municipality (Foundation Tailong – Cheng Phonprapha) School in Chon Buri province. The waste management activities were conducted through four learning practices, including waste segregation, composting from food scraps, recycling used vegetable oil, and converting waste into income. From 2022 to 2024, these schools joined in this project have collected a total of 12,240.24 kg of recycled waste, or equal to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 27,725 kg of carbon dioxide equivalent. In addition, the Company regularly monitors the progress and takes the knowledge of this project to further develop other related activities.

"Waste To Value”

Objective

To raise the awareness of waste segregation and recycling among students with the purpose of encouraging youth to understand the importance of environmental care. Moreover, it also aims to support effective plastic waste management to reduce waste in schools and create a clean and sustainable environment.

Project Type

“Waste To Value”

Performances 2024

Thaioil Group has added value to the “Thaioil Run For the Green Future 2024” event held in February 2024 to reduce plastic waste in schools and raise environmental awareness among youth. As a result, the Company has provided plastic bottle segregation equipment to eight schools in the Laem Chabang area. These schools encouraged students to participate in waste segregation and plastic recycling. Those recycled plastics were sent to the Company for proper recycling. However, students can exchange those collected plastic bottles to useful items such as socks, school supplies, sports uniforms, and cleaning equipment. This project was expected to reduce the financial burden on parents and schools.

Youth Environmental Conservation Project: reviving waste into new life (TOP GREEN X)

Objective

To enhance understanding and awareness of environmental problems, especially the impacts of plastic waste on nature and ecosystems, as well as motivate behaviors that reduce, avoid, or stop the use of single-use plastics.

Project Type

Youth Environmental Conservation Project: reviving waste into new life (TOP GREEN X)

Performances 2024

Thaioil Group has collaborated with the Faculty of Science, Department of Environmental Science and Technology at Kasetsart University, Sriracha Campus, to organize an activity on recycling waste into brooms. This activity provided the knowledge on waste management and the characteristics of different types of waste, involving creating brooms from plastic bottles. The purpose of this activity was to foster environmental awareness among youth, with a total of 70 youths who participated in the activity.

Aquatic Species Project in collaboration with the fishery communities

Objective

To restore the marine and coastal ecosystems and resources to a state of abundance.

Project Type

Aquatic Species Project in collaboration with the fishery communities

Performances 2024

Thaioil Group actively supported the release of aquatic species in fishery communities of Ban Ao Udom, aiming to restore marine and coastal ecosystems and natural resources. This project was expected to increase the population and biodiversity of marine species, contributing to the ecological balance of the Ao Udom Bay. In 2024, the Company participated in releasing aquatic species such as white shrimp broodstock, juvenile blue swimming crabs, and squid during various important festivals. In addition, the Company also participated in the beach clean-up activities around coastal communities.

Educational Project

Objective

To provide educational opportunities for youth in Laem Chabang City Municipality and Si Racha District, while empowering them to develop their potential and contribute to society as key drivers of the country’s future development.

Project Type

Educational Project

Performances 2024

Thaioil Group provided 252 scholarships to primary, secondary, vocational, and university students who behaved well and were diligent in their studies. Additionally, the Company also provided 11 educational funds under the Thaioil Group fund to educational institutions, which are located in Laem Chabang City Municipality and Si Racha District. This fund has a total contribution amounting to 1,900,000 THB. Additionally, this fund is part of an annual program that Thaioil Group has consistently implemented to support education and foster academic excellence.

Community Economic Support Project

Objective

To enhance community capabilities through job creation projects in the Si Racha District at the Community Health and Education Center.

Project Type

Community Economic Support Project

Performances 2024

In 2024, Thaioil Group conducted community economic development activities as part of the Community Economic Promotion Project. The activities include:

1. Collaborated with the Faculty of Management Sciences at Kasetsart University Sriracha Campus to develop community products from local raw materials. This project aimed to add value and elevate the quality of community products to meet the standards. Moreover, the Company also participated in an open-house academic event with the Faculty of Management Sciences at Kasetsart University Sriracha Campus. The purpose of this event was to showcase the development of aromatic candle products, emphasizing the development process and the unique qualities of the products with an emphasis on innovation and value creation from natural materials.
2. Organized a workshop on creating the gift sets of aromatic candles by using slack wax, which is a product of Thai Lube Base Public Company Limited, as its raw material. The Company also conducted modern entrepreneurship 2024 courses, consisting of making alms coins, composting food waste, and fat decomposition by foam courses. In addition, courses on modern entrepreneurship for 2024 were provided, including lessons on making alms coins and composting food waste into fertilizer using innovative methods. These workshops aimed to generate income for communities surrounding the refinery, with over 50 participants attending.

100,000 km. Walk and Run Project

Objective

To encourage communities to engage in walking and running activities to enhance their physical health. The Company also shared healthcare knowledge for participants to apply to themselves as well as their families.

Project Type

100,000 km. Walk and Run Project

Performances 2024

Thaioil Group invited the community surrounding the refinery to engage in physical activity through walking and running, with a goal to collectively achieve 100,000 kilometers. Participants recorded their distances using the “Step Counter” application. Additionally, there were a total of 175 participants taking part in the activity, with two scheduled follow-up events at the Thaioil Health and Learning Center for the Community to monitor progress.

Dental Health Promotion Project for Schools Around Thaioil Group

Objective

To promote oral health for students.

Project Type

Dental Health Promotion Project for Schools Around Thaioil Group

Performances 2024

Thaioil Group has provided dental services, including oral health check-ups, fillings, extractions, fissure sealants, fluoride coatings, and tartar removal. The initiative aims to promote cavity prevention and enhance oral health for a total of 4,520 students in grades 1 to 6 across eight schools in the Thaioil Group’s surrounding communities.

Project to Support Victims of Natural Disasters

Objective

To help and support the victims of  natural disasters in collaboration with the PTT Group.

Background

Thaioil Group has collaborated with the PTT Group to proactively aid affected individuals and alleviate the suffering of people affected by various natural disasters.

Approach

1. Monitor natural disaster situations throughout the country.
2. Provide assistance within the Company’s operational areas.
3. Coordinate with PTT Public Company Limited to extend assistance to areas outside of the Company’s operational areas.

Performance 2024

Thaioil Group has collaborated with the PTT Group to prepare and donate over 20,800 survival bags containing essential supplies, drinking water, and necessary medicines to flood-affected residents in Phrae, Nan, Sukhothai, Phayao, Phitsanulok, Nong Khai, Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat provinces.

The “You Initiate… We Fulfil” Project: Year 4

Objective

To promote values that encourage employees to engage in volunteer-based social activities and build the reputation of Thaioil Group as an organization that helps society.

Background

Employees with extensive experience and expertise are the cornerstone of the Thaioil Group’s operation. Meanwhile, those employees also adhere to and comply with the “Volunteerism” value. Consequently, Thaioil Volunteer Project, called “You Initiate… We Fulfil”, was first initiated in November 2020 to support this value and commemorate the Company’s 60th anniversary. In this year, the “You Initiate… We fulfil” Project Year 4 was organized to prolong Thaioil Group’s volunteerism.

Approach

1. Publicize the projects during March to July 2024
2. Provide the opportunity for employees to execute this project during March to December 2024
3. The Company allocates a budget of 30,000 – 100,000 THB per function for volunteer activities.

Performance 2024

Thaioil Group commits to stimulate and embed a sense of volunteerism among its employees in accordance with the Company’s core value of “Social Responsibility.” As a result, the Company has implemented the “You Initiate…We Fulfil” project for the fourth consecutive year to invite executives, employees and contractors to engage in community service activities. In 2024, the project was operated under the concept of “Team Spirit+.” The executive management encourage employees and contractors within their department to participate in social activities with their knowledge, expertise, and physical and mental strength. Currently, Thaioil Group has contributed 30,000-100,000 THB per function to support the cost of materials and equipment used in such activities. In this year, there are total of 30 departments participated in the project, amounting to a total budget of 1,000,000 THB. This budget was utilized to organize CSR activities for schools, charities, communities, and others.

Sustainable Energy for Healthcare and Education

Objective

To strengthen the stability of electricity energy for public health agency and educational institution, aiming to enhance the efficiency of services provided to the public and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Background

Thaioil Group has utilized its engineering knowledge and expertise, which includes energy management experience, to execute solar power generation system installations for public health agencies and educational institutions since 2018. The project aims to encourage public health agencies and educational institutions to access alternative energy, reduce electricity costs, reinvest the savings into social initiatives, coupled with the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

Approach

1. Study the potential and suitability of the target areas.
2. Prepare a report of feasibility and investment cost-effectiveness analysis, including Social Return on Investment (SROI), in collaboration with the project consultants.
3. Propose the project and its budget for approval
4. Select supplier who will install solar power generation system for screened public health agencies and educational institutions
5. Deliver the completed project
6. Continuously monitor and evaluate the project, as well as apply for permits (in case the solar power system has to connect with the Provincial Electricity Authority’s transmission network).

2024 Performance

In 2024, solar power generation systems were installed at 6 hospitals, community health centers, and Border Patrol Police Schools, with a total capacity of 94 kW. The implementation of this project resulted in an annual savings of 900,000 THB. The savings from reduced electricity costs were used to purchase medical equipment, improve healthcare system services for patients and at-risk groups with non-communicable diseases (NCDs), and provide educational opportunities for schools in remote areas. Additionally, this project was also able to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, resulting in a reduction of 51 tons of carbon dioxide emissions per year.

Project for mitigating the oil spill impacts

Objective

To provide relieve to those who are affected by the crude oil spill and to rehabilitate natural resources, and biodiversity.

Background

Due to the occurrence of an oil spill from the crude oil transfer at the Single Buoy Mooring (SBM-2), Thaioil Group has implemented measures to mitigate the impacts of those who are affected while rehabilitating natural resources and biodiversity in the affected area.

Approach

1.Establish a working team to manage complaints and provide relief to those who are affected and distressed.
2. Visit the affected area to understand and address the challenges faced by those who are affected.
3. Define transparent criteria and conditions to provide support under a fair and appropriate framework while providing financial assistance to those who are affected.
4. Formulate rehabilitation working team to develop comprehensive plan and scope of the rehabilitation of marine and coastal natural resources and biodiversity.

Performance 2024

After the deadline for receiving complaints from affected individuals, the Company recorded a total of 905 complaints. Over 80% of individual who filed complaints received financial assistance, totaling approximately 58 million THB. In addition, the Company has appointed a rehabilitation working team to develop comprehensive plan and scope for rehabilitating marine and coastal natural resources and biodiversity in the affected areas through gathering opinions from academicians, government agencies, affected individuals, independent organizations, and various NGOs. Moreover, the Company also collaborated with relevant government agencies that the Company is currently in the process of considering in the next step of proper implementation on this mitigation.

Laem Chabang Youth Training for Jump Rope Championship Project

Objectives

1. To encourage youth to engage in physical exercise, enhancing their bone mass, muscle strength, and reducing the risks of heart disease for improved physical health.
2. Encourage youth to exercise with jumping rope for using free time beneficially

Background

Thaioil Group has initiated the “Laem Chabang Youth Training for Jump Rope Championship Project” in collaboration with the Heart Foundation of Thailand Office under the Royal Patronage since 2011. This project aims to support and encourage physical activity among youth from 8 schools within Laem Chabang City Municipality. Furthermore, the project has contributed to the schools’ and the municipality’s reputation through participation in the Royal Trophy competitions organized by the Jump Rope Association of Thailand.

Approach:

1. Organize a meeting with the school director and physical education teachers from the 8 schools surrounding the refinery in Laem Chabang City Municipality, including Wat Mai Noen Phayom school, Wat Manorom school, Wat Laemchabang School, Baanchakyaichin school, Laemchabang 1 Municipality school, Laemchabang 2 Municipality school, Wat Ban Na (Fin Witthayakom), and Boonjitwitthaya School.
2. Plan the project and propose its budget for approval.
3. Conduct a training camp to develop the skills and potential of jump rope athletes, aiming to select participants for the national-level Royal Trophy competition.
4. Foster new youth athletes to participate in jump rope competitions with the purpose of enhancing the reputation of Laem Chabang City Municipality.

Performance 2024

1. Supported athletes to participate in the 2nd Jump Rope Championship competition for the Newcomer category in June 2024, at the Prachaniwet Sport Center, Bangkok. As a result, they won a total of 4 gold medals, 10 silver medals, and 4 bronze medals. Additionally, Boonjitwitthaya School also won 4 royal trophies of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn and achieved the second-highest overall score.
2. Implemented the 2024 Skill Development for Jump Rope Champions Project to qualify and train athletes from eight participating schools, located near Thaioil, for national-level Royal Trophy competitions.
3. Supported over 60 local youth athletes to join the 15th Thailand’s National Jump Rope Competition on November 30 to December 1, 2024, at the Kasetsart Gymnasium. This aims to strengthen youth health and encourage productive use of free time.
4. Local jump rope athletes from Laem Chabang area were selected to be the representative of Thailand at the Jump Rope China Open 2024 in Huaibei, the People’s Republic of China. As a result, the young athletes won 2 gold medals, 1 silver medal, and 4 bronze medals. This significant achievement brough recognition to both the nation and Laem Chabang City Municipality.

The Responses to COVID-19 Pandemic Situation

  • Implemented the COVID-19 surveillance plan covering 3 phases. In Phase 0, or no infected cases, the prevention and surveillance measure will be emphasized. Phase 1 begins when there are suspected or infected cases in Thaioil Group but no impacts on business operations. The Company will then focus on controlling and limiting the spread of the virus. Phase 2 refers to the large number of infected cases in Thaioil Group and creating impacts on business operations. In this case, Thaioil Group will focus on relieving and recovering while the Emergency Control and Business Continuity Center will be activated.

Safety Knowledge Sharing and Engagement

  • Enhanced knowledge, capabilities, and skills of employees and contractors through a safety training center to provide knowledge on safety theory and practice. the Company also evaluated the capability of the employees and contractors, who performed safety-related tasks, and had a continuous Permit to Work System from the previous year. Meanwhile, the roles in emergency and crisis management were also assessed through the Competency Assurance System.
  • Upgraded safety culture in the workplace through Behavior Based Safety (BBS) training program. The BBS training course was designed to train the targeted employees (Train for the Trainers) in order to disseminate knowledge and act as role models for the other employees and contractors. Consequently, safety behavior will be observed, and the operation will be halted, particularly when unsafe conditions arise.
  • Provided training on the Permit to Work System and Clearance Certificate Signatory for those who are involved in performing duties in the work permit system.
  • Organized the “30-60-90 Days with No Harm, No Leak” to strongly emphasize and simulate employees and contractors, raising awareness of safety in the workplace. The goal is to achieve zero Medical Treatment Case (MTC).
  • Organized Thaioil Group QSHE Day 2023 to promote the safety culture for the employees and contractors by awarding and certifying those who have outstanding 2023 QSHE performance. The Company also organized exhibition booths to provide employees and contractors with safety knowledge and awareness.
  • Incorporated Line of Fire into the 12 Life Saving Rule in accordance with the International Association of Oil & Gas Producers (IOGP) guideline.
  • Raised awareness of potential hazards, such as the line of fire, and strictly ensured compliance with the 12 life-saving rules. The Company also encouraged workers to submit Potential Incident Report (PIR), emphasizing the significance of unsafe act and condition as specified in the pre-incident prevention measure.
  • Developed a Contractor Training Matrix to ensure that contractors, who perform the work in operational areas of Thaioil Group, have the suitable knowledge and skills relevant to their job positions.
  • Conducted training and knowledge sharing on safety, occupational health, and workplace environment for new employees and contractors. This aims to build awareness of basic risks and hazards in Thaioil Group’s operational areas, to recognize and understand the safety measures, and to mitigate risks in operations. The training courses include basic safety in refinery, basic firefighting, safety in confined space, and first aid.
  • Conducted specific safety knowledge training for employees and contractors to improve operational effectiveness, ensure safety, and comply with safety requirements. For instance, Authorized Engineer/Authorized Gas Safety Inspector (AE/AGSI) course, Clearance Certificate Signatory course, Authorized Gas Tester course, and electricity safety course.
  • Thaioil Group consistently prioritizes on a proactive strategy. The Company elevated the Management Walk and Talk activity to GEMBA Walk. The management executives conducted a site visit to inspect key activities by engaging in conversations with specific questions. This aims to create mutual understandings and to recommend safety practices in the activities that may pose risks on personal and process safety. The QSHE Rollout activity has been consistently organized with a focus on providing more accessibility. In addition, the campaign to raise awareness about quality, security, safety, and the environment for workers in all operational areas has been expanded to include all operational areas and encourage worker engagement. Moreover, Thaioil Group has applied appropriate management systems to achieve the sustainable development. The performance of such activities is regularly reported and discussed with the management executives for resolutions. Likewise, the annual management review is performed to determine improvement areas and develop annual plans, along with the regular communication with the employees to ensure effective and impactful practices.

Safety Management Improvements

  • Reviewed Permit to Work System, especially the work permits related to heat and ignition (Hot Work). Additionally, all relevant checklists were reviewed to ensure alignment with international best practices.
  • Conducted safety maturity assessment. In 2023, the Company scored 4.16 out of a total of 5.00 points. Thaioil Group prepared the Safety Culture Development Plan in 2023 to build awareness for employees and contractors towards an accident-free organization.
  • Reviewed Permit to Work Inspection by the Area Operation Officers and Safety Audit team to ensure that the practices are aligned with the requirements specified in the permits.
  • Conducted the evaluation of Health Performance Indicators based on the standards of International Association of Oil and Gas Producers (IOGP). In 2023, the Company scored 3.85 out of a total of 4.00 points. The Company commits to improve the development plan for management systems in line with criteria and requirements of the IOGP.
  • Enhanced contractor safety management to align with international best practices and conducted annual contractor safety performance evaluation by the third party. The evaluation covered safety management system and operational performance to evaluate the contractor. The contractor can be categorized by a color code, including green, yellow, and red. This code serves as the criteria for deciding whether the Company should continue doing business with contractors or not. In the case that the contractors categorized in the low level (yellow and red), the Company will allow them to present corrective action plan to remedy the identified issues to comply with requirements within a specific timeframe. In 2023, the Company has updated the “Contract SSHE Bidding and Close Out Evaluation”.
  • Reviewed safety practices for activities or tasks with accident risks, such as heavy lifting with crane, scaffolding, or electric device utilizing within the refinery area. Additionally, the Company conducted training and communicated to relevant employees and contractors to ensure compliance with the requirements.
  • Upgraded notification systems on abnormal or emergency situations for emergency personnel and relevant officers through SMS systems that will promptly notify relevant parties to provide the emergency response efficiently and on a timely manner.
  • Upgraded notification protocols for extreme weather, specifically thunderstorms within a 5-kilometer radius. This is to alert employees to prepare and implement specified safety measures. It also involves notifying emergency response teams for a prompt response in the event of a fire, particularly around the rim seal fire.
  • Reviewed Pre-Incident Plan at levels 1 and 2 to align with international situations and standards, conducted drills as planned to prepare an effective response in emergency situations. In 2023, the Company developed the pre-incident plan at level 2 to support the new production unit of CFP project.
  • Reviewed Emergency and Crisis Management Manual and prepared the emergency response plan to cover environmental and community emergencies. This aims to prepare for CFP project, which is expected to undergo commissioning and start-up in the future. 

Occupational Health and Safety Risk Assessment

  • Reviewed the identification and assessment of risks and hazards assessment that may cause major incidents. The Company identified the control and preventive measures, with constant monitoring for effectiveness. This also involved safety inspections, performance analysis, and provision of the corrective and preventive actions to avoid recurrence for employees and contractors. The safety performance was reviewed monthly and monitored by the management executives.
  • Assessed risks and hazards assessment with high severity and reviewed safety control and preventive measures. The proactive plans and measures on safety and security were established at different levels (defense in depth), covering all high severity risks and hazards, especially chemical spills. The emergency drill of each emergency level was conducted and further developed towards the crisis management level together with external parties and local governments. This process helps prevent and mitigate business impacts, ensuring that Thaioil Group can consistently manage and maintain severe risks at acceptable levels.
  • Reviewed major accident event profiles to be aligned with the risks. The Company also reviewed and conducted emergency and crisis drills, as well as the emergency response plan, according to international best practices. Moreover, the improvements were made to the Emergency Control Center to ensure it is up-to-date and more efficient.
  • Reviewed accident and incident management practices to cover every incident type, such work-related injuries, occupational illnesses, near-miss events, and other incidents including incidents in production processes. The Company also conducted severity and risk assessment through the Risk Assessment Matrix to select the appropriate investigating team and method based on the incident’s severity and risk level. To avoid recurrence, the root cause and appropriate preventative measures were implemented.

Operational Excellence to Business Excellence (O2Bx) Strategy

  • Adjusted the O2Bx strategy to become a world-class refinery and reviewed the corporate safety targets to align with the new strategy – No Harm, No Leak, Goal Zero.
  • Revisited the 5-year Occupational Health, Safety, Emergency and Crisis Management Plan to align with the internal and external environment, risks, the new strategic plans, and new corporate targets.
  • Assigned the management executives to present case studies and significant safety issues from both internal and external sources at the monthly Board Meeting to continuously develop and improve Company’s safety measures.
  • Organized an on-site visit with the CEO and President and the management executives during normal operations, maintenance downtime, and construction period to encourage the workers, demonstrate commitments on safe working conditions, and be the safety role model.

SMILE Activity

Working with the right to health

Thaioil Group has managed and prevented the COVID-19 pandemic through continuous healthcare measures for employees until they recover and safely enable a return to work. The Company’s measures and policies are aligned with the government guidelines. Additionally, the Company has ensured high efficiency in providing safety and instilling confidence among employees, contractors, business partners, and stakeholders of Thaioil Group. The Work From Home Policy has also been established to grant the employee’s rights to choose their most suitable work lifestyle.

Furthermore, the Company has developed the “People First for Employee Support Policy” to respond to the employees’ needs. Meanwhile, the Company provides the assistances to the employees and their families, as well as members of the Thaioil Group Retired Employee Club, who may face the challenges in respect to financial concerns, legal issues, physical health, mental health, alcohol and drug problems, marital problems, illness of family members, or childcare problems, etc. The support was provided in the form of benefits, welfare, or non-welfare. This program aids eligible individuals 24 hours a day, seven day a week.

Improving mental health care

Improving mental health care: The Company implemented the “5 Happiness Project” to enhance the New Normal Work Life and to enhance understanding of their own rights, including employee care and benefits for employees and retired employees. The key projects in “5 Happiness Project” are:

Ensuring education for all

Ensuring education for all: The Company provided knowledge and awareness on human rights for employees through the Human Rights E-Learning course in the “Thaioil Academy Application.” For other stakeholders, the Company consistently organized workshops and activities to enhance the understanding and knowledge of human rights, for example, the human rights lecture in Supplier Seminar 2023 at the Thaioil Conference Hall in Sriracha, Chonburi. Also, The Company raises awareness of human rights through the acknowledgment of the Thaioil Group’s Supplier Code of Conduct.

Collaborated with PTT Group to organize the PTT Group CG Day 2023 under the theme “Good to Great: CG Empowering for the Future”

Collaborated with PTT Group to organize the PTT Group CG Day 2023 under the theme “Good to Great: CG Empowering for the Future”. The event was held in a hybrid event to promote and empower the good corporate governance practices of the PTT Group, emphasizing employees at all levels within the PTT Group to comply with the principles of good corporate governance in their work. The event attendees included the Board of Directors, management, employees, and business partner representatives. In addition, regulatory bod representatives, such as from the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC), were also invited. The event attracted over 400 attendees, including partners, clients, and employees who were joined the live streaming on the event’s website.

Conducted the 2023 GRC Culture Survey

Conducted the 2023 GRC Culture Survey to assess the organizational culture in terms of integration of good corporate governance, risk management, internal control, and the compliance with laws, regulations, and requirements (GRC). The survey results will be analysed to develop plans for promoting and enhancing corporate governance effectiveness in the future.

Communicated the principles of good corporate governance

Communicated the principles of good corporate governance, business ethics, and anti-corruption through internal communication channels throughout the year, such as the GRC Corner column in the Akanee magazine (a corporate internal magazine) and the GRC Newsletter, with a total of 12 times.

Communicated the No Gift Policy

Communicated the No Gift Policy to all employees through internal communication channels in various forms, such as video clips and E-newsletters. The “Request letter to prevent giving gifts to executives and employees of Thaioil Group” was sent to the suppliers, customers, financial institutions, and other business partners to avoid and prevent any cause that may lead to actions that violate Anti-Fraud Policy.

Improved electronic learning media (E-learning)

Improved electronic learning media (E-learning), including CG Orientation E-learning for new employees, covering the principles of good corporate governance, ethical business conduct, and anti-corruption. Also, Anti-Fraud E-learning for current employees was improved to provide knowledge on the origins of fraud and preventive measures to avoid fraud within the Company.

Conducted activities to provide knowledge

Conducted activities to provide knowledge and promote transparent and fair work practices throughout the year of 2023. For instance, the Company organized the Compliance & CG Talk activity on the topic of Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism, lectured by experienced legal professionals from the Anti-Money Laundering Office. The Law Focus activity was organized with the topic of Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism, lectured by executives from the Export-Import Bank of Thailand (EXIM Bank). The GRC in Action event was held at the CEO Townhall during the 2nd and 4th quarters. The Good to Great CG Contest was organized to share the working approach that can promote CG practices in their own way.

SAP ECC

Thaioil Group upgraded the software and hardware of the current Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, or called SAP ECC, to ensure its function remained efficient. This upgrade is a part of the preparedness before transitioning to the ERP system to SAP S/4 HANA in 2027.

Prominence Enhancement

Thaioil Group enhanced a data collection system for the sale of products. The system gathers information from different perspectives, such as types of suppliers, prices, sale volume, sale periods, and payment methods. These data will be used to analyze pricing structure and support the decision-making in the sale approaches for each supplier. This will increase the chances for the Company to generate higher profits in different and fluctuating markets. 

Predictive Maintenance Analytics

Thaioil Group developed a data processing system to maintain the key machinery and equipment in the production process. The process will predict the likelihood of damage to the machines and provide prevention in advance. This helps avoid unplanned shutdowns and maintenance while reducing the risks associated with such damages.  

JSKem Pte Ltd & TOPNEXT India Private Limited

JSKem Pte Ltd & TOPNEXT India Private Limited

www.jskem.com.sg 

TOPNEXT acquired a 60% stake in JSKEM to expand its business in the distribution of solvents and chemicals in Singapore and India. TOPNEXT India Private Limited (TX India) was established in 2021.

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PT. Tirta Surya Raya

PT. Tirta Surya Raya

TOPNEXT (TX) has acquired a 67% stake in PT. Tirta Surya Raya, which was established in 2019 as a distributor of solvents and chemicals in Indonesia. The company is headquartered in Tangerang, Indonesia.

TOP Solvent Myanmar

TOP Solvent Myanmar

In 2017, TOP Solvent Myanmar  (TSMM) established a representative office in Myanmar under the name TOP Solvent Company Limited (Myanmar Representative Office). This office serves as the company’s representative for liaising with customers and business partners to distribute petroleum and chemical products, as well as other petroleum-related products.

TOP Solvent (Vietnam) Limited Liability

TOP Solvent (Vietnam) Limited Liability

TOP Solvent (Vietnam) Limited (TSV) was founded on November 2, 2009, TOP Solvent (Vietnam) is 100 percent owned by TOPNEXT International Co., Ltd. and marks Thaioil’s first overseas investment. The company provides a diverse range of solvents and chemicals for industries including paint, coatings, thinners, adhesives, binders, electronic printing inks, cleaning agents, vegetable oil extraction, and the chemical industry. It operates warehouses in the Go Dau Industrial Zone in Dong Nai Province (southern Vietnam) and Hai Phong (northern Vietnam).

Sak Chaisidhi Company Limited

Sak Chaisidhi Company Limited

Sak Chaisidhi Company Limited (SAKC) is primarily owned by TOPNEXT International Co., Ltd., which is located in the Map Ta Phut Industrial Estate in Rayong Province. The company specializes in manufacturing high-quality hydrocarbon solvents for a range of industries, including paint, automotive rubber, adhesives, vegetable oils, foam, plastics, and copper mining.