The Thai-Italian Chamber of Commerce (TICC) Celebrates Milestone Networking Event and Inaugural Business Awards in KrabiKRABI, THAILAND

♦The Thai-Italian Chamber of Commerce (TICC) Celebrates Milestone Networking Event and Inaugural Business Awards in KrabiKRABI, THAILAND –

July 4,2926

Umberto’s Cucine in Ao Nang,

♦The Thai-Italian Chamber of Commerce (TICC) successfully hosted its highly anticipated Institutional Networking Event and inaugural Business Awards last night at Umberto’s Cucine in Ao Nang, gathering over 60 distinguished guests, including senior chamber leadership, local authorities, and prominent regional business figures

♦The Thai-Italian Chamber of Commerce (TICC) is a premier, independent business network dedicated to promoting trade, investment, and bilateral cooperation between Italy and Thailand. Acting as a strategic bridge, the TICC connects international suppliers, local industries, and highlevel institutions to foster sustainable economic growth and cultural synergy across both nations.

♦Opening the evening, Mr. Stefano Gonella, TICC Chairman for Krabi Province, welcomed attendees and highlighted the significance of launching the first-ever TICC awards program in the region. He emphasized that the accolades are designed to elevate regional standards, noting that each award is strictly bound to a one-year validity period, subject to rigorous ongoing audits.The evening’s protocol was divided into two distinct segments, celebrating commercial innovation alongside high-level institutional synergy.

♦Part I: Celebrating Innovation, Sustainability, and Commercial ExcellenceCo-presented by Mr. Bruno Barone (Southern Thailand Committee Chairman), the TICC Business Recognition Awards were presented to outstanding local enterprises demonstrating exceptional quality and unique market positioning:•

✅Fast Manta Dive Krabi (Mr. Kari Lehtonen): Honored as the very first diving center in Thailand to achieve official recognition as an ECO diving center.•

✅Sittha Team Co., Ltd. (Mr. Tony Chantanasawee & Ms. Jenny): Recognized for outstanding construction quality and fast-paced growth as a premier land development firm in Krabi.•

✅Krabi Specialisten (Ms. Ingeborg Kristensen): Celebrated for more then 25 years of excellence as a premier tour operator and foundational pillar of Krabi’s tourism ecosystem.•

✅ANANA Ecological Resort (Mr. Wolfgang & Ms. Boom Grimm): Applauded for pioneering a green, ecological standard in high-end hospitality.•

✅Solyna Development (Ms. Onuma Suvunnakoot): Awarded a high-level Business Recognition for exceptional contribution to luxury real estate and regional land development.

♦The ceremony reached its commercial peak as Dr. Francesco Pensato (Honorary General Consul of Italy & TICC Vice President) and Ms. Panitta Srisa-ard (TICC Director & MD of The Mall Group) took the stage to present the core chamber accolades:• TICC Business Award:

✅Conferred upon Krabi Contractor Co., Ltd. (accepted by Mr. Stefano Gonella & Ms. Phatchanee Pliankoed) for their ironclad commitment to ecosustainability development and real estate excellence in Krabi Province

✅ Eccellenze Italiane (Italian Excellence Award): Presented to Umberto’s Cucine (accepted by Mr. Umberto Barbieri & Ms. Napat) for serving as an elite culinary embassy representing authentic Italianità and world-class hospitality.

♦Part II: Institutional Bridging and Social ResponsibilityFollowing an exceptional multi-course dinner, the protocol transitioned to high-level institutional honors.

♦Dr. Francesco Pensato and Mr. Bruno Barone presented the prestigious TICC Business Medals for Institutions to

✅the Royal Police Pol. Maj. Gen. Cin Cinnawat Former Commander Police Investigation Region 8

✅and Pol. Col. Prathunang Pholmana Deputy Commander of Krabi Province Royal Police in deep appreciation for their unwavering service and partnership in safeguarding the regional community

♦Concluding the night, a Special Institutional Certificate was presented to ✅Ms. Elisabetta Zana of the Natacha School, honoring more than 20 years of profound dedication to supporting underprivileged children and families in the wake of the tsunami.

♦The event concluded with an elegant evening of open networking over fine Italian wines and spirits, solidifying a powerful new chapter for the Thai-Italian business community in Southern Thailand.For membership inquiries or further information on upcoming regional initiatives, please contact the TICC Krabi Chapter.

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