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Menu on Board THAI During Oktoberfest
During the world famous “Wiesn” (the Oktoberfest’s local tag meaning ‘meadow’), Thai Airways International serves traditional Bavarian specialities to passengers both in the Royal First Class and the Royal Executive (Business) Class on its flight from German to Bangkok. From now until October 6, 2002, Thai
Airways International has presented an appetizing impression of “Wiesn”
flair even above the clouds. A fine selection of traditional Bavarian
“Schmankerl” is served, as delicious food is called. On flights
departing from Frankfurt, the menu includes Bavarian “Weisswurste”
First Class passengers taking off from
Munich will also have an intriquing choice of a variety of Bavaria’s
regional culinary favourites – canapes with a generous spread of
O’batzda (creamed Camembert mixed with onions, paprika and butter);
or “Leberkase” (ham and pork liver meatloaf), Thai Airways International’s winter schedule offers 15 weekly non-stop flights from Germany to Bangkok, including 11 flights from Frankfurt and four flights per week from Munich. The Munich Oktoberfest is the world’s largest fun fair and takes place for the 169th time this year. Six million visitors each year enjoy the atmosphere, the beer and Bavarian hospitality. |
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| Royal
Orchid Holidays Tour Booking Available On Line
Now, residents of Thailand who make an on-line reservation with Thai Airways International’s Royal Orchid Holidays (ROH) programs via THAI’s website www.thaiairways.com can enjoy a range of promotions, which have been launched to celebrate this new introduction. Depending on the selected packages, the bonus offers range from one-day free car rental with a choice of Honda CRV or Suzuki Vitara, to complimentary T-shirt, discount coupons and free city tour. In addition, passengers can chose a range of tour packages offered at special prices. For instance, a three-day two-night package in Phuket is priced from 6,990 Baht. Other promotional packages are also available to Singapore, and Bangkok. Passengers are required to make reservations
at least 10 days prior to the departure date and THAI will confirm their
travel arrangements via e-mail to their addresses. Passengers
must then make payment and pick up their travel documents within five
days after their reservations have been confirmed. |
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| THAI
Announces Board Meeting Results
25 September 2002, Thai Airways International
Public Company Limited held a Board of 1. THAI’s Long Term Plan THAI’s Board approved THAI’s
Long Term Plan 2002/03 – 2006/2007, for THAI’s further success
based on THAI’s corporate vision, activities, purposes, and the
company’s overall goals. The long term plan also incorporates
the airline’s strategic plan which covers organization and personnel
management, improvements on standard of products and marketing, quality
of work processes, and finances, which will proposed to the Ministry
of Transport and Communication and the National Economic and Social
Development Board. 2. Progress on THAI’s Share Offering THAI’s Board was briefed on progress concerning THAI’s share offering. The Board also approved the appointment of a THAI representative to be part of the Committee on THAI’s Investments who will be responsible for preparation and coordination according to the share offering plan, as follows: 1. Mr. Viroj Nualkhair - Committee
Member In addition, THAI’s Board also approved
to hire KPMG Audit (Thailand) Limited to be the financial consultant
according to the Board’s authorization to hire a financial consultant
and manager to oversee the share offering as well as the hiring of other
consultants. As for the consultant for flight operations,THAI’s
Board approved for the airline to proceed with the selection and hiring
of a consultant. 3. Progress on THAI’s Investment in Suvarnabhumi Airport THAI’s Board was informed of progress
made on the Suvarnabhumi Airport project, whereby THAI and the Airports
Authority of Thailand (AAT) will organize a signing ceremony in principle
agreement concerning the project. The signing ceremony between
THAI and the AAT will take place on 1 October 2002 at 1600 hours at
THAI’s Head Office. 4. Appointment of Subcommittee on THAI’s Investment in Suvarnabhumi Airport THAI’s Board approved appointment of a Subcommittee on THAI’s Investment in Suvarnabhumi Airport, as follows: 1. Mr. Olarn Chaipravat -
Subcommittee Chairman The Subcommittee on THAI’s Investment
in Suvarnabhumi Airport will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating
the airline’s investment at the new airport, with authority to
access information and concerned personnel. The Subcommittee will
proceed with other issues, according to assignment by THAI’s Board,
with authorization to appoint a consultant and establish a working group
for further task coordination. 5. Appointment of Management Committee on THAI’s Investment in Suvarnabhumi Airport THAI’s Board approved the appointment of the Management Committee on THAI’s Investment in Suvarnabhumi Airport as follows: 1. President -
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| THAI
supports the 14th Asian Games in Busan
16 September 2002, at Thai Airways International Head Office, General Yuthasak Sasiprapha,Deputy Defence Minister and President, Olympic Committee of Thailand, together with Mr. Kanok Abhiradee, THAI’s president and Maj. Gen. Charouck Arirachakaran, Secretary General, Olympic Committee of Thailand and leader of Thai Athletes, held a press conference to announce preparation of the 14th Asian Games in Busan, South Korea. Mr. Kanok Abhiradee said Thai Airways International has continued to place special emphasis on promoting and supporting sport activities both within and outside Thailand. THAI has been selected as the official carrier for the 14th Asian Games in Busan, providing air transportation for athletes, officials and committee members from 27 sport associations in Thailand to take part in the event. Currently, THAI operates twice weekly flights between Bangkok and Busan utilizing A300-600 aircraft. THAI also operates thrice weekly flights every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday and four daily flights every Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday between Bangkok and Seoul, utilising Boeing 777 and A330-300 aircraft. The 14th Asian Games is scheduled to take place in Busan, South Korea during 29 September to 14 October 2002. Thailand has been selected as the host
country for many world sporting events including the 13th Asian Games
in 1998, making a worldwide recognition for the country. |
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| THAI
Arranges Open-Bid Procurement for Inflight Products
September5, 2002 at THAI’s Head
Office on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, the Mr. Kanok Abhiradee, THAI’s President, said that the products involved in the selection process will differ each month due to the fact that each of the selected products is contracted for one year. Process will again be conducted after the contract expires. A procurement notice will be displayed at THAI’s headquarters 15 days prior to the bidding processfor those items which do not require samples such as printed materials food menus and on-board First Aid medicines. A procurement notice will be put up between 30-45 days prior to bidding for sample-required products such as travel kits. The Purchasing Committee will then select and make a quality check of each product. This year, THAI focuses on good procurement governance and has invited auditors and media as witnesses of the selection process. The suppliers should have been established
for over one year with registered capital of not less than THB 1 million
and have possessed no record of professional negligence. |
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| THAI
Clarifies FAA Order to Inspect Boeing Jets
On August 30, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued an Emergency AD 2002-18-52 order to all airlines to add an inspection of Boeing jets in their Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) in order to ensure that the fuel in the central tanks is maintained at minimum level. The inspection must be carried out within four days of the emergency order issuance to ensure that the fuel pumps will not function when the tank is empty. The order applies to Boeing aircraft models B737-600/-700/-800/-900/, B757 and B747 series with fuel pump installation part number 60-98976-4, made by U.S. Hydro-Aire Inc. Following the issuance of this emergency order, the Technical Services of Thai Airways International promptly conducted inspection on every aircraft in THAI’s fleet and found none of the aircraft was installed with fuel pump part number 60-98976-4, which has been specified by the FAA. Currently, THAI has a total of 81 aircraft in its fleet, out of which seven are Boeing 747-400 aircraft with 389 seating capacity and nine with 405 seating capacity. There are two Boeing 747-300 aircraft with 405 seating capacity. THAI would like to assure all passengers
that maximising safety of passengers and aircraft is the airline’s
main priority. The airline will follow all Boeing regulations
closely to maintain passengers’ confidence. |
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Relax and Earn More Miles with THAI’s Royal Orchid Plus Thai Airways International’s Royal Orchid Plus recently introduced LifeStyle mileage accrual for its members who make a Spa reservation at a selection of hotels in Thailand, effective from 1 September 2002 until 28 February 2003. “Thailand offers some of the world’s most luxurious Spas, both in Bangkok and at beach resorts. Customers will find that LifeStyle miles compliment both their travel and home life,” said Mr. Tasnai Sudasna, THAI’s Executive Vice President Commercial. Royal Orchid Plus members simply quote their membership number when making a Spa reservation. With a minimum of THB 1,000 spent on Spa treatment or products, ROP members earn 100 miles, and members will earn an extra 10 miles for each additional THB 100 spent. The hotel Spas included in this special program are: Central Hotels and Resorts
Centara Spa LifeStyle miles will be credited to members’ accounts 4-6 weeks after the visit. Retrocredit claims are not accepted during or after the promotion period. |
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Princess Galyani Vadhana visits THAI’s Catering Department
H.R.H. Princess Galyani Vadhana recently paid a royal visit to Thai Airways International’s Catering Department, and was welcomed by Mr. Thanong Bidaya, THAI’s Chairman, Mr. Kanok Abhiradee, THAI’s President, the management team and catering executives, at Don Muang. A briefing and tour of the facility was organized for the Princess and party, which included visits to hot and cold kitchens, bakery section and other meal preparation units. The Catering Department is responsible for providing food and beverage services on-board THAI and customer airlines’ flights. The department is divided into main functions as follows: 1. International Catering Division
is responsible for preparing meals on board THAI and customer airline
flights as well as providing other catering-related
services at Bangkok International Airport. The responsibility of the Catering Department
is divided into 2 main areas, as follows: 2. On-ground
Currently, the Catering Department offers round-the-clock service to THAI as well as 40 customer airlines at Bangkok International Airport, producing over 50,000 meals a day. The department practices good governance procurement and was certified for Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and ISO 9002.The policy of the Catering Department focuses on 4 main areas of meal production: excellent in taste, excellent in aroma, excellent in presentation and excellent in quality. All these are incorporated to make meals produced from THAI’s Catering accepted at international level for its hygiene, health-benefit qualities and unique presentation. |
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