Thai Union was honored at the SET Awards 2021 for its achievements in innovation, sustainability, and investor relations.
BANGKOK — On November 4, 2021, Thai Union Group PCL was celebrated for its achievements in innovation, sustainability, and investor relations, receiving three accolades at the SET Awards 2021. The company was distinguished with the Best Sustainability Award, Best Innovative Company Award, and Outstanding Investor Relations Award for a listed company whose market capitalization falls between THB 30-100 billion. The prestigious SET Awards, organized by the Stock Exchange of Thailand in collaboration with Money and Banking Magazine, are determined by a panel comprising academics and professionals from the Sasin School of Management. This year, Thai Union emerged victorious in two main categories - Sustainability Excellence and Business Excellence, the latter acknowledging the company's efforts in innovation and investor relations. The company was lauded for its commitment to ethical recruitment and legal labor practices as part of its global sustainability initiative, SeaChange®, and for its innovative approaches to deep-sea product development. Tunyawat Kasemsuwan, Group Director – Global Innovation at Thai Union Group, expressed his gratitude for the recognition received at the SET Awards. He highlighted the company's dedication to promoting Healthy Living, Healthy Oceans, and its continuous efforts in innovation and technology across the supply chain to cater to global consumer needs, improve resource optimization, and enhance product value. He also emphasized the company's rigorous Business Ethics and Labor Code of Conduct, which seeks to ensure accountability, transparency, and elevate the group's performance to meet international standards. Kalvalee Thongsomaung, Assistant General Manager – Investor Relations at Thai Union, underscored the significance of investor relations to the company. She expressed appreciation for the acknowledgment of their diligent efforts in investor communication regarding the company's business, vision, direction, and strategy, including its commitment to social responsibility. She believes that such transparency fosters investor confidence.