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Central Department Store, under Central Retail, Massively Invests Bt 4 Billion to Transform Central Chidlom to a Luxury Department Store, “The Store of Bangkok”

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BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2024 – Central Department Store, under Central Retail Corporation, has announced a substantial investment of 4 billion baht to transform Central Chidlom into “The Store of Bangkok.” Aspiring to establish itself as a luxury department store, it endeavors to provide customers with a comprehensive “One-Stop-Shopping” experience. Setting new benchmarks with its world-class sophisticated design, elegant architecture, and a curated selection of global luxury brands, Central Chidlom aims to offer exceptional services, positioning itself as an inspirational destination for discerning shoppers, thus ushering in a new era of luxury retail in Bangkok.

Natira Boonsri, CEO of the Central Department Store Group under Central Retail, unveiled, “Established in 1974, the store has strategically positioned itself in the heart of the city to cater to high-end customers and pioneered the concept of ‘One-Stop-Shopping’ in Thailand. Evolving over more than five decades alongside Thai customers and the retail industry, today marks another significant step as Central Chidlom ventures towards becoming a luxury department store. We no longer see Central Chidlom simply as a department store; it is now The Store of Bangkok, the epitome of shopping sophistication for both Thai and international clientele.”

The new Central Chidlom, branded as “The Store of Bangkok,” stems from the Central Department Store group’s vision to serve as ” The Store of Endless Inspiration for Every Moment of Your Life.” Incorporating three key principles into its redesign, the store aims to establish itself as a luxury department stores:

The Store of Design & Concept

Central Chidlom collaborates with Thailand’s leading architectural firm and a global consultancy to create contemporary architecture. Tailored to fit the Thai lifestyle, it excels in intricate detail while embracing international style:

  • Enhancing the Experience: Broadening the central space of the store to provide a spacious and airy ambiance, evoking luxury and relaxation, and offering a shopping experience designed to fit every product category.
  • Elevating Architecture: Redesigning the exterior façade of Central Chidlom, which serves as its signature, to modernize the store’s appearance. Opting for frosted white glass, capable of illuminating and changing colors at night, Central Chidlom will become a bright, vibrant, lively, and iconic landmark of Bangkok.
  • Enhancing Accessibility: Adding a Sky Bridge on the first floor to directly connect to the luxury floor, and expanding the existing Sky Bridge on the second floor to provide customers with easier access to Central Chidlom.

The Store of Curated Destinations

Central Chidlomrepresents the unique feature of the store itself, serving as a destination that gathers a diverse array of brands under one roof:

  • World of Luxury: Offering a world-class luxury shopping experience with:
    • Luxe Galerie presents an opulent array of prestigious global brands, such as Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Burberry, Celine, Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Gucci, Loewe, Louis Vuitton, Missoni, Miu Miu, Prada, Roger Vivier, Saint Laurent, and Versace, ensuring an exquisite shopping experience.
    • Shoes Avenue,the ultimate destination for a luxurious collection of designer footwear. Brands such as Bottega Veneta, Burberry, Christian Louboutin, Gucci, Jimmy Choo, Prada, Roger Vivier, Sergio Rossi, Tod’s, Tom Ford, and Vivienne Westwood are showcased, with exclusive debuts of brands making their first appearance in Thailand.
  • World of Beauty: Beauty Galerie, a new pinnacle of luxury and grandeur in Thailand, sprawls across more than 6,000 square meters. It houses an exquisite array of beauty products from over 150 esteemed global brands, including exclusive booths from prestigious names. Beauty Galerie offers exclusive distribution of elite brands, alongside a dedicated space for organic and niche beauty products.
  • World of Youth: Expanding Customer Base among New Generation, Central Chidlom stands out as the first and only department store with Sneakers Boulevard, an area featuring over 800 pairs of sneakers, including the latest collections, special editions, and rare models from various renowned brands.
  • Best Curated Food Destination: Selecting eateries and cafes that cater to every lifestyle and preference, with an increase of threefold in the number of food outlets, totaling over 60 establishments. This expansion aims to fulfill the lifestyle needs of customers who visit the store not just for shopping but also for hanging out.
  • Best-in-Class Service: Elevated services such as upgraded concierge lounges, personal shopping assistants, and digital parking services have significantly enhanced customer experience.

The Store of Communities

Central Chidlom continues to be a beacon of inspiration, aiming to foster strong communities by encompassing:

  • Customer Focus: Catering to three main customer groups: (1) High-spending customers who appreciate well-curated products, (2) Creative and inspired young individuals who are into fashion, art, and innovation, and (3) Travellers and expatriates in Thailand.
  • Introducing CENFINITY to elevate the private loyalty program for top customers of Central Department Store, Robinson Department Store, Central Embassy, and The1 members. This program is redesigned to be more personalized and tailored to meet the lifestyle needs and preferences of the store’s esteemed customers.
  • Establishing a new identity for Central Chidlom through revamped logos and fonts, inspired by the store’s new design. The introduction of the distinct “Central Chidlom Rose Pink” color derived from the iconic flower event of Central Chidlom, will be exclusive to Central Chidlom.
  • Positioning Central Chidlom as the store of endless inspiration for communities, which presents creative events spanning art, music, and gastronomy, in partnership with both local and global collaborators year-round.

The spending trend remains robust among premium clientele and the younger demographic, with projections indicating a 20% increase in foot traffic and a 30% growth in sales following the full-scale operation of the redesigned Central Chidlom in 2025.

Central Chidlom is poised to debut its new identity, embodying the concept of “The Store of Bangkok,” inviting both local and international customers to experience the latest luxury, beauty, and fashion offerings in April. Moreover, valued customers can anticipate the grand reveal of the fully revamped Central Chidlom in December this year.

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Liberia to Preview Next Oil & Gas Licensing Round Strategy at Houston Investor Day

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The Liberia Petroleum Regulatory Authority will host operators, investors and partners in Houston on August 19 to preview future licensing opportunities and showcase the exploration potential of its offshore basins

HOUSTON, United States of America, August 7, 2026/APO Group/ –The Liberia Petroleum Regulatory Authority (LPRA) will present its strategy for the country’s next offshore licensing round at Liberia Investor Day Houston on August 19, bringing together international exploration companies, investors, service providers and energy leaders to discuss the next phase of Liberia’s upstream development.

Hosted in partnership with Energy Capital & Power, the event will provide a platform for the LPRA, led by Director General Hon. Marilyn T. Logan, to outline Liberia’s regulatory framework, investment priorities and plans to attract new participation across the country’s offshore sector. Discussions will focus on upcoming licensing opportunities, exploration prospects and the subsurface data supporting future investment decisions.

Liberia’s offshore sector is entering a new phase of exploration activity, with renewed international participation and a growing pipeline of opportunities. Following the award and ratification of eight Production Sharing Contracts in 2025, Liberia has re-established itself as a frontier exploration destination, with international operators advancing work programs designed to further evaluate the country’s petroleum potential. TotalEnergies is progressing exploration activities that include offshore geochemical surveys, 3D seismic acquisition and seabed mapping, while Oranto Petroleum has also signed contracts to explore Liberia’s offshore.

At the Liberia Investor Day Houston, the LPRA will provide industry stakeholders with insight into the priorities shaping the next licensing round, including the anticipated process, qualification requirements, available acreage and access to technical data. The engagement will give prospective investors a clearer view of Liberia’s exploration landscape and the opportunities emerging across its offshore basins.

The event will also facilitate direct dialogue between LPRA and the global upstream community, connecting companies with policymakers and industry stakeholders involved in shaping Liberia’s next chapter of petroleum development.

As exploration companies continue to seek new frontier opportunities, Liberia Investor Day Houston will highlight the role of regulatory certainty, data availability and strategic partnerships in unlocking long-term investment across Liberia’s offshore sector.

Registration is now open for attendees. Companies interested in Liberia’s emerging offshore opportunities are invited to join LPRA, investors and upstream leaders in Houston for insights into the country’s licensing strategy and exploration outlook. For more information contact info@energycapitalpower.com.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.

 

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Beyond Stabroek: Guyana’s Offshore Basin Attracts New Wave of Exploration Investment

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As ExxonMobil advances appraisal activity in Stabroek and new operators target frontier acreage, Guyana is attracting global capital and building a diversified offshore portfolio designed to sustain long-term growth

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, August 7, 2026/APO Group/ –Guyana’s transformation into one of the world’s fastest-growing oil producers is entering a new phase, with a growing network of IOCs expanding exploration activity across the country’s offshore basin. Beyond the landmark discoveries that first put Guyana on the global energy map, new drilling campaigns and licensing partnerships are creating a broader exploration ecosystem designed to support long-term production growth.

At the center of this momentum is ExxonMobil’s continued exploration and appraisal activity in the prolific Stabroek Block. The company has submitted a proposal for a 35-well exploration and appraisal drilling campaign, expected to run from 2028 through 2033, pending regulatory approval. The program would build on more than 30 commercial discoveries already made in the block, with drilling activity focused on evaluating new prospects and appraising existing discoveries to support future development opportunities.

Exploration activity is also extending into Guyana’s frontier acreage, with ExxonMobil advancing drilling operations at the deepwater Canje Block. The company has deployed the Noble Stena Carron drillship for exploration activity, highlighting continued industry interest in evaluating Guyana’s underexplored offshore potential beyond the established Stabroek Block.

Guyana’s strong exploration outlook comes as the country’s economy continues to benefit from rapid oil sector expansion, with hydrocarbons expected to remain a key driver of exports, government revenues and economic growth. As production scales up, attracting additional investment across exploration, services and infrastructure will be critical to supporting the next phase of development.

That momentum is being reinforced through partnerships established under Guyana’s 2023 offshore licensing round. A consortium comprising TotalEnergies, QatarEnergy and Petronas is advancing exploration activities in Block S4 under a five-year production sharing agreement signed with the government in late 2025. The award represents one of the first major outcomes of the licensing round and demonstrates continued international confidence in Guyana’s offshore resource potential.

Beyond the largest operators, a diverse group of companies is also expanding activity across Guyana’s offshore basin. Eco Atlantic is advancing exploration at the Orinduik Block; CGX Energy and Frontera Energy are progressing work in the Corentyne Block; Occidental is evaluating opportunities in the Roraima Block; while Ratio Guyana and Cataleya Energy hold interests in the Kaieteur Block. Together, these partnerships are broadening Guyana’s exploration landscape, increasing competition for acreage and creating opportunities for future discoveries.

As Guyana transitions from an emerging producer to a global energy hub, the next challenge will be converting exploration success into sustainable investment, local value creation and regional growth. These opportunities will be explored at Caribbean Energy Week 2027, held under the theme “Unlocking the Caribbean Energy Corridor: Oil, Gas, LNG & Investment for a New Global Hub.” Bringing together governments, IOCs, investors and technology providers, the event will examine how Guyana’s expanding partnerships can accelerate offshore development, strengthen regional energy cooperation and attract the capital needed to support the Caribbean’s evolving energy landscape.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.

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Energy Capital & Power Establishes London Entity, Expanding Global Platform for Energy and Mining Events

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The move strengthens ECP’s presence in the UK and Europe, and its ability to connect African and South American markets with global investors

LONDON, United Kingdom, August 6, 2026/APO Group/ –International events company Energy Capital & Power (ECP) (www.EnergyCapitalPower.com) has officially established its UK entity in London, marking a milestone in the company’s growth strategy and reinforcing its ability to deliver world-class energy and mining events and campaigns in the UK and Europe.

By establishing a presence in a key hub like London – the pre-eminent energy and mining finance center – ECP actively shapes the global energy conversation. The expansion positions ECP to better serve clients, partners and investors seeking to develop business opportunities between Africa, Europe, the Americas and energy markets worldwide.

Opening our UK company brings ECP closer to key investors in the global energy finance capital

The milestone comes as ECP strengthens its reach through a series of investment platforms that connect global capital to energy and mining projects. These include the Venezuela Energy Week London Showcase on July 30 – with over 300 delegates registered – and the annual Invest in African Energy Forum, held in Paris as the premier event connecting global investors to Africa’s energy transformation.

ECP hosts high level summits and investor conferences in leading energy and minerals producing countries in Africa and South America, including: Venezuela Energy Week; Angola Oil & Gas; MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power; African Mining Week; Libya Energy & Economic Summit; Congo Energy & Investment Forum; South Sudan Oil & Power; and Caribbean Energy Week. The company has hosted investor forums and supported licensing round roadshows in Houston, London and Paris since 2016.

“Opening our UK company brings ECP closer to key investors in the global energy finance capital,” states CEO James Chester. “Having a permanent presence in London further cements our footprint in Europe, enabling us to fulfil our mission to bring minerals and energy investment to diverse global markets.”

With teams located across Africa, Europe and the Americas, ECP has long-facilitated strategic engagement, market intelligence and industry convening, uniting investors with leading energy and mining projects.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.

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