Author Archives: Luca

Public-Private Partnerships with Availability Payments: A Comprehensive Overview and Insights for Thailand

Introduction Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) are increasingly being adopted across the globe as a solution to meet the growing demand for infrastructure development, especially in emerging markets. These partnerships allow the public sector to leverage private sector efficiency, innovation, and financing capabilities. While PPPs come in many forms, this analysis focuses on those structured with availability […]

New Standards and Regulatory Framework for Wind Turbines in Thailand

Thailand has been progressively aligning its energy regulations with international standards, focusing specifically on renewable energy technologies, including wind power. The series of Ministerial Notifications prescribing standards for wind turbine generators and their parts, published in the Royal Gazette, reflects this regulatory approach. Below is an overview and analysis of the energy regulations in Thailand […]

Mahanakorn Partners Group Celebrates 25 Years of Excellence

Bangkok, 20th September 2024 – Mahanakorn Partners Group (MPG), a leading multidisciplinary law, tax, audit, and business advisory firm, celebrated its 25th anniversary with a grand cocktail reception held at its headquarters in Kian Gwan, in the heart of Bangkok. The evening brought together distinguished guests from across the globe, including ambassadors, multinational corporations, and […]

MPG Chairman Luca Bernardinetti Appointed as Official Legal Counsel to the UAE Embassy in Thailand

We are delighted to announce a major achievement for Mahanakorn Partners Group (MPG). Mr. Luca Bernardinetti, Chairman and Managing Partner of MPG, has been appointed as the Official Legal Counsel of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Thailand. This prestigious role highlights Mr. Bernardinetti’s exceptional legal expertise and the strengthening ties between MPG […]

New Energy Regulations on the Way in Thailand: A Legal Analysis

The Thai Energy Ministry, under Minister Pirapan Salirathavibhaga, is in the process of introducing pivotal regulatory changes that aim to reshape the energy landscape in Thailand. These regulatory drafts include revisions to oil fuel trade practices, new guidelines for solar rooftop installations, and the establishment of a Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR). This initiative is significant […]

Thailand’s Cloud-First Policy: Legal Landscape and Strategic Implications for Data Centers and Cloud Systems

In the evolving digital landscape, Thailand is emerging as a significant player in Southeast Asia’s tech ecosystem. The country’s push toward a digital economy, exemplified by the recently announced continuation of its “cloud-first” policy, underscores its commitment to leveraging cloud technologies to enhance public services and drive economic growth. This policy, reaffirmed by the government, […]