STIC provides end-to-end support for businesses looking to enter Thailand and ASEAN markets. Our team conducts detailed market research, feasibility studies, and strategic entry planning to ensure a smooth and informed launch. We assist with business incorporation, local licensing, and navigating complex bureaucratic requirements. With deep local knowledge, we also help identify ideal locations, office spaces, and reliable local partners or distributors. Whether you're launching a new venture or expanding regionally, STIC makes your market entry seamless and risk-mitigated.
Navigating local laws is crucial when entering new markets. STIC offers expert legal and compliance advisory to ensure your business aligns with Thai and ASEAN regulatory frameworks. From corporate compliance and tax registration to visa and labor law support, we provide comprehensive services to keep your operations legally sound. Our team also specializes in industry-specific regulations, including mining licenses, pharma approvals, and energy project permits. With STIC, you can operate with confidence and transparency.
STIC delivers tailored strategic advice to help businesses make data-driven, region-specific decisions. We assist clients with market expansion plans, localization strategies, and regional opportunity mapping. Our experts provide risk assessments to navigate political, economic, and operational uncertainties across ASEAN. We also offer public-private partnership guidance and stakeholder engagement strategies. By helping you see around corners, STIC enables long-term growth while minimizing exposure to risk.
For clients seeking capital or entering joint ventures, STIC offers a full suite of investment advisory services. We support mergers and acquisitions, investor matchmaking, business valuation, and financial modeling. Our team also manages due diligence, structuring of local partnerships, and fund-raising efforts. With a deep understanding of both international and regional investment ecosystems, we help clients secure funding and structure deals that are both profitable and compliant with local laws.
Once you're set up, efficient operations and capable people are key to growth. STIC offers operational support including payroll, bookkeeping, vendor management, and HR solutions. We help businesses recruit skilled local talent or deploy expats with full visa and relocation support. Our services also cover IT setup, cybersecurity, and interim management. Whether you’re scaling quickly or just getting started, STIC ensures your day-to-day functions run smoothly and strategically.
STIC brings in-depth expertise in key sectors like Energy, Mining, Pharma, and Compliance. We provide tailored services such as project management, environmental permitting, clinical trial facilitation, and technical audits. Our team ensures that every industry-specific requirement is met efficiently and ethically. With decades of combined experience and local insight, we help you meet operational, legal, and technical benchmarks — ensuring your projects succeed from planning to execution.
A successful entry goes beyond logistics — it includes people, perception, and partnerships. STIC provides training programs on cross-cultural engagement, corporate compliance, and ESG best practices. We also support brand localization, marketing, and reputation-building in new markets. Through curated B2B networking events and strategic introductions, we help clients grow their visibility and connect with potential customers, investors, and partners. STIC empowers you to grow smart — and grow visible.
How STIC can help your business
STIC specializes in a diverse range of sectors, including Mining, Energy, Pharmacy, Manufacturing, and Government Affairs, providing tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of each industry. This deep expertise ensures clients receive targeted advice and support for successful operations in Bangkok and beyond.
With a team which has years of experience assisting foreign businesses in establishing operations in Thailand, STIC has a proven record of navigating the complexities of local regulations, cultural nuances, and market entry strategies, ensuring seamless business setup and growth.
STIC boasts established relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, regulatory bodies, and industry leaders. This extensive network enables clients to access valuable resources, accelerate processes, and build connections critical to their success in Thailand.
From market entry strategy and regulatory compliance to operational setup and ongoing business management, STIC provides a one-stop solution for foreign businesses. This comprehensive approach allows clients to focus on their core operations while STIC handles the complexities of establishing a presence in Bangkok.
Guardian Glass
Guardian Glass, a global leader in energy-efficient glass for buildings and automotive sectors, has been operating in Thailand since 1991. In 2019, the company chose Bangkok for its Asia-Pacific regional headquarters, attracted by Thailand's welcoming environment for foreign investors, a growing domestic economy, and strategic location for global exports. This move enhanced Guardian Glass's operational efficiency in the region and bolstered its reputation as a committed and forward-thinking industry leader.
Alliance Laundry Systems
In 2019, Alliance Laundry Systems, a leading global manufacturer of commercial laundry equipment, inaugurated a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Thailand's Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC). The decision was influenced by the advanced transportation infrastructure in the EEC, attractive investment incentives, and Thailand's strong intellectual property protections. Establishing operations in Bangkok allowed Alliance Laundry Systems to optimize its supply chain in Asia, reduce production costs, and strengthen its reputation for delivering high-quality products efficiently.
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