Vision
To be a leader in the alternative wood panel products industry, recognizing the value of resources and creating sustainable value.
Key Milestones of Vanachai Group
Over several decades, Vanachai Group has continuously evolved and transformed its business from its origins as a sawmill into a leading manufacturer of wood-based alternatives in Thailand and the region.
The following milestones highlight Vanachai Group's development in terms of business expansion, capacity growth, renewable energy investment, and long-term climate targets.
Corporate Milestones
- 1943 - Began operations as a sawmill business focused on timber processing.
- 1960 - Expanded wood processing capability to support broader domestic market demand.
- 1988 - Completed a foundational stage of industrial growth and supply capability.
- 1989 - Accelerated industrial-scale development and upstream manufacturing investment.
- 1997 - Strengthened production capacity during a period of regional market volatility.
- 2007 - Positioned the Group for broader integration and multi-business expansion.
- 2008 - Advanced scale integration across manufacturing and related operations.
- 2012 - Expanded downstream product relevance and operational coordination.
- 2017 - Reinforced vertical integration and resilience across the production network.
- 2018 - Launched Vanachai Woodsmith to expand retail distribution.
- 2019 - Built a 9.9 MW biomass power plant in Surat Thani.
- 2020 - Installed solar rooftops in Chonburi, Saraburi, and Surat Thani.
- 2022 - Joined the Carbon Credit program under T-VER and the I-REC renewable energy initiative.
- 2024 - Formalized broader ESG disclosure priorities and execution tracking.
- 2025 - Strengthened sustainability communication and operational integration programs.
- 2050 - Long-range ambition aligned to lower-impact growth and future resilience.
Vision and Mission
Mission
- To strive for global excellence in producing high-quality products using technology and innovation that precisely meet customer needs with efficiency.
- The business operates in accordance with ESG principles, focusing on environmental care, social responsibility, and responsible governance.
- Transparent corporate governance and developing the quality of life for employees drive the organization toward a sustainable future.
Executive Board
Organization & Management Structure
Board of Directors
Audit Committee
Risk Management and Corporate Governance Committee
Sustainability Committee
Nomination and Remuneration Committee
Company Secretary
Executive Committee
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Managing Director
Internal Audit Department
Assistant Managing Director
Deputy Managing Director
Deputy Managing Director
Deputy Managing Director