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Feb 10, 2026 12:30 AM

GULF secures THB 60 billion, or approximately USD 1.9 billion, to invest in renewable energy power projects with a total contracted generation capacity of 939 MW

BANGKOK, Feb. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gulf Development Public Company Limited (GULF), Thailand's leading power and infrastructure conglomerate, has successfully secured THB 60,000 million in loan facilities to accelerate the development of 27 renewable energy projects. Led by CEO Mr. Sarath Ratanavadi and CFO Ms. Yupapin Wangviwat , the financing—channeled through GULF's renewable energy and waste-to-energy subsidiaries—supports a 939 MW portfolio consisting of 15 solar and Solar BESS projects (843 MW) and 12 industrial waste-to-energy plants (96 MW). This landmark financing underscores GULF's commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2050. The signing ceremony was graced by H.E. Dr. Angela Macdonald, Australian Ambassador to Thailand, and H.E. Ping Kitnikone, Canadian Ambassador to Thailand, alongside senior executives from partner lending institutions.

The 15 solar and Solar BESS projects, representing a total investment of over THB 43,000 million (USD 1,300 million), are set to deliver a combined 843 MW. To date, 12 projects (649 MW) have successfully commenced commercial operations, with the remaining three (194 MW) on track for completion in 2026. This large-scale initiative was financed by a prestigious syndicate of international and domestic lenders. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) served as the Mandated Lead Arranger and Bookrunner, supported by prominent institutions including AIIB, ...