NSTDA, in partnership with Thailand Center of Excellence for Life Sciences (TCELS) and Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research (TISTR), led a group of Thai cosmetic companies participate in COSMETIC 360: The international innovation fair for the cosmetic and perfume industry, on October 18-19, 2023, at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, France. This activity aimed to introduce Thai cosmetics and herbal products that meet global standards of effectiveness and safety to the global market.
During the opening ceremony of Thailand Pavilion, Dr. Uracha Raktanonchai, Executive Vice President of NSTDA, along with executives and researchers from participating agencies, were joined by Mr. Boonyarit Vicheinpuntu, Chargé d'Affaires of the Royal Thai Embassy in Paris.
“This activity is a component of the "Cosmetic Innovation and Business Link" project for 2023. In this project which is a collaborative effort uniting NSTDA, TCELS, and TISTR, six accomplished companies underwent comprehensive training and skill development, dedicated to crafting top-tier, efficient, and safe products tailored for the global market. At the end of the training, Tropicana Oil Co., Ltd. was chosen to participate in COSMETIC 360,” Dr. Uracha explained.
This year, NSTDA and its partners collaborated with the French Embassy in Thailand to celebrate "2023 Thailand-France Year of Innovation," designed to bolster bilateral cooperation between the two nations across diverse fields, with a focus on innovation.
Speaking about their participation in COSMETIC 360, Dr. Uracha emphasized its significance as a collaborative effort between France and Thailand. The Thai team not only showcased innovative products but also formalized a business collaboration agreement between Spike Architectonics Co., Ltd., a Thai deep-tech start-up under NSTDA, and Dr. Michèle Aouizerate Pelletier, a French innovator. This agreement signifies a successful business collaboration in technological innovation between the two countries.
The Thai team's involvement in COSMETIC 360 encompasses various activities, including business meetings with world-class cosmetics companies, academic seminars, and study visits to leading industry players. These initiatives aim to enhance the capabilities of Thai enterprises, enabling them to apply their knowledge, innovation, and experience to develop high-quality and safe products for both domestic and international markets.