Investment Promotion Divisions

This article gives you latest updated (November 2025) of Thailand’s investment promotion framework is structured into four strategic divisions, covering high-potential industries that support sustainable growth, technological advancement, and global competitiveness.

Investment Promotion Division 1: BCG Industries

(Bio–Circular–Green Economy)

This division promotes industries that support sustainability, food security, biotechnology, and healthcare.

Agricultural and Food Industries

  • Upstream agriculture, economic forest and energy crop plantations

  • Animal propagation, animal husbandry, deep-sea fisheries, and animal quarantine facilities for export

  • Processing of agricultural products, including starches, oils and fats, rubber products, food and beverage preservation, food additives, dietary supplements, future food, animal feed, bio-based alcohol, and natural extracts

Modern and Supporting Agriculture

  • Plant and animal breeding

  • Modern agricultural machinery and equipment

  • Plant factories

  • Fertilizers, crop drying and silo facilities

  • Grading, storage, cold storage, and cold-chain transportation

  • Agricultural trading centers

Biotechnology Industry

  • Biotechnology-derived products

  • Bioplastics and biochemicals

  • Biotechnology research and development

Medical and Healthcare Industry

  • Manufacture of medical products, medical devices, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and medicines

  • Non-woven and hygienic products

  • Specialty medical centers and healthcare services

  • Clinical research activities

Investment Promotion Division 2: Advanced Manufacturing Industries

This division supports high-technology manufacturing, advanced engineering, and next-generation mobility.

Machinery, Automation, and Engineering

  • Manufacture and repair of machinery, equipment, and parts

  • Scientific equipment and non-medical optical lenses

Automotive and Electric Vehicle Industry

  • Conventional vehicles and parts

  • Electric vehicles (BEV, PHEV, HEV), EV platforms, batteries, and charging or battery-swapping stations

  • Electric motorcycles, tricycles, buses, trucks, bicycles, and fuel cell vehicles

Transportation, Aerospace, and Defense

  • Shipbuilding and ship repair

  • Rail systems and rolling stock

  • Space and aerospace industries

  • Defense vehicles, weapon systems, unmanned systems, and combat-support equipment

Electrical Appliances and Electronics

  • Electronic design (microelectronics, optoelectronics, embedded systems)

  • Manufacture of electronic products, electrical appliances, components, and parts

Investment Promotion Division 3: Basic and Supporting Industries

This division strengthens Thailand’s industrial foundation and supply chain resilience.

Minerals and Materials

  • Mineral prospecting, mining, processing, smelting, and metallurgy

  • Advanced materials manufacturing and core materials technology development

Steel, Chemical, and Plastics

  • Steel and iron production

  • Chemical and industrial chemical products

  • Petrochemical and plastic products

  • Pulp and paper-based products

Utilities and Industrial Infrastructure

  • Public utilities and basic services

  • Industrial real estate development

  • Service centers for electric vehicle batteries and energy storage systems

Investment Promotion Division 4: Digital, Creative Industries, and High-Value Services

This division focuses on digital transformation, creative industries, and knowledge-based services.

Digital Economy and Smart City

  • Digital technology, infrastructure, and digital ecosystem-supported businesses

  • Smart City development

Creative and Light Industries

  • Technical, functional, and recycled fibers and textiles

  • Garments, household textiles, leather goods, footwear, bags, gems and jewelry

  • Furniture, toys, sports equipment, musical instruments, and printed products

Film and Media Industry

  • Thai motion picture production

  • Film support services

  • Industrial zones for motion picture production (Movie Town)

Professional, R&D, and High-Value Services

  • Professional services, research and development, engineering design

  • Scientific laboratories, calibration and sterilization services

  • Human resource development

Tourism and Logistics

  • Tourism promotion and supporting activities

  • Mass transit systems, logistics service centers, and transportation of bulk goods

Conclusion

Thailand’s investment promotion framework reflects a clear national strategy to attract high-quality, future-ready investments across the entire value chain. Through its four Investment Promotion Divisions—BCG Industries, Advanced Manufacturing, Basic and Supporting Industries, and Digital, Creative and High-Value Services—the country offers diverse opportunities for foreign investors seeking sustainable growth, technological advancement, and regional expansion.

With strong government support, BOI incentives, modern infrastructure, and a well-developed industrial ecosystem, Thailand continues to position itself as a strategic investment hub in Southeast Asia. Investors can benefit from tailored promotion measures, streamlined regulatory processes, and access to regional and global markets.

Foreign companies considering investment in Thailand are encouraged to assess the eligibility of their business activities and structure their projects in alignment with BOI-promoted industries to maximize available incentives and long-term competitiveness. For tailored guidance on BOI applications, regulatory compliance, or investment structuring, professional advice can help ensure a smooth and successful market entry.