May 2012 – At the heart of a market set to account for 30 to 40% of new vehicles by 2025, and 20% from as early as 2020, pure electric cars (battery-run) and hybrid rechargeable cars, with extendable battery life or fuel-cell battery, are receiving strong input from industrial players and government authorities in France, keen to address environmental concerns, boost the sector’s competitiveness and secure its energy independence.  A charter signed with the French Ministry for Industry in September 2011 lists the ten commitments which industry professionals must make when offering low-carbon vehicles and related products and services to consumers, featuring high performance benefits, quality, ease of use and safety. Highway companies, parking operators, traders and dealers have also signed up to the effort.  1-France’s fleet of electric passenger and lightweight utility vehicles is the largest in Europe (15,000 units) and the third-largest in the world, after the United States and Japan [1] . PSA launched the Peugeot 3008 hybrid in 2011, the world’s first mass-produced hybrid diesel car. In spring 2012, the Citroen DS5, operating on the same technology, is arriving on the market, along with the top-range Peugeot 508 RXH. In 2012, Toyota will produce a hybrid version of the Yaris III, in Valenciennes (Nord-Pas de Calais region). For city use, Venturi (Eclectic), Goupil G3, Lumeneo (Smera and Neoma), MEGA, Micro Vett (Fiat), Tracetel (Whoop), and Courb (C Zen) are developing engine-powered tricycles and quadricycles, while Gepebus (PVI), Tecnobus, Irisbus and Gruau are bringing out buses, and Renault-Trucks a line of trucks.  Batteries are produced in France by SAFT (Lithium-Ion) and Batscap-Bolloré (Lithium Metal Polymer) . Renault will start producing electric engines in Cléon (Haute-Normandie region) in 2013, and batteries (after Nissan NEC paves the way) in Flins (Paris region) in 2014. Pivotal to BMW’s partnership with PSA is a hybrid components plant in Mulhouse for 2014 (Alsace region). Parts manufacturers such as Valeo are involved in the electrification of the powertrain, power electronics and vehicle weight reduction. 2- A government-backed environment. The French government’s Automobile Bonus, in place since 2008, has channeled a total of €2.3 billion into the market, fostering the acquisition of 3.9 million new low-pollution vehicles. The 2012 scale maintains ambitious support through incentives ranging from €2,000 to €5,000 per low-carbon vehicle. An incentive scheme from the French Environment and Energy Management Agency ADEME also exists for quadricycles and certain heavy-duty vehicles.  Significant funding (€100 million) has been allocated to emission reduction and low-carbon vehicles, within four innovation clusters dedicated to automobiles and transport solutions (Mov’eo, Id4Car, Vehicles for the Future and Lyon Urban Truck and Bus). More general s upport for R&D is also available through France’s Research Tax Credit and the innovation agency OSEO.  Initiated in 2009, France’s Plan for the Development of Rechargeable Electric and Hybrid vehicles illustrates the commitment of the French government to promote low-carbon vehicles. The Multi-Year Land Transport Program (“ Predit N°4”, backed with €400 million of funding) allocates an average 50% of its funding to electric and hybrid vehicles. Two technological platforms are running today: Steeve Grenoble & Amiens (energy storage, piloted by the French Atomic Energy and Alternative Energies Commission CEA and the French National Institute for Industrial Environment and Risks INERIS) and  Movéo’DEGE Saclay (piloted by the French Institute of Petroleum IFP). French Environment and Energy Management Agency ADEME’s first two research demonstration funds on “low greenhouse gas road vehicles” have been approved (€108 million). They also support experimental efforts such as Kléber (rechargeable hybrid vehicle in Strasbourg), SAVE (Seine Aval VE), CROME (CROss-border Mobility for Evs) with Germany, VERT (in Réunion). BMW meanwhile experimented with a French fleet of Mini E cars up to the end June 2011, and will launch an operational fleet with ActiveEs in 2012.  In order to guarantee fully-safe electric vehicle deployment, in particular in underground parking lots, tests have been carried out on electric vehicle battery safety, in conjunction with government authorities.  The Recharge Infrastructures Working Group for electric vehicles (GT IRVE), placed under the supervision of the Ministry for Industry, is responsible for consultation and coordination with sector professionals (Schneider Electric, Legrand, Parkéon, DBT, Saintronic, Sagem.com, EDF Sodretel, Hager, etc.) on all national government issues: provisions introduced under the Grenelle II Act (municipality consortia, building permits, office or apartment block parking lots), Green Paper recommendations on recharge infrastructures accessible to the public, a common definition of the “safe electric vehicle”, standardization, support (French Government Investment Bank CDC or the French Environment and Energy Management Agency ADEME) for experiments and recharge infrastructure deployment (eco-cities and pilot metropolitan areas having signed a charter in 2010).  The French government’s “National Investment Program” has helped boost support for electrochemical storage, through the “low-carbon energies” segment of its activities. The “ Vehicle of the Future" segment meanwhile focused on advanced electric powertrain and hybrid techniques as well as recharge stations, while also opening up a unit dedicated to funding recharge infrastructures on public highways. Already-published multilateral investment agreements (AMIs) have been granted a budget of over €500 million. Furthermore, the French government has announced an accreditation program and €54 million in funding for the VEDECOM Institute for Excellence in Low-Carbon Energies, specifically in the field of land transport and eco-mobility, which will set up a venue in Satory (Paris region) where transport players can work together to deploy new systems and new vehicles.  Lastly, the Orders Consortium steered by La Poste and coordinated by state procurement body UGAP announced in October 2011 the outcome of a call for tenders on the acquisition of 2,000 vehicles for four years. The UGAP has also signed partnerships with various representatives of the local authorities and plans to launch a new call for tenders in 2012.  David Appia, Chairman and CEO of the Invest in France Agency (IFA) stated, “ France offers a world-class platform for foreign industrial players who wish to develop low-carbon vehicles, taking advantage of an environment highly conducive to innovation and boasting top-tier training for engineers. France’s innovation clusters and government incentives dedicated to the automotive sector enhance France’s investment attractiveness in these technologies building the future”.  The Invest in France Agency (IFA) is the national agency responsible for promoting and facilitating international investment in France. It also coordinates initiatives to promote France’s economic attractiveness. The IFA network operates worldwide. In France, the IFA works in partnership with regional development agencies to offer international investors outstanding business opportunities and customized services. F or further information, please visit www.investinfrance.org For further information: Mr. Duc NGUYEN ASEAN Director Invest in France Agency (IFA) office in Singapore Embassy of France in Singapore 101-103 Cluny Park Road Singapore 259595 T. +65 6880 7879 M.+65 9295 6036 F. +65 6880 7880 duc.nguyen@investinfrance.org www.invest-in-france.org Regional press contact: Ms. Ratchaneekorn MEKCHAI French Trade Commission UBIFRANCE French Embassy in Thailand Tel: + 66 2 352 41 19 Email: ratchaneekorn.mekchai@ubifrance.fr www.ubifrance.com/th [1] Since 2011, a large number of vehicles have been available on the French market, for purchase or rent, including the following electric cars: Renault Fluence Z.E., MIA Electric (ex-Heuliez), Bolloré BlueCar (AutoLib’ in Paris), Renault Kangoo Maxi Z.E. (produced in Maubeuge) Combi, Citroën C-Zéro, Peugeot Ion, Venturi Fetish, Nissan Leaf, Mitsubishi I-Miev, Tesla Roadster, Think City, Opel Ampera, Chevrolet Volt. They will be followed by Volvo C30, Renault Twizy, Renault Zoé (Flins, Paris region), Smart Ed (produced in Hambach, Lorraine region), Tesla Model S., Exagon Furtive eGT (Magny-Cours, Bourgogne region), Ford Focus EV, Ford Transit Connect, Hyundai BlueOn, Toyota RAV4 EV, VW Golf blue e-motion, Fiat e 500, Chevrolet e spark, BMW i3.

    UBIFRANCE - The Trade Commission of the French Embassy, in collaboration with the Thai-French Technical Association (TFTA), organized a one-day event dedicated to Electricity in Thailand (including presentations and business meetings) on Wednesday 15 th February 2012 at the Swissotel Le Concorde Bangkok Hotel, with the support of the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT), the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) as well as the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA).   The goal is to present and share French delegates’ technologies, know-how and expertise in the field of power generation, transmission and distribution, with Thai public companies of electricity production and distribution, as well as Thai private companies (engineering, consultants, etc.).    The attendees also had the opportunity to get the latest information on Power business from the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT), the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) and the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA).   Presentations of the speakers available for downloading below.   For more information, please contact: UBIFRANCE - The Trade Commission of the French Embassy Mr. Freddy Cholière Commercial Attaché Tel: 02 352 4100 Freddy.choliere@ubifrance.fr Press contact: Ms. Ratchaneekorn Mekchai Press and Communication Tel: 02 352 4119 ratchaneekorn.mekchai@ubifrance.fr      

The Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the French Embassy in Thailand and the leading French companies, hosted a national French Pavilion at the BOI Fair from 5 to 13 Januray 2012 at the Challenger Hall 2, Impact Muang Thong Thani. 14 high-profile French companies exhibited at the French Pavilion and showcased their know-how and achievements in terms of sustainable development and green technologies. This 90 sqm French Pavilion introduced you to some of the biggest French companies operating in Thailand.   H.E. Mr. Gildas Le Lidec, the Ambassador of France to Thailand,  visited the French Pavilion on Monday 11 January. The press conference was organized during his visit with the presence of 19 journalists including TNN24 satellite TV, and the delegation from BOI Paris and French investors.   French exhibitors: MIST-Bel Retail Ltd. imports, develops and distributes French and international perfumes and cosmetics. www.belperfumes.com   Bouygues-Thai Ltd. Bouygues is a diversified industrial group with a strong corporate culture. Its business activities focus on two main sectors: construction with Bouygues Construction (building, civil works, electrical contracting), Bouygues Immobilier (property development) and Colas (roads), and Telecom/Media with TF1 (TV) and Bouygues Telecom (mobile communication). Bouygues Construction commits itself to undertake ambitious sustainable development initiatives relating to the design of its works as well as the execution of its sites. www.bouygues-construction.com   Essilor Essilor is the worldwide leader in corrective lenses, founded in 1972. From design to manufacturing, Essilor creates lenses for all types of visual corrections and disorders. The group’s know-how also covers the manufacturing and distribution of optical instruments. By constantly striving to stay at the leading edge of innovation, the Essilor group has maintained its technological lead. The Essilor group has a very extensive and homogenous distribution network so as to meet any demand within a very short timeframe. Varilux, Crizal,   Xperio are well-known brands that contribute to Essilor’s success. Our booth concept is built around Essilors mission of "Seeing the world better" and will educate and inform about the importance of good vision and correction needed for visual disorders. All of Essilors production sites are certified ISO9001, OHSAS18001 and ISO14001 and work in full conformity with the environmental and safety laws. www.essilor.co.th   GeoPost SA As a subsidiary of LA POSTE, Geopost is part of one of the largest transportation companies worldwide, with a history in services and distribution dating back to more than 500 years. Geopost brings together all of LA POSTEs express parcel activities, carrying out collections in more than 50 countries around the world and delivering in more than 230 markets worldwide, mainly under the brand DPD, a sustainable parcel service provider. www.geopostgroup.com Horizon Software Bangkok Ltd. Horizon Software, an IT specialist in capital markets, has been operating in the financial environment since 1998. Headquartered in Paris, Horizon Software has offices in London, Hong Kong, Tokyo, New York, Dubai and Bangkok. Horizon provides technologically advanced solutions for ultra low-latency, high frequency trading and market making to a wide range of market players. Horizon suite covers a wide range of needs from electronic trading and position keeping systems to workflow solutions. www. hsoftware.com   Lamberet (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Lamberet (Thailand) is an international supplier of all sizes of insulated and refrigerated containers for the transportation of perishable goods. Your one-stop solution for all controlled- temperature logistic issues in Thailand and in South-East Asia. All along the food production, processing, and distribution chain, and for the pharmaceutical industry, Lamberet (Thailand) helps guarantee that fresh and frozen products are transported safely and with the required traceability. From pick-up to semi-trailers, all applications are covered. Efficient insulation, and real-time control, to minimize energy consumption and wastage of goods during transport and storage of perishable goods. www.lamberetasia.com   MACA PUNTO Co., Ltd. MACA PUNTO is a new established company in Thailand which main objective is to launch Espresso Capsules Coffee Machines for Offices, Hotels, Restaurants, Boutiques, Showrooms, Shops, etc.… and Automatic Coffee Machines (up to 18 selections) for the professionals of the Coffee Shops, Restaurants and Hotels sectors. MACA PUNTO , a Thai-French company, is very pleased to introduce very nice coffee beans from Brazil, Columbia, Costa Rica and Venezuela , especially roasted in Italy . New ranges of coffees from the region, Thailand, Vietnam and Laos have been recently developed and meet great success. MACA PUNTO , a one stop service where you can buy Coffee Machines and Great Coffees. www.macapunto.com   MPO Asia MPO, under its brand MPOWER, proposes a broad portfolio of high quality photovoltaic solutions:  Innovative Floating PV system - Solutions for commercial sector - Building Integrated Solutions - PV for homeowner. MPO provides with replication of CD, DVD, Blu Ray and USB Key for Audio, Video Multimedia and Entertainment Business.  MPO also offers Supply Chain Management Services, including secured warehouse dedicated to high value goods. MPO is located near international air and sea ports. www.mpoasia.com   Schneider Electric As the global specialist in energy management with operations in more than 100 countries, Schneider Electric offers integrated solutions across multiple market segments, including leadership positions in energy and infrastructure, industrial processes, building automation, and data centres/networks, as well as a broad presence in residential applications. Focused on making energy safe, reliable, and efficient, the companys 110,000 plus employees achieved sales of 19.6 billion Euros in 2010, through an active commitment to help individuals and organizations “Make the most of their energy.” www.schneider-electric.com Sofitel Luxury Hotels Sofitel So Bangkok (opening early 2012), is introducing a new chapter of design hotel, where creativity and innovation have no boundaries. Created around The Five Elements (Water, Earth, Wood, Metal, and Fire), this stylish and luxurious design hotel with cutting-edge city living concept is located in the prime diplomatic and business district on Sathorn Rd. overlooking a stunning view of Lumpini Park.   Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit is the Southeast Asia flagship for Sofitel Luxury Hotels opening in March 2012. The hotel has 345 elegant, warm and contemporary rooms including 231 Luxury rooms, 77 Luxury Club Millésime rooms and 32 Prestige suites. The wonderful hotel facilities include 13 meeting rooms with a 700 M2 ballroom, two signature restaurants, Voilā and LAppart, a hotel bar and three additional outlets. Recreational facilities include Le Spa with LOccitane, So Fit, a spacious gym, and a large swimming pool.       www.sofitel.com   Somfy (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Somfy’s activities are based on one business: the automatic control of openings and closures in homes and buildings. The Group constantly innovates for greater comfort and security while contributing to energy savings. A market leader, Somfy is engaged in a profitable and lasting growth strategy associating geographical expansion and new product development to respond to specific market needs. Somfys core activity in Thailand is to promote energy savings through intelligent facade management in residential and commercial buildings. The background of Somfy booth at the French Pavilion will display natural environment (as seen through a building window).   Up to 3 window covering products will be displayed.   All those products will be controlled either manually with an iPad, remote and switch or with a sun sensor controller that will make the blinds move according to the presence of the sun. The goal is to protect the windows from receiving radiation and heat generated from the sun and to provide visual comfort to the room while reducing air-conditioning needs. www.somfy.co.th Technip Engineering (Thailand) Ltd. Technip Engineering (Thailand) Ltd., established in 1997, is part of the Technip Group, a world leader in the field of project management, engineering and construction for the energy industry, offering the best solutions and most innovative technologies to meet its challenges. With a current workforce over 600 staff, Technip Engineering (Thailand) offers services in the offshore and onshore oil & gas industries in Thailand with capabilities in Feasibility/Conceptual study, Basic/Front-end/ Detailed engineering design including Engineering, Procurement and Construction/Construction management (EPC/ EPCm) Work. Technip Engineering (Thailand) is certified ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004 and OHSAS 18001:2007. Sustainable Development is an everyday commitment of the Group. During the execution of each of its projects, Technip strives to obtain the highest level of performance in all areas of Sustainable Development: workplace health and safety, environmental protection, industrial relations and actions in support for local development. Technip has also set ambitious goals in terms of corporate governance, integrity and transparency. In green technologies, Technip as a key contributor to global energy solutions is developing its renewable energy strategy and capability in the following areas- Biofuels, Solar photovoltaic, Marine Energy, Carbon Capture and Storage, and Geothermal. www.technip.com   Valeo Valeo is an independent industrial Group fully focused on the design, production and sale of components, integrated systems and modules for the automotive industry, mainly for CO2 emissions reduction. Valeo ranks among the worlds top automotive suppliers. The Group has 124 plants, 21 research centers, 39 development centers, 10 distribution platforms and employs 61,400 people in 28 countries worldwide. Valeo favors “green” products and systems, anticipates future regulations, invests to reduce its direct impact on the environment and takes the necessary measures to save and preserve natural resources. Valeo is recognized as a world leader in innovation, channeling 6% of sales into R&D and filing over 600 patents every year. Valeo attaches great importance to the health and safety of its employees, as well as to their training and development, while insisting on the respect by all of the fundamental values outlined in the Group’s Code of Ethics. www.valeo.com About the organiser of French Pavilion at BOI Fair 2012: Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce (FTCC): The Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization whose main focus is to promote business relations between Thai and French companies. Today, it represents a dynamic and powerful business network of 251 members from various sectors.   The FTCC is committed to 3 main areas of responsibility: - To promote bilateral trade and investment between France and Thailand - To represent, federate, and inform its Members and serve their interests - To support commercial endeavours from French Companies in Thailand and Thai companies in France   More information on www.francothaicc.com Contact : Lucas Boudet, Executive Director ( lucas@francothaicc.com )   Press contact: UBIFRANCE, the Trade Commission of the French Embassy Ms. Ratchaneekorn Mekchai ratchaneekorn.mekchai@ubifrance.fr Tel: 02 352 4119, 02 352 4100, 089 780 0518   FRANCO-THAI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Mr. Arnaud Foucart, Senior Communication Manager arnaud@francothaicc.com Tel: 02 650 9769 .

A specialist in sustainable transport and energy production, the Levidac Group manufactures and develops new technologies through its Energy Sufficient subsidiary.   The company will exhibit its hybrid and electric vehicle solutions at IGEM (International Greentech & Eco Products Exhibition & Conference Malaysia) from 7-10 September 2011 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Energy and transport professionals, automakers and public transport agencies will have an opportunity to discover these vehicles at its stand (Booth A042, Hall 1) in the French pavilion, with a view to future partnerships. Energy Sufficient produces electric vehicles that have been adapted to the tropical market and are available in catalogues. Its offering includes light-weight electric cars, utility vehicles, lorries, vans, buses and tramways. A revolutionary turbine system and an advanced hybrid battery system for electric vehicles are two of the innovative technologies developed by the company. What’s more, Energy Sufficient offers an eco-friendly package: the vehicle comes complete with battery plus installation of the charger and its energy production solution. Customers thus become fully energy independent in their means of transport and can independently charge their batteries as well. Energy Sufficient has also developed innovative, self-generating power systems for electric vehicle charging stations. Its energy-production solutions include photovoltaics, vertical axis wind turbines (ready to plug in with power of 300-4 kW, high energy efficiency, a noiseless solution and expected anti-cyclonic protection), fuel cells and biogas, with electricity production from green waste. “As the leading green automaker in the Indian Ocean, we’re a new company with a young and dynamic spirit developing innovative, high-tech businesses”, says Illya Cadivel, CEO of Energy Sufficient. The company offers a wide range of products and services meeting customers’ diverse needs, as evidenced by its catalogue. Energy Sufficient, for example, produces light-weight electric and hybrid vehicles designed to carry two to five passengers. It can run purely on an electric battery for 100-250 km, and batteries in certain models can be recharged in 30 minutes. The electric utility vehicle range offers vans and cab-chassis suitable for motor vehicles, both of which can operate solely on their battery for at least 100 km. The same holds true for all-electric industrial vehicles that start out with a 7-tonne, 10-tonne or 12-tonne cab-chassis. The Public Passenger Transport offering comprises 17- to 40-seat vans and minibuses. The offering is rounded out by five models of buses and coaches with some 50 to 70 seats that can run on their electric battery for 150-500 km. It has been particularly successful in China, where Levidac has partnered with ZONDA to develop an entire range of innovative, all-electric buses for both the domestic and export markets.   The range of vehicles developed by Levidac will culminate in 2013 with the Aliséo tramway, a hydroelectric hybrid that can operate without a driver on any type of urban terrain, however uneven. For use as either a passenger or commercial vehicle, the tram will cost six times less to operate than an equivalent standard vehicle.  Levidac Group Located on Reunion Island, Levidac was created in response to the lack of vehicles designed specifically for tropical markets and the fact that local car dealerships and body shops had little to offer in the way of high-tech vehicles. Levidac companies specialize in developing and producing unique and innovative hybrid and electric vehicles at the local level. Levidac offers the following services: - Research and consulting. - Design and prototyping. - Testing and process characterization. - Project management and ownership of pilot solutions. For any further information: Energy Sufficient (Levidac Group Co) Mr Illya Cadivel, CEO Tel: +262 692 036 036 Email: cadivel@levidac.fr 6, rue Edmond Albius 97400 Saint-Denis, France Tel: +262 262 202 402 Website: www.levidac.fr Press contact: French Trade Commission – UBIFRANCE, French Embassy in Thailand Regional Press Office Ms. Ratchaneekorn Mekchai Tel : +66 2 352 4119 ratchaneekorn.mekchai@ubifrance.fr

       Further to the 1st successful edition of the International Greentech & Eco Products Exhibition & Conference Malaysia last year, the Malaysian Ministry of Energy, Green Technology and Water will organize the 2nd edition of IGEM from 7 to 10 September 2011 at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia. This four-day event will make thematic focuses on sustainable energy, renewable energy and green energy and it will draw on more than 500 companies/organizations from around the world and over 80,000 visitors. The French Pavilion, organized by UBIFRANCE - the French agency for international business development, in partnership with the EU-Malaysia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (EU-MCCI), will showcase innovative solutions for green and sustainable development in which French know-how has become a global reference: from renewable energy technologies to energy efficiency, from waste management to green building, from eco-products and services to smart transport systems. The French exhibitors so far registered are Alstom, Energy Sufficient (Levidac Group Co), PELLENC Selective Technologies, PRIAMA, Saint-Gobain Construction Products (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. About French participants: Alstom has been active in Malaysia for almost 40 years, being a key player in Power, Transport and Grid sectors of the Malaysian economy, with prominent local presence and capabilities, serving the region. ALSTOM Asia Pacific Sdn. Bhd. was formed to supply local and regional customers with cost effective and optimum solutions that meet Alstom’s high quality standards. The group is also active in Singapore and Thailand. (Booth A049-A052) www.alstom.com     Energy Sufficient (Levidac Group Co) , active in urban green transportation, develops innovating products systems (revolutionary turbine system, advanced hybrid battery system, etc.) for electric vehicles (EV), as well as self-energy production systems for EV charging stations. The company offers a total green package called “Eco Responsible Package” including upstream green energy production systems, energy storage systems; public and private charging stations for EV and other applications, new innovating EV solutions, new automated innovative Tramway system. (Booth A042) www.levidac.fr   PELLENC Selective Technologies develops, produces and markets optical sorting machines for household and industrial waste. PELLENC ST has taken commingled waste sorting equipment to a new level, with a comprehensive range of high technology sorting machines that analyze, recognize, separate and eject selected recyclables or contaminants from mixed municipal, construction, industrial, packaging and domestic waste. Using advanced techniques such as spectroscopy, multispectral vision scanning, infra-red and induction, PELLENC equipment quite simply sorts and separates at a new level of speed and efficiency, purity and selectiveness. A continuous research and development program ensures that customer-led sorting and separating solutions keep PELLENC ST to the fore in the recycling and reclamation industries. (Booth A047-A048) www.pellencst.com/en   PRIAMA focuses on development of a sustainable waterways transport system, designing and delivering no-fuel boats aimed at the following market sectors: Public transport on waterways, River taxi and river shuttle, Tourist cruises, Leisure boating, Water-sport activities, Water leisure parks. Its electric and solar boats are in total harmony with the environment with features such as: no-fuel, no fumes or gases, no noise, cheap to operate, high customer appeal. (Booth A043)     Operating under the brand Gyproc and forming part of the larger Gypsum activity, the Saint-Gobain Construction Products Company is the largest gypsum board manufacturing company in Malaysia serving growing markets of Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and New Zealand.  Gyproc’s range of innovative gypsum board system solutions for internal walls, wall linings and ceilings is contemporary, functionally simple yet versatile in creating demanding interior designs. Having a track record of use in prestigious buildings worldwide, they are the preferred choice of building materials for commercial as well as residential developments as they offer lightweight, cost-effective and fast-track construction, making buildings more energy efficient and environmentally friendly, while providing quality of life for the owners.    Made from green, recyclable materials, Gyproc products offer high performance sound and thermal insulation, fire- and moisture-resistant properties. (Booth A053-A054) www.gyprocmalaysia.com   These 5 French leading companies are keen to welcome regional industry players and professionals on their booth in order to foster the development of green partnership and collaboration. The French Trade Commissions – UBIFRANCE will assist you to arrange business meetings with French exhibitors during the IGEM show (UBIFRANCE: Booth A044, Hall 1).   For more information, please kindly contact: French Trade Commission – UBIFRANCE, French Embassy   Malaysia Mr. Arnaud Dupuis Trade Advisor Tel.: +60 (0)3 2053 5631 arnaud.dupuis@ubifrance.fr   Singapore Ms. Estelle David Trade Advisor Tel.: +65 6880 7856 estelle.david@ubifrance.fr   Thailand Ms. Anchisa Kanjanarujivut Trade Advisor Tel: + 66 2 352 4113 anchisa.kanjanarujivut@ubifrance.fr   Regional press contact: Ms. Ratchaneekorn Mekchai Tel : +66 2 352 4119 Ratchaneekorn.mekchai@ubifrance.fr       

    On Tuesday, May 10, the French Trade Commission – UBIFRANCE of the French Embassy in Thailand, in collaboration with the Technical Department of Thai Airways International PLC, organized the “THAI-FRENCH AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE & REPAIR SEMINAR” with the purpose of presentation and exchange of knowledge and innovation on aeronautic MRO technology of both countries. This event attracted more than 200 guests in the field of aviation; attendees from public and private organizations, companies, airlines, educational institution, etc. Mr. PASCAL FURTH, Economic Counselor of French Embassy, and Flg. Off. CHALERMPOL INTARAWONG, Vice President of Aircraft Maintenance Center (Suvarnabhumi), Thai Airways International, presided over the Opening Ceremony. A special lecture regarding "Thai Airways Future Aircraft Maintenance" was given by Sqn. Ldr. BANCHA CHOONASIT, Deputy Vice President of the Aircraft Maintenance Center. The participants had a great opportunity to hear lectures about the latest innovations in aircraft maintenance from French experts. Furthermore, demonstrations from 8 leading French entities (LASELEC, AQUARESE, TLD, CFFC, APAVE, EUROCOPTER, DRIESSEN ZODIAC AEROSPACE and ATR EASTERN SUPPORT) were displayed, as well as 9 local exhibitors from the Technical Department of Thai Airways, Thai Aviation Industries Co., Ltd. (TAI), Department of Civil Aviation (DCA), Civil Aviation Training Center (CATC), Kasetsart University, Rangsit University, King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB), THE AEROSPACE MAGAZINE and TANGO MAGAZINE.       For more information, please contact: Ms. Anchisa KANJANARUJIVUT French Trade Commission - UBIFRANCE French Embassy Tel: 02 352 41 00 Anchisa.kanjanarujivut@ubifrance.fr                                               

           As part of a world exclusive, Serac will unveil French start-up Agami’s Roll N Blow thermoforming machine at its stand at Interpack. Serac is a shareholder in Agami and both companies are working in tight partnership. The machine is designed to produce bottles much more inexpensively than is possible using traditional methods, and that are much lighter. It uses innovative tubular thermoforming technology, with reels of plastic sheeting that are extruded flat at high speed. It can produce tall, round bottles with capacities of between 100 and 500 mL. It is targeting the producers of fresh dairy products, yoghurt drinks in particular, as well as fruit juice manufacturers.   A simple technology that combines thermoforming and blowing. The raw materials come as rolls of plastic sheeting. The sheeting is cut into strips. Each strip is shaped into a tube around a blow pipe. Each strip is then welded longitudinally. The resulting plastic tube is then heated and blown into a mould in order to create a bottle. Many types of plastic can be used for thermoforming (PS, PP, PLA, PET, etc.). There are also economic benefits in using multilayer materials, since the films are extruded flat.   Real cost savings Producing very wide plastic films, extruded flat at high speed, is very economical. On the machine, the plastic is converted from sheet form straight into bottle form. This generates purchase savings of 30 to 50%. Using reels of plastic sheeting as the base material reduces transport and storage costs, as well as the costs of handling the bottles or empty preforms before they are blown. Whereas previously 25 lorries were needed for supplying actual bottles or 5 lorries for supplying preforms, now only one is needed for supplying the reels of plastic sheeting.    In terms of the accessories required for production, consumption is reduced right across the board compared with traditional technologies: the blowing is carried out at low pressure (less than 6 bars) and at low temperature (under 150°C). There is no need for a high-pressure compressor and 2 to 3 times less electricity is needed than with traditional preform blowing.   The Roll n Blow thermoforming machine on display at the show can produce up to 7000 bottles/hour. Come and view this innovation at Serac’s stand at Interpack 2011: Hall 13 C63/D64.   Press Contact : Dominique Ledru au 02 43 60 27 83 (Tel direct) Email: doledru@serac.fr Website: www.serac-group.com   For any further information about Serac’s stand at Interpack: www.serac-group.com/interpack2011   MALAYSIA – Serac Asia Mr. Wilfrid MARIE Tel: (60) 123 052 620