Central Pattana Wins Consumers’ Hearts with “Central Shopping Centres,” Securing a 4th Consecutive Title as Thailand’s Most Admired Company 2025–2026

  • Ranked No.1 for four consecutive years in the Shopping Centre category, reflecting strong trust from consumers, partners, and entrepreneurs nationwide.

Bangkok – Central Pattana plc., Thailand’s No.1 sustainable real estate developer, driven by its vision “Imagining better futures for all,” continues to connect residential, hotel, and office businesses across the country. Marking 45 years of success, the company reinforces its role not only as a retail developer, but as a leader shaping the future and elevating Thailand’s potential onto the global stage. Most recently, Central Pattana has secured the prestigious Thailand’s Most Admired Company 2025–2026 award, ranking No.1 with the highest score for four consecutive years in the Shopping Center category. This achievement underscores the highest level of trust from consumers, partners, and entrepreneurs nationwide, reflecting excellence in business performance, management capabilities, and corporate social responsibility. The award is organized by BrandAge, Thailand’s leading business and marketing publication.

Dr. Nattakit Tangpoonsinthana, Chief Marketing Officer of Central Pattana Plc., said: “Being ranked No.1 with the highest level of trust in the Shopping Centre category for four consecutive years by consumers nationwide is a strong driving force for Central Pattana to continue delivering sustainable growth and enhancing the quality of life for Thai people. Over the past 45 years, we are proud to have been part of people’s lives and to play a role in shaping cities and driving the country’s economy. This has positioned Central Pattana as the ‘Centre of Life’—a place that connects people and communities in every location we develop. For us, ‘development’ means creating a better future for people, tenants, and communities. Our shopping centres therefore serve as true centres of life for people of all generations—spaces filled with meaningful connections, joyful experiences, and opportunities for growth.

This latest recognition reaffirms Central Pattana’s leadership through three key strategies:

Strategy 1: Outstanding Business Performance – Driving strong growth and building global recognition. Over the past 45 years, Central Pattana has never stopped evolving, expanding its portfolio to 44 shopping centres nationwide. The company has created significant economic and tourism impact across cities throughout Thailand, while achieving recognition on the global stage. Central Pattana was ranked in the Fortune Southeast Asia 500 (2025) for the second consecutive year, and is the No.1 real estate company from Thailand on the list—underscoring its leadership in elevating the Thai industry to the regional level. A core pillar of Central Pattana’s sustainable market leadership lies in creating impact at both national and global levels. As a Success Partner to both Thai and international brands, the company also plays a key role in elevating Thailand’s major festivals to world-class status—such as Pride Month, Songkran, and Countdown—transforming its shopping centres and Thailand into true global destinations.

Strategy 2: Excellence Business Model A strong business model reinforcing Central Pattana’s position as Thailand’s leading mixed-use developer. The Retail-Led Mixed-Use Development model has proven to be a key success factor for Central Pattana, with its shopping centres serving as the core engine of growth, seamlessly integrated with residential, hotel, and office developments nationwide. This synergy enables each business unit to complement and enhance one another effectively. The retail business continues to lead as a Top Retail Destination, attracting leading global brands and tenants, while non-retail segments have demonstrated consistent growth.

Key highlights in 2025 include the launch of Central Park, a world-class mixed-use development that has achieved remarkable success, featuring a 7-rai sky park that seamlessly connects Park Life and Urban Life. Another milestone is Central Krabi, the first sustainable lifestyle destination under the “Made by Krabi” concept, blending local identity with environmentally conscious design, and targeting international EDGE Certification – Zero Level standards. Looking ahead, Central Pattana continues to advance its future mega projects, including ‘The Central’ Phaholyothin, Central Northville, and Central Khonkaen Campus, as well as a flagship Mega Metropolis development. These projects are set to become new benchmarks in urban development, fostering “The Ecosystem for All”—a sustainable ecosystem that grows alongside all stakeholders.

Strategy 3: Sustainable Ecosystem – Advancing “The Ecosystem for All” to drive sustainable growth across all dimensions and stakeholders. Central Pattana is driving its “The Ecosystem for All” model to create a balanced integration of economic, social, and environmental growth. The company has established Central Pattana Green Growth to deliver tangible carbon reduction initiatives, including the installation of solar rooftops across multiple projects. In addition, the Green Partnership program brings together more than 2,400 brand partners and tenants to collaboratively reduce carbon emissions. The company also extends its Sustainable Lifestyle concept to communities through the Better Futures Project, which has engaged over 500,000 participants over the past three years. Central Pattana remains firmly committed to strong corporate governance, earning recognition among the Top 50 ASEAN Corporate Governance Scorecard, further reinforcing its position as a responsible and sustainable organization.

In addition, to mark its 45th anniversary, Central Pattana has shared its journey of growing alongside Thai people through the campaign “45 Years of Central Pattana: Proud to Develop” The company also created a brand film that tells inspiring stories of people who have been part of its journey—driving continuous development toward a better life and a future full of opportunities. The campaign sparked widespread engagement under the hashtag #โตมากับเซ็นทรัล (translation – growing up with Central), generating over 50 million engagements nationwide. This remarkable response reflects the deep and enduring connection between Central Pattana and people across Thailand.

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