Bangkok, 5 August 2024 – MR. D.I.Y. Thailand collaborates with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), along with its executives and over 50 employees, to join forest plantation activity expanding green spaces as part of the One Million Trees Planting Project at the Benchakitti Forest Park. The activity includes the donation of 800 perennial and royal trees together with products from MR. D.I.Y. stores worth over 53,000 Baht. Moreover, MR. D.I.Y. also donates 1,000 recycled plastic bottles as part of the Bangkok Magic Hands project aiming to reduce plastic waste and protect workers by turning PET bottles into reflective safety garments. This activity was held to celebrate the milestone of MR. D.I.Y. reached over 800 stores in Thailand and reaffirmed its commitment to supporting sustainable growth in Thai society under the MR. D.I.Y. Cares project.


Andy Chin, Chief Executive Officer of MR. D.I.Y. Thailand emphasised the company's commitment to sustainable business practices: “Over the past eight years, MR. D.I.Y. has operated in Thailand with a focus on fairness, transparency, and community responsibility. As the leading home improvement retailer with the largest number of stores in Thailand, we are dedicated to contributing to the nation’s goal of achieving Carbon Neutrality by 2050 and Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2065. This year, we celebrate the expansion to 803 stores in 74 provinces (as of June 2024) by partnering with BMA to plant trees that will help absorb carbon dioxide and act as a dust shield for Thai people."

Arnupharp Kongmalai, Vice President of Marketing Department of MR. D.I.Y. Thailand highlighted the company’s ongoing dedication to societal support: "MR. D.I.Y. is committed to giving back to Thai society by supporting and standing alongside the Thai people to overcome every crisis in all economic conditions by supporting Thai people to have access to quality products at reasonable prices. Additionally, we aim to provide assistance and support to the public and private sectors as well as communities and individuals to gain all suitable opportunities for a better quality of life through MR. D.I.Y. Cares project, which has been established for over six years. Our donation of over 1,000 used plastic bottles is also one of our MR. D.I.Y. Cares initiatives. This initiative is a testament to our employees’ dedication to creating value for society. The Bangkok Magic Hands project, initiated by the Environment Department of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, is another project we are committed to continuously supporting to create public benefits for Bangkok’s staff, providing them with safety uniforms while performing their duties in maintaining the environment and communities for Thai society."

MR. D.I.Y. is committed to fostering sustainable growth through the MR. D.I.Y. Cares project by providing assistance, support, and care to Thai people across all regions through various social activities covering environmental, social, and governance aspects. These efforts include increasing green spaces and continuously supporting the quality of life for Thai people nationwide sustainably.

For more information, please visit MR. D.I.Y. Thailand at – Website: www.mrdiy.co.th Facebook: @mrdiyTH, Instagram: @mrdiy.thailand, TikTok: @mrdiy.thailand, Line: @mrdiythailand, LinkedIn: MR.DIY Thailand, and YouTube: MR DIY Thailand

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About MR. D.I.Y.

MR. D.I.Y. is a leading home improvement retailer with the largest number of stores in Thailand. Founded in 2016, MR. D.I.Y. has rapidly expanded its presence, with over 800 stores in 74 provinces across the country with the dedication to making a positive difference in the lives of its valued customers by offering convenience at all of its stores nationwide and a wide selection of — approximately 15,000 SKUs — across 6 key categories — Hardware, Household and Furnishing, Electrical, Stationery & Sports, Toys and Others

All MR. D.I.Y. stores are managed directly, and the company often works in collaboration with other mass merchandise retailers or owners of malls or shopfront properties. At the core of its growth lies a steadfast commitment to customer satisfaction, exemplified by a customer-centric approach. MR. D.I.Y. embraces innovation, ensuring a wide range of products that epitomize excellence in quality while providing value for money. The company remains true to its guiding principle: “ALWAYS LOW PRICES.”

 

For further information, please contact
Corporate Communications of MR. D.I.Y. Thailand
Pichamon Kujaphun (Ms. Luk-Tarn) Tel. 02-316-0004-13 (Ext. 726) Email: Pichamon.k@mrdiy.com
Siroratt Rujikiatkamjorn (Ms. Fa) Tel. 02-316-0004-13 (Ext. 728) Email: Siroratt.r@mrdiy.com
Thepparuk Kittirungruang (Ms. Pa-Pear) Tel. 02-316-0004-13 (Ext. 738) Email: thepparuk.k@mrdiy.com