Students from Dusit Thani College have achieved remarkable success at the Tourism Hospitality Management Fair 2024, held at Mahasarakham University, securing the 1st runner-up position with their innovative project “Two Seas, One Journey: Sustainable Integration of Samut Sakhon & Samut Songkhram.”
The winning team consisted of Supakorn Zhang (3rd year), Nattawat Theeraloetphanit (1st year), and Nuttanicha Tiyaparunchai (1st year). Their project, competing under the theme “BCG-Powered Destinations: Where Economy Meets Ecology,” stood out among entries from numerous universities across Thailand.
The team’s innovative proposal focused on transforming two coastal provinces through sustainable tourism development. Their project uniquely integrates industrial tourism in Samut Sakhon with cultural tourism in Samut Songkhram, incorporating Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) economy principles to create a sustainable tourism model.
Key features of their winning project include:
- Development of a modern fishery center combining traditional markets with innovative seafood processing
- Sustainable boat tours featuring wildlife observation and environmental conservation activities
- Local product development emphasizing traditional crafts and innovative sustainable products
- Implementation of green technologies and waste management systems
The project particularly impressed judges with its comprehensive economic and environmental impact analysis, projecting the creation of 3,000 new jobs and a 30% reduction in carbon emissions over five years.
“This achievement reflects not only our students’ innovative thinking but also their commitment to sustainable tourism development,” said Simon David Lloyd, Dean Faculty of Hospitality Management at Dusit Thani College. “Their success demonstrates the quality of education and practical training provided at our institution.”
This recognition at a national level competition reinforces Dusit Thani College’s position as a leading institution in hospitality and tourism education, preparing students to address real-world challenges with innovative, sustainable solutions.
