The Arya Industrial Estate has received official approval from the Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) to be established as an industrial estate on July 8, 2025. This approval makes Arya the 79th industrial estate in Thailand, under the supervision of IEAT. Currently, the project is moving forward with full-scale development aimed at setting new standards in technology, sustainability, and readiness to attract investment, thereby enhancing the industry and stepping towards becoming a model smart industrial estate of the future for Thailand.

Located in the Arya The Eastern Gateway project on Bangna-Trad Road, Km. 32, Samut Prakan Province, the Arya Industrial Estate spans over 1,891 rai. Once operational, it is expected to generate an investment value exceeding 58.24 billion baht and create over 14,560 new jobs, significantly enhancing the competitiveness of the Thai economy on a global scale.

This approval aligns with the strategy of “Smart Industrial Estate (SMART I.E.)” assigned by the Thai government to IEAT and BOI, aimed at advancing the country’s industrial estates into the future, increasing competitiveness, and attracting foreign investment in an era where technology and sustainability are key factors.

Arya Industrial Estate: A Model Smart Industrial Estate with Comprehensive Infrastructure Development in 7 Dimensions

The SMART I.E. standards represent a necessary and challenging framework for industrial estates in the current era, as they encompass criteria across 7 areas of development. Arya has demonstrated its potential and readiness to overcome these challenges by developing comprehensively across all dimensions and fully meeting the 7 criteria, which include:

  1. Smart Facilities - Utilizing technology and innovation to monitor, control, and manage utility systems in the Arya industrial estate, which has developed modern infrastructure such as air quality monitoring devices and water level tracking systems to enhance the quality of life for residents and employees.
  2. Smart IT - Employing digital technology and the Internet of Things (IoT) to develop database systems and information technology. Arya has implemented high-speed internet networks (5G/Fiber Optic) along with a City Operation Center capable of real-time data collection 24/7.
  3. Smart Energy - Enhancing energy efficiency and utilizing renewable energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, with plans to install Smart Metering systems for the estate's central utilities and solar energy systems for the project.
  4. Smart Economy – Supporting the development of BCG activities that connect industry and community, and creating a business ecosystem that aligns with the capabilities and needs of entrepreneurs in the estate.
  5. Smart Good Corporate Governance - Conducting operations with transparency, disclosing information, and ensuring accountability to build trust among investors and stakeholders.
  6. Smart Living - Developing facilities with a focus on universal design principles to promote health and quality of life. Arya plans green spaces and various amenities such as lifestyle zones and community service centers to enhance the quality of life for residents and employees.
  7. Smart Workforce - Developing knowledge, skills, and an environment conducive to lifelong learning. Arya collaborates with educational institutions and organizations to develop curricula and training for a skilled workforce that meets the needs of target industries.

The Appeal of Arya as a Smart Industrial Estate Meeting Investment Needs from Both Domestic and International Sources

In addition to meeting the 7 criteria, Arya also demonstrates its potential to be a model smart industrial estate ready to compete on the global stage, with benefits from being designated as a “Smart Industrial Estate,” which offers various advantages to investors, particularly in terms of convenience, efficiency, and sustainability, enhancing competitiveness and reducing operational costs.

All of this reflects that Arya is not only a space that meets the demands of modern investors but also serves as a significant driving force in attracting investment from around the world, supporting the Thai industry in achieving stable and sustainable international standards.