Shin Satellite believes that, as a socially responsible corporation, it should encourage the development of society and play an active role in the development. The Company’s social contributions theme is “education”. That is, the Company aims to contribute to society by helping to further the development of education.
To promote science education, especially in satellite telecommunications, to children and youths, Shin Satellite has provided satellite models and information on satellites to the Science Centre for Education for exhibition. Moreover, the Company also founded the Satellite Museum at the Thaicom Satellite Station in Nonthaburi to disseminate knowledge on the history and development of satellite telecommunications.
Every year, Thaicom Satellite station receives to more than 30 groups of the visitors (ranging from 10-150 persons per group) from schools, universities, educational institutes, Government Agencies, Military, private companies, etc. from Bangkok, other provinces and overseas. The Company provides a satellite station facilities tour and gives information on satellites and related fields by experts from Thaicom satellite engineers. These team activities are free of charge.
Our intention has always been to provide knowledge regarding the satellite field. The Company has produced a booked named “Knowledge about the Satellite” to give away to children and general public free of charge. This book contains information such as explaining what a satellite is, how satellites works, how to control satellites and about satellite launchers with graphics to help explain.
During the Children’s Day every year, Shin Satellite has distributed many gift items such as books, pencils, pencil cases, or bags to students in many schools in Bangkok, Nonthaburi, Pathumthani, and other provinces. These gifts are used for the Children’s Day activities in those schools.
