Ethical conduct is at the core of Tongkah's business practices. We believe in treating everyone - our shareholders, clients, employees, business partners, and the communities we serve - with the utmost regard for business integrity.

Being ethical is not only the right thing to do; it also makes good business sense. We believe that acting in accordance with high ethical standards is one of the ways Tongkah secures and maintains business relationships and attracts and retains employees. In this spirit, we strive to ensure business integrity is at the forefront of our business.

Tongkah takes pride in its ability to maintain the highest legal and ethical standards while continuing to grow its business. Our commitment to Business Integrity is and will remain an unwavering pillar of our company's corporate citizenship and business success.

Environmental Corporate Responsibility

Responsible Mining defines how we do business at Tongkah. As a leader in the mining industry, we have a responsibility to protect the environment, to conduct our business based on the highest ethical standards, and to contribute to the welfare of the communities in which we operate. This commitment makes us stronger and more successful as a company.   

Wherever we operate, we work closely with communities, governments and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to make a positive difference and help communities prosper.  We believe that Tongkah’s business objectives and sustainable development go hand in hand. Our aim is to share the benefits of mining with our employees and the community and contribute to economic and social development.  

Tongkah takes great pride in its commitment to operate in a manner that preserves the environment and the dignity of the communities in which it operates. The company is committed to being a responsible corporate citizen and continuing its conscientious stewardship of natural resources and the ecology for present and future generations.

To attain the overall vision, the company will strive to:

Tongkah and all of its employees share in the responsibility for meeting this commitment to both the environment and the community.


Social Responsibility

Tongkah recognizes among its highest priorities its responsibility and commitment to the social well being and development of the communities in which it works. To this end, the Company integrates these responsibilities in the development and implementation of its operational policies, ensuring that all of the Company's activities accommodate the needs of the communities and assist with their development wherever possible. Specifically the Company is committed to;

• Providing employment within the communities in which it operates and offering educational and training opportunities to all of its employees to in turn enhance the overall workforce.
• Assisting with infrastructure development as well as the medical, educational and social program needs in all of the communities in which it operates.

Management at Tongkah takes very seriously the preservation of the social, cultural and environmental uniqueness of the regions in which it works. The Company is proud of its record of strong community relations and conscientious environmental stewardship and will strive to continue to be a model corporate citizen and partner with the governments and people of the communities.


Examples of Corporate Responsibility

Environmental Projects: Cleaning up waterways for children’s play Public bushland care Teaching young people bush appreciation Promote awareness for clean habitat and rainforest Tested water quality and filtration systems Cultural Projects: Donations for structural improvements for temple Temple restoration activities for land and surrounding areas Construction of holy prayer room for monks Construction and repairs of temple amenities for monks
Senior Citizens: Fixed gardens for elderly and others in need of assistance Organized a National Elderly Day event with Loei province Provided free medical check-ups to promote good health
School Activities: Organized a National Kid’s Day with Loei province giving out prizes Sponsored Loei community awarding prizes to children in talent show Funded local school soccer competitions

Community Activities:

Started a program to provide jobs for people cooking meals for those at the mine sites
Promoted environmental awareness program in community
Organized an open house to give knowledge about those residing near the mine sites
Assisted farmers during the drought season to help them with cultivation 
Started a program for reforestation in honor of His Majesty the King

Giving back financially to the community is important because we know it makes a difference in people’s lives. Tongkah Harbour PCL., has been keen on upsporting the community over the years and continues to maintain its commitment to improving the environment.

Economic Contribution

Tongkah projects bring employment opportunities to the areas around mine sites, which are typically in isolated areas. These communities benefit from salaries, capital expenditures, the purchase of local goods and services, and payment of taxes and royalties. 

Tongkah is making a very significant contribution to the economies of developing provinces where we operate, much of which benefits local people. We support the development of local small businesses and potential suppliers to our mines.

At Tongkah, we are proud of our commitment to Responsible Mining and are continually striving to improve our performance, applying lessons learned from around the globe.

Starting from 2006, Tongkah has helped the Loei community through:

Charity/Donation:
1,600,000 Baht

Sustainable Land/Cultivation Development:
42,000,000 Baht

Royalty Fees: (Fees paid back to the community through government agencies)
70,000,000 Baht