Bridgestone Commends Success of Bridgestone Thailand Para Athletes in Paris 2024 Paralympic Games and Holds Inspirational Panels Discussion for Employees Under "Chase Your Dream" Concept
As a Worldwide Olympic and Paralympic Partner, Bridgestone, led by Mr. Akihito Ishii, Managing Director of Thai Bridgestone Co., Ltd., along with Sustainability and CSR Management, including Human Resources team organized a warm welcome back event and awards ceremony to commend the success of Thai Paralympian team who are also the members of Bridgestone Thailand Para Athletes and employees of Thai Bridgestone Co., Ltd.; Mr. Chaiwat Rattana (Para Athletics athlete), Mr. Worawut Saengampa (Boccia athlete) and Mr. Anusorn Chaichamnan (Shooting athlete) in conquering their dreams as well as bringing happiness and fame to Thailand from "Paris 2024 Paralympic Games", held from August 28 to September 8, 2024.
On the occasion, Bridgestone also held a panel discussion to ignite power of achieving dreams, inspiring employees to meet and exchange experiences on overcoming obstacles and successfully pursuing their dreams with the three athletes. The event was filled with fun, under the concept of "Chase Your Dream."
Bridgestone congratulated Bridgestone Thailand Para Athletes on their great success and thanked everyone in overcoming their limits in Paris 2024 Paralympic Games:
- Mr. Chaiwat Rattana won a gold medal and set a record in the men's 100-meter wheelchair racing, T34 class. This was his first gold medal of his life, and he also won a silver medal in the 800-meter wheelchair racing T34 class.
- Mr. Worawut Saengampa won a gold medal in boccia, BC2 class.
- Mr. Anusorn Chaichamnan achieved 6th rank in the final (top 8) of the 10-meter rifle prone competition, SH2 class, and finished 9th rank, just 0.4 points behind 8th rank in the 50-meter rifle prone competition.
Mr. Akihito Ishii, Managing Director of Thai Bridgestone Co., Ltd., states that "Bridgestone has been exceptionally proud to support Bridgestone Thailand Para Athletes in conquering and achieving their dreams by fully promoting their potential to help them perform and bring happiness to Thai fans since 2018. Our goal has been to convey and share the athletes' success through the "Chase Your Dream" concept. This sponsorship has aligned with Bridgestone E8 Commitment in "Empowerment"; Committed to contributing to a society that ensures accessibility and dignity for all as well as creating equity among society, regardless of physical limitations. Additionally, we aim to advance the sports industry and ensure that the Thai Paralympians are well-prepared to bring honor to the nation. Bridgestone continues to employ the three Bridgestone Thailand Para Athlete members and other two Para Athletes as employees of Thai Bridgestone Co., Ltd. and encourage them for success in national and international competitions. Lastly, thanks to the athletes for bringing happiness, smiles, and inspiration to Thai people as they overcame their limits. Every achievement is a pride for Bridgestone."
About Bridgestone in Thailand:
Bridgestone is a global leader in tires and rubber building on its expertise to provide solutions for safe and sustainable mobility. In Thailand, Thai Bridgestone Co., Ltd. (TBSC) is a leading manufacturer in the Thai automotive industry, while Bridgestone Sales (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (BSTL) is the exclusive importer & distributor, and supervises the marketing strategy for Bridgestone, Firestone and Dayton branded tires in Thailand. Bridgestone is a brand trusted by its customers, dealers and business partners. Bridgestone offers a diverse product portfolio of premium tires and advanced solutions backed by innovative technologies, improving the way people around the world move, live, work and play.
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