True Corporation ranks #1 as Thailand's sustainable organization, focusing on integrating AI-first with ESG.

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True Corporation has been named Thailand's most sustainable company in 2026, moving up to 160th globally. This reflects the tangible results of its investments in AI, digital infrastructure, and business operations based on ESG principles.

29 June 2569 – In an era where technology and artificial intelligence (AI) are rapidly transforming the world, sustainability is no longer just a goal for organizations, but has become a crucial foundation for long-term growth. This concept is reflected in the TIME World's Most Sustainable Companies 2026 ranking, compiled by TIME magazine in collaboration with Statista, which placed True Corporation at number 160 in the world, a significant jump from number 191 in 2025. It is also the highest-ranked Thai company this year, with a score of 79.22.

This ranking reflects that business growth, innovation, and social and environmental responsibility can go hand-in-hand, especially during a time when True is accelerating its transformation into a responsible AI-First Organization, developing digital infrastructure, expanding technological opportunities, and creating long-term value for customers, society, and the country.

Sigve Brekke, Group Chief Executive Officer of True Corporation Public Company Limited. They stated, “In a world full of economic uncertainty, geopolitical shifts, and rapid technological advancements, organizations need to be resilient in all dimensions. As True moves towards becoming an AI-first organization, we are rapidly transforming ourselves.”

At the same time, we must move forward responsibly, and sustainability is a fundamental basis that enables us to do both. Under the ESG principles, we manage energy usage on our network efficiently and oversee the use of AI to ensure that all operations, including the products and services we deliver to our customers, comply with our Responsible AI policy.

“Furthermore, we aim to enhance AI skills for our employees and 12 million Thais nationwide. This year's ranking by TIME magazine reflects our sustainable performance and motivates us to continue building a future-ready organization to deliver the best services, ensuring every household can use technology confidently and safely, and strengthening Thailand's digital competitiveness to create long-term value.”

Dr. Netchanok Vipataslipin, Chief Corporate Sustainability Officer, True Corporation Public Company Limited. It was stated that, "By conducting business with a focus on sustainability, a core principle of Mr. Supachai Chearavanont, Chairman of True Corporation Public Company Limited, True Corporation has consistently received recognition from various global institutions."

Ranked in the top 1% globally in the telecommunications industry by S&P Global for the eighth consecutive year, this recognition from TIME reinforces True's role as an organization committed to business growth while creating sustainable value for all stakeholders.”

Over the years, True has integrated sustainability principles into every aspect of its business operations. This encompasses everything from developing efficient digital infrastructure towards a Net Zero goal certified by SBTi, to leveraging AI to manage energy in base stations and reduce environmental impact, and promoting equitable access to technology by continuously upgrading digital and AI skills for Thais.

Meanwhile, True is accelerating its transformation into an AI-First Organization to create new value from technology and develop sustainable innovations across multiple dimensions. These include enhancing digital security, promoting education, and reducing the digital divide, all while adhering to principles of good governance, transparency, and the implementation of a Responsible AI policy to establish standards for the responsible, verifiable, and human rights-respecting use of AI within the organization.





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