Siam Piwat Group reaffirms creative powerhouse leadership at “The Spirits of Maritime Crossing: 2026” press conference

Siam Piwat Group, led by, participated in the press conference for “The Spirits of Maritime Crossing: 2026” as the main sponsor of the event together with Bangkok Art Biennale Foundation and Thai Beverage Public Company Limited. The occasion marked the official international announcement of the return of Bangkok Art Biennale 2026 (BAB 2026), as well as participation in the Venice Biennale, with a shared ambition to promote Thai and ASEAN artists onto the global contemporary art stage.

The event was honored by the presence of Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi, Group Chief Executive Officer of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited and Chairman and Founder of the Bangkok Art Biennale Foundation; H.E. Mr. Paolo Dionisi, Ambassador of Italy to Thailand; and Professor Dr. Apinan Poshyananda, Chief Executive Officer and Artistic Director of Bangkok Art Biennale, Ms. Chadatip Chutrakul, Chief Executive Officer together with executives, leading contemporary artists and curators.The event was also attended by numerous supporters.

The event underscores Siam Piwat Group’s role as a Creative Powerhouse, a pioneer and comprehensive supporter of the arts, serving as a platform of opportunity for Thai and international artists. Siam Piwat Group also contributes to the creation of cultural capital, drives the creative industry, and generates sustainable economic and social value, while supporting Thailand’s advancement toward becoming one of the world’s leading centers of art and culture.

“The Spirits of Maritime Crossing: 2026” is organized for the second consecutive edition by the Bangkok Art Biennale Foundation. It is a key activity of the 61st International Art Exhibition, Venice Biennale, to be held in Venice, Italy. The exhibition is scheduled to open to the public from 9 May to 2 August 2026, at Palazzo Rocca Contarini Corfù.