Bangkok, 2 June 2025 – BTS Group Holdings Public Company Limited (BTS Group or the Company) has officially launched the “BTS Group IR Academy,” the first programme in Thailand dedicated to investor relations (IR). This initiative aims to cultivate a new generation of IR professionals equipped with comprehensive knowledge, strong capabilities, and a firm ethical foundation for future leaders in the field of IR for future organisations and businesses.

Mr. Daniel Ross, Chief Investment Officer and Head of Investor Relations at BTS Group Holdings Public Company Limited, stated, “BTS Group is very pleased to launch the IR Academy for the first time. This programme has been specifically designed to develop essential skills for careers in IR through a combination of theoretical learning and hands-on experience. It aims to prepare participants for professional careers in IR. We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to our partner companies and the many experts in finance, capital markets, and IR who have generously agreed to share their knowledge, experience, and expectations of IR professionals, as well as insights into key issues in Thailand’s capital markets with participants in this programme.”

For the selection process, the Company has recruited and carefully chose high-potential individuals to undergo an intensive 3-month training programme in the IR department. The programme includes hands-on experience working alongside professional IR teams, site visits to BTS Group’s affiliated companies, and in-depth knowledge-sharing sessions with executives, senior experts, and distinguished speakers from the fields of finance, capital markets and IR. With activities designed to provide participants with comprehensive skills and a deep understanding of the IR profession, the programme will also cover financial data analysis, the preparation of various presentation materials, and includes workshops simulating investor meetings aimed at building participants’ confidence, readiness and expertise in real-world situations, ultimately enhancing their ability to communicate effectively with investors.

In addition, the Company will provide close mentorship to participants throughout the programme, along with opportunities to build networks with industry experts across various sectors, which is an essential factor for continued growth in the IR profession. With a learning approach that goes beyond traditional internships or standard work experience, the BTS Group IR Academy serves as a crucial launching pad for those committed to becoming top-tier professional IR specialists.

“Participants who successfully meet the evaluation criteria will then undergo an approval process by an executive committee and will have the opportunity to be offered full-time positions in the IR department or other departments within the BTS Group.”

The BTS Group IR Academy is part of the Company’s initiative to elevate the quality of education and promote sustainable career development within Thai society. In line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Goal 4 for “Quality Education”, the programme is committed to integrating sustainable development practices with efforts to enhance educational standards in Thailand. As a company that recognies the vital role of the private sector in driving long-term change, BTS Group is proud to contribute to educational opportunities, share real-world knowledge, and develop a new generation of capable professionals all in support of building a resilient and sustainable Thai society for the long-term future.