Chonburi Governor Khomsan
Ekachai (left) presents the “Most Outstanding Mass Media of the Year”
award to Pattaya Mail director of operations, Kamolthep ‘Prince’
Malhotra.
Warunya Thongrod
The Pattaya Mail Media Group won the
prestigious “Most Outstanding Mass Media of the Year” award for the 14th
straight year from the Eastern Mass Media Association.
Chonburi Governor Khomsan Ekachai noted that Eastern
Seaboard locals have become ‘captivated’ by the media and urged all the
news organizations to continue supporting and reporting on Chonburi to
help it increase its fortunes. “I hope that the media and government
will work together and open opportunities for our province to continue
developing,” he said.
At a presentation ceremony held in Chonburi on March
5, which coincides with National Press Day, Pattaya Mail director
of operations, Kamolthep ‘Prince’ Malhotra proudly received the “Best in
the East” award from Chonburi Governor Khomsan.
The award encompasses media coverage by the
Pattaya Mail, the Pattaya Blatt, our sister German-language
publication and Pattaya Mail Television (PMTV) for being the most
outstanding media that relentlessly promotes “High Ethical Standards in
Business and Professions”. In addition an honorable mention was made of
our valuable service to our community and the society as a whole.
Padungsak Tantraworasilp,
president of the Eastern Mass Media Association of Thailand, receives
his prestigious award from Chonburi Governor Khomsan Ekachai.
Pratheep “Peter” Malhotra, managing director of the
Pattaya Mail Media Group said, “As we approach the 19th
anniversary of our founding, this recognition as the Best in the East
media group is received with all humbleness. Ever since our
establishment in 1993 our goals and commitments have never changed. Our
promise to our readers and our community has always been to give quality
news, information and entertainment to the masses. I am proud to say
that we have strictly stayed our course for the past 19 years.
“Times change and we too change with the times… but
for the better I must add. Several innovations have been implemented in
the past year, with the most important one being the launch of the
Pattaya Mail Real Estate Monthly magazine. This new publication
under the stewardship of Assistant MD Tony Malhotra has caught on with
vigor amongst the rapidly growing real estate market of all sectors.
“Our dedicated team of editors and reporters, led by
Executive Editor Dan Dorothy, ensure that our readers receive the best
and most accurate news and information. And for that I take my hat off
to them.
“Our sports section edited by Martin Bilsborrow is
one of the most comprehensive on the Eastern Seaboard. Well done Martin.
Dr Iain Corness’s writings on a variety of most interesting and thought
provoking subjects have a devoted following and not least Peter Cummins,
the guru of the high seas with his exciting and heart throbbing
escapades on and off shore, all add to the success of the Pattaya
Mail.
“Of course the Pattaya Mail is a family and
each and every member deserves our gratitude and recognition. Without
one single piece it would be impossible to finish the complex yet
fascinating Pattaya Mail picture. They deserve my highest
admiration and respect.
“As we approach our 20 anniversary in 2013, our
commitment to our readers and viewers grows stronger and we pledge to
continue to strive and maintain the highest standards of our services to
the masses for many years to come.”
