9 October 2026 | Prague, Czech Republic

Pol. Lt. Gen. Pornchai Suteerakune, Director of the National Institute of Metrology (Thailand) (NIMT), together with his delegation, paid a courtesy call on H.E. Mr. Pichit Boonsud, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to the Czech Republic, at the Royal Thai Embassy in Prague, Czechia, to discuss opportunities to strengthen bilateral cooperation in metrology.

The discussions focused on enhancing collaboration between NIMT and the Czech Metrology Institute (CMI), particularly through expert exchanges and joint research in areas of mutual interest.

Both sides highlighted the potential for practical cooperation to strengthen technical capabilities, promote knowledge sharing and support the development of reliable measurement standards recognised internationally.

The meeting reaffirmed the importance of strengthening Thailand–Czechia relations and expanding cooperation in metrology, paving the way for future collaborative initiatives between the two countries.

Photo credit: © Royal Thai Embassy in Prague, Czechia

8 October 2026 | Prague, Czech Republic

The National Institute of Metrology (Thailand) (NIMT), under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), and the Czech Metrology Institute (CMI) of the Czech Republic signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 8 October 2026 in Prague, Czech Republic, to strengthen scientific, technical and technological cooperation in metrology and measurement science.

The MoU was signed by Pol. Lt. Gen. Pornchai Suteerakune, Director of NIMT, and Prof. RNDr. Jiří Tesař, Ph.D., General Director of CMI, with H.E. Mr. Pichit Boonsud, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to the Czech Republic, attending as a witness to the signing ceremony.

The MoU establishes a framework for collaboration between the two national metrology institutes, aiming to strengthen institutional relations, facilitate the exchange of scientific and technical knowledge, and enhance their respective measurement capabilities.

Under this framework, NIMT and CMI intend to pursue a range of cooperative activities, including the exchange of technical information and experts, joint research projects, comparisons of national measurement standards, specialised calibration services, and participation in scientific seminars, workshops and training programmes.

The agreement also provides opportunities for both institutes to identify specific collaborative projects in areas of mutual interest, supporting the advancement of measurement science and the development of scientific and technical expertise.

The signing marks an important milestone in strengthening Thailand–Czechia scientific cooperation, creating a foundation for sustained knowledge exchange, joint research and closer collaboration in metrology. Through this partnership, NIMT and CMI aim to further develop their capabilities and contribute to reliable measurements that underpin scientific research, industrial quality and technological innovation.

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Mrs. Surat Leeudomwong, Head of the Acoustics and Vibration Group, Mechanical Metrology Department, National Institute of Metrology (Thailand) (NIMT), was invited to serve as a Peer Reviewer in the field of Acoustics at the National Metrology Institute of Malaysia (NMIM) from 13–16 September 2026, with the peer review conducted on 14–15 September 2026.

The peer review focused on the assessment of NMIM’s Acoustics Laboratory, covering key measurement capabilities, including:

– Pressure sensitivity level for LS microphones
– Pressure sensitivity level for WS microphones
– Sound pressure level for pistonphones, sound calibrators, and multi-frequency sound calibrators
– Free-field response level of sound level meters

During the peer review, Mrs. Surat provided technical recommendations to support the improvement of the laboratory’s measurement and quality management practices. The recommendations included enhancing the use of electronic records for environmental conditions, intermediate checks, and validity of results, as well as considering a system-level approach to intermediate checks to improve efficiency and provide a more comprehensive assessment of the measurement system.

The assignment provided an important opportunity to strengthen professional connections and cooperation between NIMT and NMIM, while allowing NIMT to share its expertise and gain valuable experience in conducting peer reviews at an overseas national metrology institute. It also contributed to mutual learning and a better understanding of technical challenges in acoustics metrology.

Through international peer review activities such as this, NIMT continues to contribute its technical expertise to the global metrology community and strengthen international cooperation in support of reliable and internationally recognized measurement standards.

The National Institute of Metrology (Thailand) (NIMT) participated in the Conference on Precision Electromagnetic Measurements (CPEM 2026), held in Madrid, Spain, from 4–13 September 2026, with Dr. Yaowaret Pimsut, Electrical Metrology Department, representing NIMT.

During the conference, Dr. Yaowaret presented a research poster entitled “The Transition from Conventional to Programmable Josephson Voltage Standards at NIMT.” The presentation highlighted NIMT’s development and transition from the conventional Josephson Voltage Standard (CJVS) to the Programmable Josephson Voltage Standard (PJVS), including the application of PJVS in both DC and AC voltage measurements.

Particular attention was given to the application of the AC Quantum Voltmeter (AC QVM) together with differential sampling and subsampling techniques. This approach supports high-accuracy AC voltage measurements and enables measurement results to be directly linked to the SI units through quantum standards. During the poster session, Dr. Yaowaret exchanged technical knowledge and experience with researchers and experts from leading national metrology institutes and metrology organizations, including NIST, NRC Canada, NIM China, PTB, and BIPM.

The conference also provided an opportunity for NIMT to follow recent developments in quantum electrical metrology, particularly in PJVS, JAWS, and AC QVM technologies. In addition, Dr. Yaowaret participated in a joint research presentation by Dr. Ralf Behr of PTB on “Towards linking thermal converter AC-DC transfer difference to the SI via the AC quantum voltmeter,” which included collaborative research with NIMT.

Following the conference, Dr. Yaowaret visited the Centro Español de Metrología (CEM), Spain’s national metrology institute, on 11 September 2026. The visit included laboratory tours covering Quantum Resistance, Quantum Frequency, Quantum Voltage, Magnetism, Temperature and EV Charging Stations, Length, and Mass. The visit provided an opportunity to exchange knowledge and experience on measurement standards, laboratory systems, and metrology services with CEM experts.

The participation in CPEM 2026 contributed to strengthening NIMT’s international visibility in quantum voltage metrology, enhancing technical knowledge, and fostering collaboration with leading national metrology institutes. The knowledge gained will support the continued development of NIMT’s PJVS and AC QVM capabilities, as well as future international measurement comparisons and the enhancement of the Institute’s measurement capabilities.

The National Institute of Metrology (Thailand) (NIMT) hosted the Asia-Pacific Metrology Summer School 2026 on Fibre-Optic Measurements from 7–11 September 2026.

The five-day programme focused on the metrology of optical fibres and the measurement principles of Optical Time-Domain Reflectometers (OTDRs). It also provided a platform to promote the newly issued guidelines for OTDR calibration among secondary laboratories and National Quality Infrastructure (NQI) organisations in Thailand, supporting the wider adoption of reliable and traceable fibre-optic measurements.

The programme was designed to align with the requirements of the CIPM Mutual Recognition Arrangement (CIPM MRA), contributing to the development of internationally recognised measurement capabilities and supporting the reliability of telecommunications infrastructure across the Asia-Pacific region.

The Summer School brought together participants from six countries — Lao PDR, Mongolia, Malaysia, India, Papua New Guinea, and Viet Nam — as well as participants from Thailand, providing an opportunity for experts and metrologists to exchange knowledge, share experiences, and strengthen regional cooperation in fibre-optic measurement.

The programme was officially opened by Police Lieutenant General Dr Pornchai Suteerakune, Director of NIMT, at the Novotel Bangkok Future Park Rangsit, Pathum Thani, Thailand.

Through hosting the Summer School, NIMT strengthened its role as a regional centre for knowledge exchange and capacity building in advanced optical and telecommunications metrology. The programme also enhanced NIMT’s engagement with metrology institutes and NQI organisations across the Asia-Pacific region, while supporting the development and dissemination of measurement capabilities that contribute to Thailand’s future digital and telecommunications industries.

Dr. Khanistha Leetang, from National Institute of Metrology (Thailand) (NIMT), participated in the 13th UEC Seminar in ASEAN, Fiscal 2026 and the 8th ASEAN-UEC Workshop on Informatics and Engineering, held on 5–6 September 2026 at Multimedia University, Malaysia.

During the event, Dr. Khanistha delivered a presentation entitled “IoT-Based Weather Monitoring System”, highlighting the application of wind-speed measurement and Artificial Intelligence (AI) for data processing.

The participation provided an opportunity to strengthen academic networks in wind-speed measurement and AI, while promoting NIMT’s capabilities in integrating measurement technologies with AI applications. The knowledge and connections gained from the event may also support future collaboration on IoT and AI-based systems for evaluating the performance of wind turbines for electricity generation.

The National Institute of Metrology (Thailand) (NIMT) welcomed distinguished international speakers of IMSA 2026 (The 2nd International Conference on Measurement Sciences and Applications) during their visit to NIMT’s Electrical Metrology laboratories on 28 August 2026 at its headquarters in Khlong Luang, Pathum Thani, Thailand.

The visiting experts were Dr. Barbara Goldstein, Associate Director and Physical Measurement Laboratory Program Manager, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), USA; Dr. Nicolas Spethmann, Head of the Quantum Technology Competence Center (QTZ), Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB), Germany; and Dr. Nobu-Hisa Kaneko, Senior Principal Researcher, Global Research Center for Quantum and Advanced Technologies (G-QuAT) and National Metrology Institute of Japan (NMIJ), National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Japan.

During the visit, the experts were introduced to NIMT’s Electrical Metrology capabilities, laboratory facilities, and ongoing work in electrical and quantum-related measurement technologies. Discussions focused on NIMT’s technical activities and provided an opportunity for the experts to exchange knowledge and share perspectives based on their extensive experience in advanced measurement science and quantum technologies.

The visit provided significant benefits to NIMT by enabling direct technical exchanges with experts from leading national metrology institutes, gaining valuable insights into international developments and emerging directions in electrical and quantum metrology, and identifying opportunities for future technical cooperation, knowledge exchange, and capacity development. It also further strengthened NIMT’s international network and relationships with NIST, PTB, and NMIJ, supporting the Institute’s continued development of advanced measurement capabilities and international collaboration.

The National Institute of Metrology (Thailand) (NIMT), under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), hosted the 2nd International Conference on Measurement Sciences and Applications (IMSA 2026) from 26–28 August 2026 at Eastin Grand Hotel Phayathai, Bangkok, Thailand.

Held under the theme “Measurements for Efficiency, Innovation and Sustainability,” IMSA 2026 provided an international platform for exchanging knowledge and advancing collaboration in measurement science and technology. The conference brought together academics, researchers, industry representatives, policymakers, and experts from Thailand and around the world to explore how measurement science can support technological advancement, industrial development, and sustainable growth.

At the opening ceremony, Prof. Dr. Supachai Pathumnakul, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, highlighted the fundamental role of metrology in strengthening economic infrastructure. He emphasized that accuracy and reliable measurement are no longer matters of academic importance alone but are essential foundations for competitiveness, value creation, and international confidence. Countries with strong measurement systems are better positioned to build resilient industrial and innovation ecosystems.

In line with the Ministry’s 2026 action plan to strengthen scientific infrastructure, increase investment in research and development, and promote frontier technologies, metrology plays a critical role in supporting emerging industries, including electric vehicles, clean energy, medical technologies, and digital systems. Reliable measurement provides the foundation for transforming scientific knowledge into trusted technologies and enabling innovations to become competitive products and services in the global market.

Pol. Lt. Gen. Pornchai Suteerakune, Director of NIMT, stated that IMSA 2026 was organized to highlight the role of metrology as a foundation for accuracy, confidence, quality, and sustainable development in accordance with international standards.

The conference focused on six key areas of future technologies and applications: advanced materials; energy and the energy transition; communications and sensor technologies, including conventional and quantum systems; natural disaster and environmental management; food and health; and artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics.

“IMSA 2026 has received strong support from leading national metrology institutes and international organizations, including experts from the United States, Germany, Japan, and the United Kingdom, as well as specialists from industry and research institutions. Their participation has created an important platform for connecting academia, industry, and policymakers to exchange knowledge and develop tangible outcomes for Thailand and the global community,” said Pol. Lt. Gen. Pornchai.

IMSA 2026 marked an important step in strengthening Thailand’s role in the international measurement science community. Beyond serving as a platform for academic exchange, the conference fostered new opportunities for international cooperation, technology development, and industrial advancement. Through collaboration among leading metrology institutes, academia, industry, and research organizations, IMSA 2026 contributed to building a stronger innovation ecosystem and advancing the future of measurement science and technology toward a more efficient, innovative, and sustainable society.

BANGKOK — The National Institute of Metrology (Thailand), or NIMT, proudly hosted the International Measurement Confederation (IMEKO) General Council (GC) Meetings on August 24–25, 2026. This landmark event brought together global leaders, technical experts, and metrology delegates from around the world to shape the future of international measurement science and collaboration.

The two-day high-level gathering featured critical strategic discussions, administrative updates, and future planning for the global metrology community.

As the host organization, NIMT demonstrated its continued commitment to advancing global metrology standards, fostering international cooperation, and strengthening Thailand’s role as a regional hub for measurement science and technology innovation.

The National Institute of Metrology (Thailand) or NIMT proudly hosted the Joint Workshop of APMP/Focus Group on Climate Change and Clean Air (FG CCCA) & APMP/TCQM Gas Analysis Sub-committee from August 18–20, 2026, at the Centara Grand at Central Ladprao, Bangkok.

The opening ceremony featured a welcome address by Mr. Anusorn Tonmuenwai, Deputy Director of NIMT, followed by welcoming remarks from Dr. Hong Lin, Chair of the APMP Focus Group on Climate Change and Clean Air.

The workshop gathered international and local experts to share cutting-edge insights on climate mitigation, air quality monitoring, and measurement standards through a series of key sessions:

– Decarbonization and Carbon Management: Presentations included “PTT Group Decarbonization Technology and Business” by Dr. Kanatip Ratanachoo from PTT Public Company Limited, and “Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management and Carbon Credit” by Dr. Puttipar Rotkittikhun from the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (TGO).
– Measurement and Regional Collaboration: Highlights featured “Carbon Emission Measurement Program” by Dr. Hong Lin (NIM-China), “Regional Collaboration in Action: APMP Initiatives and IAES RECAT Experiences” by Dr. Fuu Ming Kai (NMC, A*STAR, Singapore), and “RM Development of Stack Emission Gas” by Dr. Tiquang Zhang (NIM-China).
– Air Quality and PM 2.5 Studies: Sessions included “Air Quality Monitoring in Thailand” by Ms. Nittaya Chaisaard (Pollution Control Department), “NIMT PM 2.5 Study: Current Findings and Future Directions” by Dr. Patcharapol Kokitratanakul (NIMT), and bioaerosol measurement insights by Dr. Hyeongrae Kim (KRISS, South Korea).
– Advanced Gas Analysis and Metrology: The program covered “Isotope Gas Analysis at KRISS” by Dr. Hanjun Eun (KRISS), “RM Development of NH3 in Nitrogen” by Ms. Masako Masuda (CERI, Japan), and “New Metrology for Nitrous Oxide: The WNOF” by Dr. Zhechao Qu (PTB, Germany).

The event concluded with closing remarks and an update on the FG CCCA initiatives led by Dr. Hong Lin, reinforcing regional cooperation and advancements in metrology for a cleaner, sustainable future.

The workshop directly benefits Thailand by strengthening national measurement capabilities for greenhouse gases, carbon emissions, and air pollutants like PM 2.5 to meet international standards. It also supports the country’s net-zero and carbon credit goals through advanced decarbonization insights while expanding strategic partnerships with leading global metrology institutes to drive sustainable climate action.