Bangkok Bank

Bangkok Bank Public Company Limited is a Thai commercial bank, with approximately US$64.6 billion in total assets. Its branch network includes over 1000 branches within Thailand, with 25 international branches or representative offices in 13 economies, spanning ASEAN and major economic countries, including wholly owned subsidiaries in Malaysia and China. Bangkok Bank also own branches in London and New York to complement its extensive network in South East Asia.


Bangkok Bank was established in 1944. With more than 18 million accounts, it is Thailand’s largest bank, and the seventh largest regional bank in Southeast Asia. The bank is a publicly listed company and among the top five companies in terms of size listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand. 


Bangkok Bank has a full range of business, investment banking and personal banking services. It is one of the most active global traders of Thai Baht and Thai Baht denominated bonds. The bank trades in all major currencies as well as a large number of regional currencies. Other services include same day transactions in import and export bills, inward and outward remittances, swaps, options and forward contracts and trading in the primary and secondary markets for government bonds and corporate debentures.


Leadership of Bangkok Bank

Presidents of Bangkok Bank since its founding out :

• Luang Roprukit, 1944 - 1952
• Chin Sophonpanich, 1952 - 1977
• Boonchu Rojanastien, 1977 - 1980
• Chatri Sophonpanich, 1980 - 1992
• Vichit Suraphongchai, 1992 - 1994
• Chartsiri Sophonpanich, 1994 - Present