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Q2 2012 / Q3 2012 new Supply RenTAlS OccupAncy
Approximately 420 units were completed in the first three quarters of 2012, and nearly 156 units are scheduled to complete by the end of the year. The total supply of serviced apartment units at the end of 2012 is expected to be
around 18,259 units. GM Serviced Apartment, on Sukhumvit Soi 20, was completed in September 2012, with a total of 89 units ready to rent.
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More than 50% of the serviced apartment supply in Bangkok is located along Sukhumvit Road in the early and late Sukhumvit areas. The total
supply in the early Sukhumvit area has been more than in other locations for the past 20 years.
Nearly 80 units in early Sukhumvit area are scheduled for completion in Q4 2012, and nearly 70% of the new units scheduled to complete in
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The average occupancy rates in Q3 2012 for grade a and B serviced apartments increased slightly from the previous quarter. However, the
average occupancy rates in the second and third quarters were still lower than in the first quarter of this year.
The average occupancy rate in the third quarter in all locations was up slightly from the previous quarter, except in late Sukhumvit and other areas which decreased slightly. Serviced apartment projects are trying
to retain their current clients for long periods by renewing contracts before the expiration dates at the current rate.
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Source: office of Foreign Workers administration (Work permit), department of employment of The ministry of Labour and Colliers International Thailand Research Note: Above information does not include Lao, Burmese and Cambodian citizens.
The number of expatriates in Bangkok continues to rise. The eU debt crisis is still a major concern for investors and affects the entire global economy. However, asia has shown it has potential for investment, especially in the ASEAN region. Bangkok is highly attractive for investors who wish to take a first investment step into aSean, especially the sub-
region of Myanmar, Laos and Cambodia. As a result, several international companies are looking for regional office space in Bangkok. There is also good potential for serviced apartments. The total number of expatriates in Bangkok in Q3 2012 was approximately 61,190.
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Rental rates in Q3 2012 were similar to the previous quarter. only the Central CBd and early Sukhumvit areas saw rates fall by around 5%
compared to Q2, although the Central CBd still commands the highest rental rates.
The average rental rate of grade a and B serviced apartments increased slightly from the previous quarter, and the rental rates for Grade A
serviced apartments are still higher than for Grade B by more than 45%.
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Appendix
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gRAde A
Located in prime locations and luxury residential areas. Furnished to an exceptionally high standard, and offering recreational facilities and amenities similar to a luxury or upscale hotel. Managed by a top international branded operators or a comparable local brand.
gRAde c
Located in secondary areas. Furnished to a comfortable, but not luxurious, standard. Fewer provisions of facilities and amenities, similar to that of a mid-range or economy hotel.
gRAde b
Usually located in the city centre but in less sought-after locations.
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The serviced apartment area can be divided into five areas or pockets of concentration:
Central CBD
This is the area that encompasses Silom, Sathorn, Surawong, Si phraya and Rama 4 Road, as well as other sois in between, such as Soi Saladaeng, Soi Convent, Soi pipat.
other areaS
Most of the remaining Grade B and C serviced apartments are scattered across the city, including phayathai, phetchaburi, Ratchadapisek, mitmaitri, Srinakarin, Bangna and Ramkhamhaeng Road.
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BANgkok SERVICED APARTMENT REPoRT | Q3 2012 cOllieRS inTeRnATiOnAl ThAilAnd mAnAgemenT TeAm
advISoRY SeRvICeS | HoSpITaLITY Jean marc garret | director ReSIdenTIaL SaLeS & LeaSIng Napaswan Chotephard | Manager pRoJeCT SaLeS & maRkeTIng monchai orawongpaisan | associate director ReTaIL SeRvICeS asharawan Wachananont | associate director ReSeaRCH Tony picon | associate director Surachet Kongcheep | Senior Manager oFFICe SeRvICeS nattawan Radomyos | Senior manager IndUSTRIaL SeRvICeS narumon Rodsiravoraphat | associate director advISoRY SeRvICeS napatr Tienchutima | associate director ReaL eSTaTe managemenT SeRvICeS prasert Saiphrawan | Senior manager InveSTmenT SeRvICeS nukarn Suwatikul | associate director Wasan Rattanakijjanukul | Senior manager vaLUaTIon & advISoRY SeRvICeS phachsanun phormthananunta | director Wanida Suksuwan | associate director paTTaYa oFFICe Mark Bowling | Senior Sales Manager Supannee Starojitski | Senior Business development manager / office manager HUa HIn oFFICe Sunchai Kooakachai | Senior Manager
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