Khun Tiang Chirathivat starts the family business.
Khun Samrit Chirathivat and his siblings open the first international book and magazine store, mainly importing titles from the US.
Central Department Store Wang Burapha opens – the first branch and the first and biggest department store in Thailand during that time, with an incredible array of categories of products available. It was the first department store to use price tags with the exact price, and no scope for bargaining.
Central Chidlom Department Store is opened, with a “One-Stop Shopping” concept, and claims the crown as the group’s major store.
Thailand’s leading quick service restaurant operator with over 480 outlets of leading international food franchises, covering brands such as KFC, Mister Donut, Auntie Anne’s, Pepper Lunch, Beard Papa’s, Cold Stone Creamery, Chabuton, and RYU.
Central Plaza Lardprao launches, and becomes the biggest one-stop mall in the group, with a department store, retail shops, hotel and office building.
The first Big C Superstore branch opens on Chaeng Wattana Road and is the first “superstore” in Thailand, with branches nationwide to follow.
His Majesty the King graciously bestows the Royal Garuda Emblem upon Central Department Store Co., Ltd. on December 20, 2005. The Emblem is tantamount to a certificate of assurance that the company operates its business with integrity and morality, is financially stable, and has shown social responsibility.
Central celebrates its 60th Anniversary.
Central Department Store launches its first international project in Hangzhou (Zhejiang Province), China.
Central Department Store launches its second international project in Shenyang (Liaoning Province) China.
Central Embassy debuts in Bangkok.
