Final Day at Tang Hua Seng Thonburi Branch
Tang Hua Seng Thonburi branch has closed, leaving long-time shoppers and local vendors regretful. Despite recent financial struggles, there is hope for a reopening with new investors. The store had been a beloved community fixture since its opening in 1991.
Long-time patrons Mon and Orasa reminisced about frequenting Tang Hua Seng with their children, highlighting the community's deep ties to the department store.
Despite the ongoing operation of the Bang Lamphu branch, they expressed sorrow over the Thonburi branch's closure due to their need for specific supplies.
Beverage vendor Thanwa Pengchui noted a decline in her business following the closure, as her primary customers were department-store employees.
She sentimentally reflected on her time working at the store and committed to continue her business nearby.
Tang Hua Seng ceased operations at its Thonburi branch on a recent Tuesday, but the company remains hopeful for a reopening with new investors.
Established in 1962 in Bang Lamphu and expanded to Thonburi in 1991, the company faced significant financial losses over recent years due to fierce competition from major retailers like Central, Makro, Lotus’s, and Major Cineplex.
Despite the ongoing operation of the Bang Lamphu branch, they expressed sorrow over the Thonburi branch's closure due to their need for specific supplies.
Beverage vendor Thanwa Pengchui noted a decline in her business following the closure, as her primary customers were department-store employees.
She sentimentally reflected on her time working at the store and committed to continue her business nearby.
Tang Hua Seng ceased operations at its Thonburi branch on a recent Tuesday, but the company remains hopeful for a reopening with new investors.
Established in 1962 in Bang Lamphu and expanded to Thonburi in 1991, the company faced significant financial losses over recent years due to fierce competition from major retailers like Central, Makro, Lotus’s, and Major Cineplex.
