About

The University of Toyama, King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB), King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC), Chulalongkorn University (CU), Thai Tribology Association (TTA), Eastern Economic Corridor of Innovation (EECi), The Aluminum Industry Club, The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), and RX BITEC are proud to host The 3rd International Symposium on Light Materials Technology (ISLMT) under the theme: “Aluminum Industry Transformation Toward Greener, More Efficient, and High-Value Markets.” This event will bring together government leaders, industry executives, researchers, and global experts to discuss how Thailand’s aluminum sector can evolve into a world-class, sustainable, and certified supply chain hub for aerospace, electric vehicles, and rail systems. This year's theme focuses on the global outlook (Aluminum in aerospace, EVs, and sustainability), green growth (recycling and carbon reduction strategies), and innovative manufacturing technologies in casting, extrusion, forging, and rolling.

The symposium's objectives are to showcase Thailand’s readiness to become a regional hub for certified aluminum innovation, share insights on greener processing, recycling, and energy efficiency, highlight the role of digital integration and simulation in improving process efficiency, discuss certification pathways as enablers for entry into high-value global markets, and strengthen collaboration between government, industry, academia, and local communities.

Highlights

Keynote Speakers: Hear from the world's renowned experts in the field as they discuss the quality requirements and economics of aluminum extraction for aerospace applications, as well as the latest breakthroughs in aluminum alloy technologies and sustainability practices. 

Technical Sessions: Engage in a variety of sessions covering topics such as:

• Quality requirements and economics of aluminum extrusion for aerospace applications

• Innovative recycling and sustainable technologies for aluminum alloys

• Aluminum casting, extrusion, forging, and rolling technologies

Company Visits: RTCI KMUTNB and SCG Chemicals

Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers, industry leaders, and researchers to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Keynote Speakers

Key Dates and Venues

DAY I (Monday, November 17, 2025): King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB), Bangkok

DAY 2 (Tuesday, November 18, 2025): RTCI KMUTNB and SCG Chemicals

DAY 3 (Wednesday, November 19, 2025): METALEX, BITEC, Bangkok

Program

DAY I (Monday, November 17, 2025) at KMUTNB, Bangkok

Building 81 (Engineering), 3rd Floor, Wichiwathi Conference Room

09:30 - 10:00: "Registration"

10:00 - 10:15: "Welcome Remark" by Prof. Thanin Silpcharu (President of KMUTNB, Thailand)

10:15 - 10:30: "Opening Talk" by Prof. Shigeru Saito (President of University of Toyama, Japan)

10:30 - 11:20: "Development of Bulk (Ultra)fine-Grained Aluminum Alloys: Opportunities and Challenges" by Asst. Prof. Dr. Chaiyasit Banjongprasert (Chiang Mai University, Thailand)

11:20 - 12:20: Lunch

12:20 - 13:10: "Some Aspect of Aluminium Die Casting" by Asst.Prof. Suvanchai Pongsugitwat (Chulalongkorn University, Thailand)

13:10 - 14:00: "Foam Aluminum Manufacturing" by Dr. Sompong Srimanosaowapak (MTEC, Thailand)

14:00 - 14:10: Break

14:10 - 15:00: "Initial and Grow-up Stages of Material Transfer on Arc-DLC Coating in Aluminum Forming Processes at High Temperatures" by Dr. Panuwat Soranansri (KMUTNB, Thailand)

15:00 - 15:50: "The Current Research in Aluminum Forming at the University of Toyama" Dr. Sukunthakan Ngernbamrung (University of Toyama, Japan)

15:50 - 16:10: Break

16:10 - 17:10: "Roundtable Discussions" by Prof. Kuniaki Dohda (Special Advisor of the University of Toyama, Japan) 

17:10 - 17:20: "Closing Talk"

17:20 - 20:00: "Banquet Dinner"

Day II (Tuesday, November 18, 2025)

10:00 - 12:00: "RTCI KMUTNB" Visit

12:00 - 13:00: Lunch at RTCI KMUTNB

13:00 - 13:30: Transportation to SCG Chemicals

13:30 - 15:30: "SCG Chemicals" Visit

Day III (Wednesday, November 19, 2025) at METALEX, BITEC, Bangkok

10:45 - 11:00: "Registration"

MORNING SESSION: The 13th Metallurgy Forum

11:00 - 12:00: Panel Discussions: "New Moves in Aluminium: Transforming Challenges into Innovation and Sustainability" by Mr. Athipat Kuwinichkul (Chairman of the Aluminum Industry Club, Federation of Thai Industries), Dr. Ekkarut Viyanit (Director of the Railway and Modern Transportation Technology Research Group, National Metal and Materials Technology Center (NSTDA)), Dr. Sukunthakan Ngernbamrung (University of Toyama, Japan), and an Expert from Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (Public Organization).

12:00 - 13:00: Lunch

AFTERNOON SESSION: The 3rd International Symposium on Light Materials Technology (ISLMT)

13:00 - 14:00: Keynote Lecture: "Quality Requirements and Economics of Aluminum Extrusion for Aerospace Applications" by Dr. Pradip Saha (The Boeing Company, USA

14:00 - 15:00: Keynote Lecture: "The Role of Extrusion Processing in Aluminum Recycling" by Asst.Prof.Dr. Tatsuya Funazuka (University of Toyama, Japan)

15:00 - 15:10: Break

15:10 - 16:10: Keynote Lecture: "Process Design Technology for Aluminum Hot Forging" by Mr. Yazaki Takehiko (Kobe Steel, Japan)

16:10 - 17:10: Keynote Lecture: "Rolling of Aluminum Alloys" by Mr. Yuki Muraoka (UACJ (Thailand) Co., Ltd.)

Registration and Sponsorship

Individual Registration

The individual registration fee for the 3-day symposium is THB 3,000/person. To register, click here.

Company Registration and Sponsorship

For company registration, the following sponsorship packages are recommended.

Gold: THB 50,000 (8 Participants)

Silver: THB 25,000 (4 Participants)

Bronze: THB 10,000 (2 Participants)

The company’s logo will be publicized in the 3rd ISLMT proceedings and promotion materials. An exhibition booth can be provided if requested. To register and sponsor as a company, click here.

Committee

Conference Chairs

Chairs

Prof. Shigeru Saito (President of University of Toyama, Japan)

Prof. Thanin Silpcharu (President of King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand)

Co-Chair

Prof. Kuniaki Dohda (Special Advisor of University of Toyama, Japan)

Executive Committee

Chair Members

Senichi Aizawa (University of Toyama, Japan)

Toshiya Shibayanagi (University of Toyama, Japan)

Noriyasu Oguma (University of Toyama, Japan)

Tomomi Shiratori (University of Toyama, Japan)

Hideki Ono (University of Toyama, Japan)

Tohru Sasaki (University of Toyama, Japan)

Tatsuhiko Aizawa (Surface Engineering Design Laboratory, Japan)

Hidenori Hatta (UACJ Corporation, Japan)

Sasawat Mahabunphachai (Eastern Economic Corridor of Innovation, Thailand)

Ekarat Wiyanit (National Metal and Materials Technology Center, Thailand)

Purit Thanakijkasem (King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi, Thailand)

Sukunthakan Ngernbamrung (University of Toyama, Japan)

Peerawatt Nunthavarawong (King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand)

Numpon Mahayotsanun (King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand)

Sathyan Subbiah (Indian Institute of Technology Madras, India)

Steven Schmid (University of North Carolina Charlotte, USA)

Gracious Ngaile (North Carolina State University, USA)

Host Committee

Chair Members

Suchart Siengchin (King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand)

Somrerk Chandra-ambhorn (King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand)

Numpon Mahayotsanun (King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand)

Tonkid Chantrasmi (King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand)

Petch Jearanaisilawong (King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand)

Peerawatt Nunthavarawong (King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand)

Panuwat Soranansri (King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand)

Pongsak Tuengsook (King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi, Thailand)

Phromphong Pandee (King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi, Thailand)

Ekkarut Viyanit (National Metal and Materials Technology Center, Thailand)

Sedthawat Sucharitpwatskul (National Metal and Materials Technology Center, Thailand)

Sasawat Mahabunphachai (Eastern Economic Corridor of Innovation, Thailand)

Pitichon Klomjit (Chulalongkorn University, Thailand)

Kosit Sookkongwaree (Thai Tribology Association, Thailand)

Contact

Japan

Tatsuya Funazuka (University of Toyama), Email: funazuka@eng.u-toyama.ac.jp

Thailand

Numpon Mahayotsanun (King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok), Email: numpon.m@eng.kmutnb.ac.th

Organizations