The company’s largest robot handover of 2026 aims to reduce repetitive tasks and give doctors and nurses more time for patient care.

Ichitan Group PLC, through Ichitan Alkaline Water (pH Plus 8.5), has delivered 144 Ichitan Dinsaw and Ichitan Dinsaw Mini robots to eight public hospitals in Nakhon Pathom. The third handover forms part of a three-year initiative worth more than THB 421 million, targeting 480 robots for 30 public hospitals nationwide.

The ceremony took place at the Golden Jubilee Medical Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. Dressed in traditional Thai attire to mark the upcoming Loy Krathong festival, the robots joined executives and hospital representatives in paying respects at the statue of His Royal Highness Prince Mahidol of Songkla, seeking blessings before beginning their work in the hospitals.

The other seven recipient hospitals were Mahachakri Sirindhorn Dental Hospital, Chandrubeksa Hospital, Phutthamonthon Hospital, Nakhon Chai Si Hospital, Huai Phlu Hospital, Luang Por Pern Hospital, and Sam Phran Hospital.

Reducing Routine Work, Creating More Time for Patients

The initiative addresses the workload facing public healthcare teams. According to Huai Phlu Hospital’s deputy director, the hospital serves approximately 1,000 outpatients a day, with each doctor seeing an average of 80 patients. Alongside clinical care, staff must also manage documentation, coordinate queues, and provide information to patients and families.

Developed by CT Asia Robotics Co., Ltd., the robots help with tasks including preliminary patient interviews, vital sign measurements, patient information, medication reminders, and video communication. The Mini robots also support bedside monitoring, including monitoring for falls. Clinical assessment and treatment decisions remain the responsibility of healthcare professionals.

“For more than 15 years, we have seen how automation at Ichitan Green Factory can reduce repetitive work,” said Tan Passakornnatee, Chief Executive Officer of Ichitan Group PLC. “We wanted to bring that experience to hospitals, helping doctors and nurses spend more time caring for patients and have more time for themselves.”

Results from Earlier Deployments

Eng Passakornnatee, Senior Executive Vice President of Ichitan Group PLC, shared reported results from hospitals that had previously received the robots. These included support for an average of 250–350 patient registrations a day, time savings of two to three hours a day in some departments, and a reduction of approximately two to three kilometres in staff walking distance a day.

“For someone working on their feet all day, every step saved matters,” she said. “The time and energy gained can go towards caring for patients, taking a break, or spending time with family. These are the outcomes we want this initiative to deliver.”

CT Asia Robotics continues to refine the robots using feedback from hospital staff and patients. Improvements focus on clearer video communication, more responsive interactions, and guidance that is easier for older patients to follow.

Supporting Those Who Care for Others

Alongside the robots, Ichitan supplied Ichitan Alkaline Water (pH Plus 8.5) to healthcare personnel at all eight hospitals. The three formulas are Vitamin B Complex, Vitamin D with Ginkgo Biloba Extract, and Vitamin D with Aloe Vera, all with zero sugar and zero calories.

The initiative reflects a simple belief: those who care for others deserve care too.