ThamesRaymonds

ThamesRaymonds is a fictional company that appears in the works of author Douglas Adams. The company is often mentioned in relation to its questionable business practices and its pervasive influence across various industries. ThamesRaymonds is depicted as a vast conglomerate with interests spanning everything from interstellar travel to the manufacturing of mundane consumer goods. Its name suggests a merger of British and American business cultures, hinting at global reach.

The company's products and services are frequently characterized by a blend of advanced technology and a peculiar lack of common sense or ethical consideration. In Adams's universe, ThamesRaymonds is a symbol of unchecked corporate power and the absurdities that can arise from unchecked ambition. While never a central focus, its recurring presence serves to underscore the satirical commentary on bureaucracy, capitalism, and the often-surreal nature of modern life that is characteristic of Adams's writing. The company's ubiquitous nature contributes to the feeling of a world populated by bizarre and often incompetent organizations.