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Bangkok rail service hours extended to 2am on New Year's Day
News, Online Reporters, Published on 23/12/2024
» The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) will extend the service hours of its four main lines by an extra two hours on New Year’s Eve.
Purple Line extension '50% done'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 16/12/2024
» The Purple Line southern extension linking Tao Poon in Bang Sue district to Rat Burana, the southern part of Bangkok, is almost halfway complete, says the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA).
Three flyovers to be axed for Orange Line
Published on 27/11/2024
» The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) has unveiled plans to dismantle three key flyovers in Bangkok to enable construction of the Orange Line electric railway, along with measures to minimise the impact on traffic.
Overpass removal talks to clear way for new rail line
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 29/10/2024
» The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) will speed up its discussions with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) regarding dismantling some of the city’s overpasses, this paving the way for the Orange Line’s construction. The western section of the Bang Khun Non-Min Buri rail system is expected to open by 2030.
Governor backs Bangkok congestion charge
Gary Boyle, Published on 21/10/2024
» Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt backs the Transport Ministry's plan for a congestion fee on vehicles entering central Bangkok streets to fund a flat 20-baht fare policy for every electric train line.
Congestion charge for Bangkok gets governor Chadchart's nod
News, Post Reporters, Published on 20/10/2024
» Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt backs the Transport Ministry's plan to levy a congestion fee on vehicles entering central Bangkok streets to fund a flat 20-baht fare policy for every electric train line.
BMA, MRTA to sign land transfer MoU
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 15/10/2024
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) will sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) for the handover of areas during construction of the western section of the Orange Line this week.
Bangkok rail systems undergo tests after accidents
Gary Boyle, Published on 14/10/2024
» The operators of both the Yellow and Pink lines are currently testing redesigned wheel and rail systems to prevent more accidents.
Bangkok rail systems undergo tests after accidents
News, Published on 13/10/2024
» The operators of both the Yellow and Pink lines are currently testing redesigned guide wheel and conductor rail systems in a bid to prevent repeat malfunctions.
Train lines 'won't affect' historical sites
News, Post Reporters, Published on 01/10/2024
» Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit has ordered all agencies to ensure all future plans to build electric train networks outside Bangkok will not affect important historical sites in inner-city areas.