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Thai AirAsia dusts off idled jets to serve China
Published on 03/02/2023
» The budget carrier Thai AirAsia plans to resume operating eight aircraft that were idled during the pandemic and is considering shifting planes from other areas to cater to the growing number of visitors from China.
Two carriers extend services
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 02/02/2023
» Two Japanese carriers -- Japan Airlines (JAL) and Peach Aviation -- plan to increase the number of flights they operate to satisfy demand among Thai tourists, while tourism operators expect Thais to seek new travel destinations.
Aviation city construction 'to start this year'
Published on 27/01/2023
» Construction on the 290-billion baht Eastern Aviation City centred on U-Tapao airport will begin early this year, deputy government spokeswoman Tipanan Sirichana said on Friday.
China key to aviation's recovery
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/01/2023
» Asia-Pacific aviation could see faster recovery in terms of passengers this year, fuelled by China's reopening, as well as achieving a small profit in 2024, while pent-up demand from the mainland could help compensate slowing Western markets, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Stocks to benefit from Beijing's move
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 24/01/2023
» Stocks in the tourism, aviation and pharmaceutical sectors are the major beneficiaries of China's announcement to allow group tours to visit 20 countries effective as of Feb 6, analysts said.
Outbound travel set for Lunar New Year dip
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 11/01/2023
» Outbound travel is expected to slow during Chinese New Year as people spent their travel budget during the New Year holiday, with the market reviving in late March if airfares dip.
A challenging year ahead
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 03/01/2023
» Global economic growth in 2023 is expected to remain sluggish, following a year roiled by the war in Ukraine and soaring inflation.
Chinese tourism influx raises fears
Business, Published on 28/12/2022
» An overload of tourists and an overwhelmed Thai healthcare system are issues to monitor next year after China fully reopens, with up to 500,000 tourists projected to start travelling during Chinese New Year.
Businesses worried by high airfares
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 27/12/2022
» Tourism operators in Phuket are urging the government to intervene following complaints about surging airfares which they fear could prompt travellers to choose cheaper alternatives.
Businesses worried by high airfares
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 26/12/2022
» Tourism operators in Phuket are urging the government to intervene following complaints about surging airfares which they fear could prompt travellers to choose cheaper alternatives.