Showing 31 - 40 of 76
Factory faces closure after withholding Covid details
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 01/03/2021
» The Pathum Thani Covid-19 Control Centre has found a factory in the province concealing information about Covid-19 infected workers.
Yaowarat Road to get fresh makeover
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 10/11/2020
» The renowned Yaowarat Road in Bangkok's Chinatown will get a new look early next year, deputy Bangkok governor Sakoltee Phattiyakul announced on Monday.
MRTA says ToR revision was 'lawful'
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 26/09/2020
» The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) yesterday defended its decision to revise the terms of reference (ToR) of the 140-billion-baht Orange Line western extension after the launch of the bidding process, saying it was to ensure optimal benefits for the state and the public.
New transit master plan to focus on rail network
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 26/09/2020
» The Office of Transport and Traffic Policy and Planning (OTP) yesterday unveiled a master plan on "Transit-Oriented Development" (TOD) policy in which a total of 177 railway stations have development opportunities.
Fury over luxury Ekkamai high-rise
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 26/05/2020
» Residents of Soi Sukhumvit 61 are protesting against a planned, luxury condo development with Khunying Chada Wattanasiritham -- chairperson of Siam Commercial Foundation -- vowing to protect the community from the project, which will see a 43-storey high-rise built on the street.
Schools test online backup measures
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 25/05/2020
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is touting its "On Hand" distance learning protocol as a backup should the Covid-19 pandemic continue to pose a risk after its 437 schools reopen on July 1.
Thammasat University to collaborate on new 'smart city'
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 01/03/2020
» Universities and their buildings and infrastructure are more than just the physical space where students and their professors meet for lectures.
Renewed push to make a success of pedal power
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 16/02/2020
» The popularity of cycling is on the wane in Bangkok. Bicycle shops and related businesses which were thriving only a few years ago are struggling to stay afloat as the number of riders on city streets has dwindled, leaving only the die-hard enthusiasts brave enough to tackle the traffic and filthy air.
Capital's urban caterers receive a helping hand
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 10/11/2019
» Bangkok's street food scene made headlines recently but not for the cuisine on offer. For the last few years, the future of the capital's street eateries has become increasingly precarious after the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) -- with the endorsement of the junta-appointed government at that time -- floated a campaign called "Returning Pavements to Pedestrians" two years ago. Part of the action plan involved clearing street food from major areas across 50 districts.
Street vendors vow to return with help of new government
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 27/07/2019
» The Network of Thai Street Vendors for Sustainable Development has vowed to lobby the new government to allow them back onto the streets to ply their trade.