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Nawarat sees megaproject continuity
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 27/03/2019
» SET-listed contractor Nawarat Patanakarn Plc (NWR) remains confident that new construction jobs and megaprojects worth more than 1 trillion baht from the public sector will proceed, no matter who forms the next government.
Sinking Chinese exports dent investor confidence
Business, Published on 09/03/2019
» Recap: Stock markets across Asia tumbled yesterday as investors were rattled by China's report of a sharper-than-expected 21% fall in exports in February, reigniting concerns of a global slowdown. On the domestic front, the dissolution of the pro-Thaksin Thai Raksa Chart Party had a limited effect on confidence as the March 24 election will still take place.
Two firms bid for Rayong port project
News, Post Reporters, Published on 16/02/2019
» Two local companies — Gulf and PTT have submitted bidding envelopes to develop the 55.4-billion-baht third phase of Map Ta Phut port in Rayong, according to the Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT).
EEC heads call to meet with PAT
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 16/01/2019
» The Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) Office is calling for the state-run Port Authority of Thailand (PAT) to explain the lack of interest in the third phase of the Laem Chabang port in Chon Buri province after the 114-billion-baht megaproject had only one company submit a bid envelope.
Harbouring ambition
Asia focus, Larry Jagan, Published on 03/12/2018
» Ports planned in Myanmar will provide the final link in a transport network connecting China with Southeast and South Asia and onward to the Middle East. The ports are to be linked by rail and road to China in the north and Thailand to the west.
All roads start leading to China
Asia focus, Larry Jagan, Published on 19/11/2018
» Myanmar and China have finally signed an agreement on a controversial deep-sea port project on the Bay of Bengal, allowing Beijing to press on with its strategic plan to gain access to the Indian ocean. It signifies a strengthening of bilateral ties between the two neighbours, and places Myanmar firmly in China's orbit.
Istanbul to unveil new airport, seeks to be world's biggest
Published on 28/10/2018
» ISTANBUL: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday will unveil one of his prized jewels -- Istanbul new airport -- a megaproject that has been dogged by concerns about labour rights, environmental issues and Turkey's weakening economy.
Full steam for circular parks plan
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 27/10/2018
» Although a framework for the circular economy has yet to be finalised by the government, the Industry Ministry is keen on the plan that creates the Resource Recovery Parks as industrial estates for the circular economy.
STIT upbeat on megaproject demand
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 13/09/2018
» Sino-Thai Intertrade Co (STIT), an importer and distributor of construction and industrial equipment, is upbeat on sales volume reaching 100 units this year as several state megaprojects begin.
Green light for Kyaukphyu
Asia focus, Larry Jagan, Published on 30/07/2018
» Fresh negotiations are under way to resolve the impasse that has prevented progress on the Chinese-backed Kyaukphyu megaproject for more than three years, according to Myanmar's deputy finance minister.