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Consumer council backs 20 baht cap on fares
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 09/09/2024
» The Thailand Consumer Council (TCC) supports the Transport Ministry's plan to cap the fare on mass transit electric train services at 20 baht per trip, according to Saree Ongsomwang, TCC secretary-general.
Siam Premium Outlets Expands to Phuket by 2026
Published on 03/09/2024
» Siam Piwat Simon, a joint venture between global retail leaders Simon®, a real estate investment trust specialising in premier shopping, dining, entertainment, and mixed-use destinations, and Siam Piwat, owner and operator of leading retail developments in Thailand, is pleased to announce the expansion of "Siam Premium Outlets" with a second centre in Phuket, one of the world's top tourist destinations. This project aims to create a vibrant hub for shopping and tourism, catering to both local and international visitors, while contributing to the growth of the Thai economy and tourism sector. The new centre is expected to open in 2026.
Otis Launches Gen3™ Elevators in Thailand, Powering Smart Cities
Published on 21/08/2024
» Bangkok, Thailand – Otis Elevator Company (Thailand) Ltd., a leading manufacturer of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways under Otis Worldwide Corporation, has launched its latest innovation, the Gen3™ connected elevator platform, in Thailand. This launch underscores Otis' commitment to supporting the development of smart cities in Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand, which is actively pursuing smart city initiatives.
China, Vietnam eye boost to rail links as top leaders meet
Published on 16/08/2024
» HANOI - Rail links will be high on the agenda when Vietnam's newly appointed leader To Lam travels to China to meet President Xi Jinping next week, officials said, as the neighbours seek to boost trade.
Passenger plane crashes in Brazil, killing 61 on board
New York Times, Published on 10/08/2024
» RIO DE JANEIRO - A passenger plane carrying 61 people crashed Friday outside São Paulo, Brazil, killing all on board, according to Brazilian authorities.
MBK Group's Shopping Center Malls and Hotel and Tourism Earn Top Tourism Award
Published on 10/07/2024
» Reaffirming success and delivering the best experiences to tourists, MBK Center and The Nine Center Rama 9 have been awarded the Service and Safety Standards for Tourist Malls and the Public Restroom Standards for Tourism by the Department of Tourism, Ministry of Tourism and Sports. Moreover, Pathumwan Princess Hotel and Dusit Thani Krabi Beach Resort received the Tourism Accommodation Standards for Hotels and Resorts. The MBK Group continues to develop and elevate its services to impress and attract tourists to return to Thailand.
Airport shops, offices make way for new passenger facilities
Post Reporters, Published on 01/07/2024
» Airports of Thailand (AoT) has taken back some areas used by shops and government agencies at Suvarnabhumi and Phuket airports that will now be used to provide better facilities for travellers.
Cultural resistance
Oped, Postbag, Published on 13/06/2024
» Re: "Know your history", (Editorial, June 8).
Bangna-Trad: Prime Spot for Investors in 2024
Published on 11/06/2024
» Bagna-Trad is this year’s hot location as a gateway to the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) special development zone, with government investment in transport driving projects along the EEC line to the three coastal airports and east to the Bangna-Trad highway.
Beijing airport inspires push for AI system
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 13/05/2024
» The Ministry of Transport may adopt artificial intelligence (AI) to improve airport management in Thailand, as part of the government's plan to make the country a regional aviation hub.