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Sign-up for flat rail fare starts Monday
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 22/08/2025
» The Transport Ministry is urging Thais to sign up for the government's flat-rate electric train fare in Bangkok, the registration for which is scheduled to open on Monday.
KTB, MRTA team up for transport payment card
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 06/08/2025
» Krungthai Bank (KTB) has partnered with Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) to launch the Mang-moom EMV Card, a chip-based contactless card for fare payments across all MRT lines.
Asia-Pacific air passengers unaware of lithium battery risks, poll finds
Published on 08/05/2025
» Despite several high-profile incidents, travellers in the Asia-Pacific area routinely bring devices powered by lithium-ion batteries on flights and still have little understanding of the potential risks, a poll has found.
Thai Airways offers 30% Songkran discounts on selected flights
Published on 19/03/2025
» Thai Airways International is offering 30% discounts on fares for selected domestic routes to accommodate travel demand during next month’s Songkran holiday, with more than 1,500 seats available.
New Bangkok public transport ticketing system 'may lower prices'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 17/02/2025
» Aside from allowing commuters to buy a single ticket covering various forms of public transport in Bangkok, the Common Ticketing System Management Bill should help to bring down the prices of these services in Bangkok, a public hearing was told.
Aviation regulator bids to curb high airfares
News, Post Reporters, Published on 04/02/2025
» The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) on Monday unveiled plans to tackle high airfares during peak travel seasons, particularly around the Songkran holiday.
Chinese tourists avoid far-flung trips over Lunar holiday
Bloomberg News, Published on 24/01/2025
» China's straitened economic circumstances are being reflected in Lunar New Year travel plans, with many choosing cheaper domestic trips or nearby destinations in Asia.
Facial recognition gates set to debut for Japan express trains
Kyodo News, Published on 23/01/2025
» TOKYO — Facial recognition ticket gates will be introduced Friday for some Keisei Electric Railway Co. express trains linking downtown Tokyo and Narita airport, aiming to reduce congestion caused by rising foreign tourists to Japan.
Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand to push airfare price controls before Songkran
News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/01/2025
» The Transport Ministry has ordered the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) to address the issue of expensive airfares during long weekends and holiday periods to prepare for the Songkran festival in April.
Ho Chi Minh City opens first metro line after years of delays
Published on 23/12/2024
» After years of funding shortages, ballooning costs and bureaucratic foot-dragging, Ho Chi Minh City is opening the first metro line to serve its 10 million residents.