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2025 a 'turning point' for Bangkok
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 01/01/2026
» From a collapsing road to contentious transit debts, tighter pet rules and higher rubbish fees, 2025 marked a turning point in how Bangkok governs itself.
Phiphat unveils transport overhaul
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 09/10/2025
» Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn yesterday inspected Surat Thani Airport and outlined policies aimed at transforming the province into a tourism gateway to the Gulf of Thailand.
More domestic flights added for Songkran holiday
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 11/03/2025
» An additional 25,000 seats for domestic flights will be added during the upcoming Songkran holiday, with air ticket prices for certain routes reduced by 30%, according to Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit.
Overpass removal talks to clear way for new rail line
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 29/10/2024
» The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) will speed up its discussions with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) regarding dismantling some of the city’s overpasses, this paving the way for the Orange Line’s construction. The western section of the Bang Khun Non-Min Buri rail system is expected to open by 2030.
Koh Samui's cruise terminal expected to open in 2032: govt
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 25/08/2024
» A cruise terminal in Koh Samui is expected to open in 2032 to boost tourism in Surat Thani, Deputy Caretaker Minister Manaporn Charoensri said.
MRTA plans rail systems in 4 provinces
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 23/08/2024
» The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) plans to develop a light rail system in Phuket, Chiang Mai, Nakhon Ratchasima and Phitsanulok, with a combined budget of 77 billion baht.
Motorcycle lane planned for Phuket's Kathu-Patong tunnel
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 17/05/2024
» The Transport Ministry has told the Expressway Authority of Thailand (Exat) to add a dedicated lane for motorcycles inside the Kathu-Patong expressway project's traffic tunnel in Phuket.
Wage hikes stir discontent
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 01/05/2024
» To mark International Labour Day on Wednesday, academics and labour activists have stepped up their calls on the government to increase minimum daily wages for workers nationwide following rises in parts of 10 provinces that took effect on April 13.
Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand urges airlines to increase flights
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 22/02/2024
» The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) is in discussion with all six airlines in Thailand to increase the number of flights during holidays and lower the flight price ceiling in a bid to address excessive fares.
Exat eyes 4 new road projects
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 20/02/2024
» The Expressway Authority of Thailand (Exat) is rolling out four new expressway projects worth about 120 billion baht.