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New project to help riders switch to EVs
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 17/02/2026
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has partnered with the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) on a project to support motorcycle taxi riders in switching to electric vehicles.
Harnessing data to boost road safety
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 17/02/2026
» Inspired by Japan's long-term success in reducing road fatalities, Thailand is entering a critical period of learning and reform in road safety, a message underscored at the 3rd Thailand Road Traffic Safety Forum.
Samart seeks answers on Bangkok sinkhole
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 04/11/2025
» Former deputy Bangkok governor Samart Ratchapolsitte has criticised authorities for failing to provide a clear explanation on what caused the collapse of a section of Samsen Road, despite it being over a month since the incident.
Homeless targeted by mule account brokers
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 21/09/2025
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has stepped up efforts to prevent homeless people from being lured into opening "mule accounts" following reports that brokers are paying 500–5,000 baht to use their identities.
Green light for AI traffic signals
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 08/09/2025
» For years, Bangkok's drivers have endured hours stuck in traffic. But a quiet revolution has been underway since February this year, when the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) partnered with Google on Project Green Light.
Bangkok council chief 'preparing to resign'
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 24/07/2025
» Surachit Phongsinghvitaya, president of the Bangkok Metropolitan Council (BMC), is preparing to submit his resignation, effective July 29, according to sources.
Double-track rail upgrades to go ahead
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 24/06/2025
» The Ministry of Transport is pressing ahead with the second phase of double-track railway development with a total length of 1,249 kilometres and an estimated investment of 297.9 billion baht.
Bangkok on alert as flood threat grows along Chao Phraya
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 30/05/2025
» Bangkok is on heightened alert for potential flooding as high sea levels threaten low-lying areas along the Chao Phraya River through to Sunday, with temporary and permanent flood protection measures underway.
Suriya says M82 motorway 82% done
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 24/05/2025
» Minister of Transport Suriya Jungrungreangkit led an inspection of the construction of elevated Motorway No.82 (M82) on Friday, affirming the project is now 82% done and on track for full completion this year.
Structural checks urged after quake
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 15/05/2025
» The Thailand Structural Engineers Association (TSEA) has urged building owners to inspect and reinforce the structural integrity of their properties in preparation for future earthquakes, following recent tremors from Myanmar that were felt as far as Bangkok.