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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.
Thailand's Land Bridge falls flat
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 13/07/2025
» As Thailand's political future hangs in the balance, so too does one of the country's most ambitious mega-infrastructure proposals: the Land Bridge Project, envisioned as a transformative logistics corridor linking the Gulf of Thailand with the Andaman Sea.
Govt eyes one-price electric train rides
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 13/05/2025
» The Department of Rail Transport (DRT) has proposed a 20-baht fare cap for all-electric train lines to the Transport Ministry, with cabinet approval expected later this month.
Govt fast tracks Laem Chabang Port makeover
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 06/05/2025
» The Transport Ministry is fast-tracking phase 3 of the development of Laem Chabang Port, a key infrastructure project aimed at supporting the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) strategy.
Govt unveils plan to boost connectivity in Northeast provinces
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 29/04/2025
» The government has unveiled its latest plan to improve connectivity in the Northeast, which includes a proposal to upgrade Nakhon Phanom airport, increase flight frequencies, and construct new roads and highways in the region.
Govt drawing up bill to get southern Thailand's Land Bridge going
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 02/09/2024
» The southern Land Bridge megaproject will move forward as the government is currently drafting the Southern Economic Corridor (SEC) bill, which is required for the project to continue, Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit said on Monday.
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.
Decision on Don Muang Tollway should wait: govt
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 19/08/2024
» The Department of Highways is advising the government against extending the concession to operate Don Muang Tollway, saying lowering toll fees would be a better way to cut the cost of living in the capital city.
Govt eyes Italian touch for Land Bridge feeder network
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 25/05/2024
» Companies in Italy are interested in investing in Thailand’s Land Bridge megaproject which would, in turn, enhance the country’s rail network, Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit yesterday said.
Chadchart hails road drainage system as BMA readies plans
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 23/05/2024
» Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt said the new road drainage system in the Udomsuk area will drain rainwater more effectively and quickly.