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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.
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.
Work starts on section of 'Riviera'
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 04/09/2025
» The Department of Rural Roads (DRR) has started work on a 37-kilometre section of the Thailand Riviera road in Phetchaburi, as part of a plan to improve transport infrastructure and promote sustainable tourism along 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.
50,000 tickets with 30% discount for New Year’s domestic flights
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 28/11/2024
» Six airlines are offering 50,000 domestic flight tickets with a 30% discount to New Year travellers, according to the transport minister.
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.
Planned fund to regulate fares
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 25/08/2024
» The Transport Ministry is studying the possibility of creating an infrastructure fund to buy back mass rapid transit projects from private companies. It says public ownership of these services could allow for a flat fare of 20 baht per ride.
Visa waiver brings surge in Thai-China flights
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 06/07/2024
» The number of flights between Thailand and China has risen to 55,000 in the past eight months since the two countries signed a mutual visa exemption agreement, according to the Ministry of Transport.
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.