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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.
Yellow Line to resume normal services 'next month'
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 29/04/2024
» The Yellow Line monorail will resume normal operations next month, after an incident in March prompted the Mass Rapid Transit Authority (MRTA) to order safety inspections along the entire line, said MRTA acting governor Witthaya Phanmongkol on Monday.
BRT set to see upgrades
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 08/04/2024
» Bangkok's Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system will receive a few upgrades this year, with electric buses set to start joining its fleet in July, and a planned expansion of the route in the works.
City rail service hours to be extended on Dec 31
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 23/12/2023
» The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) will extend the service hours of its four main lines by an extra two hours on New Year’s Eve.
Train rate plan sparks debate
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 18/09/2023
» Mass transit system fares are always a subject of debate after affordability became a core issue in the May 14 general election.
Suriya promises to upgrade logistics sector
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 08/09/2023
» Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit has pledged to improve Thailand's logistics network by focusing on the nation's railways and maritime transport infrastructure.
New station plan irks local residents
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 26/06/2023
» The Mass Rapid Transit Authority (MRTA) is waiting for the Fine Arts Department to approve its plan for the new Democracy Monument Station, which has come under fire from conservationists and residents alike over its likely impact on historic buildings, in what is one of Bangkok's oldest neighbourhoods.
Saen Saep e-boat trial disappoints
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 06/04/2022
» Ridership on the electric boats plying the Wat Si Bun Ruang-Min Buri district office route fell below the expected target as commuters opted instead for faster-moving vessels, according to City Hall.
Rail fares slashed to boost patronage
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 21/01/2021
» Passes valid for 30 days with a fare discount on the Blue and Purple electric train lines will be sold in March, the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) said.