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MRO takes centre stage as sector expands
Business, Suchat Sritama, Published on 03/01/2019
» Thai aerospace is ready to take off with the huge opportunity of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, but airline competition will continue to intensify as low-cost carriers broaden their networks.
THAI pilots to get higher allowances
News, Suchat Sritama, Published on 20/12/2018
» Thai Airways International Plc (THAI) has increased pilot allowances in a bid to stop pilot poaching by competitors.
Tourism Council predicts 40.3m arrivals for 2019
Business, Suchat Sritama, Published on 19/12/2018
» The Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) predicts international arrivals to Thailand will increase to 40.3 million in 2019, mainly because of lowered visa barriers.
Why are so many hotels for sale?
Business, Suchat Sritama, Published on 10/12/2018
» Several factors have forced numerous small and medium-sized hoteliers to put their properties on the block.
EEC tabbed for tourism lift
Business, Suchat Sritama, Published on 16/11/2018
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry says the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) initiative could help boost tourism and small business in a greater area along the Eastern Seaboard.
Phuket puts B40 million towards beach safety
Business, Suchat Sritama, Published on 07/11/2018
» Phuket is granting a budget of 40 million baht to improve safety and security at major beaches around the island to ensure tourist confidence.
Indian budget carrier GoAir sets sights on Phuket
Business, Suchat Sritama, Published on 25/10/2018
» India's budget airline GoAir has entered the Thai market, operating five direct flights to Phuket, marking its first international route.
EEC interest stirring up Pattaya hotels
Business, Suchat Sritama, Published on 09/10/2018
» The Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) is helping hotels and tourism in Pattaya and adjacent areas as the industrial zone prompts further development throughout the Eastern Seaboard, featuring mixed industrial sites and resorts.
Tourism Department mulls safety legislation
Business, Suchat Sritama, Published on 09/10/2018
» The Tourism Department is considering proposing a new bill for measures involving tourism safety in an attempt to restore tourist confidence.
Tourist tax perk nearing expiry
Business, Suchat Sritama, Published on 04/10/2018
» With less than three months left for the tax scheme to encourage more people to visit second-tier provinces, the government and stakeholders are mulling the possibility of extending the programme for another year to ensure benefit to all 55 provinces.