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Thai telecom industry urges quicker digital reforms
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 11/02/2026
» The new government is being advised to prioritise regulatory easing to attract greater foreign investment in digital infrastructure, enhance workforce skills, and promote the adoption of new technologies.
MEA Restores Power After Samsen Road Subsidence
Published on 28/11/2025
» Road subsidence on Samsen Road in front of Vajira Hospital severely disrupted the local electricity network earlier this week, prompting an immediate response from the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA). On 24 September 2025, MEA executives and staff, led by Deputy Governor (Distribution System Service) Pipat Chonumpai, visited the site to monitor conditions, inspect the safety of power poles and electrical lines, and oversee restoration work.
Powering up thriving data centres
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 15/11/2025
» Among the energy projects aligned with the state's "Quick Big Win" policy is a direct power purchase agreement (PPA) scheme scheduled to take effect as soon as January 2026.
EVs, data centres seen driving cable growth
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 02/10/2025
» The electrical wire and cable industry is expected to have bright prospects this year, driven by the growth of electric vehicle (EV) and data centre businesses, says the Trade Association of Thai Cable Manufacturers (ATCM).
MEA restoring power as Samsen Rd repairs gather pace
Published on 29/09/2025
» The Metropolitan Electricity Authority has swiftly repaired damage and reinforced emergency readiness in the wake of the huge subsidence that closed Samsen Road in front of Vajira Hospital.
MEA cracks down on illegal cable cutting
Published on 19/09/2025
» The Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) has issued a warning against illegal activities such as cutting power cables, using stolen electricity for Bitcoin mining and tampering with electricity meters, all of which are considered MEA property.
Cambodian power deal to be cancelled
Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 31/07/2025
» The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA), a Thai government power distribution arm, is preparing to terminate a power purchase agreement with Cambodia following the disconnection of electricity transmission to the neighbouring country during the current territorial dispute.
Firm registrations hit by US levies
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 30/07/2025
» New business registrations are projected to stagnate at 85,000 this year, similar to 2024, due to US tariffs that could affect exports in the latter half, according to the Department of Business Development (DBD).
MEA Restarts Overhead Cable Removal on Key Roads
Published on 29/07/2025
» The Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) has resumed its overhead cable removal initiative, beginning with a major cleanup along Ngamwongwan Road as part of efforts to improve public safety and restore urban landscapes. The 2025 plan covers 47 routes, totalling over 171.24 kilometres.
Proposal for additional data centres in the provinces
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 22/05/2025
» Expanding data centres beyond Bangkok, enhancing mobile broadband performance, and strengthening network connectivity through internet exchange points are crucial for improving Thailand's internet resilience and establishing it as a regional data centre hub.