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PTTEP Launches ‘Ocean for Life’ underwater sculptures of art at Koh Tao
Published on 03/04/2026
» Surat Thani – PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (PTTEP), in collaboration with the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR), has begun placing the “Ocean For Life” underwater sculptures of art at Koh Tao, Surat Thani province. The initiative will create artificial reefs and a new diving site to help restore marine ecosystems, promote sustainable tourism and generate income for local communities. Divers will be able to visit the site from mid-April onwards.
TAT to stage 'Thailand Tourism Festival 2026' to reignite domestic travel
Published on 24/03/2026
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is set to energise domestic tourism with the return of its flagship event, the 44th Thailand Tourism Festival 2026, taking place from March 25-29 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in Bangkok.
“When the ocean cannot speak”
Published on 20/03/2026
» The ocean has always felt like home to Claire Narida Charanachitta.
Oil slick threatens tourism, triggers marine life worries
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 28/02/2026
» The Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) has reiterated concerns over ongoing environmental damage around Mu Koh Racha in Phuket after large quantities of oil washed ashore following the sinking of the Panama-flagged cargo vessel SEALLOYD ARC on Feb 7.
Oil spill reaches small island off Phuket
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 26/02/2026
» PHUKET - The oil spill from the capsized cargo ship Sealloyd Arc earlier this month has reached Koh Hey, a tourist island just off the southeast coast of this tourist island, with authorities continuing clean‑up operations on Thursday.
Maya Bay 'a haven' for blacktip reef sharks
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 17/02/2026
» The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) has confirmed that Maya Bay is a vital nursery ground for blacktip reef sharks after a recent survey recorded an unusually high concentration of the species.
PCD on oil wreck watch
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 15/02/2026
» The government has instructed the Pollution Control Department (PCD) to intensify monitoring after the cargo vessel SEALLOYD ARC sank off the coast of Phuket.
Dec 26 tsunami victims remembered 21 years on
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 27/12/2025
» Phuket, Krabi and Phangnga marked the 21st anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami on Friday with solemn remembrance ceremonies, interfaith prayers and tributes to the thousands who died.
Light rain anticipated in Hat Yai after yellow flag alert
Assawin Pakawan, Published on 19/12/2025
» SONGKHLA - Only light or moderate rain is expected to reach Hat Yai city on Friday, the Hat Yai Municipality said, after it hoisted a yellow flag alert for residents.
Yala dam resumes discharging water into Pattani River
Online Reporters, Published on 03/12/2025
» The Banglang dam in Yala province will resume discharging water into the Pattani River on Thursday, but this is not expected to increase flood levels downstream.