Government decries dyke construction progress
State agencies are being urged to speed up flood-protection operations in order to finish dyke construction for industrial estates by August. …[More]
B100bn for flood funds
Another 100 billion baht worth of flood-related infrastructure programmes will be up for approval by the government in August, says Chakkrit …[More]
India eyes Dawei access
India is urging Thailand to move forward with the logistics development project connecting Kanchanaburi to Dawei so it can use Thailand as a …[More]
Suvarnabhumi expansion advances
Capacity gain to 60m slated for 2018The long-awaited expansion of Suvarnabhumi Airport, which should have been completed by now, looks …[More]
Inspirational Manhattan project has potential in Bangkok
A sight for sore eyes – maybe, or maybe not.
Making visits to our sites is one of my routines on weekends. A half-day’s …[More]
Thailand capable of financing mega-projects: Virabongsa
Former Deputy Prime Minister Virabonga Ramangkura is pushing for huge investment on mega projects. …[More]
High-speed rail touted
Regional economies, tourism to benefitThe government is defending its planned high-speed train lines, saying their development will stimulate …[More]
Berli Jucker eyes regional acquisitions
Berli Jucker’s chief wants at least to double the company’s business contribution from Asean countries from the current 15 per cent to between …[More]
BKK expansion a must, IATA says
Strained capacity will send flyers elsewhere
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has warned that …[More]
Local residents support dykes
Public is also asking for government help
AYUTTHAYA : Residents of Ayutthaya province agree on the construction …[More]
Ch Karnchang signs Xayaburi project deal
Despite the current row over the future of the Xayaburi hydropower project in Laos, Ch Karnchang has made another move to bring it to …[More]
Autochannel active at Suvarnabhumi
The automatic passport screening system at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi airport went into operation yesterday without a snag, much to the rejoice …[More]
Thai flyers get fast track
Autochannel, a new automated passport control for locals, is expected to speed up immigration lines at Suvarnabhumi and allow better allocation …[More]
Myanmar border trade pushed
Two Kanchanaburi checkpoints sought
Businessmen in Kanchanaburi want to see two more checkpoints opened …[More]
Executives doubt flood plans
Executives from industrial and agricultural conglomerates in Thailand fear that the lack of coordination between concerned government agencies …[More]
Fast-track project funding considered
The government must complete disbursements of 120 billion baht in flood-related investments by the end of this month, says Wirun Techapaiboon, …[More]
Port authority woos more banks to e-payment scheme
The Port Authority of Thailand is seeking four more banks to join its Internet payment network for exporters and importers at Bangkok …[More]
Committee pushes rail plans after $1bn loan
The government is being urged to speed up rail development after securing a US$1-billion loan from the World Bank. …[More]
PPS eyes state projects
Project Planning Services Co (PPS), an engineering consultant, is counting on megaprojects to drive its revenue growth to 10% this year. …[More]
As queues grow, airport debate rages
Bangkok’s “single” airport controversy has returned to haunt all participants in the travel sector, especially air passengers who are most …[More]
Budget air to fly from Don Mueang
Govt decision prompted by mounting chaos and congestion at Suvarnabhumi …[More]
Saha Rattana races against clock for dyke, debt rejig
Time is running out for Saha Rattana Nakorn Industrial Estate to get a fresh loan to build a flood-prevention dyke as it plans to seek a green light …[More]
Strengthening supply Chains for the AEC
Are organisations supply chain-centric enough? This question should be at the top of C-level executives’ minds as the Asean Economic …[More]
UN Escap convenes ministerial conference on transport
Governments of countries across the Asia-Pacific region will meet in Bangkok from today until March 16, for high-level talks on …[More]
Thai companies plan for possible floods
Taking steps to minimise disruptions
Retailers and manufacturers are taking steps to protect themselves …[More]
Japan extends assistance to post-flood reconstruction
Japan is considering a grant worth 7-8 billion yen to Thailand, to finance the elevation of Bangkok’s outer ringroad and the water gate …[More]
Mjets reopens Don Mueang terminal
Thailand’s sole dedicated private jet terminal has reopened as its operator moves strenuously to rebuild traffic lost during the four-month …[More]
SCG Logistics: Prepare continuity plans
Businesses are being urged to come up with business continuity management (BCM) plans and scenario planning to minimise …[More]
Collapsed platform brings abandoned Hopewell back in public eye
The recent collapse of a giant concrete slab and steel scaffolding at the Hopewell project will attract more public attention to the pending …[More]
Passengers give top marks to Don Mueang restart
Passengers at Don Mueang Airport were happy with its trouble-free reopening yesterday after its temporary closure during last year’s …[More]
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