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Rail system restructuring proposal heads to cabinet

The Transport Ministry will today (Tuesday) seek cabinet approval in principle for a plan to place Bangkok's electric rail network under a single management model overseen by the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA).

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2 Thais among 179 dead in plane crash in South Korea

Two Thai nationals were among the 175 passengers, as well as six crew members, on board the airliner that crashed on Sunday at South Korea

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South Korea plane crash: Everything we know about country’s worst domestic air disaster

Footage shows Boeing 737-800 skidding along runway at Muan airport before hitting wall and catching fire

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Governor backs Bangkok congestion charge

Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt backs the Transport Ministry

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Paris launches emergency plan to fight spread of bed bugs

France’s Transport Ministry and Paris's town hall on Friday launched a battle plan to fight bed bugs that have recently appeared in public transport and cinemas. The measures come as France hosts the Rugby World Cup, which has drawn tens of thousands of visitors.

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Ministry says city’s port is staying put

The Transport Ministry has poured cold water on a suggestion by the Bangkok governor to move Bangkok Port from Klong Toey district, saying it has plans to develop the facility into a green port.

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Chuvit targets Chidchob clan

Whistleblower Chuvit Kamolvisit has launched a broadside at Bhumjaithai Party ministers and the Chidchob family, including suspended Transport Minister Saksayam Chidchob, accusing them of being involved in a number of alleged irregularities.

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Cabinet approves air services plan for U-Tapao

The cabinet on Tuesday gave the green light to the Aeronautical Radio of Thailand (Aerothai) to carry out a project worth 1.25 billion baht that would upgrade air navigation services at U-Tapao airport in Rayong province, said deputy government spokeswoman Traisuree Taisaranakul.

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SRT to call bids for land near new rail hub

The Transport Ministry expects that bids for the commercial development of land around Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal will be completed this year.

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Opposition seeks transport minister's removal over contracts

The opposition is seeking the removal of Transport Minister Saksayam Chidchob from office, accusing him of winning construction contracts from the Transport Ministry via a proxy in violation of the constitution.

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Party leader seeks graft inquiry into SRT’s B33m nameplate change

The leader of the Thai Civilized Party has asked anti-corruption police to investigate executives of the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) and others over the 33-million baht contract for the new nameplate and logo redesign of Bang Sue Grand Station.

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With high hopes, Thailand welcomes Chinese tourists' return

Three Cabinet ministers have welcomed Chinese tourists with flowers and gifts as they arrived at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport after China relaxed travel restrictions

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Rail station name shame

At a cost of 33 million baht, the nameplate and logo redesign for Bang Sue Grand Station has triggered public suspicion that requires not only a clear explanation from the State Railway of Thailand and the Transport Ministry but also prompt and thorough scrutiny from related agencies.

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SRT's B33m redesign contract faces audit

The Transport Ministry has ordered an investigation into a 33-million-baht contract for a nameplate and logo redesign of Bang Sue Grand Station after concerns were raised about the project's cost.

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Passenger volumes set to increase further

The number of passengers entering and leaving the country via all modes of transportation increased sharply throughout last year when compared to the previous year, according to the Transport Ministry.

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Saudi Transport Ministry Signs First-Time Performance Contracts

The Saudi Transport Ministry has signed 62 performance contracts for road maintenance projects with several private sector companies.

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More international flights to be sought

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha on Tuesday ordered the Transport Ministry to directly contact international airlines to increase flights into the country following a surge in demand, according to government spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri.

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Baggage handlers told to speed up

The Transport Ministry has ordered baggage-handling companies at Suvarnabhumi airport to speed up their services after receiving complaints from people who had to wait up to 90 minutes to collect their luggage.

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Taxi fares to rise in Greater Bangkok

The Transport Ministry and taxi drivers have agreed on new fare rates for Bangkok and its vicinity that will see passengers paying about 7% more for a ride.

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Taxi fares to rise in Greater Bangkok

The Transport Ministry and taxi drivers have agreed on new fare rates for Bangkok and its vicinity that will see passengers paying about 7% more for a ride.

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OTP expects joint ticketing by 2027

The Office of Transport and Traffic Policy and Planning (OTP) is preparing to submit a bill on a common ticketing system for public transport to the Transport Ministry for review in January, with the expectation the system will be put in place by 2027.

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High-speed rail project running late

The contract governing the construction of the Thai-Chinese high-speed railway may need to be renegotiated as work on the first phase between Bangkok and Nakhon Ratchasima has fallen behind schedule, a source at the Transport Ministry said.

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High-speed rail project 'behind schedule'

The contract governing the Thai-Chinese high-speed railway construction may need to be renegotiated, as construction of the project's first phase between Bangkok and Nakhon Ratchasima is now falling behind schedule, a source at the Transport Ministry said.

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MFP urges govt to rethink Orange Line

The Move Forward Party (MFP) has appealed to the attorney-general to review the mega-contract for the Orange Line's western expansion before it gains cabinet approval, as many fear unfair bidding could cost the government 68 billion baht in losses.

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Bangkok Airways in talks over Betong-Hat Yai route

The green light is being sought from the Transport Ministry to launch a commercial route for Bangkok Airways between Songkhla's Hat Yai and Yala's Betong after the three-times-weekly Betong-Don Mueang flights operated by Nok Air were terminated on Oct 28.

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