Author: Peter Carlisle

New Road to Phuket Airport Expected to Open by 2028 The Department of Highways is moving ahead with a new road project linking Ban Muang Mai to the Phuket Airport intersection to ease traffic and support the province’s growing tourism and economy. Director-General Aphirat Chaiyavongnoi said the new road will branch off from Highway 4027 […]

Thai Transport Ministry is moving forward with Phase 2 of the dual-track railway project, worth 297 billion baht The Transport Ministry is moving forward with Phase 2 of the dual-track railway project, worth 297 billion baht. Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungruangkit announced progress on Phase 2 of Thailand’s dual-track railway expansion, covering […]

Bangkok’s new mega road to Don Mueang set to open this month New road to ease Ram Inthra traffic, boost airport access Bangkok drivers are in for a traffic breakthrough as a major new link road connecting Vibhavadi Rangsit and Phahon Yothin roads nears completion — and it’s set to open by the end of […]

Bangkok’s Condo market to see continued decline Despite cuts in transfer and mortgage fees, as well as relaxed loan-to-value limits, Bangkok’s condo market is expected to continue its decline from last year, driven by the ongoing economic slowdown and weak foreign demand. Phattarachai Taweewong, director of the research department at property consultancy Colliers Thailand, said […]

Daily minimum wage to increase to 400 baht in Bangkok from 01 July 2025 Higher rate will also apply in most tourism venues nationwide, but help for employers offered Elsewhere, rates range from 337 to 380 baht depending on the province An increase in the daily minimum wage to 400 baht (£9.07 / €10.65 / […]