Thailand’s Double-track Southern Line opens fully between Hua Hin and Prachuap Khiri Khan The double-track Southern Line is now fully in use between Hua Hin and Prachuap Khiri Khan, with rail officials saying the upgraded route will play a key role in boosting tourism and generating more than 72 million baht in revenue after 2025. […]
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Third tunnel on new line between Den Chai in Phrae and Chiang Khong at the Lao border in North Thailand nearing completion Work on the Song Tunnel, which lies on the new railway line currently under construction between Den Chai in Phrae and Chiang Khong at the Lao border, is about 90% complete, according to […]
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Thailand expands northern rail network with record-breaking elevated section PATTAYA, Thailand – Say hello to Lopburi 2 Station, the latest addition to Thailand’s modern railway network! Officially opened on 5 December 2025, this brand-new elevated station in Tha Wung District, Lopburi is part of the double-track railway project — making train travel faster, safer, and […]
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Mekong Delta’s New Dinh Khao Bridge to Begin Construction Construction on the Dinh Khao Bridge, a 4.3-kilometer span designed to replace the ferry across the Co Chien River, will begin on December 19. The bridge will improve travel across the Mekong Delta and connect key regional highways, facilitating better transportation. Vinh Long Province officials revealed […]
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Cambodia Hits Lowest Rank in Global English Index, Malaysia leads the Asia region Cambodia has been ranked bottom of the EF English Proficiency Index 2025, placing 123rd out of 123 countries with a score of 390. The Netherlands topped the table with 624 points, underscoring the gulf between nations at the highest and lowest ends […]
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Latest issue of Thailand Construction Newsletter (TCN391 – 04.12.25) out now! Latest issue of Thailand Construction Newsletter (TCN391 – 04.12.25) out now – see download below. Thailand Construction News – TCN391 – 04.12.25 If you would like to subscribe (free) to receive each issue, send us an email to ‘info AT qscthailand.com’ or ‘tcn AT […]
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Thai Cabinet Reverses Decision on New Public Holidays in 2026 The Thai Cabinet reversed its decision to add additional public holidays in 2026, citing potential negative impacts on businesses and employment. During the meeting on December 2, a proposal to include two special public holidays was reconsidered as ministers expressed concerns about disruptions to business […]
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State Railway of Thailand sounding out public on proposed Dark Red Line from Wongwian Yai (Bangkok) to Maha Chai (Samut Sakhon) The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has begun collecting public input on the proposed Dark Red Line commuter rail extension from Wongwian Yai in Bangkok to Maha Chai in Samut Sakhon. It is a […]
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Raimon Land steps up sale of major holdings Developer in acute need of cash Raimon Land (RML) is accelerating the sale of major assets, including its 8.4-billion-baht stake in the One City Centre (OCC) office tower, as part of efforts to enhance liquidity in the first quarter of 2026. Chief financial officer Sorrapong Mamuang said […]
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Thailand’s afternoon alcohol ban lifted, effective immediately (for trial period of 180 days) Pub customers given an extra hour to finish their drinks Registered outlets can now sell alcoholic beverages during the previously banned period of 2pm to 5pm, with a one hour extension of time for customers in licensed premises at night to finish […]
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