Thai Airways brings WiFi, mobile phone services to the sky

Passengers will soon be able to make calls, use Facebook and tweet about their meals. Just like being in the office, really Expect a surge of Instagram shots of airplane wings and inflight meals when Thai Airways launches its new on-board connectivity services later this year. Thailand’s flag carrier announced it has teamed up with airline communications […]

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Government officially launched Catastrophe insurance project

 The government has unveiled its natural Catastrophe insurance policy, which is aimed at boosting confidence among the general public and investors. The new type of insurance policy, issued by virtue of the ‘National Catastrophe Insurance Fund’, is intended to offer protection to the public at a reasonable cost, while boosting confidence among the people of […]

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Krabi Airport Opens New Terminal – Capacity Upstages Phuket

Krabi’s Airport has opened a new terminal effective April 1st. The existing facility is dedicated to international passengers and all those on Thai Airways, while the new terminal will house domestic travelers including Thai AirAsia and Bangkok Airways. Airport capacity has been effectively increased from 4.38 million up to 8.76 million. Stated capacity for Krabi […]

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MRTA board moves deputy governor to clear way for bidding probe

The board appointed Pirayuth Singhanakul, deputy governor for strategic planing, to replace Mr Chaisit, who moves to an advisory post. A source said Transport Minister Jarupong Ruangsuwan ordered the transfer. The transfer would not affect Mr Chaisit’s prospects of vying for the job of new governor, Ratchanee Treepipatkul, the board chairman, said. Mr Chaisit is […]

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Architecture in Hua Hin inspired by many cultures

Architects and property developers in Hua Hin are designing their beachfront homes in international styles inspired by such places as Morocco, Turkey and Spain. While these have proved popular with customers, a professor of architecture wishes designs would better reflect the lifestyle and climate of this Thai beach resort, rather than copying foreign styles. A new condominium […]

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Dow Chemical adds $125m to Thai investment

Dow Chemical Co is pouring an additional US$125 million into its Thai operations, strengthening the country’s role in transforming the US-based firm from a manufacturer of basic chemicals to a maker of specialty products. The new investment follows the recent completion of Dow’s $3-billion Thai Growth Project that began in 2006. The new projects, both set […]

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Thailand: Ranong Port Needs Redevelopment, Official Says

Ranong provincial administration is requesting a budget of 295 million baht for the development of Ranong Port to boost local economy, at the upcoming mobile Cabinet meeting. Peerasak Hinmuangkao, governor of Ranong, said that the Ranong port was built nearly 50 years ago and is in need of restoration. Work would include alterations to the […]

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