Category: Construction News

First Thai-built light rail tram begins test runs in Khon Kaen KHON KAEN — Thailand’s first domestically designed and built light rail tram has begun test runs at Rajamangala University of Technology Isan (RMUTI), Khon Kaen campus, drawing widespread attention online. The prototype tram, developed by Thai researchers, is currently undergoing daily trial operations along […]

Bangkok’s new ‘Green Bridge’ connects Lumpini and Benjakitti parks, set to finish by mid-2026 The 1.6km Green Bridge linking Lumpini Park and Benjakitti Park in Bangkok is being revamped with a universal design, CCTV, and lighting, expected to finish by mid-2026. Wisanu Subsompon, Deputy Governor of Bangkok, led the media on a site visit to […]

State Railway of Thailand unveils timeline for 3-airport high-speed rail, seeks new Cabinet approval The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has outlined a new timeline for the high-speed rail project, targeting a service launch in 2032, following a contract signing in July 2026 and a subsequent 5.5-year construction and testing phase. The SRT is seeking […]

Budget hotels at Thailand’s PTT petrol stations; joint venture of PTT and Central Plaza Hotel SEE ALSO: PTT Oil and Retail Business to start building hotels in petrol stations next year Two listed firms, PTT Oil and Retail Plc (OR) and Central Plaza Hotel Plc (Centel), announced a joint venture that will run budget hotels […]

Thai Cabinet approves Intercity Motorway No. 6 (M6) Bang Pa-in–Nakhon Ratchasima contract change to allow early payments amid construction delays The acting Cabinet has approved changes to the operation and maintenance (O&M) contract for the Intercity Motorway No. 6 (M6), allowing partial payments to the private contractor before the highway opens to address delays in […]

The Green Real Estate Summit Returns on March 12th, 2026 in Bangkok: Confronting the Decade of Climate Risk and Resilient Growth Green Building Consulting & Engineering (GBCE) is pleased to announce the fifth edition of The Green Real Estate (TGRE) 2026, taking place on March 12th, 2026 in Bangkok. This closed-door, invitation-only summit brings together […]

Thailand’s THB990 Billion Southern Land Bridge Tender Eyed Within Four Years The Transport Ministry says the THB990 billion land bridge under the Southern Economic Corridor (SEC) could be opened for bidding and private investment within four years under the Bhumjaithai-led government of Anutin Charnvirakul. Officials cited strong interest from Thai and overseas investors following international […]

Thailand’s low-rise housing developer Britania pivots to hybrid business parks Five projects to focus on small firms SET-listed low-rise housing developer Britania is shifting towards business, warehouse and residential developments across five locations, with a combined value of 1.8 billion baht, targeting small and medium-sized enterprises as demand for pure housing slows. Phakhin Sirisomphol, assistant […]

37.41KM Koh Samui to Mainland Bridge Plan Set for 2029 Construction Start Thailand’s Expressway Authority (EXAT) has concluded its study into the 74-billion-baht Samui Bridge project, with construction scheduled to begin in 2029 and the route expected to open by late 2033. The 37.41-kilometre expressway will cut travel time between the mainland and Koh Samui […]

Thai home-building market shrinks by 11%, Home Builder Association adapts with proactive strategies The Thai home-building market saw an 11% drop in Q1 2026, but the Home Builder Association is ramping up efforts across Thailand to stimulate the sector and prepare for recovery. In the face of Thailand’s economic pressures, including slow consumer spending, high […]