New hydropower dam in Laos could lead to ‘economic losses’ Conservationists and people of the Mekong Basin are petitioning the government not to sign a contract to buy electricity from the Pak Beng Hydropower Dam in Laos, fearing economic and territorial losses. The signatures were contained in an open letter addressed to Prime Minister Srettha […]
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Officials contemplating nuclear power in Thailand Authorities to carry out feasibillity study Energy authorities are planning to conduct a feasibility study on small nuclear power plant development in line with the revised power development plan (PDP), which promotes greater use of clean energy to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, says an Energy Ministry official. This type of nuclear […]
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Thai Cabinet gives go-ahead to construction of Bangkok’s MRT Orange Line Transport minister to officiate over contract signing on Thursday, will push for the launch of line’s eastern section soon Transport Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit will preside over a contract-signing ceremony on Thursday, so construction of the long-delayed Orange Line project can finally begin. Suriya was […]
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Phnom Penh-Siem Reap-Poipet Expressway feasibility study completed The China Road and Bridge and Corporation (CRBC) has finalized the feasibility study for the proposed Phnom Penh-Siem Reap-Poipet Expressway and is now compiling a comprehensive report to submit to the Cambodian government for review and evaluation. Cambodia’s third expressway project starts at Win-Win Boulevard, north of Phnom […]
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Rayong developers reduce launches as sales decline Pause in launches of condo supply urged Developers in Rayong are adjusting to a market slowdown by reducing the bulk of newly launched residential supply in the first quarter of 2024, in response to consecutive declines in sales. Vichai Viratkapan, acting director-general of the Real Estate Information Center (REIC), said […]
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Time to solve invasion of invasive blackchin tilapia fish in Thailand’s waters BANGKOK POST EDITORIAL The invasion of blackchin tilapia — an alien fish species banned in Thailand — speaks volumes about a lack of protection of biodiversity, which negatively impacts the local fishery business. Department of Fisheries (DoF) on Wednesday, during a press conference, said that the […]
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Planet Founders Tony and Maureen Wheeler Revolutionized the Way We Travel Paige McClanahan on the Origins, Development and Popularization of the Travel Guide VIA SCRIBNER By Paige McClanahan June 21, 2024 On July 4, 1972, a pair of young newlyweds named Tony and Maureen backed out of the driveway of a family home in the south […]
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BEM to buy 51 electric trains this year for Bangkok’s Orange and Blue lines Siemens or Japan Transport Engineering Company tipped as the most likely suppliers for the new trains, with delivery anticipated for 2027 Bangkok Expressways and Metro Plc (BEM) is in the process of selecting a provider of 51 electric trains, 30 of […]
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Thailand’s Energy Absolute’s shares suspended after CEO and deputy resign amid fraud probe The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) halted trading in shares of renewable energy firm Energy Absolute on Monday after its top two executives stepped down following accusations of fraud. CEO Somphote Ahunai and deputy CEO Amorn Sapthaweekul resigned on Sunday after the […]
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Thai Immigration to ensure immigration control at airports takes no more than 45 seconds per person The Immigration Bureau (IB) is set to take measures to ensure immigration control at airports takes no more than 45 seconds per person. The move is part of efforts to support the government’s expanded visa-free scheme for foreign visitors, […]
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