webfact Posted January 25, 2023 Share Posted January 25, 2023 Bridge to Koh Lanta Noi. PHOTO: Flickr/Live in far away By Peter Roche The Thai government is budgeting nearly 31 billion baht for the construction of interprovincial motorways and a bridge connecting the Krabi islands of Koh Lanta Klang and Koh Lanta Noi. Nation Thailand reports that 11.2 billion baht of funding will come from the government’s own budget, with 19.75 billion coming from other sources. Government spokesperson Trisulee Trisaranakul says the new M6 motorway, linking Bang Pa-In in the central province of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya to Nakhon Ratchasima in the northeast, is around 98% complete. Also nearing completion is the M81 motorway connecting Bang Yai in central Thailand to Kanchanaburi in the west. The M81 is around 85% complete and, along with the M6 motorway, should be ready to open in 2025. Meanwhile, Trisulee says the Rama III-Dao Khanong-Western Bangkok Outer Ring Expressway is over 45% complete and the M82 linking Bang Khun Tian, Ekachai Road, and Ban Phaeo in Bangkok and central Thailand, is over 77% complete. Both are expected to open for public use in 2025. In addition, a number of projects are expected to be completed next year, including a fifth Thai-Laos Friendship Bridge, connecting the province of Bueng Kan, in northeast Thailand, with Bolikhamxai province in Laos. Also due for completion next year is a road linking the Aircraft Repair Station and the third Thai-Laos Friendship Bridge in the northeastern province of Nakhon Phanom. Two bridge projects approved last year are also due to get underway this year. They are the bridge connecting the islands of Koh Lanta Klang and Koh Lanta Noi in Krabi province and the Songkhla Lake Bridge, connecting the southern provinces of Songkhla and Phatthalung. Trisulee says each of the projects will help local economies, promoting tourism and increasing transport options. Anutin Charnvirakul, in his role as Deputy PM, has instructed the Transport Ministry to ensure each of the projects is completed within the specified deadlines. Source: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/national-news/31-billion-baht-allocated-to-build-cross-country-motorways-koh-lanta-bridge/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-01-25 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sammieuk1 Posted January 25, 2023 Share Posted January 25, 2023 It will end up with 50.75 billion coming from other sources after the usual sticky finger disbursements ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted January 25, 2023 Share Posted January 25, 2023 At least some infrastructure being built is actually warranted. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burma Bill Posted January 25, 2023 Share Posted January 25, 2023 5 hours ago, webfact said: with 19.75 billion coming from other sources. China (Belt & Road)???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John harrison Posted January 25, 2023 Share Posted January 25, 2023 Motorways ?? ?....as in no motorcycles, farm vehicles, pedestrians, slow moving banger pick ups..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydebolle Posted January 25, 2023 Share Posted January 25, 2023 Taxpayers all over Thailand are more than delighted over the good news ....... ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VocalNeal Posted January 25, 2023 Share Posted January 25, 2023 (edited) 30 minutes ago, Burma Bill said: China (Belt & Road)???? Japan East-West Corridor???? Edited January 25, 2023 by VocalNeal 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zzaa09 Posted January 25, 2023 Share Posted January 25, 2023 6 hours ago, sammieuk1 said: It will end up with 50.75 billion coming from other sources after the usual sticky finger disbursements ???? You know how that is - business is business the world over...usually with a corrupt stain within. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee65 Posted January 25, 2023 Share Posted January 25, 2023 They pave paradise, put up a parking lot ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liddelljohn Posted January 25, 2023 Share Posted January 25, 2023 when will they allow Big bikes 500cc plus to go on the Motorways like in civilised countries Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedrogaz Posted January 26, 2023 Share Posted January 26, 2023 10 hours ago, liddelljohn said: when will they allow Big bikes 500cc plus to go on the Motorways like in civilised countries Never, I hope. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sungod Posted January 26, 2023 Share Posted January 26, 2023 10 hours ago, liddelljohn said: when will they allow Big bikes 500cc plus to go on the Motorways like in civilised countries This is not civilised, will just increase the carnage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacko45k Posted January 26, 2023 Share Posted January 26, 2023 10 hours ago, liddelljohn said: when will they allow Big bikes 500cc plus to go on the Motorways like in civilised countries They scare the guys on the samlors and Honda Waves! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VocalNeal Posted January 26, 2023 Share Posted January 26, 2023 10 hours ago, liddelljohn said: when will they allow Big bikes 500cc plus to go on the Motorways like in civilised countries When the booths/camera system can identify then to charge the toll. With cash bikes take too long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedro01 Posted January 26, 2023 Share Posted January 26, 2023 I am confused about the bridge from Koh lanta to Koh lanta noi, there's a photo of it in the OP and it looks in good condition. Are they building a second? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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