Bangkok’s Yellow Line monorail endorsed by PM for easy city commute

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Bangkok’s Yellow Line monorail route was given a stamp of approval today by Thailand’s Caretaker Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, who described the new mode of transport as “comfortable.” Setting off from the Yellow Line railway depot on Srinagarindra Road, he and his entourage embarked on a 45 minute journey covering the entire monorail line and reaching Lat Phrao.

 

Though the Mass Rapid Transit Authority had already started offering free test runs to the public on June 3, Gen Prayut’s endorsement now marks an important milestone in the monorail system’s official launch. Covering a 30-kilometre distance, the Yellow Line was built with an investment of 49 billion baht, connecting the Ratchada-Lat Phrao intersection with Sukhumvit Road in Samut Prakan province. Its construction began in 2018 with the intent to connect eastern Bangkok with the main electric railways. Chinese-made Innovia Monorail 300 Bombardier trains were implemented for the system.

 

During his test ride, Gen Prayut remarked, “During the ride, I felt comfortable. It is a new (transport) choice for people along the route.”

 

By Mitch Connor

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