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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 10 March 2025
Cruise Tourism Poised for Expansion with Koh Samui Terminal File photo for reference only In a major boost for Thailand's tourism industry, the government has announced plans to build a state-of-the-art cruise terminal on Koh Samui, aiming to bolster the island’s economy by catering to the rising influx of international cruise visitors. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354098-cruise-tourism-poised-for-expansion-with-koh-samui-terminal/ -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 10 March 2025
Head-On Collision: Driver Crosses Lane, Kills Woman on Trike A 23-year-old man suffered critical injuries after his car veered into oncoming traffic and collided head-on with a trike, killing its 57-year-old female driver instantly. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1354097-head-on-collision-driver-crosses-lane-kills-woman-on-trike/ -
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Cruise Tourism Poised for Expansion with Koh Samui Terminal
File photo for reference only In a major boost for Thailand's tourism industry, the government has announced plans to build a state-of-the-art cruise terminal on Koh Samui, aiming to bolster the island’s economy by catering to the rising influx of international cruise visitors. Government Spokesman Jirayu Houngsub revealed the plans on Sunday during his visit to Surat Thani, highlighting the project's strategic importance. This development follows the cabinet's approval, secured during a session in Songkhla last month, underscoring a concerted effort to enhance infrastructure and economic prospects in the southern region. The current port facilities in Don Sak district are already operational, managing tourist vessels to Koh Samui. However, the forthcoming cruise terminal promises a substantial upgrade, with construction scheduled to commence in 2029 and an anticipated completion by 2032. The terminal, set to be constructed over 47 rai at Laem Hin Khom in tambon Taling Ngam, about 15 kilometres from the district centre, will feature a pier capable of accommodating two large cruise ships simultaneously. These vessels will boast passenger capacities of 4,000 and 2,500 respectively. "The government is committed to improving infrastructure in the southern region to stimulate economic growth, boost tourism, and ensure sustainable resource management," stated Mr Jirayu, underscoring the broader vision behind the development. Local officials, including Chatchai Manee, acting mayor of Koh Samui, and Adul Raluekmoon, director of the Koh Samui Regional Marine Office, accompanied Mr Jirayu, providing updates on the island’s drainage, sewage systems, and the land expropriation process for the new terminal. Encouragingly, local residents have reportedly expressed support for the project, with compensation plans in place for those affected by the expropriation. The ambitious project comes with a projected cost of 12.172 billion Thai Baht and is expected to have a lifespan of 30 years. The terminal will support an estimated 120 cruise routes annually, generating at least 8 billion Thai Baht in revenue. The Transport Ministry foresees that the terminal will significantly elevate Koh Samui's status as a top-tier international cruise destination. With the foundation set for long-term tourism development, Koh Samui stands ready to embrace its role as a key player in the global cruise market, promising economic prosperity for the island and beyond, reported Bangkok Post. -- 2025-03-10 -
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Head-On Collision: Driver Crosses Lane, Kills Woman on Trike
Pictures from responders. A 23-year-old man suffered critical injuries after his car veered into oncoming traffic and collided head-on with a trike, killing its 57-year-old female driver instantly. The crash occurred on the Pak Chong – Nikhom Lam Takhong Road, near a PTT petrol station and a chicken rice restaurant in Nong Sarai subdistrict, Pak Chong district, Nakhon Ratchasima province. At approximately 14:05 on 9 March, Pol. Lt. Boonlai Chaiyathip, deputy inspector of Nong Sarai Police Station, was alerted to the crash and rushed to the scene with traffic police and Sawang Witthaya Tham Pak Chong rescue workers. Upon arrival, officers discovered a white Honda Civic from Nakhon Ratchasima crashed into a large roadside tree, with extensive front-end damage. The car had also hit a nearby chicken rice restaurant, causing structural damage. The driver, identified as Mr Thanapon, 23, was found trapped in the driver’s seat with severe injuries. Rescue workers managed to extricate him and immediately transported him to Pak Chong Nana Hospital for urgent medical treatment. Nearby, officers found the wreckage of a trike, completely destroyed. The tricycle’s driver, Ms Manee, 57, had been killed on impact, her body trapped in the mangled remains of her vehicle. Initial reports from local witnesses indicate that the Honda Civic was travelling from Nikhom Lam Takhong, possibly from Wang Nam Khiao district, towards Pak Chong town when it lost control and crossed into oncoming traffic, slamming into the tricycle. The force of the impact killed Ms Manee instantly, while the car continued moving before crashing into the tree and the restaurant. Authorities are conducting a detailed investigation into the cause of the crash. -- 2025-03-10 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 10 March 2025
Man Dies After Falling from Mango Tree into Canal in Ayutthaya The incident occurred in Bang Pahan district, Ayutthaya, when a 37-year-old man lost his life after falling from a mango tree into a canal while attempting to pick ripe fruit. His relatives launched a frantic search after he failed to return home overnight, eventually discovering his body floating in the water. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1354096-man-dies-after-falling-from-mango-tree-into-canal-in-ayutthaya/
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