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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 31 January 2025
SRT to Procure 184 Modern Railcars in 24 Billion Baht Overhaul The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has approved a 24.15 billion baht procurement plan for 184 new air-conditioned diesel railcars, replacing ageing rolling stock that has been in service for over three decades. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1350368-srt-to-procure-184-modern-railcars-in-24-billion-baht-overhaul/ -
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SRT to Procure 184 Modern Railcars in 24 Billion Baht Overhaul
Picture courtesy of SRT. The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has approved a 24.15 billion baht procurement plan for 184 new air-conditioned diesel railcars, replacing ageing rolling stock that has been in service for over three decades. SRT Governor Veeris Ammarapala confirmed that the project will replace 10 long-distance passenger trains and introduce 52 new trains, 46 for medium-range routes and six for long-distance travel. The procurement includes 92 railcars with driver cabins and 92 without, each costing 131.25 million baht. The SRT will fund the project through a loan guaranteed by the Finance Ministry. A total of 62 upgraded trains will be introduced under the plan. These will replace special express services on key routes, including Sawanaklok, Chiang Mai, Ubon Ratchathani, and Surat Thani. Additionally, new express services will be launched on routes serving Phitsanulok, Nakhon Ratchasima, Khon Kaen, Chumphon, and Nong Khai. The new fleet will consist of Hybrid Diesel-Electric Multiple Units (Hybrid DEMU), powered by both diesel engines and battery-operated electric motors. Each train will feature air-conditioned first and second-class carriages, 239 seats, and dedicated spaces for disabled passengers. Additional passenger amenities will include: • Wi-Fi connectivity • Adjustable seating • Hygienic closed-system toilets • LED information screens • Onboard food and beverage counters The first batch of 60 railcars is expected to enter service by 2030, with projected ridership of 4.81 million passengers per year, generating an estimated 3.47 billion baht annually. The SRT will submit the project for Cabinet approval, with contractor selection set for July 2026 and full implementation by April 2030. This timeline aligns with the completion of Thailand’s double-track railway in 2028 and the opening of new railway lines in 2029. The initiative marks a significant step in modernising Thailand’s railway network, improving travel comfort and efficiency for passengers across the country. -- 2025-01-31 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 31 January 2025
Police Officer Dies in Car Crash on Way to Election Duty in Lampang A 21-year-old police officer lost his life after his vehicle crashed into a tree while en route to work at the local government elections in Lampang. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1350367-police-officer-dies-in-car-crash-on-way-to-election-duty-in-lampang/ -
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Police Officer Dies in Car Crash on Way to Election Duty in Lampang
. Picture from responders. A 21-year-old police officer lost his life after his vehicle crashed into a tree while en route to work at the local government elections in Lampang. The incident occurred on the Phahonyothin Road, near the U-turn point at Ban Wang Yao, in the district of Sop Prap, Lampang, at approximately 06:30 on January 30. Authorities were alerted to the crash and rushed to the scene, where they found a silver Isuzu D-Max pickup truck that the driver had veered off the road and collided with a tree. The front of the vehicle was extensively damaged, with the engine compartment crushed. Inside the vehicle, the body of a man was discovered slumped over the steering wheel. Emergency responders and police identified the victim as Police Corporal Swit, aged 21, who was stationed at the Thoen Police Station in Lampang. Preliminary investigations suggest that the officer was on his way to work in preparation for his election duties as a member of the Electoral Commission for the upcoming provincial elections in Lampang. Authorities suspect that the crash may have been caused by fatigue or drowsiness, though an official investigation is ongoing to determine the exact cause. -- 2025-01-31
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