Bangkok Furious Over Cruise Ship Dumping Trash in River - video

[snoop1130]

Screenshots from Carla Porter Facebook video

 

Bangkok is seething with anger after a video capturing cruise ship staff dumping trash into the Chao Phraya River went viral. The video, shared by Carla Porter, Miss Thailand World 2009 runner-up, has sparked outrage and scrutiny.

 

The footage, recorded secretly by a friend of Porter, shows the crew hurling plastic bottles and foam boxes into the river. According to Porter, this isn’t a one-time incident. It happens daily, and when noticed, the crew attempted to conceal their actions by moving behind another docked ship.

 

“It's shocking that a company benefiting from the river could also be destroying it,” Porter commented, suspecting that higher-ups might be involved, not just the staff.

 

The scandal has led to an avalanche of criticism on social media, with environmentalists and residents demanding swift action. Tos, who manages a restaurant along the river, confirmed the dumping practice, having witnessed it multiple times himself. Frustrated by frequent floating trash and its stench affecting his business, Tos recorded the incident.

 

 

Tos remarked, “Instead of using a proper bin, they just toss trash before picking up passengers to maintain a clean front.”

 

Furious citizens flooded the cruise company's Facebook with calls for accountability and criticized management. The Marine Department has launched an investigation and promises penalties if the allegations hold true.

 

Attempts to reach the cruise company failed, as calls were redirected to a ticket agency denying ownership. As pressure mounts, the incident has reignited discussions on corporate responsibility and environmental ethics in Thailand. Environmental groups are pushing for stricter laws to protect the iconic Chao Phraya River, reported The Thaiger.

 

 

-- 2025-02-27

 

 

[Purdey]

Rivers are seen as a toilet for many Thais. Vietnam no better. I don't believe they even knew they were doing wrong.

[Tropicalevo]

2 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Furious citizens flooded the cruise company's Facebook with calls for accountability and criticized management.

 

Well done citizens - keep up the pressure.

More bad publicity for the owners please.

[lordgrinz]

Most Thai's view their environment as a toilet, look at the waterways and empty lots full of trash. Wonderful "Culture"!