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Transport Public Consultation Held for New Terminal Design at Surat Thani Airport
Picture courtesy of Kaoded. The Department of Airports (DOA) has conducted a second and final round of public consultations regarding the design of a new passenger terminal at Surat Thani Airport, as part of its long-term regional air transport development strategy. The consultation took place at the Ubolratana Rajakanya Meeting Hall in Phunphin District, Surat Thani. The event was chaired by Mr Witsak Chamnarnusit, Deputy Governor of Surat Thani, with participation from Ms Preeya Chuaykhong, Director of Surat Thani Airport, and representatives from the Department of Airports. The project aims to enhance the airport’s capacity from 1,400 to approximately 2,000 passengers per hour by the year 2050. The new terminal is designed to meet growing demand and replace the existing facility, which is outdated and no longer sufficient. The DOA has commissioned Tropier Company and Green Planet Consultant Co., Ltd. to carry out the terminal’s architectural and engineering design, as well as to prepare an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) revision and procurement documentation. The planned development, located in Moo 3, Hua Toei sub-district, Phunphin district, includes a new terminal for both domestic and international flights, interior and landscape architecture, upgrades to the existing terminal, and the construction of two multi-storey car parks. The project study period spans 300 days, from 13 September 2024 to 9 July 2025. During the session, consultants presented key findings, draft designs and proposed environmental mitigation measures. These include: • A modern wastewater treatment system to meet environmental standards • Biannual canal dredging in April and November to prevent flooding • Installation of warning signs and deployment of traffic officers during construction • Community impact management during the building phase The process adheres to regulations under the Prime Minister’s Office concerning public participation, and the guidelines set out by the Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning (ONEP). Previous stages of public engagement included an initial presentation of the project on 19 November 2024 and small group discussions on 11 February 2025. Across all meetings, more than 310 people have participated in shaping the future of Surat Thani Airport. The project reflects the government’s intention to position Surat Thani as a key regional air transport hub, providing modern infrastructure to support both economic development and growing tourism. Adapted by Asean Now from Kaoded 2025-06-08 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Sunday 8 June 2025
Rampaging Truck Tries to Ram Cyber Cop After Refusal to Give Way Picture courtesy of Khaosod. In a dramatic road rage incident that could have ended in tragedy, a police officer from The Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau narrowly escaped a collision after a furious truck driver attempted to ram his vehicle along a busy highway. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362992-rampaging-truck-tries-to-ram-cyber-cop-after-refusal-to-give-way/ -
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800k or 65k regular income for O visa?
"You'll once a year need an balance confirmation letter from your bank together with a 3-month statement (typically 200 baht cost, valid for 7 days) and copy of (all pages) on your bankbook, which also need to be updated, often same day or day before applying for extension of stay." Procedure may be different, depending on the Immigration Office. At Jomtien, if you have the 800 000 baht in an FDA. the procedure is as follows: 1. Deposit 100 baht in the FDA. 2. Request the bank to update your bank book. 3. Request a letter stating that you are the holder of the account and how much is in it. (Cost: 200 baht.) 4. Request a 12-month statement. (Cost: 200 baht.) 5. If you are applying for an Extension of Stay yourself, you will need to copy every page of your bank book. 6. If you are using an agent #5 is not necessary. Source: Recent personal experience. -
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Crime Rampaging Truck Tries to Ram Cyber Cop After Refusal to Give Way
Picture courtesy of Khaosod. In a dramatic road rage incident that could have ended in tragedy, a police officer from The Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau narrowly escaped a collision after a furious truck driver attempted to ram his vehicle along a busy highway. Pol Sub-Lt Supot Kumpee, 55, from the Cyber Crime Division 3, filed a complaint at Mueang Udon Thani Police Station after he was aggressively pursued by a speeding lorry on 5 June. The incident occurred around 12:40 while Supot was travelling from Khon Kaen to Udon Thani to carry out official duties. The altercation reportedly began on Mittraphap Road in the Non Sung Subdistrict, where Supot was driving a government-issued four-door pickup. As traffic was heavy, Supot stated he blocked a large truck that was attempting to overtake, fearing there was not enough room and the truck’s trailer would hit his vehicle and potentially cause a wider collision. The truck driver, enraged by the refusal to give way, then began tailgating Supot at high speed, drawing dangerously close to his rear bumper. As the pursuit reached Ban Chan Intersection, Supot managed to slip through just as the traffic light turned green. He veered left into a side lane, forcing the truck to stop temporarily. But the chase didn’t end there. The lorry resumed its pursuit, following Supot, after he returned to his original route, to the Nong Toom-Nong Yai intersection en route to Nong Bua Lamphu Province. Only after Supot turned off into a residential area in Ban Nong Yai did the truck abandon the chase. Security camera footage from Ban Chan confirms the close pursuit. Investigators have identified the truck as bearing registration number 70-9822 Khon Kaen and belonging to a logistics company based in Ban Pet Subdistrict, Khon Kaen Province. Police are now attempting to contact the company to locate the driver for questioning. If intent to cause harm is established, legal action will follow. Supot, recounting the ordeal, said, “I didn’t allow him to overtake because I feared a collision, not just with me, but potentially with other road users. When he started tailgating and swerving aggressively, I knew I was in danger. I didn’t dare stop and reveal that I was a police officer, as I feared he would ram me on the spot.” “Even as a police officer, I was terrified. My blood pressure went up. He was driving as if he meant to crush me. I’m pressing charges and will see this through.” Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-06-08 ScreenRecording_06-07-2025 06-28-29_1.mp4 -
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Greta Thunberg’s Gaza Aid Voyage Sparks Controversy After Senator’s Mocking Remark
Interesting video from an English guy who lived in the area during the 1970s. Gazans simply jumped on a bus at Rafah if they wanted to travel to the West Bank. Lebanese people crossed the border (Good Fence) to get treatment in Israeli hospitals; everyone moved around freely without much fuss. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Sunday 8 June 2025
Electric Bicycle Charging Sparks Condo Blaze in Pattaya – Fire Alarm Does Not Sound Pictures courtesy of Khaosod. Panic gripped residents of a Pattaya condominium early morning on 7 June, after a fire broke out due to an exploding electric bicycle battery, forcing occupants to flee. The building’s fire alarm failed to activate during the initial outbreak. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362959-electric-bicycle-charging-sparks-condo-blaze-in-pattaya-–-fire-alarm-does-not-sound/
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