High-speed trains to accelerate towards bids
Bidding on construction of the Bangkok-Rayong high-speed train is expected to take place this year as part of efforts to jump-start the Eastern Economic Corridor, the government’s flagship project for Thailand 4.0. Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak said the terms of reference for the project will be settled by mid-year, with bidding for the construction contract to proceed soon after. Speaking at a meeting on EEC management policy, Mr Somkid said EEC-related committees are due to report the progress of the EEC and propose the plan to upgrade the U-Tapao airport to be a special economic zone to support Thailand’s plan to be the regional aviation hub.
