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Thai-Chinese high-speed rail project risks delay, may miss 2030 launch
Thai-Chinese high-speed rail project risks delay, may miss 2030 launch
SUNDAY, MARCH 22, 2026
The Bangkok–Nakhon Ratchasima section has reached 52.4% completion, but persistent construction delays and unresolved contracts are putting the project timeline under growing pressure.EEC Board Meeting Delayed Over Budget Concerns, Awaiting New Government
EEC Board Meeting Delayed Over Budget Concerns, Awaiting New Government
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2026
Behind the scenes: EEC Board meeting on the high-speed rail project connecting three airports, the EECiti smart city, and Phase 3 of Laem Chabang Port postponed indefinitely due to the MOF's concerns over budget commitments.SRT to seek Cabinet approval for three-airport high-speed rail contract changes
SRT to seek Cabinet approval for three-airport high-speed rail contract changes
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2026
Thailand’s three-airport high-speed rail PPP is moving towards a revised payment model and staged ARL concession fees, with a draft amended contract targeted for Cabinet consideration in June and signing in July 2026.SRT unveils timeline for 3-airport high-speed rail, seeks new Cabinet approval
SRT unveils timeline for 3-airport high-speed rail, seeks new Cabinet approval
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2026
Targeting a 2032 launch, the massive rail project linking Don Mueang, Suvarnabhumi, and U-Tapao is moving forward. The amended contract, featuring a "pay-as-you-build" model, is expected to be signed with the CP-led consortium by July 2026.Update: Crane collapse onto train in Sikhiu, 28 dead, 64 injured
Update: Crane collapse onto train in Sikhiu, 28 dead, 64 injured
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2026
A crane collapsed onto Special Express 21 in Sikhiu, causing 28 deaths and 64 injuries. The rescue teams are working to extinguish the fire and continue searching for missing individuals.Three-airport high-speed rail hit by fresh delay as contract change with CP must wait for new Cabinet
Three-airport high-speed rail hit by fresh delay as contract change with CP must wait for new Cabinet
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2025
Thailand’s flagship high-speed rail project linking Don Mueang, Suvarnabhumi and U-Tapao faces further delays after the House dissolution pushed the government into caretaker status, preventing approval of key amendments to the CP-led PPP contract.Cabinet to decide on revision of 3-airport high-speed rail contract, says Phiphat
Cabinet to decide on revision of 3-airport high-speed rail contract, says Phiphat
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2025
Transport Ministry will ask the Cabinet to decide whether to amend the high-speed rail linking three airports contract, warning that changes could expose the state to lawsuits from losing bidders over altered project conditions."Pingxiang Model" China-ASEAN High-Speed Rail Unlocks Freshness
"Pingxiang Model" China-ASEAN High-Speed Rail Unlocks Freshness
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 05, 2025
The "Pingxiang Model" high-speed rail enables quick delivery of fresh Thai durian to China in just one day, transforming Thai fruit trade to the Chinese marketTransport minister denies cancellation of high-speed rail contract linking three airports
Transport minister denies cancellation of high-speed rail contract linking three airports
MONDAY, OCTOBER 06, 2025
Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn insists the government has not cancelled the high-speed rail contract linking three airports, affirming the project will proceed under the existing agreement and in line with the Attorney General’s guidance.Phiphat to meet PM, attorney-general on three-airport rail amendment
Phiphat to meet PM, attorney-general on three-airport rail amendment
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 02, 2025
With the 224-billion-baht project years behind schedule, Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn plans to talk with the prime minister and the attorney-general to weigh legal options on a contract amendment and to secure safeguards against potential losses to the government.