Thailand weighs alternative to stalled airport rail project

Transportation Thailand weighs alternative to stalled airport rail project Government official stresses crucial need for link between Bangkok and industrial zone Bangkok's main gateway, Suvarnabhumi Airport, is part of the railway project the Thai government is planning to enhance connectivity between the capital and its eastern industrial zone. (Photo by Ken Kobayashi) APORNRATH PHOONPHONGPHIPHAT November 11, 2026 09:43 JST BANGKOK -- Thailand is considering an alternative railway plan for linking Bangkok and the country's core industrial zone in the east, as an existing high-speed rail project has stalled for years due to funding difficulties. Read Next Automobiles ASEAN auto sales rose 13% in Q3 on EV and hybrid demand in key markets Economy Debt costs curb growth for developing nations, Rockefeller official says Technology Grab eyes more AI investment after Taiwan deal blocked Electric vehicles Thailand to raise tax on imported EVs to 35% as Chinese brands gain ground Food & Beverage Oriental Kopi founder wants to put Malaysia on the menu Comment Thailand looks west after 30 years of struggles over Dawei Food & Beverage Thai highland tribe coffee brews following at home and in Tokyo Latest on Transportation Transportation Singapore Airlines unveils $1.6bn cabin revamp with giant double bed Transportation Grab rival Tada joins Singapore's self-driving minibus project Transportation China's slumping state airlines pin hopes on overseas demand like exporters Sponsored Content About Sponsored Content This content was commissioned by Nikkei's Global Business Bureau.