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Suvarnabhumi Archive for 2006


Suvarnabhumi Airport ready to be a gateway to Asia

Friday, October 6th, 2006

Tourism Authority of Thailand Acting Governor Pensuda Priaram stated, “The long-awaited opening of Suvarnabhumi is one of the most important landmarks in the history of Thai travel and tourism. We have no doubt that it will attract more visitors to Thailand, be it as inbound tourists or transit passengers who will become future tourists.”

The world’s newest airport opened in Bangkok in a relatively smooth fashion, and Thailand is gearing up for increased arrival numbers, with their 15 million target in 2007 set to grow even larger.

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AOT helps communities affected by noise pollution

Friday, October 6th, 2006

Airports of Thailand (AOT) yesterday (October 5, 2006) agreed to spend its emergency funds to help residents severely affected by noise pollution from Suvarnabhumi airport. Later this month AoT is to conclude its compensation plan that should include the expropriation of nearly 200 houses.

The board decided to release the funds to help the people in Samut Prakan’s Bang Phli district. Their homes are situated in Rom Klao area on the northwest and north of the airport. They include Romruedee, Suk Village, Saranvong and Suk Ville 4 estates.

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Suvarnabhumi to build a low-cost passenger terminal costing 1.2 billion Baht

Thursday, October 5th, 2006

Airports of Thailand (AOT) will today seek approval from its board of directors to build a low-cost passenger terminal costing Bt1.2 billion at Suvarnabhumi Airport.

Bangkok AirportAOT president Chotisak Asapaviriya said the planned facilities would have a total space of 40,000 square metres, with an annual capacity to serve 17 million passengers. It will be especially designed for budget airlines and travellers, with the emphasis on reducing operating and other costs.

“Cost-efficiency is the top priority, because it will not be as beautiful and cosy as the existing terminal. However, service at the new low-cost hub will be fast and convenient.”

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