PUBLISHED: 29 Apr 2024 at 04: 30
In six months, the first step of Phuket’s metro project will be completed, with work anticipated to begin in 2028 and the service expected to open in 2031.
The 41.7-kilometer metro system connecting Phuket International Airport and the Ha Yeak Chalong intersection was reviewed by Transport Minister Suriya Jungrangreangkit yesterday.
The Mass Rapid Transit Authority ( MRTA ) would spend six more months, according to Mr. Suriya, to finish the study and turn in the report by June 2026.
From July 2026 to February 2027, it would then be made and presented to the Transport Ministry, State Enterprise Policy Office, the Public-Private Partnership ( PPP ) committee, and the cabinet, respectively.
The selling process for the project is anticipated to last from March 2027 to August 2028.
According to Mr. Suriya, construction is anticipated to begin in September 2028, and the train will start operating in December 2031.
Phuket officials plan to expand Highway Road No 402 and 4027 to reduce traffic gridlock during construction. Along the fringes of Phuket City, underpasses to reduce through five crossings on Highway 402 have also been created to reduce traffic congestion.
Five manhole tunnels, with lengths ranging from 1.10km to 3.25km, may be constructed near Muang Thalang School, at Mut Dok Khao crossing, through Thalang city city, near the Srisunthon municipality office and at Ko Kaeo- Bang Khu intersection.