Sarnpetch inspects Krabi and Andaman Ring ferry network
Sarnpetch visits Krabi to inspect the Andaman Ring ferry project and Saladan pier upgrades, aiming to cut Phuket travel time to 2 hours.
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- Sarnpetch visited Krabi to inspect water and land transport infrastructure projects
- The Andaman Ring project connects Krabi, Koh Yao, and Phuket, cutting travel time to 2 hours
- Urgent repairs ordered for Saladan pier and 25-year-old Loh Yai pier
- Highway No. 4156 construction project covers a distance of 40.475 kilometers
Sarnpetch recently inspected various key water and land transport development projects in Krabi province, aiming to upgrade local infrastructure and better accommodate upcoming tourism growth.
During the visit, officials reviewed the progress of the Saladan pier renovation project in Saladan sub-district, Koh Lanta district. The project involves upgrading a 75 x 10-meter passenger pier along with a tourist service building and decorative sculptures, with completion targeted for September 15, 2026.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
In addition, local authorities have been instructed to identify pier ownership and resolve related issues within 15 days to expedite the renovation of Loh Yai pier in Koh Lanta Noi. Having operated for 25 years, the pier's structure has deteriorated and requires urgent upgrading to ensure safety and efficiency.
Another major highlight is the "Andaman Ring" maritime linkage project, connecting Krabi, Koh Yao, and Phuket through four ferry piers: Tha Lane in Krabi, Manoh on Koh Yao Noi, Chong Lard on Koh Yao Yai, and Ao Por in Phuket. This initiative will reduce travel time between Krabi and Phuket to approximately 2 hours, down from 3 hours and 30 minutes by car. All four piers are currently undergoing procurement and are expected to open fully by June 2029.
The Andaman Ring project serves as a strategic milestone for transforming Andaman tourism. By connecting maritime hubs across provinces, it overcomes geographical barriers of road travel, significantly shortening transit times and distributing economic benefits to island communities like Koh Yao, aligning with seamless multi-modal transport goals.
Road transport is also being enhanced via the Highway No. 4156 construction project spanning 40.475 kilometers between Khao Phanom and Thung Yai districts, linking Krabi and Nakhon Si Thammarat. This project is currently undergoing an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and land expropriation. Further upgrades are planned for Highway No. 4206 and Highway No. 4034.
Concluding the inspection, Sarnpetch urged the Marine Department and the Department of Highways to accelerate the projects according to schedule, prioritizing public benefit, economic value, and travel safety.
Source: Matichon Politics
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