Transport
State Railway of Thailand Investigates Collision at Phahonyothin Yard
A shunting locomotive collided with a passenger train at the Phahonyothin railway yard, resulting in one injury and an ongoing investigation.
On September 25, 2026, the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) reported a collision involving a shunting diesel locomotive (No. 4025) and a stationary passenger train (No. 32, Hat Yai-Krung Thep Aphiwat) at the Phahonyothin long-distance railway yard. The incident caused damage to several passenger carriages and left one railway employee injured. The injured worker was promptly transported to a hospital for treatment, and the SRT is monitoring their condition.
According to Khaosod Online, the SRT has secured the area and is working to clear the damaged carriages to restore normal operations. An internal investigation has been ordered to determine the cause of the accident, focusing on operational procedures, locomotive conditions, and signaling systems.
For residents and travelers, it is important to note that the incident occurred within a restricted operational yard and did not disrupt public train services or passenger travel schedules. The SRT has emphasized that safety remains a priority and has instructed all units to strictly adhere to established safety protocols. While the immediate site has been managed, the final findings of the investigation regarding the specific cause of the collision remain to be confirmed by the authorities.
