MRTA Advances Hat Yai Monorail Project with 16 Billion Baht Budget
The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand has unveiled plans for a 12.54-kilometer monorail system in Hat Yai, with construction targeted for 2031.
According to a report by Thai Post, the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) is moving forward with plans to develop a monorail system in Hat Yai. The proposed project covers a distance of 12.54 kilometers and carries an estimated budget of 16 billion baht.
The MRTA has established a preliminary timeline for the initiative, setting the target year for the commencement of construction in 2031. This infrastructure development is intended to modernize public transit options in the southern hub, potentially easing traffic congestion and improving connectivity for both local residents and visitors traveling through the region.
For those living in or visiting Hat Yai, this project represents a significant long-term shift in urban mobility. However, as the project is currently in the planning and timeline-setting phase, several details remain to be confirmed. Specifically, the exact route alignment, the procurement process for contractors, and the final approval of the budget are still pending. Stakeholders and the public are awaiting further updates regarding the environmental impact assessments and the specific operational phases of the monorail. As of now, the 2031 construction start date serves as the current target set by the authority.
