Over 1,000 Tons of Industrial Waste Discovered at Rayong Factory
Thai authorities have raided a factory in Rayong province, uncovering over 1,000 tons of hazardous industrial waste, including circuit boards and wire scraps.
On October 29, 2026, a specialized task force led by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment conducted an inspection of a factory located in the Nikhom Phatthana district of Rayong province. The operation followed public outcry and viral social media footage depicting confrontations between factory representatives and environmental volunteers. During the raid, officials discovered more than 1,000 tons of industrial waste, specifically circuit boards and wire insulation scraps, stored on the premises. Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, Suchart Chomklin, has ordered a strict investigation, vowing to prosecute any violations to the fullest extent of the law to protect public health and the environment. The Pollution Control Department has already initiated legal proceedings against the facility. For residents and visitors in the area, this discovery highlights potential environmental hazards related to improper waste management. While the immediate site is under investigation, the extent of soil or water contamination in the surrounding vicinity remains to be confirmed by ongoing environmental testing. Authorities are currently reviewing the company's operational permits to determine the full scope of the regulatory breaches.
