Economy
Rayong Residents Report Disruptions from Large-Scale Chinese IT Factory Construction
Locals in Ban Chang, Rayong, are reporting severe environmental and noise disturbances caused by the 24-hour construction of a massive Chinese-invested IT data center.
According to a report by Khaosod Online on July 29, 2026, residents of the Huai Mahad community in Ban Chang, Rayong, are facing significant hardships due to the construction of a large-scale IT facility backed by Chinese investment. The project, situated on over 100 rai of land formerly used as a golf course, involves continuous 24-hour operations, including heavy machinery use and constant truck traffic.
Local resident 'Noi' (60) stated that the relentless noise from pile driving and pervasive dust pollution have rendered the area uninhabitable, forcing his family to relocate to a rented home elsewhere. Residents have expressed frustration over the lack of progress from government agencies regarding their formal complaints. The site is located near the Huai Mahad-Khao Phudon mountain range, an area noted for its relatively intact forest and wildlife habitat.
For residents and visitors, this situation highlights potential concerns regarding industrial expansion in residential zones and the environmental impact on local ecosystems. While the project is identified as an IT data center, the full scope of the facility's operations and its long-term environmental compliance remain to be confirmed. Authorities have yet to provide a formal response or update on the investigation into the residents' grievances.
Translated from Thai.
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