SRT Electrified Train Co., Ltd. Launches CSR Project: "Pee Noo Daeng Takes Kids on a Train to Broaden Their World, Year 2" Promoting Learning Through Travel on the Red Line
February 13, 2025 Siam Rath Online (Technology & IT)
SRT Electrified Train Co., Ltd. (SRTET) is organizing the CSR project "Pee Noo Daeng Takes Kids on a Train to Broaden Their World, Year 2" to open up a world of learning through travel on the Red Line suburban train. The initiative aims to provide children from communities along the railway route with valuable learning experiences.
Mr. Suthep Phanpheng, Chief Executive Officer of SRT Electrified Train Co., Ltd. (SRTET), the operator of the Red Line suburban train, stated that the project was well received by students and communities in 2023. Due to its success, the company is delighted to continue this meaningful initiative in 2025. This year, 100 students from Chumtang Taling Chan School, which is located near the Red Line, will participate in an educational field trip via the train service. The journey will start from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Station and continue to Lak Hok Station (Rangsit University), before proceeding to the National Science Museum in Khlong Ha, Pathum Thani Province.
During this trip, children will gain new experiences beyond the classroom by using a modern mass transit system like the Red Line suburban train. They will also engage in hands-on learning activities at the National Science Museum, where they will explore diverse scientific and technological exhibits, including basic science, physics, chemistry, mathematics, scientific experiments, and human anatomy. Additionally, they will learn about Thai wisdom and technological advancements related to daily life. All of these activities are designed to provide meaningful learning experiences and inspire young minds. The event is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.
The "Pee Noo Daeng Takes Kids on a Train to Broaden Their World, Year 2" initiative reflects SRTETs commitment to corporate social responsibility. The company not only strives to be a high-quality rail transport provider but also focuses on improving the quality of life and educational opportunities for young people. This aligns with its long-term mission to equip children with essential skills for the future.
SRT Electrified Train Co., Ltd. remains dedicated to serving the public and aims to become a leader in rail transport services that meet international standards. The company is committed to ensuring maximum customer satisfaction, maintaining high operational and maintenance standards, and upholding its responsibility toward society and the environment. Through these efforts, it seeks to enhance the quality of suburban life sustainably.
Free Shuttle Service to Connect Red Line Commuter Train with Government Complex and Future Park Rangsit
Source: Daily News
Tuesday, February 18, 2025, 04:56
The Red Line commuter train service, operated by the SRT Electric Train Co., Ltd. (SRTET), has seen a continuous increase in ridership. On weekdays (Monday-Friday), there are approximately 43,000-44,000 passengers per day, while on weekends (Saturday-Sunday), there are 25,000-30,000 passengers per day. Following the implementation of the 20-baht flat fare for the entire line in the first year, ridership increased by about 20%. In 2025, the SRTET aims to achieve a 23% ridership growth compared to 2024, which translates to an increase of 9,890 passengers, bringing the total to 52,890 passengers per day. Under normal circumstances, general electric train ridership grows by 7-10% annually. According to a study, the target ridership for the Red Line is 86,000 passengers per day.
Mr. Suthep Punpeng, Managing Director of SRTET, stated that the company is focused on providing additional services to enhance passenger convenience and satisfaction, particularly in terms of seamless and safe connections with other public transportation systems. Recently, the SRTET has been in discussions with the Crown Property Bureau's Asset Development Co., Ltd. (CPB-AD) to launch a free shuttle service trial route between Soi Chaeng Watthana 5 (Lak Si Station) and the Government Complex Commemorating His Majesty the King's 80th Birthday Anniversary, Chaeng Watthana (Building B). This project is currently under review by the CPB-AD's consultant, who will propose the route and finalize the details to prepare for the service launch and determine the schedule. Once the trial service begins, passenger data will be collected, and passenger satisfaction will be surveyed. The service is expected to start in March 2025. Initially, the pick-up and drop-off point will be located at the entrance of Soi Chaeng Watthana 5, about 400 meters from Lak Si Station Exit 1, which is about a 6-minute walk to the shuttle service for the Government Complex (Building B).
Mr. Suthep also mentioned ongoing discussions with Future Park Rangsit shopping mall regarding the provision of a feeder service connecting from Rangsit Station (Red Line) to Future Park Rangsit. A site survey within Rangsit Station will be conducted soon, followed by a meeting to discuss and analyze the data to assess the feasibility of the project. Currently, Rangsit Station has seen an increase in daily ridership to 7,000 passengers, compared to 2,000-3,000 passengers per day previously.
"Daily News Innovation Transport Team" reported that the Pathum Thani Provincial Land Transport Control Committee has approved four bus routes to connect with Rangsit Station (Red Line):
1. **Route 1008:** Rangsit - Nong Suea, operating between Rangsit Station and Thammasat University (Rangsit Center), with a minimum of 20 trips per day.
2. **Route 1138:** Pathum Thani - Rangsit Market, operating between Rangsit Station and Krungsiam Saint Carlos Hospital, with a minimum of 20 trips per day.
3. **Route 1156:** Rangsit - Khlong Sib Et (Green Garden Home Village), operating in a loop from Rangsit Station to Future Park Rangsit.
4. **Route Rangsit - Khlong Chet:** with a minimum of 40 trips per day. Each route will have clear signage indicating the route number and destinations on the front and sides of the buses.
The committee has mandated the use of electric minibusses for these routes. Operators are currently in the process of procuring the vehicles. All four routes are expected to begin service around June 2025. Currently, there are four bus routes connecting to Rangsit Station:
SRT website announces bidding for Red Line Rangsit-Thammasat section
TOR to be announced next month, construction to start this year, service to open in 2071
"Dailynews Transport Innovation Team" reported that the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) website has announced the procurement plan (bidding) for the construction of the Red Line suburban railway system project (Red Line extension), the Rangsit-Thammasat University (TU) Rangsit Center section, with a budget of 6,064,970,000 baht, including hiring consultants to supervise the construction project with a budget of 166,790,000 baht and hiring independent engineer consultants for the project with a budget of 20,040,000 baht, after the Cabinet approved the review of the Cabinet resolution and adjusted the project budget for the 8.84 kilometer (km) route on January 7, 2025.
From inquiries to the SRT, information was received that they are in the process of preparing the draft terms of reference (TOR) and median price, which is expected to take no more than 2 months. Then, around March-April 2025, the bidding will be opened, starting the process of receiving the draft TOR and median price, taking a total of 6-7 months to find the winning bidder. The goal is to start construction within the first quarter of 2026 (October-December 2025), take about 36 months or 3 years for construction, and open the service in October 2071. The current Red Line electric train service provider, SRT Electric Train Co., Ltd. (SRTET), will be the operator continuing from the main line section, Bang Sue-Rangsit.
Meanwhile, the SRT has coordinated with the Office of the Council of State to expedite the issuance of a Royal Decree on land expropriation for the project construction, which is expected to begin expropriation at the end of 2025. The expropriation area is not large, mostly for the construction of 4 stations, entrances-exits around the stations, and parking lots of over 14 rai, divided into Khlong Nueng Station (2 rai, 1 ngan, 33.51 sq.wa), Bangkok University Station (5 rai, 3 ngan, 63.11 sq.wa), Chiang Rak Station (1 ngan, 79.25 sq.wa), and Thammasat University, Rangsit Center Station (5 rai, 2 ngan, 60.02 sq.wa). The land expropriation cost is 209.79 million baht.
The project investment budget of 6,473.98 million baht includes consultant fees for bidding (7.39 million baht), consultant fees for construction supervision (CSC) (166.79 million baht), consultant fees for independent engineers (ICE) (20.04 million baht), civil and track works (4,060.80 million baht), electrical and mechanical system works (2,004.17 million baht), land expropriation costs (209.79 million baht), and consultant fees for land expropriation assistance (5 million baht). It is estimated that in the first year of service, there will be 22,300 passengers per day, and in the 20th year, there will be 45,000 passengers per day.
The project has a route connecting the main line section, Bang Sue-Rangsit, at km 32+350-41+192, which is a new 2-track ground-level railway with a track gauge of 1 meter, located on the right side of the current railway. The 4 stations, namely Khlong Nueng Station, Bangkok University Station, Chiang Rak Station, and Thammasat University, Rangsit Center Station, are located at ground level, with 1 platform in the middle, accessed by a pedestrian bridge with elevators and escalators. Long-distance trains will pass through without stopping at these 4 stations.
Source: Dailynews Newspaper, February 20, 2025 (Afternoon Edition)
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