The Land Bridge will adopt a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Net Cost model, with a 50-year concession. A single private partner will be awarded the contract to construct and manage the entire project under one concession agreement.

The goal of the Land Bridge is to position Thailand as a regional and global transport and trade hub, linking the Gulf of Thailand with the Andaman Sea through two deep-sea ports connected by supporting infrastructure, including double-track rail, intercity motorways, and pipelines, offering an alternative route to the Strait of Malacca.


High-speed and double-track rail projects in phase 2

Several key projects under the Ministry of Transport are expected to continue under Prime Minister Anutin, as they are considered strategically important. These include the 3-Airport High-Speed Rail project (Don Mueang-Suvarnabhumi-U-Tapao), valued at 224.544 billion baht, as of August 15. The Office of the Attorney General has already reviewed and responded to the draft contract amendments submitted by the State Railway of Thailand (SRT).

Upon review, the Attorney General agreed with more than 95% of the contract draft without amendments. For the remaining 5%, the Attorney General suggested adjustments that would provide greater benefits to the state. These points are currently under discussion with the private sector before proceeding to the next steps.

Meanwhile, the second phase of the Thai-Chinese high-speed rail project, covering Nakhon Ratchasima to Nong Khai over 357.12 kilometres and with a budget of 341.351 billion baht, has already been approved by the Cabinet. SRT is now preparing the draft tender documents (TOR). Phase 2 includes civil construction works valued at 237.455 billion baht, which Thailand will manage independently, covering design, construction, and project supervision.

For the double-track railway project, six remaining routes in phase 2, with a combined budget of 297 billion baht, will continue to be implemented to enhance connectivity and strengthen the country’s competitiveness. These routes are:


Pak Nam Pho-Den Chai: 81.143 billion baht



Chumphon-Surat Thani: 30.422 billion baht



Surat Thani-Hat Yai-Songkhla: 66.270 billion baht



Chira Road-Ubon Ratchathani: 44.095 billion baht



Den Chai-Chiang Mai: 68.222 billion baht



Hat Yai-Padang Besar: 7.772 billion baht


These projects are currently awaiting Cabinet approval.