Thai Airways Signs 50-Year U-Tapao MRO Lease for 10 Billion Baht Project
Thai Airways International has signed a 50-year lease for 210 rai at U-Tapao Airport to develop a major aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) center, with an estimated investment of 10 billion baht. The project, slated to begin operations in 2030, is a key component of the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) development and aims to boost Thailand's aviation industry competitiveness.
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