Thailand Advances Koh Chang Bridge Project: 5.9km Span, Construction Targeted for 2031
Thailand's Expressway Authority (Exat) has released the findings of a feasibility study for a 5.9km bridge connecting Koh Chang island to the mainland in Trat province. Construction is tentatively slated to begin in 2031, with private sector investment being explored. The project is anticipated to boost tourism and regional economic growth.
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