Engine troubles bring sink-or-swim moment for Thailand’s sub deal with China

This month brings a make-or-break meeting for the Thai Navy’s deal to buy a Chinese-made submarine, with delivery threatened by the fading chance of China getting German top-end engines as stipulated in the contract. Next year’s delivery deadline for Thailand’s first submarine since World War II is now out of the question. The German government […]

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Curbs for canal boat operator, public vessels told to stop using LNG

Public transport authorities will meet Monday to discuss safety measures for commuters following the explosion on a Khlong Saen Saep boat on Saturday. Deputy Transport Minister Ormsin Chivapruck, who called for the meeting, said it would sound out measures to ensure safety for passengers on public transport, particularly commuter vehicles or boats fitted with dual-fuel […]

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Free car engine modification service after halt of Benzene 91 sales

BANGKOK, 15 January 2013 (NNT) – The Department of Energy Business of Thailand is providing car engine modification services for free in a bid to help drivers who have been affected by the discontinuation of Benzene 91 sales since 1 January 2013. Director-General of the Department of Energy Business Weeraphon Chirapraditkul confirmed on Tuesday that, […]

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