Bangkok Airways introduces new weigh-in rule
Passengers travelling on Bangkok Airways flights are now required to step on the scales along with their baggage before boarding the aircraft.
Transportation
Indonesia hands early years of high-speed rail operation to China Railway
The government previously announced plans to open the railway to the public on Oct. 1, but the project has yet to acquire the operating permits required for commercial use.
Japan reluctant to join Indonesian high-speed rail project, citing need to protect its ‘brand’
The main phase of the US$7.3 billion project to connect Jakarta with the West Java capital of Bandung, which began construction in January 2016, is nearing completion.
Jakarta’s car culture is choking us to death and we’re all fine about it
The writer says that the problem is that the government today treats the car manufacturing industry as the country's saving grace.
Korea to add more flights to prepare for China’s travel rush
Following the recent lifting of a travel ban, Korea Airports Corp said demand for travel to Korea is expected to soar later this year, especially around China’s National Day on…
Hyundai takes over General Motors plant in India
Hyundai said it expects to begin production at the newly-acquired factory in 2025.
Chinese airlines’ passenger transports hit monthly record high in July
In terms of demand, the passenger turnover of Air China, China Eastern Airlines and Juneyao Air more than doubled in July from the same period last year.
A Filipino jeepney might soon roll around New York City
Dubbed “The JeepNY,” the vehicle is an initiative by a community-led organisation. They took a used model and replaced broken parts and even had some parts made custom, to…
Indonesia says it must prioritise safety of delayed China-funded bullet train
A flagship project of President Joko Widodo and part of China's Belt and Road Initiative, the 142-kilometre railway connecting Jakarta to the city of Bandung was originally set to…
Cruise control: Thailand plans to build 3 terminals for cruise ships
Feasibility studies for three terminals for cruise ships to dock in Thailand are 60% complete and will be finished next year, an official said.