Gulf of Thailand

Thailand’s ‘Landbridge’ project: Balancing economic ambition with social impacts

Thailand’s ambitious Southern Landbridge project—a strategic link between the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea—is moving forward. The Office of Transport and Traffic Policy and Planning (OTP) is now in the process of finalizing feasibility studies and initial designs. This phase also involves rigorous environmental impact evaluations and the crafting of an all-encompassing investment model to ensure the project's long-term viability.

May 6, 2026