{"id":35512,"date":"2025-10-11T10:02:57","date_gmt":"2025-10-11T03:02:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/phuket-times.com\/?p=35512"},"modified":"2025-10-11T10:02:57","modified_gmt":"2025-10-11T03:02:57","slug":"phuket-expressway-moves-ahead-with-2030-completion-target","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.phuket-times.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/11\/phuket-expressway-moves-ahead-with-2030-completion-target\/","title":{"rendered":"Phuket Pushes Forward with Expressway Phase 2 to Ease Traffic and Boost Connectivity"},"content":{"rendered":"

High-Level Meeting Advances Phuket Expressway Development<\/strong>
Phuket officials are accelerating plans for the second phase of the island\u2019s expressway project<\/strong>, designed to connect key areas and resolve long-standing traffic congestion. The latest discussions took place at the Phuket Highways Office<\/strong>, chaired by Governor Saransak Srikruanetra<\/strong>, bringing together representatives from the Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT)<\/strong>, provincial departments, and local municipalities.<\/p>\n

Collaboration Among Key Stakeholders<\/strong>
During the meeting, Phase 2 Project Manager Therdsak Puangjinda<\/strong> and other senior officials, including Phuket Provincial Chief Administrative Officer Thiraphong Chuaychu<\/strong>, Phuket Highways Director Somkit Kittisopit<\/strong>, Phuket Land Transport Chief Adcha Buachan<\/strong>, and Patong Deputy Mayor Sanakorn Kisin<\/strong>, discussed the expressway\u2019s design, timeline, and implementation. The group refined the proposal before it proceeds to the Cabinet for approval<\/strong>, marking a major step toward transforming Phuket\u2019s transportation network.<\/p>\n

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Expressway Project to Improve Mobility and Safety by 2030<\/strong>
Governor Saransak Srikruanetra<\/strong> emphasized that the expressway aligns with Thailand\u2019s national transport goals and supports Phuket\u2019s long-term development vision.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe expressway is crucial for improving convenience, speed, and safety, while also boosting the province\u2019s economic potential,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

The project is divided into two major phases<\/strong> aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving access across the island.<\/p>\n

Phase 1 \u2013 The Kathu-Patong Route<\/strong>
The first phase<\/strong> spans 3.98 kilometres<\/strong> and features a four-lane road<\/strong> with a tunnel designed to include a motorcycle lane<\/strong> and a central control centre<\/strong>. Approved by the Cabinet in August<\/strong>, more than 75% of land acquisition<\/strong> is already complete, and contractors are being selected. Construction is expected to finish by April 2030<\/strong>, coinciding with the opening of Phase 2.<\/p>\n

Phase 2 \u2013 Connecting Muang Mai, Koh Kaew, and Kathu<\/strong>
The second phase<\/strong> will cover 30.62 kilometres<\/strong>, linking Muang Mai, Koh Kaew, and Kathu<\/strong>. The environmental impact assessment (EIA)<\/strong> has been completed, and the final proposal is being prepared for Cabinet consideration. Public hearings will soon be held in affected areas, including Kathu and Patong<\/strong>, to gather feedback from local communities and stakeholders.<\/p>\n

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Enhancing Phuket\u2019s Infrastructure and Tourism Growth<\/strong>
Deputy Mayor Sanakorn Kisin<\/strong> announced that Patong Municipality<\/strong> plans to develop the spaces beneath and around the expressway for public parking and transportation hubs<\/strong>, reducing congestion and accommodating future increases in tourism.<\/p>\n

Unlocking Economic Potential Through Better Connectivity<\/strong>
Officials believe that once completed, the expressway will modernize Phuket\u2019s infrastructure<\/strong>, improve logistics, and enhance travel between key tourist destinations. This improved accessibility is expected to boost tourism<\/strong>, stimulate local business<\/strong>, and support economic recovery<\/strong> in southern Thailand.<\/p>\n

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The expressway project is not just about reducing travel times \u2014 it\u2019s about laying the foundation for a more connected, sustainable, and economically vibrant Phuket.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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