New marina plan eyes big spenders
Chon Buri to host harbour for luxury vessels
The Transport Ministry will conduct a feasibility study into a marine development project in Chon Buri as part of the country’s efforts to boost revenues through tourism.
Chayathan Promsorn, permanent secretary for transport, said tambon Bang Sare of Sattahip district has been chosen by the Marine Department to become a new harbour for luxury vessels.
Mr Chayathan said the study, which is divided into three phases, will look into possible locations to house the marina, economic benefits and environmental issues including coastal erosion and beach restoration.
The first phase, expected to take 120 days and finish in July, will gather information necessary for selection of the project location, project design and beach replenishment, he…
