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Southern Thailand to acquire new Andaman Airport

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Envisioned as a direct long-haul flight hub, Airports of Thailand (AOT) is fast-tracking the construction of the much-anticipated Andaman International Airport.

In a recent visit, Transport Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit inspected the airport’s progress in Phang Nga province, initiating transformative steps to bolster local transport infrastructure. The Andaman International Airport, currently in its second stage of development, is strategically crafted to complement Phuket Airport.

Both airports are set to handle a whopping 18 million passengers annually, a staggering surge from the 12.5 million currently managed by Phuket Airport alone.

Andaman International Airport will cater to direct long-distance international flights. Meanwhile, Phuket Airport will continue to serve as the domestic and short-haul international flight hub, ensuring…

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