BANGKOK: Anan Phonimdaeng, Deputy Governor of the State Railway of Thailand (SRT), acting Governor, said the agency had reopened the southern route once repairs to the line and signalling were safely completed and floodwaters in the South had receded to normal levels.
From 3pm on Dec 12, 2025, long-distance services from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Sungai Kolok and Yala have been operating as normal.
Following the floods between Hat Yai and Sungai Kolok/Yala, SRT dispatched teams from the civil engineering and signalling & telecommunications departments to inspect damage along the route as soon as conditions allowed.
The teams focused on checking the stability of embankments at risk points, as well as inspecting electrical signalling and communications systems affected by floodwaters in several sections.
“Passengers can be confident that the route is fully safe for train operations,” he said.
“We are now able to provide a full service again for people in the South — both passenger trains and freight trains — on what is a vital economic lifeline for the region. We expect this will help ease the impact from the temporary suspension caused by the recent floods.”
He added that SRT will continue strict monitoring, inspection and maintenance of the southern line to ensure every train runs safely and in line with international standards, and to maintain public confidence in the rail service. - The Nation/ANN
