Asia Era One Company Limited (Thai: บริษัท เอเชีย เอรา วัน จำกัด; AERA1) is a Thai consortium and train operator, led by the Charoen Pokphand Group.[1] AERA1 won the bid to construct the high speed rail linking three airports, and has operated the of the Airport Rail Link line in Bangkok since 2021.[2][3] In 2019, AERA signed an agreement with the State Railway of Thailand to operate the Airport Rail Link as a concession.[4][5]
Native name | บริษัท เอเชีย เอรา วัน จำกัด |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Bangkok, Thailand |
Area served | Bangkok Metropolitan Area, Thailand |
| Owner | Charoen Pokphand |
In 2024, AERA1 announced a major overhaul for the Airport Rail Link, including major maintenance to improve the rail system, increase passenger seats, and hiring outside consultants from overseas.[6]
References
edit- ^ "Asia Era One does not benefit from new airport link contract: Suriya". nationthailand. 2024-10-22. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "CP-led group to take over airport link". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "Cabinet set to approve new contract for rail project linking 3 airports". nationthailand. 2024-10-23. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "Revised contract now ready". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "Suriya justifies revisions to high-speed rail project contract". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "Airport Rail Link due for big overhaul to ensure passenger safety". nationthailand. 2024-03-22. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
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