However, it is expected to go into operation by October.

Chaiwat Thongkamkoon, the ministry's permanent secretary, said the joint ticketing system will be developed in two phases. The first phase will link the BTS Skytrain and MRT and cut down on the 1 million BTS tickets and over 200,000 MRT tickets that are in circulation.

The second phase will allow the use of credit and debit cards so tourists travelling in Thailand can tap their cards when using the BTS, MRT, taxis or boats. However, he said, this phase needs to be discussed and a framework set up, which can only be done after the first phase is completed.

Joint ticketing system for public transport expected in October

The development of a joint ticketing system for public transport planned by the Transport Ministry has been delayed because the Singapore company working on it is unable to test the system due to the Covid-19 outbreak.