ROH-GROREIT dispute exposes liquidity strain in Thai property sector
SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2026
The failed 4.87-billion-baht Royal Orchid Sheraton buy-back is being viewed as a warning sign for Thailand’s property sector, where improving figures may mask deeper liquidity pressure.
GROREIT moves to reclaim Royal Orchid asset after ROH misses buy-back deadline
FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2026
ONE Asset Management says ROH has defaulted on its 4.873-billion-baht buy-back of the Royal Orchid Sheraton asset, ending its repurchase right and paving the way for valuation and a new auction.
Phiphat turns to phased rail fare plan as debt limits delay common-ticket buyback
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn says Thailand’s common-ticket policy will move forward in phases, with a 200-billion-baht funding model under study and a 17-45 baht fare cap planned as short-term relief for commuters.
Transport maps out 160-billion-baht buyback of four rail lines under 30-year O&M model
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2025
Transport Ministry plans a 160-billion-baht buyback of four PPP rail lines to create single ownership under MRTA, cap fares and enable a seamless common ticket