From Blueprint to Reality: Project Tour of the MRT Purple Line – Tao Pun to Rat Burana Section – Project Management Institute Thailand Chapter

May 22, 2026 - 7:30am
Meeting point (see map) - right next to BRT Station Nararam 3

Field Trip Details

This trip is limited to a maximum of 35 participants.

Project Tour of the MRT Purple Line – Tao Pun to Rat Burana (Kanchanapisek Road) Section

📅 Date: Friday, May 22, 2026
🕢 Time: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: MRT Purple Line Project Site, Bangkok
🎓 PDUs: 2 (1 Ways of Working, 1 Business Acumen)

🏗 Discover Bangkok’s Expanding Rail Future

PMI Thailand Chapter invites you to a special half-day technical field trip to explore the MRT Purple Line Project: Tao Pun – Rat Burana (Kanchanapisek Road) Section, a flagship public infrastructure initiative set to transform urban mobility in Bangkok.

This visit offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience, combining a technical briefing from one of the project’s leading contractors with a guided tour of a station currently under construction.

📝 What to Expect:

Technical presentation on the scope, design, and challenges of the Purple Line project
Guided tour of one of the active construction sites along the route
Discussions on risk management, engineering solutions, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability
Networking with fellow PMI members and infrastructure professionals

🔍 About the Project:

The MRT Purple Line Project: Tao Pun – Rat Burana (Kanchanapisek Road) Section spans 23.6 kilometers and is designed to enhance north-south connectivity across Bangkok. It features:

17 stations (10 underground and 7 elevated)
Park and Ride facilities to support commuter access
Advanced rail and signaling systems
Environmental impact mitigation and community-centered design
A construction cost exceeding 82 billion THB

With a targeted completion by 2030, this project plays a crucial role in easing traffic congestion and integrating with Bangkok’s broader mass rapid transit system.

🔗 Learn more about the project on the official website

🚍 Logistics & Safety:

Meeting Point and Transportation: Details will be shared with confirmed participants.
Arrival Time: Please arrive no later than 7:15 AM.
Safety Requirements: Closed-toe shoes are mandatory. Safety gear (helmet, vest) will be provided on-site.

🎓 Earn PDUs:

This activity qualifies for 2 PDUs toward your PMI certification:

✅ 1 PDU – Ways of Working
✅ 1 PDU – Business Acumen

📌 Limited Capacity – Register Now!

Due to site safety protocols, seats are limited and pre-registration is required.

👉 [Click here to register]

For inquiries, contact us at:
📧 info@pmithai.org | 📞 +66.2.294 3354

Field Trip Agenda

Time	Activity	Details
7:30 AM	Meeting Point	Gather next to PMI Thailand Office for departure.
9:00 AM	Arrival at MRTA	Participants arrive at the MRTA Construction Site.
9:05 AM	Registration & Refreshments	Light refreshments served while participants register.
9:30 AM	Welcome & Introductions	Opening remarks and introduction to the site.
9:45 AM	Briefing Session	Overview of the project and construction progress
10:45 AM	Coffee Break	Light refreshments and networking
11:00 AM	Tour of the Site	Guided Tour of the MRT Purple Line Construction Site
11:45 AM	Q&A Session	Engage with MRTA representatives for insights and discussions.
12:00 PM	Appreciation & Adjourn	Closing remarks and acknowledgment of MRTA hospitality.
12:15 PM	Transportation Back	Return trip to PMI Thailand Office.

Important Registration Information

This field trip will not be streamed live and is available only for those who participate in person. Priority booking and preferential treatment will be given to PMI Thailand Chapter members.

Please note that registration is only confirmed upon receipt of payment. Any pre-registration without payment will not be considered final, and the reserved seat may be allocated to another registrant who completes payment immediately upon registration. To secure your spot, we encourage prompt payment upon signing up.

We look forward to seeing you on this exciting and insightful trip!

Registration will close as soon as the maximum 35 participant cap has been reached.

Looking forward to meeting you on May 22, 2026.

More About MRTA Purple Line Project

MRT Purple Line Project: Tao Pun – Rat Burana (Kanchanapisek Road) Section

This page provides additional context and resources about the project featured in our upcoming PMI Thailand Technical Field Trip. Participants and interested professionals can explore the design, scope, and public value of this major infrastructure project.

🛤 Project Overview

The MRT Purple Line Project: Tao Pun – Rat Burana (Kanchanapisek Road) Section is a 23.6-kilometer extension of Bangkok’s mass rapid transit system. Designed to improve north-south connectivity, the line will stretch from Tao Pun Station in the north to Rat Burana Station in the south, serving major business, residential, and cultural zones across Bangkok.

Key features include:

17 stations: 10 underground and 7 elevated
Park & Ride buildings at key locations
Advanced trackwork and rail systems
Sustainable design and environmental impact mitigation
Integrated connections with other MRT and BTS lines

🌍 Social & Environmental Impact

The project includes a comprehensive Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), outlining steps to:

Minimize noise and dust during construction
Relocate utilities responsibly
Provide public updates and stakeholder consultations
Compensate affected communities as needed

Learn more:
🔗 Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures

📈 Construction and Investment

Total budget: 82.5 billion THB
Funded through a mix of government investment and public-private partnerships
Major contractors and consultants have been selected via international bidding

Explore details:
🔗 Construction Cost

🧭 Project Route and Station Locations

The route travels through the districts of Bang Sue, Dusit, Phra Nakhon, Pom Prap Sattru Phai, Samphanthawong, Bang Rak, Sathon, Yan Nawa, and Rat Burana.

Route Map:
🔗 Project Alignment
Station Details:
🔗 Station Locations

🚧 Trackwork and Engineering

The Purple Line South includes complex underground tunneling, elevated viaducts, and high-tech track systems. Safety, efficiency, and future scalability are key design considerations.

Track system overview:
🔗 Trackwork System

🗺 Current Progress

As of 2025, significant pre-construction works have been completed, and major station excavation and tunneling is ongoing.

Visual update of pre-construction sites:
🔗 Current Conditions

🔗 Official Project Website

For full technical reports, visual plans, and latest updates:
🌐 www.mrta-purplelinesouth.com

PDUs

This event may qualify for PDUs (1 Ways of Working, 1 Business Acumen). If you are a PMI Thailand Chapter member, these PDUs will be registered for you by the Chapter. If you are not a member, you will have to submit these PDUs yourself. For more information on how to submit PDUs, follow this guideline.