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Ayutthaya Ferries Hit by High Diesel Costs, Shortages, and Buying Limits

Ayutthaya Ferries Hit by High Diesel Costs, Shortages, and Buying Limits

Thairath•Society•3h ago

Reader Briefing

Ayutthaya ferry services are facing significant financial strain due to escalating diesel prices, supply shortages, and restricted purchasing, forcing operators to absorb higher costs while maintaining historical fares.

  • •Ayutthaya ferry operators are struggling with increased operational costs due to soaring diesel prices.
  • •The region is experiencing diesel shortages and limitations on fuel purchases, further exacerbating the problem.
  • •Despite the rising expenses, ferry operators are committed to maintaining current fare prices to support the public.
  • •The long-term viability of ferry services is at risk if the current high fuel costs and shortages persist.

Overview

  • •On March 25, 2026, news reported on the plight of Ayutthaya ferry operators.
  • •Rising diesel prices and increased demand for fuel are leading to shortages at many service stations.
  • •Ayutthaya ferry operators are bearing significantly higher operational costs due to increased diesel prices.
  • •Ferry operators face difficulties obtaining sufficient diesel due to purchase limits and rapid stock depletion.
  • •Ayutthaya ferry operators are maintaining current service rates, charging 5 Baht per passenger and 10 Baht for motorcycles.
  • •Busarin Khanachit stated that ferry operators are maintaining fares to help alleviate public expenses.
  • •Ferry services are crucial for bypassing long detours and are patronized by motorcycles, bicycles, students, tourists, and the general public.
  • •Busarin Khanachit warned that continued high fuel prices and shortages could impact the long-term continuity of ferry services.

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Key Quotes

Busarin Khanachit
"Despite rising costs, we are still maintaining the original service rates to help alleviate the public's expenses."
แม้ต้นทุนที่เพิ่มสูงขึ้น แต่เรายังคงตรึงอัตราค่าบริการในราคาเดิม เพื่อช่วยบรรเทาภาระค่าใช้จ่ายของประชาชน
Busarin Khanachit
"If the oil price situation continues to rise and the shortage issue is not resolved, it may affect the continuity of service in the long term."
หากสถานการณ์ราคาน้ำมันยังคงปรับตัวสูงขึ้นต่อเนื่อง และปัญหาการขาดแคลนน้ำมันยังไม่คลี่คลาย อาจส่งผลกระทบต่อความต่อเนื่องของการให้บริการในระยะยาว

Key Entities

Organization

Ayutthaya Ferry(เรือข้ามฟากอยุธยา)
Ferry service operators in Ayutthaya facing increased operational costs.

Law

Diesel Fuel(น้ำมันดีเซล)ℹ️
Fuel experiencing price surges and supply shortages impacting local businesses.

Person

Busarin Khanachit(นางบุศรินทร์ ขันธจิต)
A 60-year-old ferry operator in Ayutthaya who spoke about the financial burden of rising diesel costs.

Place

Wat Khun Phrom(วัดขุนพรหม)
A pier in Tambon Sam Phao Lom, Ayutthaya, serving as a ferry crossing point.
Tambon Sam Phao Lom(ตำบลสำเภาล่ม)
A sub-district in Ayutthaya where ferry services operate from.
Ko Mueang Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya(เกาะเมืองพระนครศรีอยุธยา)
The island city of Ayutthaya, a key destination served by ferry crossings.
Chao Phraya River(แม่น้ำเจ้าพระยา)ℹ️
The river in Ayutthaya crossed by ferry services connecting two banks.