(Photo by Jakkraphan Nathanri)Six major airports have been selected for a project to develop so-called "smart airports" in the next five years starting next year, the Department of Airports has revealed. Under this master plan, new technology will be deployed to resolve major issues plaguing airports like overcrowding. The plan also aims to improve airport security and promote the use of airports for purposes beyond air travel to generate more income, said Mr Darun. The six airports chosen for the development plan are Krabi, Udon Thani, Khon Kaen, Surat Thani, Ubon Ratchathani and Nakhon Si Thammarat. Regarding security, Mr Darun said that improved luggage checks and identity checks will be adopted -- the latter will entail finger and retinal scanning technologies.

Source: Bangkok Post December 02, 2017 23:26 UTC