Thailand Train Crane Collapse 2026: 30 Dead in $5.4bn Project Disaster
At least 30 people died after a construction crane collapsed on a train in Thailand on January 14, 2026. The incident occurred on a $5.4bn China-backed high-speed rail site.
A routine morning commute turned into a nightmare in less than sixty seconds. On January 14, 2026, a massive construction crane collapsed onto a moving train in northeastern Thailand, leaving a trail of destruction and a mounting death toll.
Death Toll Rises in Thailand Train Crane Collapse 2026
Authorities report that at least 30 people have been killed and 64 others injured. According to Reuters, the train was traveling from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani with 195 passengers onboard when the incident occurred at 09:00 local time. The impact derailed four coaches, one of which caught fire, trapping passengers inside.
- Total Passengers: Around 195
- Casualties: 30 confirmed dead, 7 in critical condition
- Financial Damage: Estimated over 100 million baht for carriages alone.
China-Backed HSR Project Under Scrutiny
The crane was part of the $5.4 billion China-backed high-speed rail project linking Bangkok with Laos. The contractor, Italian-Thai Development (ITD), is now facing legal action from the State Railway of Thailand. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul emphasized that the tragedy resulted from negligence, stating that "someone must be punished."
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