Operations Under the Official Information Act B.E. 2540
The Transport Company Limited (BorKorSor) complies with the Official Information Act B.E. 2540 and related announcements by the Official Information Board. Key initiatives include:
1. Establishment of the BorKorSor Information Center
- In accordance with the Act, BorKorSor has established the “Transport Company Information Center” to provide public access to official information.
- Since 2000, sub-centers have been set up for direct access to information at respective departments.
- Requests can be made through the Information Services and Dissemination Unit under the Public Relations Division.
2. Online Information Access
- Official information under Sections 7 and 9 of the Act is published on the BorKorSor website: www.transport.co.th.
- In 2008, the website recorded 417,232 searches for official information.
3. Transparency in Procurement
- Information on tenders, bid results, and procurement activities is published on the website to ensure transparency and accountability.
- No complaints or disputes have been raised regarding BorKorSor’s procurement processes.
4. Publication of Information
- Public information is disseminated through brochures, flyers, annual reports, and other documents.
- Relevant service details and public-impact information are also available on the BorKorSor website.
- There have been no complaints regarding failure to disclose information.
5. Learning from Best Practices
- BorKorSor staff responsible for the Information Center have visited the Ministry of Transport’s Information Center, which has achieved exemplary ratings for two consecutive years.
- Insights from the visit are being used to improve the BorKorSor Information Center in alignment with the Act.
Services at the BorKorSor Information Center
- Research Assistance: Answering questions and supporting information searches.
- Visitor Services: Hosting tours and information sessions at the center.
- Internet Access: Providing internet-based information searches.
Usage Guidelines
- Visitors must dress appropriately.
- Exchange a valid ID (e.g., national ID, government official ID, or state enterprise employee ID) before entering, in accordance with BorKorSor regulations.
- Contact on-duty staff at the Information Center for assistance.
Operating Hours
- Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Closed on public holidays).
Contact Information
- Location:
BorKorSor Information Center, Headquarters Building
999 Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900.
BorKorSor remains committed to providing accessible and efficient information services while upholding the principles of the Official Information Act.