With breathtaking sunsets and clear blue waters, Phuket is one of Asia’s most popular holiday destinations with over 10 million tourists a year. Nestled in southern Thailand, it is home to palm-lined beaches and superb hospitality. Chalermluck Kebsup, the Mayor of Patong City, Phuket, saw a need to improve tourism services, such as enhancing the transportation network and bettering the tourist experience around Phuket. This led the government to pioneer the idea of initiating a smart city project for Phuket. “We want the smart city project to improve the quality of life for locals and tourists, improve emergency services, and provide real-time transport and traffic data,” mentioned Mayor Chalermluck.

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