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KITT CONNECT

KITT Story

Koh Yao pier

We are the leading maritime group in Thailand’s Andaman region.

With over 10 years of experience in maritime transportation of passengers, vehicles, and goods, we connect key destinations across Thailand’s Andaman region — including Phuket, Phang Nga, Krabi, Koh Yao, and surrounding islands.

We are also one of the few maritime operators providing seamless links between multiple island communities along the Andaman Sea.

Mission

Our mission is to develop modern vessels and establish reliable passenger, vehicle, and cargo routes that meet the maritime transportation needs of communities throughout Thailand’s Andaman region.

Vision

Our vision is to be the leading maritime reference in the Andaman Sea, providing trusted local services with the strength and capability to compete and grow in an increasingly connected regional environment.

House of Swallow Birds — HISTORY: a 100-year family business through four waves, and still going

House of Swallow Birds — HISTORY: a 100-year family business through four waves, and still going

  1. Wave 1The beginning

    1924 – 1984

    • Mr. Anan Kaewbamrung began as an agent buying edible bird’s nests and as a mineral trader across the islands of the Andaman Sea.
    • A rice mill was founded to support rice farming on Koh Yao and secure the local food supply; surplus harvests were later shared with and sold to the community.
    • Other businesses included an open-air cinema, rubber plantations and fishing.

  2. Wave 2Settling downand prosperity

    1984 – 2023

    • Mr. Apichat Wachirachaiyapak learned the bird’s-nest business from Mr. Anan Kaewbamrung and built on that knowledge to develop a bird’s-nest concession business.
    • A.P.B. Rangnok Phuket was registered as a limited company on 27 July 1984.
    • The group expanded into several more businesses, including a Chevrolet car dealership, ferry and transport services, and real-estate investment.
    • Over more than 60 years, the second-generation leader’s dedication and fighting spirit carried the company through many crises and built lasting stability for the organisation and the family.

  3. Wave 3Rising tothe family’s peak

    • The third generation has grown up and succeeded in their own careers.
    • They carry on and develop the ferry and transport business, managing it together to build stability and sustainability for the next generation.
    • They continue the second-generation leader’s intentions with commitment and vision, bringing prosperity and security to the family for the future.

  4. Wave 4Transformation:the next 100 years

    • Mr. Ittikorn Son was appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to oversee and manage the group of companies.
    • Kit Prasan Pattana 2013 Co., Ltd. refreshed its corporate identity and changed its name to KITT CONNECT.
    • An organisation-wide transformation began, adapting every part of the business to a changing era.
    • Vessels are maintained continuously, service standards are being raised, and routes are being expanded to meet growing customer demand.
    • Investment in innovation and maritime systems improves the efficiency and safety of our services.