Two prominent figures in Thai jet skiing, Arparn Theeraphat Phani and Dr. Nulek Sublakhan, are joining forces to aid flood victims. These volunteer jet ski athletes, both world champions, are integral to the Jet Ski Association of Thailand’s volunteer project, providing assistance to those affected by floods in various regions.
Pol. Gen. Dechna Rong Suttichan Bancha, President of the Jet Ski Association of Thailand, announced plans to enhance the volunteer flood rescue project. This initiative receives support from Mr. Suwan Lipatpallop, former Deputy Prime Minister and an advisor to the project aimed at promoting jet skiing globally and improving flood rescue operations. The project will also collaborate with the Prow Group, which operates Vana Nava Hua Hin Water Park and Andaman Discoveries Phuket Water Park, to strengthen and refine the volunteer rescue efforts.
“After observing the volunteer jet ski team of the Jet Ski Association of Thailand assisting flood victims in various areas, Mr. Suwan identified several areas for improvement and discussed them with me,” stated Pol. Gen. Dechna Rong Suttichan Bancha. “He is prepared to offer support, and I also recognize numerous aspects that require enhancement. Consequently, we have agreed that the association is actively preparing to bolster the rescue project for future readiness, as more effective preparation leads to better relief for the public.”
The President highlighted the significant sacrifices made by all participants, comparable to their efforts in every mission undertaken. Examples include the father-son team leaders Ksitish Theerapradip and Kraisorn Theerapradip from FKT CONCRETE, currently deployed to assist villagers in Green Valley, Bang Ple. Other dedicated individuals include Pittipong Kiatikamalakul from the 45 MAXIMA YAMAHA TEAM PAW, Ekarin Kalyakunaphon from the ACADEMY RACING JET team, and Samabati Niamphang, a committee member of the association. More recently, Arparn Theeraphat Phani, known as the “Iron Woman” and a world champion, alongside Professor Chalermchai Busarakam of the PUSAN SEADOO JET SKI TEAM NAKHONPATHOM, and Sublakhan Nilnaparat, another formidable woman in jet skiing, together with the C.R.C GROUP JETSKI RACING TEAM, and “Po Ch” Kirti Kra Phiu-ngam from the YAMAHA WAVE RUNNER THAILAND x MRC POS PZ SHOP SAMUT SAKHON, the 2026 national champion, have been actively assisting residents and distributing relief supplies in the Kaeha Romklao area and the Laem Thong Sports Village. Additional jet ski athletes and teams, including Asmi Sangthong, Ekachat Bangsan Seni, Rachata Rueanglap, Sarawut Promchan, Intira Sangthong, Natthida Uplachan, Ronwari Phutes, Pramot Sriwichean, and Malatiwa Singhasahas, have also been providing aid in the Khlong Sam Wa area.
The Jet Ski Association of Thailand continues to urge individuals affected by floods or government agencies requiring assistance to contact the flood rescue mission center at 0-2136-3107 or 0-90991-4559 for urgent support.