All Other Thailand Ports, Thailand

Port Overview

Thailand’s “All Other Ports” category includes regional seaports such as Songkhla, Sattahip, Rayong, Phuket, Krabi, Kantang, Ranong, and Sriracha, located along the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea. While individually smaller than Laem Chabang and Bangkok, these ports are strategically important for regional trade, energy, and industrial shipments, supporting both domestic and international logistics. Collectively, their annual container throughput is estimated at under 2 million TEU, serving as vital gateways for specialized cargo, coastal shipping, and supporting Thailand’s diversified maritime network.

Facilities & Infrastructure

All Other Thailand Ports, managed by the Port Authority of Thailand, include Ranong, Chiang Saen, and Chiang Khong. Ranong Port features a 150-meter container terminal, 11,000-square-meter yard, and a 1,500-square-meter warehouse, handling general cargo and containers. Chiang Saen and Chiang Khong are river ports with basic cargo handling and storage facilities. Equipment includes mobile cranes, forklifts, and standard cargo handling gear, but not advanced automation like AGVs.

Container Terminals

Thailand’s container port landscape is dominated by Laem Chabang and Bangkok (Klong Toey), with several smaller ports supporting regional trade. Laem Chabang, the country’s largest and busiest, features over a dozen berths across two main basins, with a current annual capacity exceeding 8 million TEUs and expansion plans targeting 18 million TEUs by 2030. It operates under a landlord model, with major global and local terminal operators, including recent investments by COSCO Shipping Ports. Automation is advancing, particularly in Bangkok’s Klong Toey Smart Port initiative, but most terminals remain semi-automated, relying on skilled labor and digital tracking systems. Bangkok Port handles around 1.5 million TEUs annually with two main container terminals. Other ports like Ranong and Songkhla are much smaller, focusing on bulk and regional container traffic, with basic facilities and limited automation. Overall, Thailand’s ports are modernizing rapidly, with Laem Chabang leading in scale, efficiency, and international connectivity.

Port Services

• Container handling: Loading, unloading, and storage of containers using modern equipment and computerized systems.
• Cargo operations: Stevedoring, general cargo handling, bulk and breakbulk cargo services, and specialized cargo solutions.
• Ship services: Vessel agency, berthing arrangements, crew changes, bunkering, and ship supply.
• Warehousing: On-site storage, container yards, bonded and general warehousing, and distribution support.
• Customs: Customs clearance, documentation processing, and import/export compliance assistance.

Global Connectivity

All Other Thailand Ports, including Chiang Saen, Chiang Khong, Ranong, Map Ta Phut, Rayong, Phuket, Songkhla, Sattahip, and Si Racha, provide regional and cross-border connectivity. These ports serve northern, eastern, and southern Thailand, linking to neighboring countries such as Laos, Myanmar, and China via river and coastal shipping. They connect to major Asian and global markets through feeder and coastal routes, supporting both regional trade and international shipping networks.

Port Statistics

All Other Thailand Ports (excluding main hubs like Laem Chabang and Bangkok) collectively handle a significant share of the country’s container throughput.

• TEU Throughput (2023): Approximately 10.3 million TEU (total Thailand, with the majority at main ports; other ports contribute a smaller but notable share)
• World Ranking: Thailand ranks within the top 20 globally for total container throughput
• Number of Berths: Secondary ports typically have 2–10 berths each, depending on size and specialization
• Port Area: Varies by port, generally ranging from 50 to 200 hectares for secondary facilities
• Shipping Lines: Major global carriers such as Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, Evergreen, and regional lines serve these ports

These ports support Thailand’s regional trade, feeder services, and specialized cargo, complementing the country’s main container gateways.