Bangkok, Thailand

Port Overview

Bangkok, officially Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, is Thailand's capital and most populous city, strategically located in the Chao Phraya River delta in central Thailand. The city covers 1,568.7 square kilometers and serves as home to approximately 10 million people, with over 17.4 million in the greater metropolitan region. Positioned at coordinates 13°45'N, 100°30'E, Bangkok sits approximately 25 kilometers from the Gulf of Thailand. As Thailand's primary port city and economic hub, it serves as a critical gateway for Southeast Asian maritime trade, handling significant container traffic through its port facilities that connect regional and international shipping routes.

Facilities & Infrastructure

Bangkok Port (Khlong Toei) features two main container terminals, 15 inbound and 2 outbound warehouses, bonded and dangerous goods facilities, and a free zone. The port has 8 berths at the east quay and 10 at the west quay, with a quay length of 3,100 meters and a depth of 8.2 meters. Key equipment includes 14 rail-mounted gantry cranes, 36 rubber-tyred gantry cranes, 35 top loaders, 25 empty container stackers, and over 200 forklifts. Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) are not currently in use.

Container Terminals

Bangkok’s main container terminal, Khlong Toei Port, has 8 container berths at the East Quay and handles around 1.26–1.5 million TEU annually. The port is managed by the Port Authority of Thailand and features moderate automation, with digitalized operations and computerized management systems but not full automation. Major operators include the Port Authority of Thailand and private terminals such as Unithai Container Terminal. The port is undergoing upgrades to enhance efficiency and smart port capabilities.

Port Services

Main Services at Bangkok Port

Bangkok Port (Khlong Toei Port) offers comprehensive maritime services including:

Container Operations: Two main container terminals operating 24/7 at the East Quay, handling both full container loads and less container loads

Cargo Handling: General cargo operations with specialized facilities for various cargo types

Warehousing: 15 warehouses for inbound cargo and 2 for outbound cargo, plus bonded warehouse and dangerous goods storage facilities

Customs Processing: Dedicated customs areas and a free zone providing importers and exporters with additional storage and distribution services

Ship Services: Vessel berthing, pilotage, and support services along the Chao Phraya River

Global Connectivity

Bangkok Port (Khlong Toei) is a central logistics hub on the Chao Phraya River, serving Thailand’s capital and connecting to key ports like Laem Chabang and Ranong. It supports distribution to all regions of Thailand via integrated road, rail, and barge networks. Major shipping routes link Bangkok to Southeast Asia, China, Europe, and North America, with frequent feeder and direct services facilitating access to global markets.

Port Statistics

Bangkok Port (Klong Toey) – Key Statistics (2023-2024):

• TEU Throughput: Approximately 1.26 million TEUs (2023)
• World Ranking: Not in the global top 50 container ports
• Number of Berths: 19
• Port Area: 900,000 square meters
• Shipping Lines: Served by major global lines including Maersk, MSC, Evergreen, ONE, and others

Bangkok Port is Thailand’s second-largest container port and a central logistics hub for domestic and international trade.