LAEM CHABANG
- Latitude: 13.0587 •
- Longitude: 100.895 •
- South-East Asia •
- Port in Thailand
Address: Thailand
Laem Chabang Port, located in Chonburi Province, Thailand, is the country's largest and most significant deep-sea port. It plays a crucial role in Thailand's economic activities, serving as a major hub for international trade, particularly for container and bulk shipments. Below is a detailed description and specifications for Laem Chabang Port:
General Description:
- Location: Chonburi Province, Thailand, approximately 25 km north of Pattaya and 130 km southeast of Bangkok.
- Coordinates: 13.0956° N, 100.9097° E
- Operational Authority: Port Authority of Thailand (PAT)
- Opening Year: 1991
- Type of Port: Deep-sea port
- Primary Functions: Container shipping, bulk cargo, RORO (roll-on/roll-off) operations, and other general cargo operations.
Port Layout and Infrastructure:
- Total Area: Approximately 1,000 hectares
- Terminal Areas:
- Container Terminals: Multiple terminals, including A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, and C2.
- Bulk Terminals: Dedicated areas for bulk cargo operations.
- RORO Terminals: Facilities designed to handle roll-on/roll-off vessels.
- Berths: Over 20 deep-water berths with varying lengths and depths.
- Depth: Water depth alongside berths ranges from 14 to 16 meters, capable of accommodating large maritime vessels, including Panamax and post-Panamax ships.
- Storage Facilities: Large container yards and warehouses, including cold storage and general storage areas.
- Cranes: Equipped with several Ship-to-Shore (STS) cranes, Rubber-Tyred Gantry (RTG) cranes, and other material handling equipment.
Connectivity:
- Rail: Direct rail connections from the port linking to Thailand’s national railway network, facilitating inland transportation of goods.
- Road: Well-connected via highways, particularly the Bangkok-Chonburi Motorway, which ensures efficient road transport to and from the port.
- Air: Proximity to U-Tapao International Airport for air cargo connections.
Services and Operations:
- Container Handling: One of the largest container ports in Southeast Asia, offering both import and export services.
- Bulk Cargo Handling: Facilities to handle various bulk commodities like grain, coal, cement, and agricultural products.
- RORO Services: Dedicated RORO terminals for vehicles and heavy machinery.
- Pilotage: Compulsory pilotage services for ships entering and exiting the port.
- Towage: Tugboat services available to assist in maneuvering vessels within the port.
Additional Features:
- Customs and Security: On-site customs facilities ensuring efficient customs clearance processes. High-security measures complying with international standards.
- Environmental Compliance: Initiatives in place to minimize environmental impact, including waste management and pollution control.
- IT and Automation: Utilization of advanced port management systems and IT infrastructure to facilitate efficient port operations.
Development and Expansion:
- Recent Developments: Continuous improvements and expansions to increase capacity and efficiency, including new berth construction and infrastructure modernization projects.
- Future Plans: Ongoing plans for further expansion to accommodate growing trade volumes, including enhancing connectivity and increasing berth depths.
Laem Chabang Port stands as a vital maritime gateway for Thailand and the broader ASEAN region, contributing significantly to the area's economic growth and integration into the global trade network.
Vessels in the port
Flag | Name | Type | Destination | Date/Time |
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TUG 303 | Other | 07:29:05 | ||
TUG 304 | Other | 07:29:01 | ||
Other | 07:27:36 | |||
NP_LOVEGISTICS_4 | Cargo | LCB | 07:24:08 | |
CMA CGM OSIRIS | Cargo | LAEM CHABANG | 07:20:15 | |
INGENUITY | Cargo | TH LCH | 07:12:04 | |
TUG 206 | Towing/Tug | !ND | 06:24:48 | |
MOE LINE 5 | Cargo | TH LCB | 06:21:42 | |
TARUA301 | Towing/Tug | 05:56:01 | ||
TUG404 | Towing/Tug | SKL | 05:53:49 | |
CAPE FORBY | Cargo | THBKK > THLCH | 05:26:14 | |
TUG NS601 | Towing/Tug | LAEMCIND | 05:17:26 | |
TUG 602 | Towing/Tug | BKK | 05:12:30 | |
SEASPAN BENEFACTOR | Cargo | THLCH | 04:28:59 | |
MSC BERYL | Cargo | LAEM CHABANG | 04:03:17 | |
TONSBERG | Cargo | THLCH | 03:07:45 | |
ACX CRYSTAL | Cargo | TH LCH | 02:56:11 | |
NORDMAAS | Cargo | TH LCH | 02:52:37 | |
ITAL UNIVERSO | Cargo | MYPKG>THLCH | 01:55:08 | |
Other | 01:28:15 | |||
GABRIELA A | Cargo | THLCH | 01:26:26 | |
TUG.601 | Other | 01:23:16 | ||
MSC AMEERA III | Cargo | THLCH | 12:16:03 |