TH Prefix and Three-Character Location Code
A Thailand UN/LOCODE begins with the country prefix TH, followed by a three-character location identifier. For example, THBKK identifies Bangkok and THLCH identifies a Laem Chabang entry in the database.
Seaports in Thailand: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Thailand has 70 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, supporting container shipping, industrial cargo, energy logistics and regional trade across the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea.
Use Thailand port codes to compare gateways, plan inland connections and request current sea-freight quotations.
Thailand Port Overview
Thailand is a major manufacturing and distribution base in Southeast Asia. Laem Chabang is the principal deep-sea container gateway, while Bangkok and Lat Krabang support metropolitan cargo flows, inland distribution and port-rail connectivity.
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Thailand ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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National port cargo tonnage, 2025; comparable YoY series not consolidated
MOT 2025 public statistics
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National container throughput, 2025; comparable YoY series not consolidated
MOT and Port Authority of Thailand 2025
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National commercial berth count, 2025; YoY comparison not consolidated
MOT 2025 public statistics
How many seaports does Thailand have?
Thailand has 70 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its Nov 2026 database snapshot. This is an indexed coverage figure, not a statutory count of every maritime facility.
Top Thailand Ports by Container and Freight Role
The table highlights the leading Thailand entries in the Ecer Freight sample. Global rank and throughput figures are shown only where a comparable 2025 public figure is available; indexed coverage should not be confused with a global port league table.
Selected Thailand gateways and indicative 2025 container statistics
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Laem Chabang | THLCH | — | — | Eastern Thailand |
| — | Laem Chabang | THLCB | — | — | Eastern Thailand |
| — | Bangkok | THBKK | — | — | Bangkok Metropolitan Area |
| — | Lat Krabang | THLKB | — | — | Bangkok Metropolitan Area |
| — | Bangkok Pat | THPAT | — | — | Bangkok Metropolitan Area |
| — | Songkhla | THSGZ | — | — | Southern Thailand |
Thailand Port Regions and Cargo Clusters
Bangkok Metropolitan Area
Bangkok-area facilities serve consumer markets, inland distribution, river-connected cargo and container logistics linked to the capital.
Selected Bangkok-area entries
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bangkok | THBKK | Bangkok | Container, general cargo and metropolitan distribution |
| Lat Krabang | THLKB | Bangkok | Inland container and rail-linked logistics |
| Bangkok Pat | THPAT | Bangkok | Port and terminal cargo serving Bangkok |
| Klong Toey | THKLO | Bangkok | Urban port and general cargo activity |
| Sahathai | THSCS | Bangkok | Terminal and regional cargo handling |
Eastern Thailand and Industrial Coast
The eastern seaboard concentrates deep-sea container services, petrochemical supply chains, automotive manufacturing and industrial bulk cargo.
Selected eastern Thailand entries
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laem Chabang | THLCH | Laem Chabang | Deep-sea containers, vehicles and project cargo |
| Laem Chabang | THLCB | Laem Chabang | Container terminal and export manufacturing flows |
| Sriracha | THSRI | Sriracha | Industrial, general and liquid cargo |
| Si Racha | THSIR | Si Racha | Industrial and coastal shipping support |
| Rayong | THRYG | Rayong | Industrial and manufacturing cargo |
| Map Ta Phut | THMAT | Map Ta Phut | Petrochemicals, energy and bulk industrial cargo |
| Sattahip | THSAT | Phatthaya | General, naval and regional cargo activity |
Southern Thailand and Gulf-Andaman Gateways
Southern ports support rubber, agricultural products, fisheries, coastal distribution, tourism supply chains and cross-border trade.
Selected southern Thailand entries
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Songkhla | THSGZ | Songkhla | Southern regional and general cargo |
| Songkhla | THSON | Songkhla Province | Coastal, fisheries and regional cargo |
| Phuket | THHKT | Phuket | Tourism supply, coastal and general cargo |
| Phuket | THPHU | Phuket Province | Regional maritime and tourism-linked cargo |
| Krabi | THKRV | Krabi | Coastal, agricultural and tourism supply chains |
| Pattani | THPAN | Pattani | Fisheries and southern regional cargo |
| Ko Samui | THKSM | Ko Samui | Island supply and coastal logistics |
Thailand Port Codes and UN-LOCODEs
UN/LOCODEs provide a standardized reference for ports, terminals, customs points and logistics locations. A code should be checked against the actual booking location and terminal before shipment instructions are issued.
City-Level and Terminal-Level Records
One commercial gateway may appear under more than one record when city, terminal or facility references are maintained separately. Laem Chabang is therefore represented by both THLCH and THLCB in the indexed sample.
How to Verify a Thailand Port Code
Compare the code with the booking confirmation, terminal name and customs instructions. The UNECE provides the international UN/LOCODE reference, while the Ecer Freight port directory provides searchable country and port records.
Shipping from Thailand: Main Trade Lanes
Thailand's containerized exports are concentrated in manufacturing, automotive, electronics, chemicals, food products and consumer goods. Transit times are indicative and depend on the carrier, service rotation, transshipment, season and destination terminal.
Thailand to North Asia
Frequent regional services connect Thailand with China, Japan, South Korea and other Northeast Asian markets.
Thailand to Europe
European services typically move manufactured goods, automotive cargo, electronics and processed food through mainline or transshipment networks.
Thailand to North America
North American routes support Thai automotive, electronics, furniture, rubber and food-product exports.
Thailand to South Asia and the Middle East
Regional and westbound services carry machinery, consumer goods, food products and industrial inputs.
Thailand Port Data Methodology
This page separates Ecer Freight's indexed port coverage from official operational statistics and international league-table data. Port availability, service schedules and cargo figures should be reconfirmed before booking.
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party directory snapshot containing 70 Thailand port and terminal records as of Nov 2026.
- United Nations Economic Commission for Europe — UN/LOCODE standards and location-code reference.
- Thailand Ministry of Transport — national transport and maritime-sector context; 2025 figures are used where publicly consolidated.
- Port Authority of Thailand — Bangkok Port and Thailand port operations context.
- National Statistical Office of Thailand — official statistical context for national transport and trade indicators.
Thailand Port FAQ
How many seaports does Thailand have?
Thailand has 70 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the Nov 2026 database snapshot. The figure represents indexed coverage rather than a universal legal count of all facilities.
What is the main container port in Thailand?
Laem Chabang is generally regarded as Thailand's main deep-sea container gateway. Ecer Freight records include Laem Chabang under THLCH and THLCB.
What does a Thailand port code look like?
A Thailand UN/LOCODE begins with TH and is followed by three location characters, such as THBKK for Bangkok or THSGZ for Songkhla.
Which Thailand regions are important for sea freight?
The Bangkok metropolitan area, the eastern industrial coast and southern Thailand are the principal freight clusters. Laem Chabang, Bangkok, Lat Krabang and Songkhla are important entries in the indexed sample.
Are the Thailand port statistics current?
The indexed-port figure reflects the Nov 2026 Ecer Freight snapshot. Operational data, vessel schedules, terminal restrictions and freight rates are time-sensitive and should be confirmed for the intended shipment.
Editorial note: Thailand port-code coverage is maintained from the Ecer Freight database and reviewed against public transport, port-authority and international location-code references. Indexed records are updated as database changes are verified, while operational statistics and sailing information are reviewed quarterly or when authoritative updates become available.
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