Port of Laem Chabang (THLCH): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Laem Chabang (UN/LOCODE THLCH) is a small coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Thailand, on the Gulf of Thailand. It sits at 13.0833° N, 100.8833° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 14 m, cargo pier depths around 12.5 m. Shelter afforded is rated poor. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- Coastal (Breakwater)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Poor
- World Water Body
- Gulf of Thailand; South China Sea; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Thailand
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Laem Chabang
Where is Port of Laem Chabang located?
Port of Laem Chabang is a seaport located in Thailand, on the Gulf of Thailand. Its coordinates are 13.0833° N, 100.8833° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Laem Chabang?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Laem Chabang is THLCH — country code TH, location code LCH.
How deep is Port of Laem Chabang?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Laem Chabang has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 14 m, cargo pier depths of about 12.5 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Laem Chabang?
Port of Laem Chabang reports a maximum draft of 17 m, a maximum beam of 61 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Laem Chabang require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Laem Chabang.
What type of harbor is Port of Laem Chabang?
Port of Laem Chabang is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of small size, offering poor shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Laem Chabang have?
Port of Laem Chabang is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Laem Chabang are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #57462), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →