The container port traffic in Thailand has shown a positive growth trend, with volumes increasing from 8.068 million TEUs in 2013 to 11.298 million TEUs in 2023. Despite fluctuations, such as the slight declines in 2019 and 2020, there has been a steady recovery and growth in subsequent years. The year-on-year growth rate was 2.81% in 2023, and the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the past five years stands at 1.73%. From 2024 onwards, forecasted data predicts continued growth in container port traffic, reaching 12.796 million TEUs by 2028. The forecasted CAGR from 2024 to 2028 is 1.98%, indicating a moderate, sustained growth rate of 10.28% over this period.

Future trends to watch for include:

Continued global trade recovery post-pandemic.
Infrastructure improvements and expansions in Thai ports.
Adoption of digital and automation technologies in port operations.
Shifts in trade policies and agreements that may impact container traffic volumes.