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  2. Volume 18, Issue 4, 2025
  3. A Comparative Analysis of Strategic Factors Influencing the Usage of Thailand's Bangkok and Laem Chabang Port Logistics Systems

A Comparative Analysis of Strategic Factors Influencing the Usage of Thailand's Bangkok and Laem Chabang Port Logistics Systems

Author(s):

  • Kanokporn Nakchatree (Department of Civil Engineering, School of Engineering, King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL), Bangkok, Thailand)
  • Jaruwit Prabnasak (Department of Civil Engineering, School of Engineering, King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL), Bangkok, Thailand)
Volume: 18 Issue: 4 Publication Year: 2025 Page: 524-541 Available Online: 25 October 2025 DOI: 10.31387/oscm0630489
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Abstract:
This study examines the strategic factors influencing port usage in Thailand's logistics system, responding to the critical need for enhanced port competitiveness in Southeast Asia's rapidly evolving trade environment. Quantitative research was used to collect data from 378 relevant stakeholders, including shipping lines, freight forwarders, exporters, importers, and port authorities, through questionnaires. Multiple regression analyses identified and evaluated the key strategic factors influencing port usage. The research reveals significant differences in the strategic positioning of Bangkok Port (BP) and Laem Chabang Port (LCP), highlighting the unique roles each plays in Thailand's logistics network. Findings indicate that location, capacity, efficiency, and connectivity are primary factors affecting port choice among logistics operators. While these findings are specific to Thailand's port system, they offer valuable insights for other developing economies with similar dual-port systems, particularly those balancing established river ports with newer deep-sea facilities. This study contributes to the understanding of port competitiveness in Thailand and offers insights for policymakers and port authorities to enhance the strategic value of these critical logistics hubs. The research underscores the need for targeted investments and policy interventions to optimize the complementary roles of Bangkok Port and Laem Chabang Port in supporting Thailand's economic growth and trade competitiveness.
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@article{kanokpornnakchatree-2025-1699,
  title={A Comparative Analysis of Strategic Factors Influencing the Usage of Thailand's Bangkok and Laem Chabang Port Logistics Systems},
  author={Kanokporn  Nakchatree and Jaruwit  Prabnasak},
  journal={Operations and Supply Chain Management: An International Journal},
  year={2025},
  volume={18},
  number={4},
  pages={524--541},
  doi={10.31387/oscm0630489}
}
Kanokporn  Nakchatree, Jaruwit  Prabnasak (2025). A Comparative Analysis of Strategic Factors Influencing the Usage of Thailand's Bangkok and Laem Chabang Port Logistics Systems. Operations and Supply Chain Management: An International Journal, 18(4), 524-541. https://doi.org/10.31387/oscm0630489
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