Bangkok: The Port Authority of Thailand (PAT) and the Department of Land Transport (DLT) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to utilize Big Data in advancing intelligent transportation, reducing costs, enhancing safety, and establishing new standards for Thai logistics. The agreement aims to decrease waiting times at Laem Chabang Port from eight hours to two to four hours during peak traffic.
According to Thai News Agency, the new MOU replaces a previous one that expired in August 2025, expanding cooperation to include truck tracking data for safety control and freight system analysis. This agreement supports the missions of both agencies, improves administrative efficiency, and facilitates customer and public services. The signing ceremony was attended by Mr. Kriangkrai Chaisiriwongsuk, Director-General of the PAT, and Mr. Jirut Wisanjit, Director-General of the DLT.
Mr. Chirut highlighted that the agreement promotes integration and exchange of data between government agencies, aiding the Department of Land Transport in sharing vehicle registration, vehicle license information, and DLT GPS data. This data helps analyze traffic congestion causes in the Port Authority's area, supporting sustainable and long-term solutions. The Port Authority will also share freight transport data, including cargo information and vehicle details, to assist the Department of Land Transport's core missions.
The cooperation extends data integration, including tracking freight trucks in Laem Chabang and Bangkok ports, to analyze and resolve port traffic issues, enhancing logistics efficiency. Both agencies recognize the importance of data in fulfilling their missions and anticipate that this collaboration will advance Thailand's freight transport system.
Mr. Kriangkrai emphasized that this cooperation signifies the advancement of Thailand's transportation system by using Big Data in government operations. This initiative will improve vehicle management in port areas, reduce congestion, and enhance safety, benefiting operators, port users, and the economy. It will also lower transportation costs and boost Thailand's competitiveness, establishing a foundation for becoming a logistics hub in the ASEAN region.
The PAT Director mentioned that the MOU outlines guidelines for linking key data, including vehicle registrations, driver's licenses, GPS-based travel data, and freight transport data. This will be used for efficient transport management and to develop stringent transport measures. The collaboration promotes knowledge exchange between personnel in inspection, analysis, and data processing, aligning with government policy and relevant acts. The expected reduction in waiting times at Laem Chabang Port will benefit daily truck operations and enhance cargo handling efficiency.
The MOU reaffirms government agency cooperation, highlighting the Port Authority of Thailand's role in improving logistics systems, reducing costs, enhancing competitiveness, and supporting sustainable economic growth.