Market scale: The Thai logistics market for 2025 is estimated between USD 53 billion to USD 69 billion, depending on source—e.g., Mordor Intelligence reports USD 53.38 billion while MarketReportAnalytics suggests around USD 68.6 billion
Growth trajectory: Expect annual growth of 4–6% CAGR through 2030–33, driven by strong fundamentals .
2. Key Drivers
E‑commerce boom: The surge in online shopping continues to fuel demand for last-mile delivery, warehousing, and Courier‑Express‑Parcel (CEP) services—the fastest-growing segment
Manufacturing & FDI: Thailand remains Southeast Asia’s automotive and electronics hub, attracting FDI. EV incentives and industrialization increase freight and storage needs .
Infrastructure projects: Major investments in roads, railways (e.g. high-speed networks), ports, and industrial zones—especially in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC)—is bolstering logistics capacity .
Government policy & incentives: Thailand is channeling extra budget (≈THB 157 billion ≈ USD 4.7 billion) into transport and logistics infrastructure to counter tariffs . EV subsidies support green logistics deployments
3. Infrastructure & Capacity Expansion
Cold storage & industrial estates: An additional 124,000 m² of logistics space is expected in 2025, especially in Rayong and the Eastern Seaboard .
High-speed rail corridor: Construction of the Don Muang–Suvarnabhumi–U‑Tapao high-speed railway (due by 2029) and Bangkok–Nong Khai line (Phase 1 opening projected in 2027) will improve connectivity .
Road network improvements: Projects like Motorway 6 (Bang Pa-in to Nakhon Ratchasima), slated to fully open around 2026, will reduce trucking times toward the northeast .
4. Technological Transformation
Advanced tracking & automation: IoT, AI, drones, and real-time systems are increasingly deployed—though ROI and integration remain challenges .
Green logistics push: Leading firms are electrifying fleets and incorporating sustainable practices, spurred by government incentives and global ESG pressure .
5. Regional Hubs & Strategic Zones
The Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC)—covering Chonburi, Rayong, and Chachoengsao—remains Thailand’s logistics heart, hosting major ports (Laem Chabang, Map Ta Phut), industrial estates, and cargo airports .
Southern Economic Corridor plans (including Andaman–Gulf land bridge) aim to enhance connectivity, though mostly in development, with operations continuing through late-2020s .
6. Challenges
Regulatory & trade tensions: Tariff uncertainties (e.g. U.S. threat of 36% taxes) could disrupt supply chains. The government is proactively reallocating funds to retreat risk .
Infrastructure bottlenecks: While key corridors see upgrades, rural and regional infrastructure still trails. Customs and border inefficiencies add friction.
Labor & integration hurdles: Skilled logistics workforce remains scarce, and integrating advanced technologies entails high upfront costs .