## Company Profile SCHENKER (THAI) LTD — local arm of DB Schenker. Offers freight forwarding and LCL consolidation services in Thailand with trade-management responsibility for LCL lanes to Thailand, Myanmar and Laos (contact: Pornnipa Seechamni, Manager, Trade management LCL, Thailand, Myanmar and Laos). Operates CFS/ICD and consolidation hubs around Bangkok/Laem Chabang, provides cross‑border trucking and feeder services into Myanmar/Laos, and handles refrigerated (reefer) and dry LCL for agri‑food exporters. Positioned as a large global forwarder with local market presence and the scale to serve exporters and importers across ASEAN corridors. ## Pain Points 1) Seasonal reefer/LCL capacity squeezes (Q2–Q3 durian/fruit peak) causing surcharges, tight booking windows and missed export windows for small/mid exporters. 2) Cross‑border complexity and uneven customs/digitalization in Laos and Myanmar lead to unpredictable lead times, compliance headaches (SPS for fruits) and route disruption risk (border closures/sanctions). 3) Lane‑specific LCL rate volatility and opportunistic surcharges (PSS, GRI, EBS) creating margin pressure and service unpredictability for customers, especially small traders and e‑commerce buyers. ## Intel Summary === MULTI-DIMENSION RESEARCH === === [MARKET EVENTS] Thailand–Myanmar–Laos LCL container trade 2026: freight rates, capacity, routes, demand === **1. Freight rate environment (global & Thailand-linked) in 2026** - S&P Global’s 2026 ocean freight outlook projects **softer but volatile container rates** as global trade growth slows to around **1.7% in 2026**, while vessel capacity continues to expand, creating general **downward pressure on base FAK rates** but with lane‑specific spikes around disruptions and peak seasons. ([spglobal.com](https://www.spglobal.com/market-intelligence/en/news-insights/research/2026/02/2026-ocean-freight-outlook-softer-rates-ahead-but-volatility-is-not-going-anywhere?utm_source=openai)) - A 2026 LCL rate guide notes that, as of **April 2026**, **LCL rates have “stabilized post‑2025 peaks”** due to vessel overcapacity and subdued trade growth, with typical **Asia–US LCL benchmarks at roughly USD 80–160 per CBM** depending on port pair and service. ([freightamigo.com](https://www.freightamigo.com/en/blog/logistics/lcl-shipping-rates-transport-and-containers-2026-guide/?utm_source=openai)) - A Thailand‑based forwarder (Sitthi Logistics, 2026 pricing guide) quotes **LCL export rates from Thailand starting around USD 45–60/CBM for intra‑Asia lanes** (ex‑Bangkok/Laem Chabang to major Asian ports), with higher bands (USD 70–110/CBM) toward Europe/US and additional **LCL surcharges** such as: ([sitthiglobal.com](https://sitthiglobal.com/blog/freight-forwarder-thailand-rates-2026?utm_source=openai)) - **PSS (Peak Season Surcharge)**: typically applied in **Q3–Q4** around **China Golden Week/Christmas**; adds **USD 5–15/CBM** or USD 100–400 per container equivalent. - **GRI / EBS / congestion surcharges** are applied opportunistically when space tightens at key hubs like Singapore or Hong Kong. *Implication for Thailand–Myanmar–Laos:* Direct public quotes on TH–MM–LA LCL pricing are limited, but intra‑Mekong LCL is typically priced at a discount to deep‑sea Asia–Europe/US lanes and is heavily impacted by **feeder capacity, cross‑border trucking, and border congestion**. Based on Thailand intra‑Asia LCL benchmarks (USD 45–60/CBM), realistic **Bangkok–Yangon/Vientiane LCL all‑in levels** (including CFS and cross‑border handling) are plausibly in the **USD 35–70/CBM** band depending on volume and whether cargo is moved via: - **Bangkok/Laem Chabang → feeder to Yangon** (sea‑sea) - **Bangkok ICD/CFS → cross‑border truck → Yangon/Vientiane** (sea‑land/land‑land) **2. Capacity and routing patterns in the Greater Mekong / CLMVT corridor** Recent policy and trade briefings emphasize continued strengthening of **overland and short‑sea corridors linking Thailand–Laos–Myanmar–Vietnam–China**: - Thai government trade updates for fruit exports note **logistics facilitation at border checkpoints in Laos and Vietnam for overland flows into China**, including arrangements for fruit convoys and customs coordination, reflecting **increasing use of cross‑border trucking and rail‑truck intermodal** via Laos’ connections to China. ([en.thairath.co.th](https://en.thairath.co.th/news/governmentpolicy/2934421?utm_source=openai)) - The **January 2026 Thai trade bulletin** shows exports to **ASEAN‑5 up 29.8% YoY**, while exports to **CLMV (Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Vietnam) declined 8.7% YoY**, pointing to near‑term weakness and probable **excess transport capacity on some CLMV corridors**, particularly for manufactured goods; however, agricultural and fruit flows via Laos/China corridors remain prioritized. ([uploads.tpso.go.th](https://uploads.tpso.go.th/editor/pdf/1771817623_f9ee1d5f272b581792e8.pdf?utm_source=openai)) Taken together with the global overcapacity picture, this suggests: - **Adequate or loose capacity on Thailand–CLMV lanes in early 2026**, especially for general cargo LCL, except during fruit export peaks (see demand signals below). - **Routing patterns**: - **Thailand–Myanmar:** often truck‑to‑port (e.g., Bangkok to Laem Chabang) plus feeder to Yangon, or pure cross‑border truck via Mae Sot–Myawaddy for time‑sensitive LCL. - **Thailand–Laos:** predominately cross‑border truck (Bangkok → Nong Khai → Vientiane) with use of bonded CFS/ICD facilities; some rail‑truck intermodal via the Laos–China Railway for cargo ultimately destined to China. - **Thailand as a consolidation hub**: regional LCL consolidation in **Bangkok/Laem Chabang** for multi‑origin ASEAN cargo (including from Myanmar/Laos by truck) feeding mainline services to China, Japan, EU, US. **3. 2026 LCL demand dynamics for Thailand–Myanmar–Laos** Direct quantified LCL volumes in the subregion are not published, but several **indirect demand signals** are clear: - The Thai Commerce Ministry’s 2026 campaign to boost **fruit exports** has led to major **durian purchase orders of 1.0–1.1 million tons from China** for 2026, with logistics support “at border checkpoints in Laos, Vietnam, and China” to avoid bottlenecks. ([en.thairath.co.th](https://en.thairath.co.th/news/governmentpolicy/2934421?utm_source=openai)) - After eight months of decline, **agricultural exports rebounded in April 2026 by 17.9% YoY**, led by a **109–109.5% surge in durian export value**, signaling sharply higher utilization of both **reefer truck and refrigerated LCL capacity** on routes through Laos and Vietnam to China. ([en.thairath.co.th](https://en.thairath.co.th/news/governmentpolicy/2934421?utm_source=openai)) - However, the January 2026 trade report shows **rice exports down 23.9% YoY** and **canned/processed seafood exports down 9.4%**, which tempers LCL demand for these categories out of Thailand early in the year. ([uploads.tpso.go.th](https://uploads.tpso.go.th/editor/pdf/1771817623_f9ee1d5f272b581792e8.pdf?utm_source=openai)) **Analyst inference for 2026:** - **Peak LCL demand periods** for Thailand–Myanmar–Laos are tightly tied to **fruit export seasons** (durian, longan, mangosteen) feeding China via Laos/Vietnam, causing **short‑lived space constraints and surcharges** on reefer/LCL services at northern Thai border crossings and on certain feeder legs. - Outside these peaks, **general cargo LCL demand appears moderate**, with **ample capacity and soft pricing** due to: - weaker CLMV export performance (-8.7% to CLMV in Jan 2026), and - global vessel overcapacity plus additional intra‑Asia feeder tonnage. ([spglobal.com](https://www.spglobal.com/market-intelligence/en/news-insights/research/2026/02/2026-ocean-freight-outlook-softer-rates-ahead-but-volatility-is-not-going-anywhere?utm_source=openai)) **Key watchpoints for 2026–27:** - Any tightening of **Myanmar sanctions** or border controls that might push more MM‑related cargo to route indirectly via Thailand/Laos. - Additional **rail capacity or customs simplification** on the Laos–China Railway, which could shift some Thailand‑origin cargo from truck‑LCL to rail‑consolidated flows and alter LCL demand at Thai CFS hubs. **Sources (Market Events):** ([spglobal.com](https://www.spglobal.com/market-intelligence/en/news-insights/research/2026/02/2026-ocean-freight-outlook-softer-rates-ahead-but-volatility-is-not-going-anywhere?utm_source=openai)) === [DEMAND SIGNALS] Thailand exports 2026 – rice, seafood, fruit; buyers in China & ASEAN; seasonal peaks === **1. Overall Thai export performance in early 2026** - Thailand’s exports reached **USD 31.6 billion in January 2026**, with total exports **growing YoY**, supported by strong demand from the **US (+43.1%), China (+35.1%), EU‑27 (+17.8%), and ASEAN‑5 (+29.8%)**, even as exports to **CLMV fell 8.7%**. ([uploads.tpso.go.th](https://uploads.tpso.go.th/editor/pdf/1771817623_f9ee1d5f272b581792e8.pdf?utm_source=openai)) - By **March 2026**, exports surged to a **record USD 35.2 billion**, up **18.7% YoY**, with agricultural products (mainly **rice and rubber**) accounting for about **8% of total exports**. Shipments expanded robustly to the **US (+40.5%), China (+0.4%), EU (+20.6%), and ASEAN (+17.8%)**. ([tradingeconomics.com](https://tradingeconomics.com/thailand/exports-yoy?utm_source=openai)) **2. Fruit exports (especially to China) – volumes, buyers, and seasonality** - The Commerce Ministry reports that after an extended slump, **agricultural exports rebounded in April 2026, up 17.9% YoY**, with **durian exports increasing by about 109–109.5%**. ([en.thairath.co.th](https://en.thairath.co.th/news/governmentpolicy/2934421?utm_source=openai)) - Pre‑season negotiations secured **durian purchase orders from Chinese buyers of 1.0–1.1 million tons for 2026**, with promotion in both primary and secondary Chinese cities and new markets such as South Korea, India, and the Middle East. ([en.thairath.co.th](https://en.thairath.co.th/news/governmentpolicy/2934421?utm_source=openai)) - Another analysis notes that **China absorbs over 70% of Thai durian production**, underscoring China’s central role as the marginal buyer and seasonal demand driver. ([sooktrading.com](https://www.sooktrading.com/blog/10114/thai-agri-exports-2026-rising-strong-going-global-durian-to-cassava-thailands-export-powerhouse?utm_source=openai)) - A Thai article on fruit exports to China highlights **durian, coconut (432,812 tons; ~19.2% share), and mangosteen** as top Thai fruit exports to China, and stresses that in **March 2026, agricultural exports to China continued expanding**, especially for these fresh fruits. ([en.thairath.co.th](https://en.thairath.co.th/scoop/theissue/2930833?utm_source=openai)) **Seasonal peaks:** - **Durian peak season**: typically **Q2–Q3** (April–August) with export spikes toward China via both **sea and overland corridors (Laos/Vietnam)**. In 2026, the data show exactly that: sharp April bounce driven by durian. ([en.thairath.co.th](https://en.thairath.co.th/news/governmentpolicy/2934421?utm_source=openai)) - **Longan and mangosteen**: tend to peak slightly later (mid‑year), reinforcing a **sustained Q2–Q3 export push for fruit LCL and reefer capacity**. - China’s tightening **safety/quality standards**, particularly for longan, are creating **compliance risk and potential temporary disruptions**; however, demand remains structurally strong. ([en.thairath.co.th](https://en.thairath.co.th/scoop/theissue/2930833?utm_source=openai)) **Implications for LCL and buyer behavior:** - Many smaller Chinese and ASEAN buyers (regional wholesalers, e‑commerce channels, secondary city markets) are more inclined to book **smaller lots via reefer LCL or consolidated trucking**, especially for trial orders and distribution to non‑tier‑1 cities. - Government‑backed campaigns (“Thailand Helps Thailand”, online durian promotions) seek to **smooth domestic demand** and avoid oversupply during the export season, but exports to China remain the main outlet. ([en.thairath.co.th](https://en.thairath.co.th/news/governmentpolicy/2934421?utm_source=openai)) **3. Rice export trends and buyer mix** - The Thai Rice Exporters Association reports **January 2026 rice exports of 530,287 tonnes**, down **17.5%** from 643,144 tonnes in January 2025. Key markets include **Iraq, US, South Africa, Malaysia, Angola, Cameroon, Senegal, China, the Philippines, and Hong Kong**. ([nationthailand.com](https://www.nationthailand.com/business/trade/40062995?utm_source=openai)) - Official MoC trade statistics for January 2026 similarly show **rice export value down 23.9% YoY**, reflecting both lower volumes and pricing pressure. ([uploads.tpso.go.th](https://uploads.tpso.go.th/editor/pdf/1771817623_f9ee1d5f272b581792e8.pdf?utm_source=openai)) - Industry commentary suggests 2026 rice exports may be at a **five‑year low** absent climate‑driven demand, citing: - stronger competition from **India and Vietnam**, - a strong Thai baht reducing price competitiveness, and - import suspensions or reduced tenders from buyers like **Indonesia and the Philippines** in late 2025. ([nationthailand.com](https://www.nationthailand.com/business/trade/40062995?utm_source=openai)) - More recently, a **Nation Thailand** piece projects a **second‑half 2026 recovery**, as the **Super El Niño phenomenon** prompts major importers to **stockpile rice** for food security reasons. Thailand is expected to **meet its 7 million tonne 2026 export target**, with the **Philippines alone projected to import a record 6.5 million tonnes**. ([nationthailand.com](https://www.nationthailand.com/business/trade/40066110?utm_source=openai)) *Demand signal:* - **H1‑2026**: weak Thai rice export volumes and softer demand from some ASEAN buyers (e.g., Indonesia early in the year). - **H2‑2026**: potential **demand and price rebound** as climate risk translates into **stockpiling** by traditional buyers (Philippines, African markets, Middle East), increasing both **bulk and containerized/LCL rice flows**. **4. Seafood export trends** - The January 2026 trade report records **canned and processed seafood exports down 9.4% YoY** in value terms. ([uploads.tpso.go.th](https://uploads.tpso.go.th/editor/pdf/1771817623_f9ee1d5f272b581792e8.pdf?utm_source=openai)) - Bank of Thailand’s sector review highlights **frozen seafood and canned fish** as key agro‑industrial exports, noting moderate recovery in some markets (e.g., US demand for canned fish) but overall **slower growth relative to fruits**. ([bot.or.th](https://www.bot.or.th/content/dam/bot/documents/en/thai-economy/state-of-thai-economy/monthly-report/macro-2025-06-press.pdf?utm_source=openai)) - A recent export‑focused analysis lists **canned tuna, shrimp, and processed seafood** among Thailand’s top edible exports by value, with major destinations including the **US, Japan, EU, and ASEAN**. ([goterrestrial.com](https://goterrestrial.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Thailands-Top-10-Edible-Exports-2026.pdf?utm_source=openai)) *Demand signal:* - **Seafood demand** in 2026 is **stable to mildly negative** in volume for some canned/processed categories, but with **resilient high‑value demand** from developed markets. - For LCL: particularly relevant to **smaller importers in ASEAN and China** ordering mixed pallets/containers of canned and frozen seafood, especially outside peak reefer fruit seasons when capacity is more available and competitively priced. **5. Top edible export categories & destination mix (2026 snapshots)** - A 2026 “Top 10 Edible Exports” report for Thailand identifies: ([goterrestrial.com](https://goterrestrial.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Thailands-Top-10-Edible-Exports-2026.pdf?utm_source=openai)) - **Primary agricultural**: rice, fruits (durian, coconut, mangosteen, longan), vegetables. - **Processed foods**: canned seafood, ready meals, sauces, snacks. - **Intermediate products**: sugar, tapioca starch, cassava products. - Main **destination markets** across these categories: - **China**: dominates fresh fruit (durian >70% of production), also buys rubber, cassava, and some rice. - **ASEAN**: key for rice, sugar, processed foods; ASEAN‑5 demand was up nearly **30% YoY in Jan 2026**, suggesting strong regional recovery. ([uploads.tpso.go.th](https://uploads.tpso.go.th/editor/pdf/1771817623_f9ee1d5f272b581792e8.pdf?utm_source=openai)) - **US / EU / Japan**: high‑value markets for canned/processed seafood, chicken products, and premium rice. **Sources (Demand Signals):** ([en.thairath.co.th](https://en.thairath.co.th/news/governmentpolicy/2934421?utm_source=openai)) === [TIMING SIGNALS] ASEAN supply chain shifts 2026 – nearshoring, trade policy, and customs for Thailand–Myanmar–Laos === **1. Macro supply‑chain and nearshoring trends in ASEAN (2025–26)** - ASEAN’s **Investment Report 2025** emphasizes that the region continues to perform strongly on **FDI in supply‑chain‑linked sectors**, especially **electronics, EVs, and intermediate manufacturing**, and that multinational firms are actively **re‑configuring networks** with ASEAN as a key beneficiary of “China+1” and **nearshoring/diversification** strategies. ([asean.org](https://asean.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/AIR2025_rev17-Okt.pdf?utm_source=openai)) - It notes ongoing work on **10 broad measures** to deepen ASEAN economic integration, covering trade facilitation, standards, and investment, but also highlights **non‑tariff measures (NTMs) and customs inefficiencies** as remaining barriers to supply‑chain efficiency. ([asean.org](https://asean.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/AIR2025_rev17-Okt.pdf?utm_source=openai)) - A 2024 ASEAN high‑level forum speech underscores that ASEAN’s **dense FTA network** (ASEAN+1 FTAs, RCEP) underpins regional supply‑chain connectivity and that member states are prioritizing infrastructure and digital trade facilitation to support **resilient supply chains**, especially amid geopolitical uncertainty. ([asean.org](https://asean.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/SG-remarks_High-level-Forum-on-ASEAN-Supply-Chain-Connectivity-Final-clean.pdf?utm_source=openai)) *Timing implication:* - The **2024–26 window** is a phase of **active investment and network recalibration** into ASEAN, with Thailand positioned as a **regional manufacturing and logistics hub**, and nearby Laos and Myanmar playing complementary roles (Laos as a land bridge to China; Myanmar as a lower‑cost frontier market, subject to sanctions risk). **2. Customs and trade facilitation reforms affecting Thailand–Myanmar–Laos** - A US‑ASEAN Business Council report on customs reform (though published ~2023) lays out priority initiatives that are still directly relevant in 2026: **single window implementation, risk‑based inspections, harmonized data standards, and mutual recognition of AEO programs** to improve cross‑border clearance times and predictability. ([usasean.org](https://www.usasean.org/sites/default/files/2023-10/%5BFinal%5D%20%5BUS-ABC%5D%20ASEAN%20Customs%20Reform%20to%20Advance%20Regional%20Supply%20Chain%20Resilience.pdf?utm_source=openai)) - The 2025 ASEAN Investment Report reiterates that implementation of these reforms is uneven: **LDC members (including Laos and Myanmar) lag in full digitalization and harmonization**, which continues to generate **border delays and compliance uncertainty** for cross‑border trucking and LCL consolidation. ([asean.org](https://asean.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/AIR2025_rev17-Okt.pdf?utm_source=openai)) - Thailand’s Commerce Ministry and associated agencies have, in 2025–26, taken specific steps to **streamline export logistics for agricultural products**, including: ([en.thairath.co.th](https://en.thairath.co.th/news/governmentpolicy/2934421?utm_source=openai)) - deployment of **negotiation teams at border checkpoints in Laos and Vietnam**; - **coordinated inspection and customs processing with Chinese authorities** for fruit shipments; - use of **pre‑season agreements** to manage border capacity during peak periods. *For Thailand–Laos–China corridors:* - These steps translate into **seasonal “fast lanes” or expedited procedures** for reefer trucks and consolidation cargo at Lao border crossings, while non‑priority cargo may still face **longer clearance times**. *For Thailand–Myanmar:* - Publicly documented 2026 reforms specific to Thailand–Myanmar customs are sparse, largely because of Myanmar’s political situation and sanctions. The practical effect is that: - **Land borders can experience sudden closures or operating‑hour restrictions**, impacting shipment timing. - Many exporters prefer **routing cargo via Thailand’s seaports and using feeder services to Yangon** (where operational), or shipping to a third country (e.g., Singapore) for transshipment to Myanmar. **3. Trade policy and timing risks/opportunities 2026** - **RCEP** (effective for most ASEAN members including Thailand and Laos) continues to lower tariffs and simplify rules of origin for intra‑RCEP trade, encouraging **regional sourcing and hub‑and‑spoke logistics**. For agri‑food, this supports **increased trade in intermediate and processed products** (e.g., starches, processed foods) across ASEAN+China/Japan/Korea. (Policy framework summarized in ASEAN reports; 2026‑specific tariff reductions are largely scheduled rather than newly negotiated.) ([asean.org](https://asean.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/AIR2025_rev17-Okt.pdf?utm_source=openai)) - **Non‑tariff measures** and SPS requirements—especially from China on fruits (e.g., longan safety standards)—are tightening, which can **suddenly constrain export timing** if exporters or logistics providers are not compliant. ([en.thairath.co.th](https://en.thairath.co.th/scoop/theissue/2930833?utm_source=openai)) - ASEAN‑level policy focus in 2025–26 is on **supply‑chain resilience and diversification**, not on raising new tariffs. For Thai exporters, the main policy‑driven timing factors are: - whether goods qualify for **preferential tariff treatment under ASEAN+1/RCEP** (requires documentation and sometimes origin audits); - the **pace of digital customs rollout** in Laos and Myanmar, affecting manual clearance vs. e‑submission. **4. Timing signals specifically relevant to LCL/export planning for Thailand–Myanmar–Laos (2026)** Based on the above policy and demand context, **key 2026 timing windows** are: 1. **Q2–Q3 2026 (fruit export peak):** - Durian, longan, and mangosteen exports to China surge; **border facilitation via Laos/Vietnam is prioritized**, but this also leads to: ([en.thairath.co.th](https://en.thairath.co.th/news/governmentpolicy/2934421?utm_source=openai)) - **Higher reefer/LCL rates** on Thailand–Laos–China corridors; - **Tighter space and booking windows**; - More rigorous **SPS/inspection regimes**, particularly for longan. - Shippers of non‑perishable cargo (e.g., dry food, general goods) may see **longer lead times** or need to route via alternative ports or off‑peak days. 2. **H1 2026 (rice & seafood softness):** - Given **declines in rice (-17.5% to -23.9% YoY) and canned seafood (-9.4% YoY) exports** early in 2026, **container and LCL capacity for these commodities is relatively abundant**, suggesting: ([nationthailand.com](https://www.nationthailand.com/business/trade/40062995?utm_source=openai)) - **More favorable freight rates** and easier space confirmation; - Opportunity for smaller buyers in ASEAN and China to secure **LCL space at low cost**. 3. **H2 2026 (rice stockpiling response to El Niño):** - Anticipated **stockpiling by major rice importers (Philippines, others)** is likely to **pull forward shipments into late Q3–Q4**, tightening **bulk and containerized rice logistics** and possibly driving **short‑term LCL rate spikes** on certain lanes. ([nationthailand.com](https://www.nationthailand.com/business/trade/40066110?utm_source=openai)) 4. **Policy implementation horizon (2025–27):** - ASEAN’s customs and trade‑facilitation reforms are **incremental and multi‑year**. The window **2025–27** will likely bring: ([asean.org](https://asean.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/AIR2025_rev17-Okt.pdf?utm_source=openai)) - Wider adoption of **ASEAN Single Window** functions and **risk‑based inspections** (beneficial for accredited traders, large consolidators); - Gradual **reduction in border clearance times** for compliant operators; - But continued **variance between Thailand (relatively advanced) and Laos/Myanmar (slower digitalization)**, keeping some timing risk in cross‑border LCL movement. **Actionable timing takeaways for 2026 planning:** - **Advance‑book LCL and reefer capacity** for Thailand–Laos–China corridors in **Q2–Q3**, especially for fruit or temperature‑controlled food. - **Exploit relatively soft H1 2026 rates** for dry bulk foods (rice, processed seafood) on Thailand–ASEAN and Thailand–China lanes where possible. - For shipments transiting **Myanmar or Laos**, build in **buffer time** for customs and political risk, and where feasible, **route sensitive cargo via Thailand’s main seaports and stable ASEAN hubs** to reduce border‑closure risk. **Sources (Timing Signals):** ([en.thairath.co.th](https://en.thairath.co.th/news/governmentpolicy/2934421?utm_source=openai)) Sources: • 2026 Ocean Freight Outlook: Softer Rates Ahead, but Volatility Isn’t Going Anywhere | S&P Global https://www.spglobal.com/market-intelligence/en/news-insights/research/2026/02/2026-ocean-freight-outlook-softer-rates-ahead-but-volatility-is-not-going-anywhere?utm_source=openai • LCL Shipping Rates 2026: Guide to Costs & Containers https://www.freightamigo.com/en/blog/logistics/lcl-shipping-rates-transport-and-containers-2026-guide/?utm_source=openai • Freight Forwarder Thailand Rates 2026 — FCL from $1,200, LCL from $45/CBM | Free Quote | Sitthi Logistics Thailand https://sitthiglobal.com/blog/freight-forwarder-thailand-rates-2026?utm_source=openai • Agricultural Exports Rebound in April 2026 with 17.9% Growth Commerce Ministry Boosts Durian Exports by 109% https://en.thairath.co.th/news/governmentpolicy/2934421?utm_source=openai • Thai International Trade in January 2026 https://uploads.tpso.go.th/editor/pdf/1771817623_f9ee1d5f272b581792e8.pdf?utm_source=openai • Agricultural Exports Rebound in April 2026 with 17.9% Growth Commerce Ministry Boosts Durian Exports by 109% https://en.thairath.co.th/news/governmentpolicy/2934421?utm_source=openai • Agricultural Exports Rebound in April 2026 with 17.9% Growth Commerce Ministry Boosts Durian Exports by 109% https://en.thairath.co.th/news/governmentpolicy/2934421?utm_source=openai • Thai International Trade in January 2026 https://uploads.tpso.go.th/editor/pdf/1771817623_f9ee1d5f272b581792e8.pdf?utm_source=openai • 2026 Ocean Freight Outlook: Softer Rates Ahead, but Volatility Isn’t Going Anywhere | S&P Global https://www.spglobal.com/market-intelligence/en/news-insights/research/2026/02/2026-ocean-freight-outlook-softer-rates-ahead-but-volatility-is-not-going-anywhere?utm_source=openai • 2026 Ocean Freight Outlook: Softer Rates Ahead, but Volatility Isn’t Going Anywhere | S&P Global https://www.spglobal.com/market-intelligence/en/news-insights/research/2026/02/2026-ocean-freight-outlook-softer-rates-ahead-but-volatility-is-not-going-anywhere?utm_source=openai • Thai International Trade in January 2026 https://uploads.tpso.go.th/editor/pdf/1771817623_f9ee1d5f272b581792e8.pdf?utm_source=openai • Thailand Exports YoY https://tradingeconomics.com/thailand/exports-yoy?utm_source=openai • Agricultural Exports Rebound in April 2026 with 17.9% Growth Commerce Ministry Boosts Durian Exports by 109% https://en.thairath.co.th/news/governmentpolicy/2934421?utm_source=openai • Agricultural Exports Rebound in April 2026 with 17.9% Growth Commerce Ministry Boosts Durian Exports by 109% https://en.thairath.co.th/news/governmentpolicy/2934421?utm_source=openai • Agricultural Exports Rebound in April 2026 with 17.9% Growth Commerce...