| Thailand Flooding Situation and Operational Impacts
Dear Valued Customer,
DHL Global Forwarding continues to monitor the severe flooding impacting Bangkok and surrounding regions of Thailand. The situation is creating operational challenges across transportation networks, particularly within air freight operations serving Bangkok.
Current Operational Status: Air Freight
Air cargo operations at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) are currently experiencing significant disruption due to terminal congestion, staffing shortages, reduced handling capacity, and airline-imposed cargo restrictions.
Temporary cargo embargoes or booking limitations are affecting operations involving:
- THAI Cargo Terminal (TG)
- Singapore Airlines/Scoot (SQ/TR)
- Cathay Cargo (CX)
THAI Airways has canceled domestic, regional, and long-haul flights. These cancellations may further reduce available air freight capacity through Bangkok and increase shipment delays.
As a result, customers may experience:
- Extended transit times
- Limited airfreight capacity
- Booking delays and restrictions
- Shipment acceptance constraints
- Routing changes to maintain service continuity
Current Operational Status: Ocean Freight
As of September 28, Laem Chabang Port, Lat Krabang Inland Container Depot (ICD), and Bangkok River Port remained operational, with no equipment shortages reported.
Truck transportation was available, although flooding and traffic congestion could extend transit times.
Current Operational Status: Customs
Public holidays affecting Thai civil service agencies on September 28–29 may have delayed customs clearance activities. Customs overtime support may be required for affected shipments. Please contact your DHL Global Forwarding representative to confirm the status of your shipment.
DHL Response
DHL Global Forwarding Thailand is working closely with airlines and operational partners to assess conditions, identify alternative routing options where available, and minimize shipment disruption. |
