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ONE Buys Stake in Hutchison Laem Chabang

[ April 1, 2026   //   Gary Burrows ]

Ocean Network Express has agreed to acquire a 30 percent stake in Hutchison Laem Chabang Terminal, strengthening its access to capacity at one of Southeast Asia’s key shipping hubs.

The investment, announced March 30, covers the Laem Chabang facility’s Terminal D, as well as Terminals C1, C2 and A3. The terminal is a major component of Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor and a primary deep-water gateway for regional trade.

Financial terms were not disclosed. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.

The deal reflects a broader push by global carriers to secure dedicated terminal capacity amid ongoing supply chain volatility and congestion risks. By taking an equity stake, ONE aims to ensure more predictable port access in a strategically important market.

“Our investment in HLT marks a significant milestone in our strategy to secure capacity in key gateways globally,” said Hiroki Tsujii.

The Laem Chabang terminal is among the most advanced in the region, with automated operations designed to improve efficiency and turnaround times. ONE said the partnership with Hutchison Ports will support more reliable service and operational performance for customers.

Headquartered in Singapore, ONE operates a fleet of more than 260 vessels with capacity exceeding 2 million twenty-foot equivalent units, serving more than 120 countries.

The move underscores increasing vertical integration in container shipping, as carriers invest in port and logistics infrastructure to gain greater control over end-to-end supply chains.

Tags: Hutchison Laem Chabang Terminal, Ocean Network Express (ONE)