Many others who sustained less serious injuries, bringing the total number of victims to 1,225, according to Laem Chabang port chief Yutthana Mokkhao. The fact that Laem Chabang port authorities were unaware of this dangerous cargo has severely eroded public faith in safety standards at the facility. CHECKS AND BALANCES: Port officials make a routine inspection at Laem Chabang Port. Dangerous goodsCurrently, the handling of dangerous goods at Laem Chabang Port is carried out by a private firm under a revenue-sharing contract signed with the port authority. Carrier operators or owners who fail to declare dangerous goods or improperly declare goods are subject to fines of 50,000 baht per vessel.

Source: Bangkok Post June 02, 2019 00:44 UTC