The Harbor Department is the main organization to regulate, promote and develop a safe marine and maritime transport system. Effective according to international standards Promote the development of water transport and maritime systems to connect with other transportation systems. Both passenger and cargo transportation, ports, dockyard, and Thai fleet and related businesses To provide people with convenience, speed, thorough and safety, as well as Region support Exports to be strengthened with the following powers and duties:

1. Operate in accordance with the law on navigation in Thai waters Thai Boat Law The law on hitting boats Law on the Promotion of Maritime Affairs And other relevant laws

2. Study and analyze for the development of water transport infrastructure.

3. To organize water transportation and maritime business.

4. Cooperate and coordinate with the organization And related agencies in the country And abroad in the field of water transportation Maritime and in connection with the Convention And international agreements

5. To perform any other activities as required by law to be the authority of the Department. Or according to the ministry Or the Cabinet assigns