QSNCC Launches Bangkok’s First City-Centre Bonded Warehouse for International Events

The Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) has unveiled a new Bonded Warehouse service, becoming the first exhibition and convention venue in central Bangkok to offer the facility and further strengthening Thailand’s position as a leading destination for international exhibitions and business events.

The new service is designed to simplify the temporary import process for exhibitors and organisers participating in international events, reducing administrative burdens while streamlining logistics operations.

A Bonded Warehouse is a customs-controlled facility that allows imported goods to be stored and used for exhibitions and events without the need for import duty guarantees or ATA Carnet documentation. The system significantly reduces paperwork and customs procedures, enabling exhibitors to move products more efficiently while lowering operational complexity.

The launch represents another step in QSNCC’s strategy to develop a fully integrated event ecosystem, combining venue infrastructure with specialist logistics services and international event support.

Strengthening event logistics in Bangkok

To manage the facility, QSNCC has appointed APT Showfreight (Thailand) Ltd., part of the APT Showfreight & Logistics Group, one of Asia’s leading exhibition and event logistics providers.

With almost two decades of experience supporting international exhibitions and events, the company operates across multiple Asian markets, including Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam and China, where it maintains offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Chongqing, Xiamen and Shenzhen.

As Bonded Warehouse Manager, APT will oversee customs clearance, import and export handling, storage and direct delivery of goods to exhibition halls, providing exhibitors with a single logistics solution.

The addition of the service is expected to be particularly valuable for international organisers seeking efficient access to a venue located in the heart of Bangkok's business district, with direct connections to hotels, transport networks and commercial facilities.
 

Supporting Thailand’s competitiveness

According to QSNCC, the introduction of the Bonded Warehouse responds to growing demand from organisers for destinations that can offer not only world-class venues but also robust supporting infrastructure.

Surapol Utintu, Chief Executive Officer of Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, said, “The Bonded Warehouse is more than just a new service for organisers and exhibitors. It is an important piece of Thailand’s international exhibition and event ecosystem. Today, organisers are looking not only at venue quality but also at the strength of the supporting infrastructure that enables smooth and efficient event operations.”

“We believe this development will further strengthen Thailand’s ability to host international exhibitions and events while enhancing confidence among organisers and exhibitors worldwide who choose Thailand as their event destination.”

The initiative is expected to strengthen Thailand's competitiveness in attracting large-scale international exhibitions, particularly those requiring complex logistics operations and temporary imports.

Major events already set to benefit

Industry demand for the new service is already evident, with several major exhibitions planning to utilise the Bonded Warehouse over the coming months.

These include Asia Sustainable Energy Week 2026 and Thai Water 2026 in July, CPHI Southeast Asia 2026, Food & Hospitality Thailand 2026, the Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair and Jewellery & Gem ASEAN Bangkok 2027.

Suthichai Techanarungroj, Regional Director of APT Showfreight & Logistics Group, said, “We are honored to be entrusted as the Bonded Warehouse Manager for QSNCC. Through our extensive experience in exhibition and event logistics, we have seen that organisers increasingly value both venue quality and reliable logistics support.”

“The Bonded Warehouse is a key component in improving logistics efficiency for international exhibitions and events. Several major events are already planning to utilise the service, including Asia Sustainable Energy Week 2026 and Thai Water 2026 (July 1–3, 2026), CPHI Southeast Asia 2026 (July 8–10, 2026), Food & Hospitality Thailand 2026 (August 19–22, 2026), Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair (September 8–12, 2026), and Jewellery & Gem ASEAN Bangkok 2027 (May 17–20, 2027). This reflects the growing demand for support systems that help streamline operations and improve flexibility for event organisers.”
 

Building a complete events ecosystem

The launch of the Bonded Warehouse forms part of a broader effort by QSNCC to create a comprehensive support infrastructure for international exhibitions and conventions.

By integrating venue facilities, logistics services and specialist event support within a single ecosystem, QSNCC aims to make Bangkok an even more attractive proposition for global organisers and exhibitors.

As competition between destinations intensifies across the Asia-Pacific meetings and exhibitions market, investments in logistics and operational efficiency are increasingly becoming key differentiators. With the introduction of the Bonded Warehouse, QSNCC is positioning itself at the forefront of that trend while reinforcing Thailand’s ambitions as a leading global MICE destination.
 

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