CHONBURI: Provincial commerce officials and partner agencies on Tuesday inspected Terminal 21 Pattaya to enforce clear pricing and prevent overcharging as about 5,000 U.S. Navy and Marine personnel prepare to visit the resort city.
Banglamung District Chief Anusak Phiriyamorn, Chonburi Provincial Commerce Officer Hathairat Keerivan, Pattaya City public health officials, Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) Chonburi, and other agencies conducted the inspection at 11 a.m. on September 1st, 2026. The visit is intended to prepare local businesses for sailors and Marines from the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and two accompanying ships, scheduled to call at Laem Chabang Port from Sept. 2–6.
Inspectors focused on whether shops and restaurants display prices clearly, and they warned operators against opportunistic markups. Teams also checked food quality, cleanliness, and safety standards to reassure both visiting service members and local residents.
“The arrival of U.S. personnel is an important opportunity to stimulate the economy of Pattaya and surrounding areas,” Hathairat said. “Officials will monitor compliance with the law, especially the requirement to display prices for goods and services, so consumers can make informed decisions.”
Anusak said Chonburi has directed all relevant agencies to prepare on security, visitor facilitation, and fair trade. Patrol teams will continue monitoring the situation. Residents and tourists who find shops without price tags or who encounter price gouging can file complaints with the Banglamung District Damrongtham Center for investigation and legal action.
Terminal 21 Pattaya said it is cooperating with authorities by urging tenants to act as good hosts, post transparent prices, and maintain service standards in shops, the food court, and restaurants.
Officials described the port call as both an economic and tourism boost and a chance for Pattaya and Chonburi to demonstrate that they welcome visitors with fair pricing and professional service.
