The USS Abraham Lincoln, a U.S. Navy nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, docked at Laem Chabang port in Chonburi with approximately 5,000 personnel on board (Sept 2–6). Pattaya authorities coordinated comprehensive preparations including security, traffic management, and business readiness. Local SMEs in hospitality, F&B, retail, and entertainment are expected to capture significant spend, with economic forecasts reaching 100 million baht in circulation—a notable injection for regional tourism-dependent businesses.