China’s port system cements its global dominance

01.04.2026

China’s export momentum is most clearly reflected in the extraordinary growth now moving through its major port system. In 2025, Chinese ports handled 354.5m teu, a 7% year‑on‑year increase, with Shanghai alone processing 55.1m teu. The mega‑hubs of Ningbo-Zhoushan, Shenzhen and Qingdao all posted strong gains, mirroring a nationwide surge. The scale...