The Ningbo‑Zhoushan Port in eastern China has once again secured its position as the world’s busiest port by cargo throughput, handling over 1.4 billion metric tons of cargo in 2025 — marking the 17th consecutive year it has led global rankings for total cargo volume.
Located in Zhejiang Province, the port’s record performance was supported by strong output from its primary container terminals and a newly expanded deep‑water channel that enhances access for ultra‑large vessels. By the end of 2025, the port had also recorded over 43 million TEUs (twenty‑foot equivalent units) in container traffic, maintaining its status as one of the top three container ports globally.
Ningbo‑Zhoushan’s extensive network now includes more than 300 container shipping routes linking to over 700 ports in more than 200 countries and regions, with nearly 300 ship arrivals and departures daily, reinforcing its pivotal role in international trade and global supply chains.
Infrastructure upgrades made in 2025 — including the trial operation of a 300,000‑tonne deep‑water channel expansion and strengthened sea‑rail intermodal connections — have significantly boosted throughput efficiency and capacity for larger vessels.
The port’s continued dominance underscores China’s strategic role in global maritime logistics and highlights the importance of advanced infrastructure, connectivity, and integrated trade networks in sustaining long‑term growth.
January 6, 2026 — Source: DailyFocus / Global Reports