China's Ports Handled 18.3 Billion Tons of Cargo in 2025, Ranking First Worldwide

At the 2026 China Maritime Day (July 11), the Ministry of Transport announced 2025 port figures: 18.3 billion tons cargo and 354 million TEUs, both first globally.

Key figures: 18.3 billion tons cargo; 354 million TEUs; Bohai Rim, Yangtze River Delta, and Greater Bay Area port clusters completed; Pinglu Canal and Three Gorges New Waterway accelerating; 9 of top 20 ports in Yangtze River Delta including 5 inland river ports; Yantai Port grew 8.6%.

Why this matters: China's port dominance reflects its role as the world's largest trading nation. The 18.3 billion tons represents roughly one-third of global port throughput. Three world-class port clusters demonstrate strategic investment in integrated logistics infrastructure.