[The throughput of major ports in China increased by 4% in the first quarter]In the first quarter of 2026, the cargo throughput of major ports in China will increase by 4% to 4.39 billion tons, the container volume will increase by 8% to 89.64 million TEUs, and foreign trade will grow by 7.6% as the core engine. Shanghai, Ningbo Zhoushan, and Shenzhen lead the way, while Suzhou Port and its inland waterway have shown impressive growth rates. Qingdao and Tianjin Ports have achieved double-digit growth. The explosion of "new three types" and AI product exports has driven the recovery of routes in the Yangtze River Delta and Pearl River Delta. Tangshan mine and Yantai have seen a surge in miscellaneous goods. Looking ahead to the second quarter, geopolitics may put pressure on commodity trade. Editor/Cheng Liting
On April 20, 2026, the construction of berths 7-10 in the Bi Li operation area of Luoyuan Bay in Fuzhou Port was approved by the Provincial Development and Reform Commission, with a total investment of 1.823 billion yuan. The project is constructed by Fujian Luochuan Port Co., Ltd., which is controlled by Fuzhou Port Group. It will build two 50000 ton general berths with a designed annual throughput capacity of 8.61 million tons. The dock structure is reserved for the 70000 ton class and can accommodate multiple ship types for combined berthing. Editor/Cheng Liting
On April 22, 2026, the first "ship to ship" bonded green methanol refueling in the province landed in Meishan Port Area of Zhoushan Port in Ningbo. The refueling ship "Daqing 268" injected green methanol into the "COSCO Shipping Libra" ship. In the context of global shipping emissions reduction, customs, maritime, border inspection and other departments collaborate efficiently to ensure operational safety through institutional innovation and remote supervision. Editor/Cheng Liting