The port rating is determined by the level of port congestion based on the volume of container loading, in other words, by its container turnover. It is clear that the port rating may change, so it is advisable to carry out such a rating every year. Below is a list of the busiest ports in the world in 2012.
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The world's largest port maintains its first position since 2010, when it overtook the port of Singapore. In 2012, it showed the best result among giant ports - 32.5 million twenty-foot containers (TEU) per year.
2 Port of Singapore (Singapore) - Singapore
Although the Port of Singapore has lost its lead, it is still considered the busiest port in the world. In 2012, for the third time in a row, it became the second container port in the world - container turnover amounted to 31.7 million TEU per year.
3 Port of Hong Kong - China
The container turnover of this port in 2012 amounted to 23 million TEU. Hong Kong is China's second largest port and has 14 berths.
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Every year it expands its market share in southern China due to its proximity to steel plants and the Pearl River Delta. In 2012, it accepted about 23 million 20-foot containers.
A figure of 22.5 million TEU in 2012 allowed this busy South Korean port to maintain a respectable fifth place in the ranking. 6 Port of Ningbo (Ningbo-Shoushan) - China
The port is located at the intersection of the major northwest route and the inland navigation of the Yangtze River and is the sixth container port in the world (16.8 million TEU per year)
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The port in the Pearl River Delta - Guangzhou in 2012 received more than 12 million 20-foot standard containers.
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Another rapidly developing Chinese port, whose terminals handled 14.5 million containers in 2012.
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Has the world's fourth largest container terminal operator. In 2012, it handled 13.4 million containers, including the world’s largest container ship with a carrying capacity of 16,020 TEU “Marco Polo”.
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It reached 12.3 million TEU in 2012 and took tenth place in the ranking of the largest ports, thereby displacing the oldest European port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands. It is easy to notice that Chinese ports have taken leading positions in the ranking (7 out of 10). Due to global changes in the world economy, Asian ports have completely replaced European ports in the ranking of the largest ports on our planet.
The largest ports in the world
The level of activity, vitality and vibrancy of the world's ports is measured in the volume of cargo turnover and container traffic, in twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU). Since 2000s Shanghai port surpassed ports in Singapore and Hong Kong in these indicators, and became the busiest and busiest port in the world.
Port in Shanghai, China SIPG
The most active container port in the world, since 2010
The SIPG port is responsible for: cargo handling, transportation of domestic and international cargo by land and water, container leasing, warehousing information management, distribution and logistics, and much, much more.
SIPG operates 125 berths at the Port of Shanghai, and has a total length of 20 kilometers. Of the total number of berths, 82 Shanghai ports can accommodate over 10,000 dwt of cargo vessels. SIPG operates warehouses covering an area of 293 thousand square meters and more than 4.7 million square meters of warehouse space. He also owns 5,143 pieces of cargo equipment.
The port of Shanghai occupies an enviable geographical position, enjoying almost ideal natural conditions.
Serving a vast economically developed hinterland and boasting huge domestic distribution facilities and infrastructure. The Yangtze River Delta contains a collection of some of China's most economically active cities.
The port's strategy is aimed at developing the port's container market and strengthening its cargo consolidation network by increasing domestic cargo volumes and increasing exports. In turn, the Northeast Asia strategy aims to develop SIPG as an international shipping hub. SIPG is developing the Shanghai Port community feeder network for the Northeast Asia region, with the theme of its marketing efforts being "Shanghai Port, your best choice."
Port in Singapore, Republic of Singapore
The most active transhipment port in the world
The Port of Singapore is the world's busiest transhipment port. Located in the southern part of the Malay Peninsula, approximately 30 km southwest of the Port of Johor in Malaysia, the Port of Singapore connects more than 600 ports in 123 countries. It is the world's largest public port.
The facilities will allow the port to handle cargo, including bulk, transhipment and project cargo. The port offers a range of services for transshipment of bulk and specialized cargo. Warehouses and the inland area of the port are used for storage, packaging, consolidation and distribution of cargo. About 80% of containers that arrive in Singapore are transhipped to other ports.
The largest port in the world
Singapore's port is not just an economic amenity, but an economic necessity as Singapore suffers from land and natural resource shortages. It is critical for importing natural resources and then subsequently re-exporting products to generate income.
The port has general purpose and special purpose terminals for processing oil and natural gas, as well as cement and steel products. It also has a dedicated terminal, which is one of the main vehicle transhipment centers in the region.
Port in Ningbo-Zhoushan, China
The world's most active port in terms of cargo turnover, since 2010
The largest port in China. Ningbo Port
The port of Ningbo was founded in 738 during ancient China, during the Tang Dynasty (618-907). It was known as one of the three major seaports for foreign trade called Mingzhou, along with Yangzhou and Guangzhou.
The port of Ningbo-Zhoushan is the largest port in the world in terms of cargo turnover; in 2015, it transported 888.96 million tons of cargo, thereby taking first place in the ranking of cargo ports in the world. The port is located in Ningbo and Zhoushan, on the coast of the East China Sea, in Zhejiang Province south of Hangzhou Bay.
It consists of several ports, such as: Beilong (sea port), Zhenhai (estuary port) and Ningbo Old Port (inland river port).
Every year, developed countries strive to ensure that their ports meet all the requirements of shipping companies and rapidly growing demand. But while every country is focused on improving its port infrastructure, there are a few global leaders. Find out what are the largest ports in the world right now.
What is the largest port in the world?
1. Singapore port
The cargo port includes terminals in cities such as Tanjong Pagar, Keppel, Brani, Pasir Panjang, Sembawang and Jurong. The terminals are owned by PSA Singapore and Jurong Port.
The port receives an average of 140,000 ships per year and connects to 600 ports around the world. It is equipped with 204 quay cranes and a number of gantry cranes.
The Port of Singapore is currently undergoing a major terminal expansion project, which will add an additional 15 berths when fully operational in 2020.
2. Shanghai port
In 2010 it was the largest port in the world, but has now given way to Singapore. Its construction was recognized as a decisive factor in the development of the city of Shanghai. In 2012, the Chinese port handled 744 million tons of cargo, including 32.5 million TEU.
The port is located at the mouth of the Yangtze River and covers an area of 3,619 sq. km. The port complex is owned by the Shanghai International Ports Group (SIPG).
It consists of 125 berths with a total length of about 20 km. The port of Shanghai handles more than 2,000 container ships every month and accounts for a quarter of China's total foreign trade.
3. Port of Hong Kong
Back in 1987, this seaport was recognized as the busiest in the world. A key driver of Hong Kong's economic development, Victoria Harbor's natural shelter and deep waters provide ideal conditions for berthing and handling vessels of all types.
The number of container ships that passed through the Port of Hong Kong was 25,869 in 2016, with a net registered tonnage of 386,853 tonnes.
4. Port of Shenzhen
The Port of Shenzhen serves industrial facilities and companies located in the Pearl River Delta. It is considered the second largest seaport in China, especially in the southern part of mainland China.
The port is home to 39 shipping companies that operate 131 international container routes. 560 ships call at the port of Shenzhen every month. Shekou Passenger Terminal provides fast ferry services across the Pearl River Delta to Hong Kong, Macau and Zhuhai.
5. Busan Port
The Port of Busan ranks fifth on this list, serving the South Korean city of Busan as a leading contributor to its economic activities. Container handling is over 13 million TEU, making it a real contender for other Asian ports in the coming years.
The South Korean port handles 40% of all seaborne export cargo, 80% of container cargo and 42% of the country's fishery products. It is located on an area of 840,000 sq.m. and is capable of simultaneously serving 169 vessels.
6. Ningbo Port
The Port of Ningbo, which handled more than 453 million tons of cargo in 2012, is the sixth largest port in the world. Consisting of 309 berths, it connects to 600 ports in more than 100 countries.
It is located in the coastal province of Zhejiang and includes the port area of Beilong, Zhenhai, Ningbo, Daxi and Chuangshan. The port is managed by Ningbo Port Group.
7. Port of Guangzhou
The Port of Guangzhou handled more than 460 million tons of cargo in 2012, making it the seventh largest port in the world. It is located in the center of the Pearl River Delta. For comparison, in 1999 the seaport handled 100 million tons of cargo.
The port consists of four main areas, including Guangzhou City Port, Huangpu Port, Xinsha Port and Nansha Port. It is currently the largest coal loading and unloading port in China.
8. Port Jebel - Ali (Dubai)
One of the main attractions of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Jebel Ali Port is located 35 km southwest of Dubai, in the Persian Gulf. Despite the 2009 crisis, the port was able to handle 10 million TEU.
9. Qingdao Port
Serves the province of Qingdao, located near the Yellow River. Consists of four areas: Dagang Port Area, Qianwan Port, Huangdong Oil Port Area (for oil tankers) and Dongjiakou Port.
It is well known for its handling of bulk carriers, with a transhipment record exceeding 10 million TEU.
10. Port of Rotterdam
The top ten is completed by the largest port on the European continent. Its area is 105 sq. km, and its length is 40 km. In 2012, it handled 441.5 million tons of cargo.
The Port of Rotterdam consists of five separate port areas and three distribution parks, which serve the needs of the hinterland with 40,000,000 consumers.
As we can see, almost all the largest ports in the world are Asian ports. Eastern countries are constantly developing and demonstrating their superiority in this area. The ten largest ports amaze with their impressive size and congestion.
Largest ports
5 (100%) 1 voteBack in 2013, the American Port Authority Association compiled a list of the largest ports in the world. This list was created based on the total cargo turnover of each port.
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Port of Shanghai
It is located near Shanghai itself and is the largest river and sea port. Since the moment the port was created, it has managed to increase its cargo turnover by more than 6 times. If in the eighties the volume of cargo processed did not exceed 100 million tons, then thirty years later this figure increased to 696 million tons. Although two years later (in 2015), the figures dropped to 646 million tons.
Port of Singapore
This port was the largest until 2005. Today it receives more than 100 ships every day, and its cargo turnover is more than 560 million tons.
Port of Tianjin
This port is located almost 200 km from Beijing near the Haihe River. It cooperates with more than 400 ports around the world, and its cargo turnover in 2011 exceeded 450 million tons.
Port of Guangzhou
Another Chinese port. It is considered the largest port in the south of the country. It was founded in 2004 and has since increased its cargo handling capacity from 200 million tons to more than 315 million tons. Also, the port of Guangzhou cooperates with ports in 80 countries around the world.
Qingdao Port
The third port in China, which is included in the list of the largest. Location: Shandong Peninsula. The port has 47 berths at its disposal. Its cargo turnover in 2013 reached 450 million tons. On the territory of the port there are special storage facilities for oil or grain. The port can be divided into three parts: oil, new and old. It cooperates with more than 100 countries around the world.
Port of Rotterdam
Located in the Netherlands. The largest European port. Its cargo turnover in 2014 was estimated at 440 million tons. For a long time it was the largest port in the world, until Asian ports overtook it. But even having suffered greatly due to the Second World War, today huge ships mainly carrying petroleum products arrive at the port of Rotterdam.
Ningbo Port
A Chinese port that cooperates with more than 90 countries around the world. It has 191 berths at its disposal, which accept ships with a displacement of 10,000 tons and more. The volume of cargo handled in 2013 was 499 million tons, making it the largest port on mainland China.
Port of Port Hedland
The first Australian port on our list. The port specializes in the export of iron ore. Deliveries are carried out mainly to China, for example, to the port of Qingdao, mentioned above. The port's cargo turnover is more than 370 million tons.
Port of Dalian
The port began its work in 1899. It is located in northern China. The total area of the port is more than 340 square kilometers. From the port, transportation is carried out to America, Europe and South Asia. In total, the port has concluded agreements with more than 150 countries around the world. The volume of cargo processed at the port is more than 320 million tons.
Port of Busan
The last one on our list is the port of the Republic of Korea. The port can be divided into seven districts. It was built in 1876 and became the best port in the republic. The length of the port berth is 10 kilometers. In 2013, the port's cargo turnover amounted to more than 310 million tons.
Even from this list, it can be seen that Asia is actively ahead of other regions in the port industry. Even the subsequent ports (Hong Kong Port and Qinhuangdao Port) are in Asia. And only in thirteenth place does the first American port appear (the port of South Louisiana) with a cargo turnover of about 216 million tons.
