Dagu/Tanggu, China

Port Overview

Dagu/Tanggu, now part of the Port of Tianjin, is located at the Haihe River estuary on the western shore of Bohai Bay, about 60 km east of Tianjin city and 170 km southeast of Beijing. As the largest port in Northern China and the main maritime gateway to Beijing, it ranks among the world’s busiest ports. Covering 121 square kilometers, it is a major hub for international trade and logistics. The port’s annual container throughput exceeds 20 million TEU, underscoring its strategic importance for China’s northern economy and global shipping.

Facilities & Infrastructure

Dagu/Tanggu, part of the Port of Tianjin, features major terminals for containers, bulk cargo, Ro-Ro, and passenger services. Key cargo facilities include deep-water berths, bonded warehouses, and advanced customs zones. The port is equipped with modern ship-to-shore gantry cranes, automated stacking cranes, and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) for efficient cargo handling. Its infrastructure supports large vessels and high cargo throughput, making it a critical logistics hub in northern China.

Container Terminals

Dagu/Tanggu container terminals, part of the Port of Tianjin, feature over 50 modern berths capable of handling large container vessels. Annual container throughput exceeds 10 million TEU. The terminals employ advanced automation systems, including automated stacking cranes and gate operations. Major operators include Tianjin Port Group and joint ventures with global companies such as COSCO Shipping and APM Terminals. These facilities support high efficiency and connectivity to major international shipping routes.

Port Services

• Container handling: Dedicated terminals for efficient loading and unloading of containers, including ultra-large vessels.
• Cargo operations: Facilities for bulk, general, and specialized cargo, with advanced stevedoring and logistics support.
• Ship services: Bunkering, ship supply, maintenance, pilotage, and agency services for all vessel types.
• Warehousing: Bonded and non-bonded warehouses, including cold storage and secure storage for various cargo types.
• Customs: Streamlined customs clearance, electronic declarations, and free trade zone benefits for fast import/export processing.

Global Connectivity

Dagu/Tanggu, now part of the Port of Tianjin, is Northern China’s largest maritime gateway, serving Beijing, Tianjin, Hebei, Shanxi, and Inner Mongolia. It connects to over 180 global ports and is linked by extensive rail, road, and air networks. Major shipping routes reach East Asia, Southeast Asia, Europe, North America, and the Middle East, making it a critical hub for international trade and supply chains.

Port Statistics

Port: Dagu/Tanggu (Port of Tianjin), China
TEU Throughput (2024): 9.93 million
World Ranking: Top 10 globally, largest in Northern China
Number of Berths: 217 total (90 for ships over 10,000 DWT)
Port Area: Over 121 square kilometers
Shipping Lines: Served by all major global carriers, with extensive international and domestic routes