Tianjin, China
Tianjin is northern China’s main seaport and industrial hub, serving as the maritime gateway to Beijing.
Port Overview
Tianjin is a major coastal city in northern China, located on the Bohai Gulf about 120 km southeast of Beijing. As China’s largest port in the north and one of the world’s busiest, Tianjin ranks among the top five container ports in the country. Its strategic position makes it the primary maritime gateway to Beijing and a key hub in the Bohai Economic Rim. The port handles over 20 million TEU annually, underscoring its critical role in international trade and logistics.
Facilities & Infrastructure
Tianjin Port features major container, bulk, general cargo, and RoRo terminals, including advanced facilities like the APM container terminal with 4 berths and a 1.7 million TEU annual capacity. The port is equipped with modern cranes, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and extensive indoor/outdoor storage areas. Specialized terminals handle automobiles, heavy equipment, and hazardous cargo, supported by efficient logistics systems and real-time operational monitoring for high throughput and reliability.
Container Terminals
Tianjin Port serves as Beijing's primary maritime gateway and is Northern China's largest port. The port handled 23 million TEU in 2024 and plans to expand capacity to 35 million TEU by 2035. It features deep-water berths capable of accommodating 300,000-tonne vessels and operates the world's first intelligent zero-carbon terminal. The port connects to over 500 ports across 180+ countries through 147 container services, positioning it as a pioneer in smart port development and automation technology.
Port Services
- Container handling: Dedicated terminals for containerized cargo, including loading, unloading, and storage.
- Cargo operations: Full range of bulk, general, liquid, and project cargo handling, with 24/7 stevedoring and logistics support.
- Ship services: Ship agency, bunkering, ship repair, supply, and technical support.
- Warehousing: Extensive bonded and general warehousing, container yards, and logistics centers.
- Customs: Centralized customs clearance, inspection, and quarantine services for efficient import/export processing.
Global Connectivity
Tianjin Port is a major gateway in northern China, connecting over 500 ports in more than 180 countries. It serves the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, Central and Western China, and is a key hub for trade with Central Asia, Russia, and Europe via China-Europe and China-Central Asia rail links. Its shipping routes reach major global markets, including Southeast Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and South America, supporting both maritime and inland logistics networks.
Port Statistics
Tianjin Port Key Statistics
- Annual TEU Throughput: Approximately 23.3 million TEUs (2024), with a 5% year-on-year growth trend.
- World Ranking: Among the top 10 busiest container ports globally, and the largest artificial port in northern China.
- Number of Berths: Over 150 berths, including specialized terminals for containers, bulk, and ro-ro cargo.
- Port Area: Covers more than 130 square kilometers, with extensive landside logistics and free trade zone facilities.
- Shipping Lines: Served by all major global shipping alliances and over 120 international shipping routes, connecting to more than 500 ports worldwide.
- Strategic Role: Critical gateway for Beijing and northern China, handling significant volumes of imports, exports, and transshipment cargo.
