Zhenjiang, China
Zhenjiang: A strategic port city on the Yangtze River, serving as a major domestic trade hub.
Port Overview
Zhenjiang is a major port city located in southwest Jiangsu Province, eastern China, on the south bank of the lower Yangtze River. With a population of over 3.2 million and an area of 3,847 square kilometers, it ranks as the third largest port in the Yangtze River Basin. Its strategic location at the junction of the Yangtze River and the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal makes it a vital transport hub for river and canal shipping. Zhenjiang’s annual container throughput capacity exceeds 2 million TEU, supporting regional and international trade.
Facilities & Infrastructure
Zhenjiang port features multiple terminals including Zhenjiang, Dagang, Jianbi, Jurong, and Longmen, handling dry bulk, liquid bulk, containers, and breakbulk cargo. Key facilities include deepwater berths for vessels up to 70,000 DWT, floating docks, and shipyard services. The port is equipped with modern cranes for container and bulk handling, and supports automated guided vehicles (AGVs) for efficient cargo movement. Main imports are timber, ore, coal, chemicals, and petroleum; exports include cotton, steel, cement, and grain.
Container Terminals
Zhenjiang’s container terminals comprise several berths, with the main Dagang Port Area offering 8 berths for 25,000 DWT vessels, 2 for 5,000 DWT, and 1 for 2,000 DWT, plus additional barge berths. The port’s annual container capacity is around 384,000 TEU. Automation is limited, with conventional handling methods prevailing. The major operator is Zhenjiang Port Group, including Zhenjiang Port International Container Terminal Co., Ltd.
Port Services
- Container handling: Facilities for loading and unloading containers, including mobile and floating cranes.
- Cargo operations: Handling of dry bulk, liquid bulk, breakbulk, and general cargo.
- Ship services: Provision of fuel, potable water, limited repairs, garbage disposal, and medical facilities.
- Warehousing: Storage and logistics support for various cargo types.
- Customs: On-site customs clearance and inspection services for import and export cargo.
Global Connectivity
Zhenjiang is a strategic inland river port on the Yangtze River, connecting directly to major ports like Shanghai and Nanjing. It serves Jiangsu, Anhui, and other inland provinces, supporting multimodal transport links. Shipping routes from Zhenjiang access domestic markets and, via transshipment at Shanghai, connect to global destinations in Asia, Europe, and North America. The port handles containers, bulk, and breakbulk cargo, facilitating efficient regional and international trade.
Port Statistics
Port of Zhenjiang, China – Key Statistics (2025):
- TEU Throughput: Approximately 1.5 million TEU annually
- World Ranking: Not in the global top 10 container ports
- Number of Berths: Over 70 berths
- Port Area: About 24 square kilometers
- Shipping Lines: Serviced by major international and domestic shipping lines, connecting to key Asian and global ports
