In 2026, as the world's attention turns once again to Shenzhen during the APEC China year, another story of global connectivity is unfolding along the city's eastern coastline. At YANTIAN—one of the world's largest single container terminals—quay cranes rise and fall in rhythmic motion. As a world-class maritime hub, this deep-water port links Shenzhen to the globe through nearly 100 weekly shipping services, supporting one-third of Guangdong's foreign trade and more than one-quarter of China's exports to the United States.
Recently, YANTIAN welcomed three new additions to its equipment fleet—one remote-controlled quay crane and two remote-controlled quay cranes dedicated to feeder operations, all manufactured by Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries (ZPMC).
On May 31, the 8th Strategic Supply Chain Thought Leader 50 Forum, jointly organized by ANNTO and the International Alliance for Industry Chain (IAIC), and co-hosted by the CEIBS Institute of Supply Chain Innovations, concluded successfully at Midea’s Global Innovation Campus in Shanghai.
Riding the momentum of APEC China Year, YANTIAN has further expanded its global shipping network with the launch of a new Indonesia service, following the successful introduction of direct services to Thailand and Cambodia earlier this year.
On May 27, the first-anniversary celebration and customer promotion conference of the Chengdu–Shenzhen-Hong Kong Scheduled Rail-Sea Service was successfully held in Chengdu.
On May 7, under the joint promotion of the Yantian District and Dongguan Maritime Safety Administrations, lithium battery products manufactured in Dongguan officially achieved "doorstep inspection," marking the successful launch of the Greater Bay Area's first cross-regional one-container regulatory model for lithium battery maritime exports.
The country's largest automated twin-trolley quay cranes and future-ready berths, delivered in December last year and January this year respectively, are designed to handle container vessels up to 33% larger than the world's largest vessels currently in service.
As the only port enterprise invited to participate, YANTIAN took part in the 2026 Guangdong Seminar on High-Quality Development of Cross-Border E-Commerce.
The first Global Warehousing and Distribution (GWD) hub of Amazon has officially commenced operations at YANTIAN, Shenzhen.
Every enhancement to our smart security system is designed to give you greater peace of mind. Your cargo's safety remains at the core of everything we do.
YANTIAN's rail-sea services have secured top-tier industry recognition, earning the titles of "Five-Star Multimodal Transport Operator" and "2025 Outstanding Multimodal Transport Service Case." It is the only port enterprise in South China to receive both distinctions.
From a once-barren fishing port to a world-class port, Yantian Port's rise has been shaped by generations of dedicated port professionals, working hand in hand with Dapeng Customs, whose enduring commitment to reform, innovation, and responsibility has been instrumental every step of the way.
On March 27, the Shenzhen and Hong Kong Maritime Industry Banquet 2026 jointly hosted by the Shenzhen Ports Association and the Hong Kong Container Terminal Operators Association, was successfully held in Hong Kong.
The Sino-Spanish Economic & Trade Communication Session was successfully held at YANTIAN on March 26, co-hosted by the Shenzhen Chamber of Industry and Commerce in Spain, San Telmo Business School, and YANTIAN.
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