航运界“达沃斯论坛”在沪连办五年 全球影响力逐年提升 北外滩国际航运论坛将发布重磅成果

Core Insights - Shanghai's container throughput reached 41.536 million TEUs in the first nine months of this year, with passenger throughput at Shanghai Airport exceeding 100 million, indicating better performance compared to the same period last year [1][2] - The 2025 North Bund International Shipping Forum will be held from October 19 to 21, focusing on "Collaborative Promotion of Global Shipping Sustainable Development" and featuring various sub-forums and activities [1] - The forum aims to enhance global shipping industry's digital transformation, smart upgrades, and green sustainable development, with participation from over 50 countries and regions [1] Shipping Industry Performance - Shanghai's container throughput solidified its hub status, with 6.004 million TEUs in international transshipment during the first nine months [2] - Shanghai Airport is set to operate regular flights to 48 countries and 291 cargo and passenger routes by 2024, with air cargo volume ranking second globally [2] - In the first nine months, Shanghai Airport recorded 627,900 flight takeoffs and landings, 100 million passengers, and 3.2869 million tons of cargo, showing year-on-year growth of 4.39%, 8.04%, and 6.72% respectively [2] - Shanghai Cruise Port welcomed 225 international cruise ships and 1.5141 million cruise passengers, marking a nearly 45% increase year-on-year [2] Soft Power Enhancements - Shanghai has established a multi-level, full-chain temporary arbitration system in maritime arbitration, filling a domestic gap [3] - The first foreign-related maritime temporary arbitration case in China was decided in Shanghai in August 2024, showcasing the city's growing arbitration capabilities [3] - The shipping financial and insurance sector saw the launch of the first international shipping index futures in China, with a daily trading volume exceeding $1.5 billion [3] - Shanghai Port is among the few globally capable of LNG and methanol ship-to-ship refueling, and the Shanghai International Shipping Carbon Footprint Labeling Association was established to focus on sustainable fuel certification [3] - The Yangshan Deepwater Port Phase IV fully automated terminal is operational, and the smart command center for Shanghai Port has been completed [3]