Core Viewpoint - The Hainan Free Trade Port has seen a significant increase in the number of large vessels navigating through its waters, indicating a growing international shipping hub since its closure on December 18, 2025 [1][3]. Group 1: Port Operations and Growth - The Yangpu Port has experienced a two to three-fold increase in the weekly navigation of large vessels since the Hainan Free Trade Port's closure [1]. - The port has facilitated the navigation of over 460 foreign and domestic vessels, with a nearly 20% year-on-year increase in large vessel traffic, including 26 ultra-large container ships and LNG carriers [3][4]. - The Yangpu International Container Hub Port has expanded its dock length from less than 1,000 meters to 1,970 meters, increasing its annual throughput capacity to 5 million TEUs, accommodating the world's largest container ships [3][4]. Group 2: Shipping Network and Economic Impact - By 2025, Yangpu Port plans to open new shipping routes to India, the West Coast of the U.S., the East Coast of the U.S., and South America, establishing a comprehensive shipping network [4]. - The port has launched 65 container shipping routes, with a projected 65% year-on-year increase in container throughput, ranking first among major ports in China [4]. - The annual throughput of the Yangpu International Container Terminal has surpassed 3 million TEUs, marking a historical high and handling over 70% of the island's import cargo volume [4]. Group 3: Policy and Incentives - The establishment of the "China Yangpu Port" ship registration system offers tax incentives such as zero tariffs on imported vessels and export tax rebates for domestically built ships, attracting global shipping elements [6]. - Since the closure of the Hainan Free Trade Port, 7 vessels have registered under the "China Yangpu Port," with a total of 83 vessels currently registered, maintaining the leading position among free trade zones in China [6]. - The open policies post-closure are expected to attract more international goods through Yangpu Port, enhancing its role as a key transit hub [6].
海南封关满月看变化:“中国洋浦港”加速链接全球
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2026-01-17 03:08