Yantian Port Makes History: Global's Largest LNG Megaship Docks!

Recently, Yantian Port, a crucial gateway for global trade, proudly welcomed the maiden voyage of the CMA CGM SENEGAL, the world's first  24,000 TEU liquefied natural gas (LNG) dual-fuel powered ultra-large container vessel. This significant event not only underscores Yantian Port's exceptional service capabilities but also solidifies its pivotal position within the global shipping network.

The CMA CGM SENEGAL, a maritime giant built by a Chinese shipyard for France's CMA CGM Group, is among the largest container ships worldwide. During its call at Yantian Port, it loaded over 6,000 TEUs of cargo before embarking on its trans-oceanic trade journey, sailing through Southeast Asia towards major European ports such as Le Havre, France, and Rotterdam, Netherlands. Notably, Yantian Port served as its sole stop in South China and its final port of call before departing China.

As the port with the most extensive network of European and American routes in South China, Yantian Port has accelerated its expansion, adding six new international routes in the first four months of 2025 alone. Today, Yantian Port's shipping network is a tightly woven web, spanning major global trade regions including Europe, America, and Asia, with nearly a hundred routes operating weekly. On average, four vessels depart daily for Europe and six for the United States, complemented by over 10 cross-border e-commerce sea express lines. This dense and diverse route network provides a wealth of logistics options for regional import and export enterprises, effectively meeting diverse transportation needs and further cementing Yantian Port's core status in South China's shipping landscape.

Concurrently, Yantian Port places a high priority on green port development. It leads the nation in shore power facility coverage and electricity supply. On May 5th, the "OOCL Portugal," another of the world's largest container ships, successfully completed shore power connection operations at Yantian Port, relying on shore-side power instead of its onboard generators. This achievement resulted in zero diesel consumption during its port stay, significantly reducing environmental pollution.

Leveraging its strong foundation of high route density and efficient vessel turnaround, coupled with its pioneering achievements in green energy applications, Yantian Port continues to strengthen its position as a preferred port for ultra-large vessels globally and a critical hub for "China's last mile of foreign trade export." This commitment propels the industry towards a more efficient, green, and sustainable future.

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