Leading Container Ports of the World

Maritime transport is the engine of global trade, with container ports playing a pivotal role in moving more than 80% of non-bulk merchandise. The container ports are undergoing rapid transformation driven by technological innovation, shifting trade patterns and increasing pressures to meet climate targets.

Building on our acclaimed Leading Maritime Cities series, the inaugural Leading Container Ports (LCP) report, published by DNV and Menon Economics, ranks the top 50 global container ports using a rigorous framework combining objective and subjective indicators across five critical pillars: Enablers, Connectivity & Customer Value, Productivity, Sustainability, and Overall Impact. The findings derive from external and proprietary data analysis and extensive stakeholder engagement through international surveys and interviews with port users.

Beyond global rankings, the report delivers in-depth regional benchmarking and examines best practices across policy, sustainability, digitalization, and infrastructure, highlighting the unique strengths and challenges faced by ports across diverse markets.

This publication serves as a strategic analysis and an inspiration for governments and port authorities globally, empowering them to drive sustainable growth and competitiveness for their port ecosystem.

Discover how ports are responding to geopolitical disruptions, embracing automation, and pioneering green initiatives to remain competitive and resilient.

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