The Largest Port in South China: Guangzhou Port
Guangzhou Port
Guangzhou Port, located in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, is recognized as the largest comprehensive hub port in South China. This status has been affirmed by CCTV.com and was emphasized in their 2019 report.
- Investment and Development: Guangzhou Port’s significance is further highlighted by its planned investment of 7.472 billion RMB to construct the Nansha Port Area International General Terminal Project, solidifying its leading position in South China.
- Comparison with Shenzhen Port: Although Shenzhen Port boasts a high annual container throughput and ranks among China’s top ten ports, this does not alter Guangzhou Port’s status as the largest port in South China. While Shenzhen Port excels in container throughput, Guangzhou Port is more prominent as a comprehensive and primary hub port, thus maintaining its position as the largest port in the region.
- Historical Significance: Historical visions and practices have also supported Guangzhou Port’s core status in South China. Sun Yat-sen once envisioned the construction of a major southern port. Ports like Huizhou, Huangpu, and Zhanjiang in Guangdong have developed rapidly, far exceeding Sun Yat-sen’s original vision, with Guangzhou Port playing a key role in this development.
In summary, Guangzhou Port remains a vital and central hub in South China’s maritime network, both in terms of its current capabilities and its historical significance.