China Releases Proposal for Green, Smart and Open Maritime Shipping

China stepping up efforts to make its vast shipping industry green

China releases proposal for green, smart and open maritime shipping

China released a new proposal emphasizing the importance of moving towards green, smart and open maritime shipping on Friday to mark the country's 20th National Maritime Day.

China Maritime Sector Adopts Cleaner Shipping and Port Operations - mfame.guru

China’s waterway cargo and port operations are rapidly shifting toward clean energy, with major hubs like Shanghai adopting green fuel and shore power infrastructure. The country has developed 52 automated terminals and nearly full digital navigation coverage along the Yangtze River, supporting efficient, low-emission logistics. Leading firms such as China Merchants Group are cutting emissions through vessel upgrades and clean-fuel adoption, wit…

China Classification Society joins LISW25 as an international partner

Zhao Yan, Chairman and President of CCS China Classification Society (CCS), one of the world’s leading classification organisations, has joined London International Shipping Week 2025 (LISW25) as an international partner, reaffirming its commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation in the global maritime industry. As an international partner, CCS will actively contribute to the week’s discussions on maritime digitalisation, decarbonisati…

China unveils vision for green and smart maritime future

To mark the 20th National Maritime Day, China unveiled a new proposal on Friday advocating for a shift toward greener, smarter, and more open maritime shipping. The initiative reflects the country’s growing emphasis on sustainable development within the maritime sector. According to the Ministry of Transport, China, as the world’s top goods trader and second-largest economy, relies on sea routes for about 95 percent of its trade. With global con…

China sets sights on greener, smarter, and more globally connected maritime future

Key reports and honors will also be released, including the 2024 China Shipping Development Report, a list of safe and trustworthy shipping companies, model maritime workers, and recipients of national maritime science and technology awards.