The number of berths for nonproductive use in China is expected to grow steadily from 1.02 thousand in 2024 to 1.08 thousand by 2028. This forecast shows a gradual annual increase, with year-on-year growth of around 1% between 2024 and 2025, and a cumulative growth rate (CAGR) of about 1.4% from 2023 to 2028. As of 2023, the number of such berths stood at approximately 1.01 thousand, indicating a modest upward trend driven by urban development and infrastructural expansion plans.
Future trends to watch include the impact of maritime policy changes, economic factors influencing commercial port utilization, and technological advancements in port operations which could affect berth utilization rates and trends in the coming years.
