YANTIAN is stepping up efforts to accelerate terminal operations and improve yard efficiency. With the guidance and support of port inspection and clearance authorities, we have continued to work closely with government authorities, shipping lines, and industry associations to address vessel schedule fluctuations caused by congestion at upstream ports coinciding with the traditional peak shipping season. Yard conditions have now stabilised, and terminal operations have returned to normal.

With yard density stabilising, YANTIAN has promptly adjusted its gate-in arrangements for laden export containers and increased the daily booking quota in line with actual yard operating conditions. These measures will help ensure that customers' cargo delivery needs are met while supporting the high-quality development of foreign trade. The details are as follows:

01 Revised Gate-in Arrangements and Increased Booking Quota

YANTIAN has always put customers first, responding to their needs and addressing their concerns. To better accommodate customers' cargo delivery requirements, the following adjustments took effect at 00:00 on October 16, 2026:
➡️Extended gate-in booking window: The booking window for laden export containers has been extended from ETB-7 (seven days before the vessel's estimated time of berthing) to ETB-10 (10 days before the vessel's estimated time of berthing).
➡️Increased daily booking quota: The daily booking quota for laden export containers has been raised from 11,000 to 13,000, an increase of approximately 18.2%.These measures will help ensure that cargo owners can deliver their export containers to YANTIAN in a timely and efficient manner.

02 Full Steam Ahead to Boost Efficiency and Keep Operations Running Smoothly

YANTIAN has added five remote-controlled quay cranes this year, including two to support the significant growth in feeder volumes between Shenzhen and Hong Kong. A further two remote-controlled quay cranes are planned. All terminal equipment, including quay cranes, RTGCs, and remote-controlled equipment, is operating at full capacity to maximise operational efficiency. Meanwhile, all A/B in-gate lanes are open. In close coordination with traffic police, YANTIAN is maintaining orderly traffic flow outside the terminal and facilitating the efficient movement of trucks in and out, keeping cargo handling operations running smoothly.

While meeting current operational needs, YANTIAN is also accelerating its long-term capacity expansion. Construction is progressing at full speed on Phase I of the East Port, an investment of more than CNY10 billion, with the facility targeted to enter service by the end of this year. Once operational, the project will further expand terminal capacity, enhance operational efficiency and provide stronger support for stable, seamless supply and industrial chains.

03 Real-Time Port Updates, Always at Your Fingertips

Customers can follow the WeChat official account of 156yt to access real-time updates on vessel schedules, booking quotas for laden export containers, and terminal operating conditions, enabling them to plan cargo deliveries accordingly.

YANTIAN will continue to closely monitor yard operations and truck traffic, regularly assess operating conditions and dynamically refine terminal operations and booking arrangements to keep the terminal running efficiently and smoothly. For enquiries, please call the terminal hotline at 0755-25180000.

Thank you to all our customers, truck drivers, and partners for your understanding and continued support.

YANTIAN will continue to work closely with all stakeholders, monitor yard operations and truck traffic, and continuously optimise terminal operations and booking arrangements to keep cargo moving and ensure smooth, efficient port operations.