Shipping is the driving force of the global economy, connecting people and societies through the uninterrupted transport of goods and raw materials. At the heart of the shipping industry are the world’s leading shipping hubs, which serve as strategic nodes for the management, financing, and development of shipping.
From historic ports with centuries of tradition to modern metropolises, these hubs largely determine the course of the industry and reflect the importance of shipping on the global stage. But what are the top shipping hubs?
According to the “Xinhua-Baltic International Shipping Centre Development Index Report 2025,” the ranking of the top shipping hubs is as follows:
This specific report ranks the world’s shipping hubs based on port activity, provision of shipping services, and the overall environment.
Source: Baltic Exchange
