YQN Logistics Featured in CCTV Report on Shanghai Port and China’s Foreign Trade Growth

CCTV highlights YQN Logistics’ business growth, rising SME demand, and outlook for the fourth-quarter ocean freight market.

YQN Logistics was recently featured in a report by China Central Television (CCTV) examining Shanghai Port’s continued global leadership and the evolving dynamics of China’s foreign trade.

The report highlighted YQN’s growth in ocean freight volumes, the increasing contribution of small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) customers, and the company’s outlook for the upcoming peak shipping season.

Growing Beyond Traditional Customer Segments

As China’s foreign trade continues to expand and diversify, YQN is seeing changes in its customer base and shipment mix.

In the report, Lin Yi, a business executive at YQN Logistics, noted that the share of customers with smaller shipment volumes has increased significantly this year. Their contribution to the company’s overall business rose from 23% to 32%.

This shift reflects the growing number of SMEs entering international markets and the wider range of products being shipped overseas. It also highlights the evolving logistics needs of businesses of different sizes as they expand their global reach.

Ocean Freight Volumes Continue to Grow

YQN handled 480,000 TEUs of ocean freight in the first three quarters of the year, representing a 10% increase compared with the same period last year.

Looking ahead, the company expects shipment volumes to rise further in the fourth quarter, traditionally a peak season for Chinese exports. Demand associated with major retail events, including Black Friday in the United States, is expected to provide additional momentum.

Based on current expectations, YQN projects that its full-year ocean freight volume could approach 700,000 TEUs.

As seasonal demand builds, early booking, capacity planning, and close coordination across the supply chain will remain important for businesses shipping internationally.

Shanghai’s Global Trade Leadership Creates New Opportunities

YQN’s growth comes amid continued expansion in Shanghai’s international trade. According to the CCTV report, Shanghai Port handled 5.135 million TEUs in September, up 6.2% year on year and setting a new monthly record.

Meanwhile, Shanghai’s total imports and exports reached RMB 3.44 trillion in the first eight months of the year, an increase of 17.1%. Trade in AI-related products, including transformers and energy storage batteries, recorded particularly strong growth, reflecting the changing composition of China’s foreign trade.

These developments point to growing opportunities for logistics providers as more businesses, product categories, and industries connect with global markets.

Helping Businesses Move Forward Globally

As an international logistics provider, YQN Logistics supports businesses with ocean freight, air freight, rail transportation, trucking, customs clearance, warehousing, and destination services.

The company’s continued growth reflects the expanding demand for international shipping solutions among both established exporters and emerging businesses. By combining carrier partnerships, a global logistics network, and digital capabilities, YQN aims to help customers manage their shipments and navigate increasingly diverse supply chain requirements.

Planning your next shipment from China? Contact our experts at inquiry@yqn.com to explore solutions for your global shipping needs.

Source: CCTV News report on Shanghai Port and China’s foreign trade. Business figures and projections are based on statements featured in the report.