Shanghai Overtakes London in Shipping Hub Rankings

Shanghai overtakes London in shipping hub rankings

Shanghai rose to second in the 2026 ISCDI, ending London’s six-year run as runner-up behind perennial leader Singapore.

Shanghai ranks second among global shipping centers

Shanghai has climbed to second place among the world's leading international shipping centers, according to the 2026 Xinhua-Baltic International Shipping Center Development Index (ISCDI) released on Friday.

Shanghai climbs to second place in latest Xinhua-Baltic International Shipping Centre Index as Singapore retains top spot

Shanghai climbs to second place in latest Xinhua-Baltic International Shipping Centre Index as Singapore retains top spot Shanghai has officially become the world’s second-most prominent shipping hub, according to the 2026 rankings in the Xinhua-Baltic International Shipping Centre Development Index (ISCDI) Report, published in collaboration between Baltic Exchange and Xinhua News Agency. This annual report, which is now in its 13th year, ranks …