Over 3,000 new energy vehicles are loaded onto ships one after another. [Photo/Xiamen Port]
The "ro-ro" (roll-on/roll-off) Viking Mediterranean departed from Xiamen Port on May 5, carrying over 3,000 Chinese-made new energy vehicles (NEVs) bound for the Port of Vitoria in Brazil. With rising export volumes, a more diverse model lineup, and upgraded services, Xiamen is becoming a key gateway for Chinese automobiles entering global markets.
Between January and April, Xiamen Port exported 9,653 vehicles via ro-ro vessels, up 58.64 percent year on year. This growth reflects the port's expanding role as a regional hub, supported by multiple terminals, storage for over 10,000 vehicles, and well-established ro-ro and general cargo services.
Over the past two years, Xiamen Port has expanded its vehicle export market to cover Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia. Its exports now include new energy passenger cars, high-end buses, and construction machinery.
In March alone, 115 customized local buses were shipped to Saudi Arabia, and 128 units of construction machinery to Indonesia. Xiamen Port is fast becoming a hub linking Chinese vehicle exports to diverse global needs.
To handle more cars and more vehicle types, Xiamen Port has upgraded its services. Maritime authorities, terminals, shipping agents, and cargo owners now work as a team, with a customized plan for each vessel to avoid delays. Thanks to free trade zone policies, ship approvals are granted instantly — vessels can dock, load, and depart quickly. Smart systems help the port remain both efficient and safe.