Shanghai has moved up two places to overtake Rotterdam as the world's second-leading maritime city, according to the Leading Maritime Cities 2026 report by Menon Economics and DNV.
The Chinese city ranked first in maritime technology, second in ports and logistics and third in shipping.
It was fourth in the overall ranking in the 2024 report.
The report points to Shanghai's position as the world's largest container port, its strong liner connectivity and sizeable shipbuilding industry.
It also has the highest number of maritime patents, reflecting its growing role in shipping technology.
The city's close links with China's manufacturing and industrial sectors have helped bring shipping, cargo, shipbuilding and technology development together.
Singapore retained the top spot, while London ranked third.
Rotterdam fell to fourth and Tokyo entered the top five in fifth place.
The report can be downloaded from here.
