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China Unveils AI Tool to Revolutionize Port Operations

12/4/2025

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China is developing an AI tool for ports from a dataset the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) calls the largest port-operation data set.
Li Chao, deputy director of NDRC, says AI will aid port operations and autonomous driving.
The project integrates data from AI suppliers and port users for development.
World Shipping Council data show six of top-ten container ports were in China in 2024, including Shanghai and Shenzhen.

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Story summary

China is developing an AI tool for ports from a dataset the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) calls the largest port-operation data set.
Li Chao, deputy director of NDRC, says AI will aid port operations and autonomous driving.
The project integrates data from AI suppliers and port users for development.
World Shipping Council data show six of top-ten container ports were in China in 2024, including Shanghai and Shenzhen.