More than VND34.5 trillion (nearly $1.33 billion) is required to upgrade Quang Ninh’s seaports, according to a detailed development plan for Quang Ninh’s port land and water areas for the 2021-2030 period, with a vision to 2050, submitted by the Vietnam Maritime and Waterway Administration to the Ministry of Construction.

The plan aims to establish a solid foundation for the province to modernize and expand its seaport system, positioning it as a major maritime gateway in the North.

By 2030, Quang Ninh’s seaports are expected to have 27-30 wharves, comprising 54-60 berths, with a total length of 12,285 - 13,616 m (excluding additional port facilities). The total land use demand for this period is approximately 1,755 ha, while water surface is estimated at 115,136 ha.

The plan sets a cargo throughput target of 137.25 million to 157.3 million tons per year, including container cargo ranging from 650,000 to 930,000 TEUs. Additionally, passenger traffic is projected to reach 260,300 - 279,600 people annually.

Under Vietnam’s Seaport Development Plan (2021-2030), with a vision to 2050, Quang Ninh ports are classified as a Type I seaport, serving as a national general deep-water port among the country's 34 seaports.

Strategically positioned at the intersection of the Ha Long - Hai Phong, Ha Long - Van Don, and Van Don - Mong Cai expressways, and in close proximity to Van Don Airport, Quang Ninh’s seaport system benefits from strong inter-regional cargo transport connectivity, facilitating transshipment to other ports and border gates in the North.