Construction of the fifth phase of the Nansha port area at Guangzhou Port commences in Nansha district of Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province, on Friday. [Photo by Qiu Quanlin/chinadaily.com.cn]

With a total coastline length exceeding 3,800 meters, the project will be capable of accommodating the world's ultra-large container ships, fully supporting the needs of ocean-going mainline shipping and effectively enhancing the Greater Bay Area's port capabilities for international routes.

Additionally, it aims to further improve the inland waterway barge transportation system, facilitating seamless intermodal transport of ocean and river shipping, according to the port group.