In Hue City, Chan May Port is taking measures in terms of infrastructure, technology, and energy transformation with the view of becoming a modern, environmentally friendly seaport.
Foundation for green transformation
As the world maritime industry is moving toward reducing emissions and using clean energy, building green seaports is an inevitable requirement for countries with marine economy. In Vietnam, the Green Port Development Scheme has been piloted since 2023, and mandatory criteria are expected to come into operation after 2030. In line with that orientation, Hue City is, step by step, building Chan May into a modern, smart, and environmentally friendly seaport.
Being a gateway connecting Central Vietnam with the East-West Economic Corridor and holding a strategic location within the Chan May - Lang Co Economic Zone, Chan May Port plays an important role in logistics, import and export activities, maritime services, and international tourism in Central Vietnam.
In recent years, Chan May Port has been invested in to complete its infrastructure with three port berths. Berth 1 and Berth 2 are invested by the Chan May Port Joint Stock Company, while Berth 3 is operated by Hao Hung Hue One-Member Limited Liability Company. Presently, Vsico Ha Noi Maritime Joint Stock Company is accelerating the construction of infrastructure for Berth 4 and Berth 5, aiming at enhancing the handling capacity for the port in the coming time.
With a focus on modernization, Chan May Port Joint Stock Company has, step by step, introduced electric-powered handling equipment such as quay cranes and yard cranes, which help reduce fuel consumption and control CO₂ emissions (compared with diesel-powered equipment). At the same time, the company continues to research and apply energy-saving solutions, improving operational efficiency while reducing negative impacts on the environment.
The application of digital technology in management and operation is identified by Chan May Port Joint Stock Company as one of its essential solutions. Procedures for cargo management, vehicle scheduling, and electronic information exchange are being gradually implemented, helping shorten administrative procedures, increase operational productivity, and make more efficient use of resources.
According to Le Chi Phai, Deputy Director of Chan May Port Joint Stock Company, environmental protection at the port has always been given priority through the control of emission sources and the collection and treatment of waste generated by operational activities, vessels, and related services. Measures to reduce dust and noise, using energy-efficient equipment, improving landscape and increasing space for trees are also being implemented, aiming at building a port which is safe and environmentally friendly.
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| In the first six months of 2026, the cargo throughput at Berth 1 and Berth 2 reached 3.2 million tonnes, increasing by 12.2% compared to the same time last year, accounting for 61.5% of the annual target. During the same period, the company handled 337 vessel calls, including 281 cargo vessels, 16 container vessels, and 40 cruise ships, carrying a total of 100,006 passengers and crew members - an increase of 76,810 visits compared to the same period last year. The total revenue exceeded VND235.6 billion, increasing by 24.7% compared to the same time last year, reaching 67.1% of the annual target. The company contributed more than VND32 billion to the state budget, exceeding the target by 220.1%. |
Synchronized solutions
As said by Hoang Hong Giang, Deputy Director General of the Vietnam Maritime and Waterway Administration, at the 6th Regional Logistics Forum themed ‘Cross-Border Logistics’, held in Hue City in late 2025, developing a green port is not simply a matter of replacing several pieces of handling equipment. Rather, it is a process of transformation encompassing planning, infrastructure investment, operational organization, and management methods. In particular, the coordination between seaports and logistics systems, transport connections, and industrial parks plays an important role in improving the efficiency of the supply chain while reducing negative impacts on the environment during the entire process of goods transportation.
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As for Chan May Port, the green transformation process needs to be integrated into the overall development of the region and linked to the expansion of handling capacity, the completion of transport connectivity, the development of logistics services, and the ability of attracting businesses to participate in the supply chain. These are important factors enabling the port to enhance its competitiveness and meet the increasingly demanding requirements of domestic and international shipping lines and logistics companies.
According to the plan of the Chan May Port Joint Stock Company, in order to become a green seaport, the company continues to take such measures as using energy-efficient equipment, managing waste in accordance with regulations, controlling dust and wastewater generated during operation activities, expanding green spaces, and creating a safe and clean working place.
To accelerate the green transformation at Chan May Port, with the support of Hue City, the South Korean Energy Consulting Company is carrying out research into investment in a solar power system, an Alternative Maritime Power (AMP) system that supplies electricity from shore to vessels, an energy management system, and a carbon-emissions monitoring mechanism. These are solutions being studied and adopted by many big seaports around the world to reduce their dependence on fossil fuels, enhance energy efficiency, and reduce greenhouse-gas emissions. Researching and adopting these solutions is expected to lay the foundation for Chan May Port to gradually transform toward the green-port model in line with the sustainable development requirements of the maritime industry.
According to maritime experts, green transformation at seaports is a long-term process, requiring the participation of many stakeholders, including state management agencies, port operators, shipping lines, and logistics companies. In addition to resources for investment, completing the support mechanism, promoting technological applications, and raising awareness of sustainable development are crucial.
For Chan May Port, adopting new technological solutions, improving operational efficiency, and controlling impacts on the environment will contribute to building the reputation for a modern seaport capable of meeting the requirements of development in the new era.
According to Mr. Hoang Hai Minh, Member of the Standing Committee of Hue City Party Committee and Standing Vice Chairman of Hue City People’s Committee, Chan May Port has favorable conditions for improving its operational efficiency and moving step by step toward the green-port model, contributing, at the same time, to the aim of sustainable marine economic development of the city, in line with the international integration and emissions-reduction commitments of the country.
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According to Decision No. 1019/QĐ-BXD dated July 4, 2025, issued by the Ministry of Construction, approving the detailed planning for the development of the land and water areas of Hue City in 2021–2030, with a vision to 2050, Chan May Port is identified as one of the key ports of the country. The port is planned to comprise 7 port berths and 11 wharves, with a total length of 3,320 meters by 2030. It is expected to have an annual cargo-handling capacity of 8 - 10.7 million tonnes and serve 276,100 - 285,000 passengers per year. The port will be able to receive cargo vessels of up to 150,000 tonnes and international cruise ships with a gross tonnage of up to 225,000 GT.
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