Yantai Port optimizes services to efficiently respond to passenger flow peak during National Day holiday.

During the National Day holiday, Yantai Port of Shandong Port saw a peak in ro-ro passenger transportation. As a key hub of the "Shandong-Liaoning Golden Waterway," Yantai Port handled a passenger volume of 109,000 and ro-ro vehicle volume of 26,000 in the first five days of the holiday, with 33,000 passengers on the first day alone. In recent days, Yantai Port has scientifically coordinated transportation capacity, continuously optimized convenient services, and made every effort to safeguard the journey of family reunions and self-driving tours across the sea. Amid the rolling waves of the Bohai Bay, it fully demonstrates the unique charm of a mobile China.

Precise Allocation of Transport Capacity to Efficiently Manage Passenger Flow Peaks

During the National Day holiday, Yantai Port had ample transport capacity, with 19 large passenger and cargo ro-ro ships smoothly handling the concentrated demand for family reunions, inter-province travel, and group trips. "Holiday travel during National Day tends to peak at the beginning and end, with a calmer mid-period," explained Zhang Shouqiang, a dispatcher at the Production Scheduling Center of the Passenger Transport Company. Leveraging real-time passenger and vehicle flow data, the port dynamically adjusted passenger and vehicle ferry ratios. Four dedicated transport ships for new energy vehicles ensured safer, faster sea crossings for such vehicles. In the first five days, Yantai Port saw a 39% year-on-year increase in new energy vehicle shipments.

Being on Duty During the National Day Holiday Is the Sincerest Commitment

As the largest passenger terminal in Bohai Bay, Yantai Port Passenger Terminal efficiently handled the concentrated arrival of passengers and vehicles while maintaining orderly operations on-site. Behind the smooth journeys are the silent efforts of the passenger transport staff. "We have staff stationed at convenient locations within the terminal, with personnel placed every three steps in crowded areas to assist passengers who encounter problems," explained Liu Ziyu, Deputy Manager of the terminal. The "Lei Feng Car" volunteer service was simultaneously carried out, with volunteers assisting elderly, young, sick, disabled, and pregnant passengers, making convenience services more detailed and practical.

Celebrating Nation and Family, Heartwarming Moments on the Journey

Although travel can be hurried, the festive warmth is evident throughout the port terminal. Each passenger station created a strong holiday atmosphere through National Day-themed decorations and the looping display of holiday posters. Activities such as celebrating the nation's anniversary and promoting travel safety knowledge were conducted one after another, filling the ferry waiting halls with joy and laughter. One traveler remarked, "The festive atmosphere at the port is great, and the entire process was smooth. Traveling with the family by boat makes the mood extra cheerful." These simple yet heartfelt words come together to form the most touching melody of the Golden Week.

As night falls, the docks are brightly lit. The long sound of ship whistles echoes across the sea as the fully loaded ro-ro ships set sail through the waves. One reunion story after another unfolds on the "Shandong-Liaoning Golden Waterway," sketching the most vibrant and beautiful silhouette of a mobile China.