# Port transshipment

*Last updated: 2026-06-12*

> Port transshipment is the movement of containerized or breakbulk cargo from one vessel directly to another within the harbour, without the cargo leaving the seaport environment or ocean network.

Port transshipment is the movement of containerized or breakbulk cargo from one vessel directly to another within the harbour, without the cargo leaving the seaport environment or ocean network. This operation is core to hub logistics and is typically performed for route optimization: cargo is transferred from a feeder ship to a mother vessel (large deep-sea carrier) or between liner services. Port transshipment differs from inland distribution by keeping cargo waterborne and maintaining its maritime documentation status throughout the transfer.

**Source:** [https://www.britannica.com/topic/transshipment](https://www.britannica.com/topic/transshipment)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Port transshipment |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 80 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-12 |
| Source | https://www.britannica.com/topic/transshipment |

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