Abstract: The length of the classified riverbank resources along Suzhou reaches of the Changjiang River is figured out using remote sensing and geography information system. The exploitation condition of the riverbank resources along Suzhou reaches of the Changjiang River is evaluated through selecting indeces such as water depth, riverbank stability and water route width. The results indicate that although the ratio of the eminent riverbank resources is not very high， the exploitation condition of the riverbank resources along Suzhou reaches of the Changjiang River is very preponderant because of the centralized distribution of the eminent riverbank resources，the contiguity to towns，the good traffic condition and developed hinterland economy. The status of Suzhou Port among the lower Changjiang River Port Group is evaluated through calculating the port comprehensive strength index. Thus the function orientation and the developing way are confirmed——the assembled and assorted core port of Shanghai international Shipping Center， the international container main stem port of the Changjiang basin， the transferring port for staple bulk cargo and grocery of the middle and upper Changjiang River， and the assorted port of the fundamental industry strip along the Changjiang River. Then the strategies and suggestions on the exploitation of the riverbank resources and the development of Suzhou Port are put forward.

Key words: riverbank of the Changjiang River, evaluation of resources, development of port, Suzhou City