For the problem that the automatic storage yard layout of Khalifa port container terminal phase II in Abu Dhabi is limited by the small depth of land area,we make a comparative study of two kinds of layout option of automated storage yard.The parallel arrangement option has more storage capacity than the vertical option on the premise of the same layout at the terminal apron.Considering the capacity,level of automation,personnel investment,system commissioning period and handling equipment investment,the project is determined to adopt the parallel layout option of the automated storage yard.