- Over 440 Firms Join Tianjin’s Largest-Ever International Shipping Expo.
- Tianjin Port Highlights Growth as Global Shipping Leaders Gather.
- China’s Maritime Ambitions on Display at Tianjin Shipping Industry Expo.
The third Tianjin International Shipping Industry Expo (TISIE) opened on Thursday in Tianjin Municipality, located in northern China. The event has attracted over 440 companies from around the world, showcasing the global interest in the shipping industry, reports PR Newswire.
Expo Highlights Global Shipping Trends and Achievements
The expo shines a spotlight on global shipping trends and achievements under the theme “Shipping to the World and Navigating towards the Future, Embracing New Opportunities for Openness and Cooperation.” Its goal is to highlight China’s advancements in shipping while delving into worldwide industry trends. This event is all about the entire shipping industry chain, with aspirations to become the largest and most influential shipping event and collaboration platform, not just in China, but beyond.
Expansive Venue and Diverse Activities
Taking place until June 14, the expo covers an impressive 50,000 square meters and features nine major exhibition areas that touch on topics like:
- International ports
- Green and smart shipping
- Shipping industry chains
With over 20 professional activities lined up, attendees can look forward to showcasing shipping innovations and development models from various angles.
Global Collaboration and Industry Insights
During the opening ceremony, representatives from top ports, industries, and research institutions, both from China and around the globe, shared valuable insights into the latest trends in global port and shipping development.
Key Reports and Guidelines Unveiled
The opening ceremony also saw the release of several significant industry publications and guidelines, including:
- The Blue Book on the Development of Tianjin International Shipping Centre by China Economic Information Service (CEIS)
- Port Economic Development Report of Chinese Seaport Cities by the Transport Planning and Research Institute, Ministry of Transport
- ESG Evaluation Guidelines for international shipping and logistics enterprises
Tianjin Port Achievements Spotlighted
Tianjin Port’s operation reached its historical high level in 2024, with container throughput rising to eighth in the world and sea-rail intermodal transportation ranking third among coastal ports in China, and its land-sea connectivity and global radiation capabilities have been significantly improved, said Cao Wenzhong, president of CEIS.
According to the 2024 Xinhua-Baltic International Shipping Center Development Index, Tianjin’s shipping service industry has gradually taken shape, with prominent advantages in shipping finance, Cao noted, adding that the practical exploration of the port-industry-city integration in Tianjin has great demonstration value, and the port economy has risen to become the “golden engine” for high-quality regional development.
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Source: PR Newswire
