Leveraging Port Advantages for Resource Aggregation, Industry Development, and Urban Growth

Capitalizing on the robust advantages of Tianjin Port, Tianjin is actively promoting the deep integration of ports, industries, and cities. Recently, the 2024 Tianjin International Shipping Industry Expo successfully concluded in Tianjin, meanwhile the 2024 China Maritime Week was successfully held in Tianjin Binhai New Area, showcasing the strong momentum of shipping industry development in Binhai New Area and also in Tianjin.

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2024 Tianjin International Shipping Industry Expo: July 10 - July 13

Themed “Shipping to the World & Navigating towards the Future - Facilitating Domestic and International Dual Circulation”, the expo aims to create a platform for international cooperation and exchange in the shipping industry.

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Key Projects Signing Event

The opening day saw a signing ceremony for 65 key projects with investment totaling nearly 40 billion yuan. Multiple high-quality projects with a total investment of 11 billion yuan have been settled in TEDA.

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Over the years, German enterprises have established a solid foundation for cooperation with Tianjin, especially with Tianjin Binhai New Area thanks to frequent economic and trade exchanges. He also mentioned that as a national-level pilot zone for reform and opening-up, Binhai is a national pilot zone for comprehensive reform, a national demonstration zone for independent innovation, and the first pilot Free Trade Zone in North China. Boasting Tianjin Port, the biggest comprehensive port in North China, Binhai is also the biggest advanced manufacturing base and the gateway of reform and opening-up in North China.

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TEDA companies, CIMC Wetrans Logistics Technology Co., Ltd., at the expo

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TEDA companies, BOMESC Offshore Engineering Co., Ltd., at the expo

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TEDA companies, Nangang Development Group Co., Ltd., at the expo

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2024 China Maritime Week: July 11

Under the theme “Smart Navigation Leading into Future,” the China Maritime Forum and Opening Ceremony of China Maritime Week 2024 were held. The activities, organized in Binhai New Area, included over 40 events spanning 5 categories: China Maritime Day Forum series, China Maritime Academic Annual Conference, Maritime Science Popularization Series, Exhibition Activities, and Public Maritime Cultural Activities.

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Green Shipping Finance Forum: July 10

Focused on the application and development of green finance in the shipping industry, exploring innovative paths and solutions for shipping finance.

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2024 China International Ship Technology and Safety Forum: July 11

Gathered experts to discuss the future of the shipping industry.

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Engineering Ship Forum: July 11

Held for the first time during China Maritime Day, this forum focused on engineering ships.

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Port and Shipping Enterprises Development Forum: July 12

Attended by over 200 guests, discussing “Smart New Ports and Shipping, Serving International Logistics Chains.”

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China Institute of Navigation Annual Conference

An essential academic activity of the 2024 China Maritime Week, featuring comprehensive academic exchanges with the latest research and practical experiences shared by experts.

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Maritime Science Popularization Series

These activities were engaging and fun.

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Exhibition of Maritime Science and Technology Education Achievements

Showcased innovations in shipping economy, engineering ship technology, and green ports.

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Public Maritime Cultural Activities

More than 10 activities during the event week significantly sparked public interest in marine conservation and maritime enthusiasm.