Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-10-27 08:44Core Insights - The launch of the "Gemini" vessel carrying 300,000 tons of ore at Qingdao Port marks the official operation of the second 400,000-ton ore terminal, making Qingdao the first port in China with a 400,000-ton dry bulk smart terminal and the first in northern China to have dual 400,000-ton ore terminal configurations [1] Group 1 - The second 400,000-ton ore terminal at Qingdao Port commenced construction in December 2022 [1] - The new terminal includes one 300,000-ton iron ore berth designed to accommodate 400,000-ton bulk carriers [1] - The operational capacity of the new terminal will add 16 million tons per year and enhance storage capacity by 10 million tons, contributing to an annual throughput capacity exceeding 56 million tons for the dual 400,000-ton berths [1]