Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-12-10 09:18Core Viewpoint - The news highlights the performance and strategic positioning of Liaoport Co., which is a major player in the port logistics sector in Northeast China, particularly in light of the recent developments in trade agreements and market expansions [2][3]. Company Overview - Liaoport Co., established on November 16, 2005, and listed on December 6, 2010, is located in Dalian Free Trade Zone and specializes in various port logistics services including oil products, container handling, automotive, bulk cargo, and passenger services [8][9]. - The company operates as a unified platform for port logistics in Dalian, leveraging its strategic location as a gateway to the Pacific and its comprehensive transportation network [3][9]. Business Operations - The main business segments include oil/liquid chemical products, container handling, automotive logistics, bulk cargo, grain handling, and passenger roll-on/roll-off services, with service revenue constituting 96.37% of total income [9]. - The company has a significant role in the development of the Northeast Asia International Shipping Center and the Liaoning Coastal Economic Belt [3]. Market Developments - The signing of the China-South Korea Free Trade Agreement is expected to significantly impact trade and investment in Dalian, enhancing Liaoport's operational capabilities [2]. - The company has added 10 new shipping routes in the year, focusing on integrating into national strategies such as the Belt and Road Initiative and the dual circulation economy, with a particular emphasis on Southeast Asia and the Russian Far East [4]. Financial Performance - For the period from January to September 2025, Liaoport reported a revenue of 8.426 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 5.99%, and a net profit of 1.3 billion yuan, which is a 37.51% increase compared to the previous year [9][10]. - The company has distributed a total of 5.342 billion yuan in dividends since its A-share listing, with 1.439 billion yuan in the last three years [10].