Core Insights - The article highlights the significant role of ports in global trade and the advancements made by Shandong Port in enhancing its logistics and supply chain capabilities [1][2][3] Group 1: Port Performance and Innovations - In the first half of the year, Shandong Port achieved a cargo throughput of over 950 million tons, a year-on-year increase of 4%, and a container volume of nearly 24 million TEUs, up 7.9% [1] - The introduction of a new waterway for iron ore transport has reduced logistics costs for companies by approximately 10% [1] - Shandong Port has integrated services across "port + finance + shipping + trade + logistics + overseas," launching 80 logistics business models and obtaining 15 types of financial licenses [2] Group 2: New Logistics Channels - The opening of the 106th sea-rail intermodal train from Chengdu marks a new logistics channel for products from the Sichuan-Chongqing region [2] - Shandong Port has established six major international logistics corridors, enhancing trade connections with over 180 countries and regions [3] Group 3: Environmental and Technological Advancements - Shandong Port has built the first "zero-carbon port" in the country and the first green hydrogen production and storage station at a port [3] - The port has developed various technological innovations, including the A-TOS system, which has set world records for container terminal efficiency [4] - Plans for digital transformation and innovation in the port sector are outlined in the "2025 Ten Major Technological Innovation Directions" [4][5]