Core Viewpoint - COSCO Shipping International (Hong Kong) Limited reported a record half-year performance for the first half of 2025, with a 26% year-on-year increase in profit before tax to HKD 410.99 million [1] Financial Performance - The profit attributable to equity holders for the first half was HKD 487.22 million, with basic and diluted earnings per share of HKD 0.3324, also up 26% compared to the same period last year [1] - By business segment, the profit before tax for ship trading agency services increased by 124% to HKD 81.81 million [1] - The insurance consulting services segment saw a profit before tax rise of 11% to HKD 83.84 million [1] - The paint production and sales segment reported a profit before tax increase of 20% to HKD 204.14 million [1] - The ship equipment and spare parts supply segment experienced a slight decline of 5% in profit before tax to HKD 54.10 million [1] - The shipping service technology business incurred a loss before tax of HKD 12.90 million, as it remains in the initial investment and product development phase [1] Future Strategy - COSCO Shipping International aims to focus on the green, low-carbon, and digital transformation of shipping, emphasizing the development of a "Smart Ship Service Platform" and a "Marine New Energy Platform" [1] - The company is committed to becoming a technology-driven shipping service provider, promoting the digitalization of ship services and innovations in marine green energy [1]