Marine Economy Overview - The total marine economy in China is projected to exceed 10 trillion yuan in 2024, marking a 75.9% growth over the past decade, with emerging industries such as marine engineering equipment manufacturing and marine pharmaceuticals driving this growth [1][2] - The marine tertiary industry has become the main driving force behind the growth of the marine economy [1] Logistics and Transportation - The "Double Fast" logistics model has been successfully implemented, significantly reducing shipping time from Yiwu to Dubai from approximately 25 days to 17 days and lowering logistics costs by 18% [3][4] - The Ningbo-Zhoushan Port has established efficient intermodal transport routes, with over 1 million standard containers handled, making it the first domestic intermodal route to surpass this threshold [4] - The logistics improvements have led to reduced inventory pressure for Yiwu merchants, enhancing customer satisfaction and increasing repurchase rates [3][4] Aquaculture Innovations - The "Guoxin No. 1" is the world's first 100,000-ton smart aquaculture vessel, capable of producing 3,200 tons of fish annually, utilizing a unique "ship-borne cabin breeding" model [5][6] - The vessel is equipped with advanced monitoring systems, including over 2,000 sensors, allowing real-time tracking of environmental conditions and fish growth [6][7] - The introduction of this technology marks a new phase in the standardization of deep-sea aquaculture in China, with additional vessels planned for operation [7] Marine Tourism Development - Pingtan has enhanced its marine tourism offerings, introducing various water sports and experiences to attract visitors, with a focus on creating a "marine leisure sports supermarket" [8][9] - The region has seen a 15% increase in domestic tourist arrivals in the first five months of the year, with significant growth in tourism spending [10]