Core Insights - The article discusses the development of the inland port economy in Henan Province, emphasizing the release of the "Henan Province Port Industry Development Plan (2025-2035)" which aims to enhance the region's economic growth through a structured approach to port industry development [2][3] Group 1: Development Goals - The plan sets dual-phase development goals with key milestones in 2030 and 2035, targeting an industry scale exceeding 1 trillion yuan by 2030 and 2 trillion yuan by 2035, along with the establishment of over 15 major port industry clusters [2][6] - By 2030, the plan aims to create more than 9 port industry clusters each worth over 100 billion yuan and develop 10 or more "shipping enterprises" [2][6] Group 2: Key Port Areas - The plan identifies three core areas for port industry development: Zhoukou, Xinyang, and Zhengzhou, with Zhoukou being the largest inland port in Henan, projected to handle over 87% of the province's cargo throughput by 2024 [4][5] - Xinyang is positioned as a strategic hub for connecting the central plains with the Yangtze River Delta, with a reported cargo throughput of 1.2708 million tons as of April 21 this year, marking a year-on-year increase of 152.49% [4][5] Group 3: Infrastructure and Logistics - The plan emphasizes the need for a robust infrastructure to support the port economy, proposing the implementation of a "2+8" layered port system and a comprehensive waterway network [5][6] - It aims to enhance interconnectivity between Zhoukou and Zhengzhou ports, establishing a multi-modal transport system to facilitate efficient logistics [5][6] Group 4: Industry Focus - The plan outlines a focus on developing five major economic belts along rivers, with a primary emphasis on port logistics, advanced manufacturing, and service industries [6] - It aims to cultivate a diverse industrial ecosystem, including logistics for bulk commodities, container transport, and cold chain logistics, alongside six major manufacturing sectors such as advanced equipment and new materials [6]