London P&I Club opens first Chinese mainland office in Pudong

The London P&I Club marked a milestone on Oct 20 by opening a representative office in Shanghai's Pudong New Area.

China's first nautical chart service innovation alliance established in Shanghai

The Nautical Chart Service Innovation Alliance, China's first collaborative entity of its kind, was launched in Shanghai on Oct 20 during the 2025 North Bund Forum.

Shanghai charts a course for green and smart global shipping

The 2025 North Bund Forum opened in Shanghai on Oct 19, drawing participants from over 50 countries and regions to explore sustainable growth in global shipping and aviation.

Digital comprehensive bonded zone launched in Lin-gang Special Area

The zone marks a significant milestone in the digital and intelligent development of the Yangshan Free Trade Zone in Lin-gang.

Shanghai unveils plan to build world-class shipbuilding base on Changxing Island

The plan aims to develop global capabilities in high-end equipment manufacturing, core technology innovation, industrial chain, flagship factories, and a dynamic innovation ecosystem.

Global Maritime Service Hub in Lin-gang celebrates first anniversary

The hub integrates government affairs processing, corporate services, research into green shipping standards, and the promotion of digital shipping technology.

Shanghai shipyard delivers 600th vessel

On Aug 8, Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding delivered the "Grande Tianjin" car carrier to Italy's Grimaldi Group.

Blockchain-based network facilitates 1t yuan in shipping and trade

China's blockchain-based infrastructure for maritime trade has supported more than 300,000 enterprises in offshore commerce and commodity transactions.

China adopts global ID system in shipping to boost trade trust

In a major step toward modernizing global commerce, China has integrated the Legal Entity Identifier system into its blockchain-based shipping and trade network.

Shanghai retains position as world's third international shipping center

The gap between Shanghai and second-ranked London has narrowed from 0.38 point in 2021 to 0.01 point in 2025.