Description

Qingdao Port International Co., Ltd. serves as the operator for the significant Port of Qingdao. Its extensive business operations are categorized into six key segments: Container Handling, Bulk Cargo Handling (which includes metal ores, coal, and other dry bulk goods), Liquid Bulk Handling, Logistics and Port Value-Added Services, Ancillary Port Services, and Financial Services. The company's core activities involve the loading and discharging of a diverse array of commodities, such as containers, metallic ores, coal, grains, various break bulk and liquid bulk materials, and general merchandise. Beyond these, it offers a comprehensive range of support services, including warehousing, port management, container freight station operations, integrated cargo logistics, agency services, towing, cargo tallying, and the construction of port facilities. It also manufactures specialized port equipment and provides essential supplies like electricity and fuel. Further services encompass engineering and construction, tugboat and barging operations, maritime tallying, security and emergency response, stevedoring, and even textile and apparel services. Its financial division delivers a broad spectrum of products, including deposit-taking, guarantees, insurance brokerage, investment and financial management, and corporate loans. Additionally, the company provides ship repair and agency, engineering design, technology services, property management, media services, lightering, oil pipeline transportation, and various inspection and check services. It is also involved in liquefied natural gas (LNG) operations. As of December 31, 2021, Qingdao Port International managed a total of 92 berths within the Port of Qingdao. The company was founded in 2013 and maintains its headquarters in Qingdao, People's Republic of China. It functions as a subsidiary under Shandong Qingdao Port Group Co., Ltd.