Recently, the 21st China International Maritime Technology Conference and Exhibition was grandly held in Shanghai. A delegation led by Deng Cihuo, Deputy General Manager of our company, and Lu Feng, Commercial Director, traveled to Shanghai for a two-day intensive visit and study tour. This exhibition visit aimed to gain firsthand insights into the latest trends in global maritime technology and acquire cutting-edge expertise for the company's future technological upgrades and strategic development.
As one of the most influential events in the global maritime sector, this exhibition brought together leading shipbuilding companies, equipment suppliers, design institutes, and research institutions from around the world. Our delegation focused on exploring core exhibition areas such as green ship technology, intelligent shipping systems, high-end marine equipment, and digital shipbuilding solutions. Through detailed examinations of physical systems and solutions, including ammonia/methanol-powered fuel systems, carbon capture technology, and Ship Energy Efficiency Management Systems (SEMS), the team gained a more intuitive and profound understanding of the technical implementation pathways under the emission reduction strategy of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). This has provided clear benchmarks for upgrading the environmental performance indicators of our company's ship designs currently under development.
In the field of intelligent ships, the delegation delved into demonstrations of advanced systems such as integrated navigation, smart engine rooms, and remote operation and maintenance. They also engaged in technical exchanges with several leading suppliers of automation and communication technologies. These technologies not only relate to the future operational models of ships but also pose new requirements for the digitalization and modularization of ship design and construction processes themselves. This has offered valuable insights for the company's efforts to optimize its production lines in line with "intelligent shipbuilding."
Additionally, the delegation closely observed innovative achievements in foundational areas such as new composite materials, advanced welding techniques, and high-efficiency propulsion systems. Through on-site exchanges with domestic and international peers and experts, we gained a clearer understanding of the gaps between our strengths and industry benchmarks. At the same time, we identified potential opportunities for differentiated development in specific niche markets.
"Learning from others can lead to one's own improvement." This visit and learning experience served not only as a technological feast that broadened our horizons but also as a profound opportunity for self-reflection. The global maritime industry is undergoing an unprecedented transformation toward green and intelligent development, presenting both challenges and opportunities. Haizhongzhou Shipbuilding will actively assimilate the insights gained from this exhibition, integrating the advanced concepts and technological trends observed with the company's actual conditions. We will accelerate the transformation of forward-looking thinking into concrete technological reserves and process improvement plans.
Looking ahead, Haizhongzhou Shipbuilding will continue to uphold an open and learning-oriented attitude, closely following industry technological trends. Through sustained technological innovation and refined construction craftsmanship, we will strengthen the foundation of our enterprise development. We are committed to building high-quality ships that better meet the future demands of our customers, sailing steadily and enduringly through the vast and dynamic blue voyage.
