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March 7, 2004
One Hour Saved for Vessels Berthing at Yantian

On 27 February 2004, 11 more shipping lines signed a "Vessel Pre-inspection Agreement" with Yantian Frontier Inspection. All international line-haul vessels are now permitted to implement pre-inspection procedures.

March 7, 2004
Shipping Services Updated in February 2004

On 27 February 2004, YICT welcomed CSCL's container vessel "CSCL Felixstowe", marking the commencement of its second Asia Europe Express (AEX2).

December 15, 2003
Mingzhu Interchange Opened

With a joint investment of RMB 240 million from Yantian Port Group (YPG) and Yantian International Container Terminals (YICT), the Mingzhu Interchange opened to traffic on Friday, 12 December 2003.

December 1, 2003
Shipping Service Update in November 2003

On 17 November 2003, KMTC launched its third Asian service, Japan/China/Thailand (JCT). The addition of the JCT service brings the number of Asian services calling at YICT to eight .

November 26, 2003
Second Berth of Phase III Operational

On 26 November 2003, the second berth of YICT's Phase III entered use, following the launch of the first berth of YICT's Phase III in mid-October.

November 14, 2003
Fifth Delivery of Phase III Equipment

On 14 November 2003, YICT received two new quay cranes. To date, a total of 27 RTGCs and seven quay cranes have arrived at YICT.

November 1, 2003
YICT Completes SST Testing Enhancing Security of US-destined Marine Cargo

On 31 October 2003, the first batch of "smart and secure" containers entered Yantian International Container Terminals (YICT) after having passed inspection procedures.

October 17, 2003
"Interactive Voice Response System" Operational

On 17 October 2003, YICT launched the Interactive Voice Response System (IVRS). Truck drivers can now check information regarding typhoons, gatehouse services and container pickup by calling (86-755) 25180000 one hour before arrival.

October 16, 2003
New Berth Brings New Opportunities

On 16 October 2003, COSCO's container vessel "Lausanne" successfully called at the first berth of the Phase III Project at YICT.

October 6, 2003
YICT Honoured as "Shenzhen Major Law-abiding Taxpayer"

On 26 September 2003, YICT received the fifth annual "Shenzhen Major Law-abiding Taxpayer" award from the People's Government of Shenzhen Municipality, after a strict screening process by the city's selection committee.

September 29, 2003
YICT Receives an Award in "100 Star Enterprises of Overseas Chinese in China,2000-2002"

On the morning of 29 September 2003, Yantian International Container Terminals (YICT) was recognised as fifth of the "100 Star Enterprises of Overseas Chinese in China, 2000-2002" at the People's Great Hall in Beijing.

September 26, 2003
Fourth Delivery of Phase III Equipment

On 27 September 2003, YICT received two quay cranes and five Rubber-Tyred Gantry Cranes (RTGCs) following the third delivery of equipment on 17 September.

September 25, 2003
Dapeng Customs Committed to Ensuring Smooth Operations of Phase III's First Berth

On 24 September 2003, Mr. Tang Longjun, Director of Dapeng Customs, chaired an on-site meeting at YICT.

September 25, 2003
Yantian Inspection Frontier Meeting to Ensure the Operation of Phase III's First Berth

On 19 September 2003, an on-site meeting was held among Yantian Frontier Inspection, Yantian Port Group and YICT to prepare for commencement of Phase III's first berth.

September 24, 2003
China Shipping Launches New US Service AAC

On 24 September 2003, China Shipping commenced its Asia America Central Service (AAC) at YICT.