Traffic Assistants Report for Duty to Ensure Smooth Traffic during Terminal Operation Peak Season

On 10 June 2003, the first Traffic Assistant Brigade in the Special Economic Zone will report for duty.

YICT Receives New Quay Cranes and Gantry Cranes

Two new post-Panamax quay cranes and five Rubber-Tyred Gantry Cranes (RTGCs) were unloaded at Yantian International Container Terminals (YICT) on the morning of 3 June 2003.

Maersk Sealand Launches a New US-Eastcoast Service

On 18 May 2003, Maersk Sealand commenced its TP3 US-Eastcoast Service at YICT.

Shenzhen Customs and YICT to Expedite Customs Declaration

On 15 May 2003, Shenzhen Customs and Yantian International Container Terminals (YICT) signed a “Memorandum of Co-operation to Expedite Customs Declarations” (MOU) in regard to terminal supervision, imported empty container pre-declarations, international trans-shipments and related issues.

Heung-A Shipping Co-operates with YICT

On 15 May 2003, YICT welcomed the inaugural container vessel “Heung-A Nagoya” from its new partner, Heung-A Shipping.

"OOCL Shenzhen" Maiden Call at YICT

On 14 May 2003, "OOCL Shenzhen", the largest vessel of OOCL container fleet at 8,063 TEU, sailed into Yantian International Container Terminals (YICT) on her maiden voyage to Shenzhen, PRC.

Pingyan Railway Helps Develop Vast Inland Market

YICT Launches Brand New Gatehouse System

On 1 May 2003 Yantian International Container Terminals (YICT) will launch a new gatehouse management system featuring the Port Community Card (PCC).

YICT Updates New Initiatives Taken to Ensure Smooth Traffic around the Terminal

On 25 April 2003, Mr. Yu Peihong, Vice Captain of Yantian District Traffic Police Brigade, addressed the Communication Meeting between YICT and Trucking Companies.

HPH Extends Marine Cargo Security to Yantian Port with

[21 April 2003 – Hong Kong] – Hutchison Port Holdings (HPH), the world’s leading port operator and developer, has announced plans to extend marine cargo security to Yantian Port with Smart and Secure Tradelanes global security network.

YICT Completes On-Dock Warehouse Conversion

On 31 March, 2003, after six months of construction, YICT completed the process of converting on-dock warehouses into a container yard.

Construction of the Mingzhu Interchange Commences

On 1 April 2003, Shenzhen Yantian Port Group (YPG) and Yantian International Container Terminals (YICT) are pleased to announce the commencement of the construction of the Mingzhu Interchange.

COSCO and Yang Ming Jointly Launch US West Coast Service

On 20 March 2003, COSCO’s “Lausanne” made a maiden call at YICT to commence CPNW, a US West Coast service jointly operated by COSCO and Yang Ming.

Five Shipping Lines Jointly Launch a New Europe Service at YICT

On 19th February 2003, Hanjin’s “Hanjin Amsterdam” made an inaugural call at YICT to commence the CEX Europe Service operated by Hanjin, Senator, COSCO, “K”Line, and Yang Ming.

Maersk Sealand Launches New Middle-east Service

On 2 February 2003, Maersk Sealand’s vessel "Maersk Dammam" arrived at YICT, marking the commencement of the Middle-east service named TP5W.