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- TrusTraceTrusTrace Launches New Platform to Turn Supply Chain Data Into Insight and ActionNew platform builds on TrusTrace's enterprise-proven data foundation, starting with Supply Chain Intelligence and automated program operations. — As sustainability and due diligence regulations multiply, global brands face a widening gap between the...
- Ceramics Vietnam & Stone Vietnam 2026 to Bring Together the Ceramics and Natural Stone Industries in HanoiHANOI, Vietnam, Aug 20, 2026 - Ceramics Vietnam & Stone Vietnam 2026 will take place from 2– 4 December 2026 at the International Center for Exhibition (I.C.E.) Hanoi, bringing together suppliers, manufacturers, buyers and industry professionals from across the ceramics and natural stone sectors. Organised by Messe München Singapore, the exhibition combines the former ASEAN Ceramics and ASEAN Stone events into a single platform covering the entire value chain—from mining and industrial minerals to manufacturing technologies, finished products, architectural surfaces and construction applications. The 2026 edition is expected to feature more than 350 exhibiting companies and brands, welcome over 5,000 trade visitors, and occupy approximately 6,000 square metres of exhibition space. The exhibition is supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE), the Vietnam Building Ceramic Association (VIBCA), as well as international industry organisations including ACIMAC, Confindustria Marmomacchine and CCPIT, together with government agencies, trade associations and national pavilions from several countries. "Vietnam is rapidly strengthening its position as one of Asia's leading manufacturing hubs," said Robert Schönberger, Global Industry Lead, Messe München. "Ceramics Vietnam & Stone Vietnam provides an international platform that connects technology providers with manufacturers, buyers and project decision-makers, supporting investment and long-term industry collaboration across Southeast Asia." Ceramics Vietnam - Co-organised with the Vietnam Building Ceramic Association (VIBCA), Ceramics Vietnam covers the full ceramics production chain, including raw materials, industrial minerals, manufacturing equipment, kiln technologies, automation and digital production solutions. The exhibition also showcases ceramic tiles, porcelain slabs, sanitaryware, tableware, refractories and advanced ceramics for industrial applications. Stone Vietnam - Powered by Confindustria Marmomacchine and co-organised with VNEES, Stone Vietnam focuses onnatural stone, engineered surfaces and processing technologies. Exhibits include quarrying equipment, stone processing machinery, diamond tools, engineered stone, quartz surfaces, terrazzo, marble, granite and other architectural materials for residential, commercial and infrastructure projects. Industry Participation The exhibition continues to attract manufacturers and suppliers from Europe, Asia and other international markets. Confirmed exhibitors include Imerys, MCS Portugal, Amberger Kaolinwerke, Grintec Magotteaux, Astral Material, Kemei, VITIS, Rock Team, HJMT, WA Kaolin, CCS, Gilfair, Corbario, Ashriya Granites, Gandhi Mining Group, Fortune Stones, Shyam Chemicals, Jupiter Rock Drills, Guangzhou Jingu Diamond Tools and Solen Tenth. National and international pavilions from Italy, Germany, China and India have also been confirmed. In addition to the exhibition, visitors can participate in a programme of technical conferences, business matching sessions, hosted buyer meetings and networking events designed to facilitate knowledge exchange and commercial partnerships throughout the region. Event at a Glance Event: Ceramics Vietnam & Stone Vietnam 2026 Dates: 2–4 December 2026 Venue: International Center for Exhibition (I.C.E.) Hanoi, Vietnam Exhibitors: 350+ companies and brands Visitors: 5,000+ trade professionals Exhibition Space: 6,000 sqm Supporting Programme: Conference, Business Matching, Hosted Buyer, VIP Programme, Quarry & Stone Pavilion, Surface Design Walk (ceramics and stone) For more information, visit https://aseanceramics.com/ ; https://aseanstone.com/ Interested in showcasing your product? Please send email to [email protected] / [email protected] About MMI Asia Pte Ltd Established in 1992, MMI Asia is the wholly owned subsidiary and the regional headquarters of Messe München GMBH (MMG) and is one of the world largest and leading exhibition organizers. MMI Asia’s portfolio of events include editions of world-leading trade fairs from Munich – transport logistic & air cargo, analytica, ceramitec; as well as industry-specific events such as Ceramics Vietnam & Stone Vietnam, and Singapore International Water Week. MMI Asia also provides consultancy in professional trade fair and conference management to government bodies, international trade and promotion organizations, and trade associations. For more information, please visit www.mmiasia.com. About Messe München As one of the world’s leading trade fair organizers, Messe München presents the world of tomorrow at its about 90 trade fairs worldwide. These include twe lve of the world’s leading trade fairs such as bauma, BAU, IFAT, electronica, and ISPO. Messe München’s portfolio comprises trade fairs for capital and consumer goods, as well as for new technologies. Together with its subsidiaries, it organizes trade fairs in China, India, Brazil, South Africa, Turkey, Singapore, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Thailand, and the U.S. With a network of more than 15 affiliated companies and almost 70 representations worldwide, Messe München is active in more than 130 countries. The more than 150 events held annually attract around 50,000 exhibitors and around three million visitors in Germany and abroad. Contact: Ceramics Vietnam & Stone Vietnam 2026 MMI Asia Pte Ltd Email: [email protected] Mobile (Whatsapp) : +65 8712 3652
- International Brotherhood of TeamstersAMAZON TEAMSTERS RALLY FOR DELIVERY PROTECTION ACTHundreds of Amazon Teamsters in Chicago will be joined by local elected officials and labor and civil society coalition allies for a rally on Tuesday, September 15. The workers will be...
- Toppoint Holdings Inc. Announces Anticipated Reincorporation from Nevada to DelawareToppoint Holdings Inc. (“Toppoint” or the “Company”) (NYSE American: TOPP), a truckload services and solutions provider focused on the recycling export supply chain, today announced that it expects to reincorporate from the State of Nevada to the State of Delaware (the “Reincorporation”) pursuant to a plan of conversion (the “Plan of Conversion”). The Plan of Conversion is described in more detail in the Company’s definitive proxy statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 10, 2026, as supplemented by the Company’s definitive additional materials filed on August 24, 2026 (collectively, the “Proxy Statement”).
- Focus Graphite Establishes C$2.0 Million Revolving Credit Facility with CIBC to Support Government-Funded Work Programs and Working CapitalCompanies: Canadian Imperial Bank of CommerceOTTAWA, ON, Sept 14, 2026 - Focus Graphite Inc. (TSXV: FMS) (OTCQB: FCSMF) (FSE: FKC0) ("Focus" or the "Company"), a Canadian developer of high-grade flake graphite deposits and advanced graphite materials for battery, defence and industrial applications, is pleased to announce that it has established a secured revolving line of credit facility of up to C$2.0 million (the "Facility") with Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce ("CIBC"). The Facility provides Focus with additional working-capital flexibility as the Company advances work programs supported by previously announced non-dilutive government funding agreements. In particular, the Facility is intended to help bridge the timing between Focus's payment of eligible project expenditures, the subsequent submission and review of claims under applicable contribution agreements, and the receipt of corresponding government contributions. Focus has secured more than C$15 million in previously announced non-dilutive federal funding to support development of its Lac Knife Graphite Project and downstream graphite-processing initiatives. This includes up to approximately C$14.1 million in non-repayable funding from Natural Resources Canada ("NRCan") under the Global Partnerships Initiative ("GPI"), announced December 8, 2025, and up to C$1,378,700 in non-repayable funding under NRCan's First and Last Mile Fund ("FLMF"), announced June 3, 2026. The GPI funding supports Focus's program to advance electrothermal purification of Canadian natural flake graphite and the development, piloting and demonstration of ultra-high-purity graphite production capabilities. The FLMF funding supports engineering, environmental, permitting, Indigenous engagement and feasibility activities associated with planned road and electrical infrastructure serving the Company's Lac Knife Graphite Project in Quebec. As these programs move further into active execution, Focus expects the scale and frequency of eligible expenditures to increase. The Facility is intended to provide liquidity during the period between the Company's payment of qualifying project costs and receipt of eligible government contributions, allowing capital to be recycled as reimbursements are received while maintaining continuity across funded work programs. All funding remains subject to the terms, eligible expenditure requirements and reimbursement procedures of the applicable contribution agreements. Importantly, no common shares, warrants or other securities of Focus were issued in connection with the Facility. The Company believes the addition of conventional bank financing provides greater flexibility to manage short-term working-capital requirements while reducing the need to access the equity markets solely to bridge reimbursement timing. Dean Hanisch, Chief Executive Officer of Focus Graphite, commented, "The scale of non-dilutive government funding Focus has secured creates an important opportunity to advance Lac Knife, related infrastructure and our downstream technology programs while preserving shareholder capital. Because these contribution programs generally require eligible expenditures to be incurred before reimbursement is received, this revolving facility gives us an efficient way to bridge that timing difference and maintain momentum across our funded work programs. Our intention is to use the Facility as a working-capital bridge, reduce borrowings as approved government contributions are received and recycle that availability into subsequent phases of work where appropriate. Adding conventional bank credit gives us greater financial flexibility without issuing equity or warrants and supports our broader objective of minimizing unnecessary shareholder dilution as we execute on these programs." CIBC Revolving Credit Facility Under the Facility, Focus has access to a revolving demand line of credit of up to C$2.0 million. Amounts drawn under the Facility bear interest at CIBC's Prime Rate plus 2.00% per annum. Principal amounts borrowed and subsequently repaid may be re-borrowed, providing Focus with flexibility to manage recurring working-capital requirements as its funded programs progress. Amounts outstanding under the Facility are repayable on demand. The Facility is secured by a first security interest over the present and after-acquired personal property of Focus Graphite Inc. and is supported by an unlimited guarantee from the Chairman of Focus Graphite. The Facility may be used for day-to-day cash flow requirements, including working capital associated with the timing of expenditures and reimbursements under the Company's government-supported programs, as well as for general corporate working-capital purposes. While the Facility is intended to reduce the Company's reliance on equity financing for these short-term requirements, it does not preclude Focus from accessing the equity markets or other sources of capital in the future where the Company determines such financing is appropriate to advance its broader development strategy. About Focus Graphite Advanced Materials Inc. Focus Graphite is building an integrated graphite platform to supply the industries shaping the future. Through the development of world-class graphite resources, advanced processing technologies and higher-value advanced materials, the Company is positioning itself to support battery, defence, advanced manufacturing and other strategic industries across North America and allied markets. The platform is anchored by the Company's two 100%-owned graphite assets in Quebec. Lac Knife is one of North America's highest-grade feasibility-stage graphite deposits, while Lac Tetepisca is one of the largest identified graphite resources globally. Together with strategic technology partnerships and government-supported innovation initiatives, these assets provide the foundation for a secure, scalable and increasingly integrated graphite supply chain. For more information on Focus Graphite Inc., please visit http://www.focusgraphite.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/focus-graphite/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/focusgraphite X: https://x.com/focusgraphite Investors Contact: Dean Hanisch CEO, Focus Graphite Inc. [email protected] +1 (613) 612-6060 Jason Latkowcer VP Corporate Development [email protected] Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking information. These statements relate to future events or future performance. The use of any of the words "could," "intend," "expect," "believe," "will," "projected," "estimated," and similar expressions, as well as statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are intended to identify forward-looking information and are based on the Company's current beliefs or assumptions as to the outcome and timing of such future events. In particular, this press release contains forward-looking information regarding, among other things, the Company's intended use of the C$2.0 million revolving credit facility with CIBC; the Company's ability to draw, repay and re-borrow amounts under the Facility in accordance with its terms; the use of the Facility to support working-capital requirements and to bridge the timing between the incurrence and payment of eligible project expenditures and the submission, review and receipt of corresponding government contributions; the anticipated timing, availability and receipt of reimbursements under previously announced funding agreements with Natural Resources Canada, including the Global Partnerships Initiative and First and Last Mile Fund; the Company's ability to satisfy applicable eligibility, reporting, reimbursement and other requirements under those funding agreements; the continued advancement and execution of work programs supported by such non-dilutive government funding, including activities related to the Lac Knife Graphite Project, associated infrastructure and the Company's downstream graphite purification initiatives; the Company's expectations regarding the scale and timing of expenditures under those programs; the potential for the Facility to provide additional financial and working-capital flexibility, maintain continuity across funded work programs and reduce the Company's need to access the equity markets solely to bridge reimbursement timing; the Company's ability to reduce borrowings as government contributions are received and to recycle availability under the Facility into subsequent phases of work where appropriate; and the Company's future capital requirements and ability to access equity financing, debt financing or other sources of capital where the Company determines such financing is appropriate to advance its broader development strategy. Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks related to market conditions, regulatory approvals, changes in economic conditions, the ability to raise sufficient funds on acceptable terms or at all, operational risks associated with mineral exploration and development, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's public disclosure documents available under its profile on SEDAR+. The forward-looking information contained in this release is made as of the date hereof, and the Company is not obligated to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws. Because of the risks, uncertainties, and assumptions contained herein, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
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- COSCO SHIPPING Ports Showcases at Hong Kong Green Week and ReThink HK, Sharing Practices in Low-Carbon Development and Nature-Based GovernanceCompanies: China COSCO ShippingCosco Shipping Holdings Co., Ltd.HONG KONG, Sept 14, 2026 - From 10 to 11 September 2026, COSCO SHIPPING Ports Limited (“COSCO SHIPPING Ports” or “CSP” or the “Company”, SEHK: 1199), the world’s leading ports logistics service provider, today announced took part in Hong Kong Green Week and the 7th edition of ReThink HK. The Company shared its practices and insights on low-carbon initiatives, smart port development and ecological conservation, centering on biodiversity governance and the green low-carbon transition of the shipping industry. Its continuous efforts in ESG have been recognised by the capital market, reflected in an upgrade of its Hang Seng Sustainability Rating to AA- for 2026. Hong Kong Green Week Seminar: Exploring Nature-related Disclosure and Biodiversity Risks On 10 September 2026, the seminar Nature-related Disclosure and Biodiversity Risk Assessment was held during Hong Kong Green Week. The event brought together investors, corporate representatives, policymakers and representatives from international organisations across China and globally for in-depth discussions on nature-related disclosure and biodiversity-risk topics. As a strategic partner, COSCO SHIPPING Ports was invited to present its nature-related assessment practices aligned with the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) framework and engage in exchanges with panellists on investor-engagement matters. Seminar on “Nature-related Disclosure and Biodiversity Risk Assessment” at Hong Kong Green Week Group Photo from the Seminar on “Nature-related Disclosure and Biodiversity Risk Assessment” at Hong Kong Green Week In her opening address, Ms. Venus Zhao, General Manager of Public Relations Department at COSCO SHIPPING Ports, introduced the Company’s sustainability framework GRAND (Governance, Resilience, Agility, Nature, Dynamic), where “Nature-minded Stewardship” stands as one of the core pillars. She outlined three key practical measures. First, the mitigation hierarchy of Avoidance, Mitigation, Compensation, Protection, is strictly applied to all new-build, reconstruction and expansion projects, accompanied by baseline biodiversity surveys and assessments. Second, TNFD-consistent nature-related assessments were launched in 2025 to systematically identify impacts, dependencies, risks and opportunities stemming from the Company’s operations and upstream-downstream value chains. Third, commitments are translated into tangible action through partnerships such as coral- and seagrass-habitat restoration with WWF-Hong Kong, as well as environmental-education programmes co-organised with Ocean Park Conservation Foundation Hong Kong. Ms. Venus Zhao, General Manager of Public Relations Department, COSCO SHIPPING Ports, Delivering a Speech The opening panel session “Nature-related Disclosure and Shareholder Engagement” featured representatives from CDP, Vontobel Asset Management, BlackRock, Fidelity International, HSBC Asset Management, and COSCO SHIPPING Ports in an open discussion. Ms. Venus Zhao shared that COSCO SHIPPING Ports has deployed the TNFD-recommended LEAP methodology to conduct nature-sensitivity assessments across its major global controlled assets. Results indicate that the vast majority of operating sites are not located in highly biodiversity-sensitive areas. The Company has also evaluated nature-related impacts, dependencies, risks and opportunities across its operations and value chains. For investor outreach, ongoing dialogue is maintained via annual roadshows and results briefings, complemented by one-on-one meetings with institutional investors to dive into technical details of methodologies and datasets for nature-risk and opportunity assessments. Several ESG-focused and sustainability-oriented institutional investors have invested in COSCO SHIPPING Ports. The TNFD-aligned work demonstrates the Company’s commitment to embedding nature considerations into decision-making and long-term value creation, strengthening operational resilience, managing risks and delivering lasting value. ReThink HK Panel Discussion: Jointly Advancing Green Shipping Transition On 11 September 2026, at the 7th ReThink-HK conference, representatives from COSCO SHIPPING Ports, Towngas Hong Kong, Caravel Group and SeaKapital joined the panel discussion titled Scaling Low- and Zero-Carbon Vessels and Green Fuels: Advancing a Net-Zero Fleet in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area. ReThink HK 2026 panel discussion “Scaling Low- and Zero-Carbon Vessels and Green Fuels: Advancing a Net-Zero Fleet in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area” Ms. Fan Li, Sustainability Manager of COSCO SHIPPING Ports, presented the Company’s ESG progress. Leveraging digital and smart technologies, the Company is driving electrification of terminal equipment and deploying renewable energy to cut operational energy consumption alongside Scope-1 and Scope-2 carbon emissions. It has also rolled out comprehensive Scope-3 carbon inventory work and developed diversified decarbonisation solutions for customers. All domestically-controlled terminals can provide shore-power supply; some of the domestic and oversea terminals are equipped for LNG tank-swap refueling services and biofuel bunking capability to support clients in carbon reduction. She referenced Hong Kong’s first green-methanol bunkering operation with simultaneous cargo handling completed in March this year for a methanol-dual-fuel container ship at COSCO-HIT Terminal. The milestone marks a key step for Hong Kong Port toward becoming a green-marine-fuel bunkering hub. Ms. Fan further noted that multiple central-government authorities have issued policy documents setting three strategic directions: accelerated diversified green-low-carbon transition in shipping fuels; improved technical-standard frameworks for green-smart vessels; and enhanced global competitiveness of China’s shipping industry across the full value chain. Against global shifts in shipping-energy systems, China is advancing a systemic shift from “following” to “leading” in the shipping sector. ReThink HK is Hong Kong’s flagship sustainable-business forum and solutions expo. It brings together enterprises, investment institutions, innovators, government bodies and non-governmental organisations to support stakeholders in delivering net-zero and ESG strategies and advance Hong Kong’s sustainable-transition journey. Hang Seng Sustainability Rating Upgraded to AA-; Named among HKQAA’s Top-220 Rated Stocks Recently, Hang Seng Indexes Company published its 2026 sustainability ratings for listed companies in Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland. COSCO SHIPPING Ports was recognised among the top-220 assessed stocks. Its rating was improved from A+ to AA-, and it remains a constituent of the Hang Seng Sustainability Corporate Benchmark Index. The upgrade signals capital-market recognition of the Company’s continuous ESG-management improvements, progress on green-low-carbon and smart-port construction, and enhanced sustainability-disclosure quality. The Company will keep embedding ESG principles into business operations to foster high-quality and sustainable development. Since 2014, Hang Seng Indexes Company has commissioned Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency (HKQAA), an independent professional assessor, to conduct annual reviews of listed companies’ sustainability performance. The rating serves as a robust measure of corporate ESG performance and a primary screening criterion for Hang Seng sustainability indices, delivering vital reference material for sustainable-investment decision-making by investors. Looking Ahead: Deepening ESG Governance to Drive Green Transition of the Shipping Value Chain Going forward, COSCO SHIPPING Ports will seize opportunities for green transformation and further strengthen sustainability management. Drawing on TNFD recommendations, it will steadily implement nature-related assessments, risk management and information disclosure. The Company will refine its energy and carbon emission management system, scale up smart green-port technologies and develop customised low-carbon service offerings for clients. Working hand-in-hand with industry partners, it will facilitate the green transition across the shipping value chain. Through more robust and resilient ESG governance, COSCO SHIPPING Ports will underpin its high-quality and sustainable corporate development. About COSCO SHIPPING Ports (https://ports.coscoshipping.com) COSCO SHIPPING Ports Limited (Stock Code: 1199) is a leading ports logistics service provider in the world and its terminals portfolio covers the five main port regions and the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River in China, Europe, the Mediterranean, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, South America and Africa, etc. As at 30 June 2026, COSCO SHIPPING Ports operated and managed 394 berths at 40 ports globally, of which 245 were for containers. Building on the brand philosophy of “The Ports for ALL”, COSCO SHIPPING Ports has established its corporate mission of “Connecting Different Worlds” and is committed to maintaining a customer-centric approach to continuously improve the service and capacity of its global network and enhance the strategic positioning of key node ports and optimise logistics resource distribution. Leveraging ports as a conduit to connect global shipping services and serve global trade, the Company is dedicated to establishing a platform for mutual benefits and shared successes for all stakeholders involved with a vision of becoming “the leading global port logistics service provider with a customer-oriented focus”.
- COSCO SHIPPING Ports Showcases at Hong Kong Green Week and ReThink HK, Sharing Practices in Low-Carbon Development and Nature-Based GovernanceCompanies: China COSCO ShippingCosco Shipping Holdings Co., Ltd.HONG KONG, Sept 14, 2026 - From 10 to 11 September 2026, COSCO SHIPPING Ports Limited (“COSCO SHIPPING Ports” or “CSP” or the “Company”, SEHK: 1199), the world’s leading ports logistics service provider, today announced took part in Hong Kong Green Week and the 7th edition of ReThink HK. The Company shared its practices and insights on low-carbon initiatives, smart port development and ecological conservation, centering on biodiversity governance and the green low-carbon transition of the shipping industry. Its continuous efforts in ESG have been recognised by the capital market, reflected in an upgrade of its Hang Seng Sustainability Rating to AA- for 2026. Hong Kong Green Week Seminar: Exploring Nature-related Disclosure and Biodiversity Risks On 10 September 2026, the seminar Nature-related Disclosure and Biodiversity Risk Assessment was held during Hong Kong Green Week. The event brought together investors, corporate representatives, policymakers and representatives from international organisations across China and globally for in-depth discussions on nature-related disclosure and biodiversity-risk topics. As a strategic partner, COSCO SHIPPING Ports was invited to present its nature-related assessment practices aligned with the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) framework and engage in exchanges with panellists on investor-engagement matters. Seminar on “Nature-related Disclosure and Biodiversity Risk Assessment” at Hong Kong Green Week Group Photo from the Seminar on “Nature-related Disclosure and Biodiversity Risk Assessment” at Hong Kong Green Week In her opening address, Ms. Venus Zhao, General Manager of Public Relations Department at COSCO SHIPPING Ports, introduced the Company’s sustainability framework GRAND (Governance, Resilience, Agility, Nature, Dynamic), where “Nature-minded Stewardship” stands as one of the core pillars. She outlined three key practical measures. First, the mitigation hierarchy of Avoidance, Mitigation, Compensation, Protection, is strictly applied to all new-build, reconstruction and expansion projects, accompanied by baseline biodiversity surveys and assessments. Second, TNFD-consistent nature-related assessments were launched in 2025 to systematically identify impacts, dependencies, risks and opportunities stemming from the Company’s operations and upstream-downstream value chains. Third, commitments are translated into tangible action through partnerships such as coral- and seagrass-habitat restoration with WWF-Hong Kong, as well as environmental-education programmes co-organised with Ocean Park Conservation Foundation Hong Kong. Ms. Venus Zhao, General Manager of Public Relations Department, COSCO SHIPPING Ports, Delivering a Speech The opening panel session “Nature-related Disclosure and Shareholder Engagement” featured representatives from CDP, Vontobel Asset Management, BlackRock, Fidelity International, HSBC Asset Management, and COSCO SHIPPING Ports in an open discussion. Ms. Venus Zhao shared that COSCO SHIPPING Ports has deployed the TNFD-recommended LEAP methodology to conduct nature-sensitivity assessments across its major global controlled assets. Results indicate that the vast majority of operating sites are not located in highly biodiversity-sensitive areas. The Company has also evaluated nature-related impacts, dependencies, risks and opportunities across its operations and value chains. For investor outreach, ongoing dialogue is maintained via annual roadshows and results briefings, complemented by one-on-one meetings with institutional investors to dive into technical details of methodologies and datasets for nature-risk and opportunity assessments. Several ESG-focused and sustainability-oriented institutional investors have invested in COSCO SHIPPING Ports. The TNFD-aligned work demonstrates the Company’s commitment to embedding nature considerations into decision-making and long-term value creation, strengthening operational resilience, managing risks and delivering lasting value. ReThink HK Panel Discussion: Jointly Advancing Green Shipping Transition On 11 September 2026, at the 7th ReThink-HK conference, representatives from COSCO SHIPPING Ports, Towngas Hong Kong, Caravel Group and SeaKapital joined the panel discussion titled Scaling Low- and Zero-Carbon Vessels and Green Fuels: Advancing a Net-Zero Fleet in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area. ReThink HK 2026 panel discussion “Scaling Low- and Zero-Carbon Vessels and Green Fuels: Advancing a Net-Zero Fleet in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area” Ms. Fan Li, Sustainability Manager of COSCO SHIPPING Ports, presented the Company’s ESG progress. Leveraging digital and smart technologies, the Company is driving electrification of terminal equipment and deploying renewable energy to cut operational energy consumption alongside Scope-1 and Scope-2 carbon emissions. It has also rolled out comprehensive Scope-3 carbon inventory work and developed diversified decarbonisation solutions for customers. All domestically-controlled terminals can provide shore-power supply; some of the domestic and oversea terminals are equipped for LNG tank-swap refueling services and biofuel bunking capability to support clients in carbon reduction. She referenced Hong Kong’s first green-methanol bunkering operation with simultaneous cargo handling completed in March this year for a methanol-dual-fuel container ship at COSCO-HIT Terminal. The milestone marks a key step for Hong Kong Port toward becoming a green-marine-fuel bunkering hub. Ms. Fan further noted that multiple central-government authorities have issued policy documents setting three strategic directions: accelerated diversified green-low-carbon transition in shipping fuels; improved technical-standard frameworks for green-smart vessels; and enhanced global competitiveness of China’s shipping industry across the full value chain. Against global shifts in shipping-energy systems, China is advancing a systemic shift from “following” to “leading” in the shipping sector. ReThink HK is Hong Kong’s flagship sustainable-business forum and solutions expo. It brings together enterprises, investment institutions, innovators, government bodies and non-governmental organisations to support stakeholders in delivering net-zero and ESG strategies and advance Hong Kong’s sustainable-transition journey. Hang Seng Sustainability Rating Upgraded to AA-; Named among HKQAA’s Top-220 Rated Stocks Recently, Hang Seng Indexes Company published its 2026 sustainability ratings for listed companies in Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland. COSCO SHIPPING Ports was recognised among the top-220 assessed stocks. Its rating was improved from A+ to AA-, and it remains a constituent of the Hang Seng Sustainability Corporate Benchmark Index. The upgrade signals capital-market recognition of the Company’s continuous ESG-management improvements, progress on green-low-carbon and smart-port construction, and enhanced sustainability-disclosure quality. The Company will keep embedding ESG principles into business operations to foster high-quality and sustainable development. Since 2014, Hang Seng Indexes Company has commissioned Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency (HKQAA), an independent professional assessor, to conduct annual reviews of listed companies’ sustainability performance. The rating serves as a robust measure of corporate ESG performance and a primary screening criterion for Hang Seng sustainability indices, delivering vital reference material for sustainable-investment decision-making by investors. Looking Ahead: Deepening ESG Governance to Drive Green Transition of the Shipping Value Chain Going forward, COSCO SHIPPING Ports will seize opportunities for green transformation and further strengthen sustainability management. Drawing on TNFD recommendations, it will steadily implement nature-related assessments, risk management and information disclosure. The Company will refine its energy and carbon emission management system, scale up smart green-port technologies and develop customised low-carbon service offerings for clients. Working hand-in-hand with industry partners, it will facilitate the green transition across the shipping value chain. Through more robust and resilient ESG governance, COSCO SHIPPING Ports will underpin its high-quality and sustainable corporate development. About COSCO SHIPPING Ports (https://ports.coscoshipping.com) COSCO SHIPPING Ports Limited (Stock Code: 1199) is a leading ports logistics service provider in the world and its terminals portfolio covers the five main port regions and the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River in China, Europe, the Mediterranean, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, South America and Africa, etc. As at 30 June 2026, COSCO SHIPPING Ports operated and managed 394 berths at 40 ports globally, of which 245 were for containers. Building on the brand philosophy of “The Ports for ALL”, COSCO SHIPPING Ports has established its corporate mission of “Connecting Different Worlds” and is committed to maintaining a customer-centric approach to continuously improve the service and capacity of its global network and enhance the strategic positioning of key node ports and optimise logistics resource distribution. Leveraging ports as a conduit to connect global shipping services and serve global trade, the Company is dedicated to establishing a platform for mutual benefits and shared successes for all stakeholders involved with a vision of becoming “the leading global port logistics service provider with a customer-oriented focus”.
- Global TimesGlobal Times: Silk Road Maritime shipping routes span 153 ports, boosting global trade prosperity amid uncertaintyAcross the rippling Baltic waters, a cargo vessel loaded with Chinese goods glides steadily into Poland's Gdansk Port, docking at Europe's largest deep-water container terminal. For decades, the port has served as a critical hub for trade moving...
- International Brotherhood of TeamstersBIMBO BAKERIES TEAMSTERS OVERWHELMINGLY RATIFY CONTRACTOver 200 Workers in New England Avert Strike, Win Strong Contract — Members of Teamsters Local 170 and Local 633 at Bimbo Bakeries have ratified a new agreement by an overwhelming 90 percent. Earlier this month, the sales and warehouse workers...