On 26 August 2023, Qingdao Port International Co., Ltd. will launch the upgraded Qingdao-Port. Net 2.0 Port Supply Chain Integrated Service Platform ("Qingdao-Port. Net 2.0 Platform") with the website of https://www.qingdao-port.net/at the "2023 Qingdao Yellow River Basin Land-Sea Linkage High-Quality Development Seminar".

As the core external service window of the Company, Qingdao-Port. Net 2.0 Platform integrates port supervision, terminal operation, logistics and transportation and other resources to deepens port business collaboration. Meanwhile, through the online business and electronic documents, it enhances the port digitalization and intellectualization, reduces carbon emissions, simplifies the operation process, and promotes the construction of zero-carbon ports.

The specific mode and operating effect of Qingdao-Port. Net 2.0 Platform depends on the actual situation after its launch, and the extent of its impact on the Company's operation is yet predictable. The shareholders of the Company and potential investors are advised to exercise with caution when dealing in the shares and securities of the Company.