Intercont and Rockwell Automation Join Forces on ESG Initiative to Drive ‘Ocean+’ Business Model

HONG KONG, Oct. 08, 2024 — On September 11, 2024, Intercont (Cayman) and Rockwell Automation co-hosted a cooperation launch meeting in Shanghai, China. Rockwell, a global leader in industrial automation and informatization, is committed to leveraging its technology and expertise to help industrial companies and their employees improve productivity and efficiency.

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At the meeting, Ms. Muchun Zhu, CEO of Intercont, and Mr. Scott G, Global Vice President of Rockwell, engaged in a detailed discussion on corporate philosophies, reaching a shared understanding. Following this, Ms. Muchun Zhu and Mr. An Shi, President of Rockwell China, formally signed a strategic cooperation agreement, marking the official launch of the partnership.

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The conference aims to establish maritime shipping as a cornerstone, utilize ESG principles as a unifying framework, and collaboratively create a new business model called “Ocean+”. During the meeting, Intercont and Rockwell engaged in extensive discussions on various aspects including business models, cross-border innovation, and carbon emissions. In the future collaboration, Intercont will leverage Rockwell’s expertise in industrial automation, informatization, and digitalization to operate its marine pulping business as a model for cross-border commercialization. Intercont will also contribute to energy savings and emission reduction, promoting sustainable human development.

Through in-depth and open dialogue, both parties have formulated a preliminary ESG strategic cooperation plan during the meeting, aiming to enhance the influence of the pulp carrier project in terms of ESG and achieve Intercont’s long-term goal of a low-carbon future.

This collaboration represents a powerful alliance between the two companies in technology and business, reflecting their commitment to global sustainable development. As the cooperation deepens, both parties anticipate jointly creating a new era of maritime transportation that is greener, smarter, and more efficient.

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Contact information:
Please contact: investorrelations@intercontcayman.com

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