GOING FORWARD Recognising the urgent need for decisive action on climate change, the Trust will incorporate potential environmental impacts and climate-related risks and opportunities into its strategic planning and decision-making processes. HPH Trust will uphold its commitment to preserving the natural environment and bolstering climate resilience across its operations. With the confidence to meet its target of a 30% reduction in emissions intensity compared to the 2021 baseline – ahead of the 2030 timeline, HPH Trust is now redefining the next set of targets to advance its strategic vision for a low carbon future. At the same time, the Trust will continue to monitor its key performance indicators and advance the development of greener ports. Furthermore, the Trust will safeguard local biodiversity through regular oil spill prevention exercises and other conservation efforts. ANNUAL REPORT 2025 55 SUSTAINABILITY REPORT In 2025, there were zero complaints from nearby residents about local pollution, including nuisances, noise, continuous lighting, or concerns about landscape aesthetics. In the coming years, HPH Trust aims to maintain zero complaints. CASE STUDY: HIT – Visiting Mai Po Nature Reserve In May 2025, employees from HIT visited Hong Kong’s “Bird Paradise”, Mai Po Nature Reserve. Guided by a nature interpreter, the activity explored the ecologically diverse wetland habitats of gei wai (tidal shrimp ponds), mangroves, and intertidal mudflats, highlighting their significance to wildlife such as waterbirds. This experience enriched employees’ understanding of the local natural environment and sparked their interest in nature preservation. To raise staff awareness and interest in nature conservation, a second visit to the reserve took place in October 2025. EAST PORT BIODIVERSITY AND COMMUNITY ASSESSMENTS In June 2021, Hutchison Ports Yantian Limited signed a joint venture agreement with Shenzhen Port Group Company Limited to expand YANTIAN’s capacity by launching the development of East Port Phase I, a 120-hectare automated greenfield terminal featuring three container berths. In alignment with the primary objectives set by the Shenzhen government and YANTIAN, comprehensive assessments were conducted in 2022 to evaluate the development’s potential impacts on biodiversity and the surrounding community. The biodiversity assessment examined marine and terrestrial ecosystems, impacts on local flora and fauna, and measures to mitigate air, noise, and waste pollution. Meanwhile, the community assessment addressed various social, economic, and environmental topics. Public consultations were held as part of these assessments to gather stakeholder feedback and ensure transparency throughout the process. Following these efforts, the project received official environmental impact assessment and project approval from the Shenzhen Municipal Ecology and Environment Bureau, as well as the Shenzhen Municipal Development and Reform Commission. Building on the outcomes of these assessments and approvals, YANTIAN has made steady progress in advancing the development of East Port Phase I. In December 2025, the land reclamation works at the southeast section of the project were successfully completed, meeting all required environmental protection standards. Preparations are now underway to finalise the environmental approval process for the terminal construction, which is expected to be completed by May 2026. Throughout the project, YANTIAN remains dedicated to minimising environmental and community impacts while implementing sustainable practices to ensure responsible management as operations begin.
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