YB Investment Conducts Traditional Blessing Ceremony at MaxiHub Port Ahead of Port Operation Agreement

On the 14th day of the first lunar month (January 14th – Lunar Calendar), corresponding to March 2, 2026, YB Investment conducted a traditional blessing and incense-offering ceremony at MaxiHub Port, as part of the preparatory activities prior to the signing of the Port Operation and Management Agreement with MaxiHub.

The ceremony was held in a solemn and respectful manner at the port site, in full compliance with safety and operational regulations. This activity reflects YB Investment’s respect for maritime traditions while demonstrating its readiness to commence port operation activities in a professional and sustainable manner.

YB Investment leaders perform the incense-lighting ritual.

A Long-Standing Maritime Tradition

In the maritime and inland waterway logistics sector, conducting a blessing ceremony before commencing or taking over port operations is a long-standing tradition. The ceremony symbolizes respect for:

• The Ancestors of the Maritime Profession

• Heaven and Earth Deities

• The River and Waterway Guardians, believed to oversee navigation routes and waterways

Through this tradition, YB Investment expresses its aspiration for safe, smooth, and efficient operations, wishing for a year of peace, stability, and operational success, in the spirit of “Fair winds and smooth seas”.

An Important Milestone Ahead of Port Operation

The ceremony at MaxiHub Port represents a symbolic yet meaningful step, marking YB Investment’s formal preparation to enter the phase of port exploitation and operational management under the cooperation framework agreed between the two parties.

MaxiHub Port is oriented as a specialized port, serving:

• Logistics and distribution of oil, lubricants, and related petroleum products

• Inland waterway transportation of industrial cargo

• Supply chain connectivity for the Southeast region through a strategic river route

YB Investment is committed to operating the port in accordance with strict safety, technical, and governance standards, while maximizing the advantages of inland waterway infrastructure to support sustainable logistics development.

Honoring Tradition While Advancing Sustainable Development

Through this activity, YB Investment reaffirms its respect for traditional maritime values alongside its long-term vision for modern port operations. The ceremony also signifies the company’s responsibility, thorough preparation, and determination to build a long-term, reliable partnership in the development and operation of strategic logistics infrastructure.

This occasion marks the beginning of a new phase of cooperation, aiming toward safe, efficient, and sustainable port operations, contributing positively to the growth of Vietnam’s logistics, industrial, and energy sectors.

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