On February 3rd, a critical maritime rescue operation unfolded in the waters off Qingdao, racing against time. Near the anchorage of Chaolian Island, a crew member aboard a cargo ship suddenly fell critically ill and lost consciousness, requiring urgent medical evacuation. Upon receiving the emergency directive, the "Xin Gui Bin" tugboat from Shandong Port Qingdao Port Tug Company immediately proceeded to the target area, swiftly transferring the patient ashore for medical treatment, thereby forging a vital "lifesaving corridor" through challenging waves.

The operation commenced with an order received at 15:00, leading to an urgent departure at 15:30. By 16:00, the ship's agent and medical personnel had boarded the vessel heading for the designated transfer point. They arrived on-site and safely evacuated the ill crew member by 16:52, ultimately achieving safe berthing and hospital transfer by 19:45. Throughout this nearly five-hour maritime rescue, every minute was dedicated to safeguarding a life. Treating the emergency as a command and speed as hope, the "Xin Gui Bin" crew promptly established a rescue team upon departure, activating the maritime emergency response protocol. They efficiently reported the situation and coordinated shore-based support, including ambulance services and dock guidance, ensuring seamless information flow and integration throughout the rescue chain.

At the target location, the crew conducted a thorough assessment of the sea conditions, implementing meticulous measures and utilizing the ship's crane to execute a secure and stable transfer of the patient. During the return voyage, the "Xin Gui Bin" proceeded at full speed, continuously updating its position and estimated time of arrival. This enabled flawless coordination with the Huangdao Immigration Border Inspection Station and medical personnel, securing the most critical time window for urgent onshore medical intervention.

Each urgent rescue mission conveys the port's profound commitment to protecting life, reflecting the professional dedication and sense of responsibility inherent in every port worker. Shandong Port Qingdao Port Tug Company is committed to intensifying its routine emergency drills, striving to fully ensure the safety of maritime traffic and human life in the Qingdao sea area. Through professionalism, courage, and steadfast responsibility, they continue to inscribe a compassionate "port report" across the vast blue waves.