18 February 2008 – The groundbreaking ceremony of Nantong Yangkou Port Commercial Centre was held at Yangkou Port Economic Development Zone. Officiating guests included provincial governor Mr. Zhou Jianfei, Mr. Shen Gengsheng, former leaders from the development zone and Changsha City, contractors and project managers.

Nantong Yangkou Port Commercial Centre is located at the center of the Yangkou Port Economic Development Zone. The project site area is approximately 37.8 acres with the building covering a gross floor area of 32,195sq m. Estimated investment amounts to 120 million Renminbi. Upon completion, the building will house the administrative and service offices of the Yangkou Port Economic Development Zone and will be one of the symbolic structures of the Yangkou City.