In the heart of New York City, the North American branch of the company was bustling with activity as evening descended upon the city that never sleeps. The vibrant city lights began to flicker to life outside, but inside the conference room, the day was far from over. Qin Zhou, an influential figure within the organization, sat alongside several high-level executives, deep in discussion.
The meeting had been in full swing for nearly two hours, and the time to draw it to a close was rapidly approaching. The agenda covered many vital matters, from the upcoming North American shipping conference to the company's ambitious expansion plans. As the transportation capacity chart projected an increase from 500,000 to 600,000 tons and 400,000 to 500,000 tons, a mixture of joy and pressure-filled the room.