Published：Jun 13, 03:28Last updated：Jun 25, 00:24

China's Shipbuilding and Energy Tech Surge

Jun. 13, 2026 03:28

From January to April, China exported 1.384 million new energy vehicles, a 120% increase year-on-year. On June 12, the world's largest LNG dual-fuel roll-on/roll-off ship, the Groves Lighthouse, loaded over 8,000 new energy vehicles from Shenshan Xiaomo International Logistics Port, setting a new record for single-ship exports. The ship, previously loaded with 4,000 vehicles in Shanghai, now carries a total of 8,000 vehicles. The ship, measuring 230 meters long and 40 meters wide, can hold up to 10,800 vehicles, doubling the capacity of ordinary roll-on/roll-off ships. New energy vehicles are becoming a new driver of China's export growth.

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China's shipbuilding and renewable energy sectors are achieving record-breaking milestones, with the Groves Lighthouse setting new export records and domestic steel production supporting booming shipyard operations. The country has also completed its largest integrated photovoltaic-hydrogen-storage project, signaling advancements across multiple high-tech industries. CCTV+2

🚢 Record-Breaking Ship Exports

The Groves Lighthouse, the world's largest LNG dual-fuel roll-on/roll-off ship, loaded over 8,000 new energy vehicles from Shenshan Xiaomo International Logistics Port, doubling its previous capacity. Measuring 230 meters long, the vessel can hold up to 10,800 vehicles, showcasing China's growing dominance in automotive exports and specialized shipbuilding. CCTV+1

🔩 Steel Industry Transformation

Nantong's shipyards and steel plants are operating at full capacity to meet demand through 2030, with high-strength crack-resistant steel achieving 100% localization. This domestically produced steel now meets global standards, enabling construction of advanced vessels like VLCCs and large container ships that require ultra-thin plates. China.org+2

☀️ Renewable Energy Milestones

In Rudong, Jiangsu, China completed its largest photovoltaic-hydrogen-storage integrated project, featuring 7.9-meter-high photovoltaic panels designed for extreme weather. Simultaneously, construction began on the world's largest LNG carrier (271,000 cubic meters), reinforcing China's leadership in both renewable energy and gas transport technologies. China.org+2

🌊 Polar Exploration Advances

The polar research vessel Xue Long completed a 33-day maintenance period at Jiangnan Shipyard, preparing for upcoming Arctic missions. Sister ship Xue Long 2 is in final maintenance stages, highlighting China's expanding capabilities in deep-sea and polar research operations. China.org+2

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Reporting emphasizes China's industrial achievements and technological advancements in shipbuilding, new energy vehicles, and renewable energy projects.