{"id":165070,"date":"2025-08-24T20:22:36","date_gmt":"2025-08-24T20:22:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/the-ship-launched-with-three-funnels-in-china\/"},"modified":"2025-08-24T20:22:38","modified_gmt":"2025-08-24T20:22:38","slug":"the-ship-launched-with-three-funnels-in-china","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/the-ship-launched-with-three-funnels-in-china\/","title":{"rendered":"The ship launched with three funnels in China."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The world has engaged in the \u00a0electrification\u00a0 of the transport network. It is a vital part of the \u00a0emission reduction\u00a0 plan, and although cars play an important role, there is a sector that cannot be overlooked: that of \u00a0ships\u00a0. The majority of global trade moves over oceans, and we have witnessed forward-thinking projects such as the \u00a0Yara Birkeland\u00a0 and the \u00a0Ferris ship\u00a0 aimed at connecting ports. Maritime electrification is \u00a0especially vital\u00a0 in China.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 1 --> <\/p>\n<p>Decarbonizing is a fundamental part of China&#8217;s short-term strategies. Although we have been seeing results for years, these efforts have been insufficient. As the country that leads globally in battery production and automobile electrification, \u00a0taking on maritime transport was the next logical step\u00a0. China has multiple projects underway, with one of the most notable being the first \u00a0fully electric cleaning ship\u00a0.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 2 --><\/p>\n<p>This innovative vessel is owned by the \u00a0China Three Gorges Corporation\u00a0, which manages the massive \u00a0Three Gorges Dam\u00a0 and also undertakes renewable technology research. The ship is designed for a \u00a0dual mission\u00a0: to clean floating waste from rivers and to serve as a transport ship along the Yangtze River during flood seasons. <a rel=\"noopener, noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ctg.com.cn\/ctgenglish\/news_media\/news37\/2025022413371227896\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more about this initiative.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 3 -->  <\/p>\n<div class=\"article-asset article-asset-normal article-asset-center\">\n<div class=\"desvio-container\">\n<div class=\"desvio\">\n<div class=\"desvio-figure js-desvio-figure\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Some standout characteristics of this ship include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Length: 82 meters.<\/li>\n<li>Batteries: 4,000 kWh, providing a speed of 18 km\/h.<\/li>\n<li>Autonomy: 150 kilometers per charge.<\/li>\n<li>Estimated annual savings: 253.4 tons of diesel.<\/li>\n<li>Projected CO\u2082 emissions reduction: 842.4 tons annually, totaling 25,300 tons over its lifespan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"article-asset-image article-asset-normal article-asset-center\">\n<div class=\"asset-content\">\n   <img class=\"centro_sinmarco\" height=\"632\" width=\"1252\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  fetchpriority=\"high\"  src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/The-ship-launched-with-three-funnels-in-China.png\" alt=\"Electric Cleaning Ship\"\/><br \/>\n   <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Electric Cleaning Ship\" class=\"centro_sinmarco\" src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/The-ship-launched-with-three-funnels-in-China.png\"\/>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>China Three Gorges Corporation (CTG) <a rel=\"noopener, noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/gorgeousyichang.com\/content-63111-3602-1.html\" target=\"_blank\">estimates<\/a> a useful life of 20 years for this electric cleaning ship. In addition to substantial emission savings, the ship is expected to save \u00a020 million yuan annually\u00a0 (approximately 2.8 million dollars) in fuel costs. Following its launch in December last year and a successful inaugural trip, it is now set to fulfill its essential mission.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 4 --><\/p>\n<h2>China Embraces Maritime Electrification<\/h2>\n<p>Beyond just the cleaning ship, China&#8217;s ambitions include a broader initiative, where transport policies aim to yield results in the short term. In these efforts, aside from providing \u00a0incentives\u00a0 for shipyards and companies adopting these technologies, there has been an overhaul of \u00a0recharging infrastructure\u00a0 in strategic ports.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 5 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"article-asset article-asset-normal article-asset-center\">\n<div class=\"desvio-container\">\n<div class=\"desvio\">\n<div class=\"desvio-figure js-desvio-figure\">\n     <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Electric Ferry\" width=\"375\" height=\"142\" src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1756066956_724_The-ship-launched-with-three-funnels-in-China.jpeg\"\/>\n   <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Two critical factors are at play: First, the batteries must provide extended \u00a0operating time at sea\u00a0; second, ports need the capability to \u00a0rapidly recharge\u00a0 these batteries while the ships are undergoing maintenance.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 6 --> <\/p>\n<p>The result of this strategy has led to upcoming projects like two electric vessels, expected to begin service next year. These ships, measuring about 130 meters, can carry between 10,000 to 13,000 tons and feature an autonomy of around 500 kilometers, enabling efficient routes along China\u2019s port roads. <\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 7 --><\/p>\n<p>Moreover, enhancing connections between major ports is another focus of China\u2019s electrification efforts. \u00a0Container vessels\u00a0 will be equipped with up to \u00a0ten batteries\u00a0 with a combined power of 1,900 kW.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 8 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"article-asset-image article-asset-normal article-asset-center\">\n<div class=\"asset-content\">\n<div class=\"caption-img \">\n     <img class=\"centro_sinmarco\" height=\"473\" width=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  fetchpriority=\"high\"  src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1756066956_854_The-ship-launched-with-three-funnels-in-China.png\" alt=\"Yujian 77\"\/><br \/>\n     <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Yujian 77\" class=\"centro_sinmarco\" src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1756066956_854_The-ship-launched-with-three-funnels-in-China.png\"\/><br \/>\n     <span>Yujian 77<\/span>\n   <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Recent weeks have seen the launch of the \u00a0Yujian 77\u00a0, the first entirely electric passenger ship in China. Spanning 49 meters, it can accommodate \u00a0358 passengers\u00a0 and is intended for tourist routes in coastal areas.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 9 --><\/p>\n<p>Looking ahead, China is also developing the \u00a0Future\u00a0, an advanced research ship aimed at studying the oceans and testing \u00a0green technologies\u00a0. This vessel will be 110.8 meters long, capable of housing 80 crew members and is designed to operate for 60 consecutive days on electric power alone.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 10 --> <\/p>\n<p>While China&#8217;s significant entrance into the electric ship market emphasizes its maritime importance, the global maritime industry also advances in this direction. Nearby, the Norwegian \u00a0Viking Line\u00a0 has introduced the world&#8217;s largest electric ferry, a robust 200-meter vessel capable of transporting 650 cars.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 11 --><\/p>\n<p>The maritime sector is keen to move forward and is not waiting for the advent of solid-state batteries. It will be interesting to see how this technology evolves and if it can accommodate much larger vessels, such as grand cruise ships and other substantial maritime crafts.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 12 --><\/p>\n<p>Images | <a rel=\"noopener, noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Gorge0usYichang\" target=\"_blank\">Gorgeous Yichang<\/a> (<a rel=\"noopener, noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/watch\/?v=1048282093724002\" target=\"_blank\">2<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>In summary, as the shift toward electrification continues, both China and other countries are making significant strides in creating a more sustainable maritime industry, setting the stage for a cleaner and greener future at sea.<\/p>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/category\/general\/\" rel=\"dofollow\">General News &#8211; 2<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The world has engaged in the \u00a0electrification\u00a0 of the transport network. 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