Advanced accumulation of "great power heavy equipment" new momentum.

On June 9, the world's largest 271,000 cubic meter LNG transport ship officially started construction at Hudong Zhonghua, a subsidiary of China Shipbuilding Corporation. This 344-meter-long "sea giant" will achieve comprehensive iterative upgrades in cargo capacity, energy efficiency, environmental protection, and navigation safety, marking a milestone in the high-end development of China's shipbuilding industry. LNG transport ships, along with aircraft carriers and large cruise ships, are known as the "three pearls" on the crown of the world shipbuilding industry, and only a few countries have the capability to build them. The welding technology for LNG ships, known as the "most difficult welding technology in history", is crucial for their construction. Behind mastering this technology is a complete industrial chain, talent support, and relentless pursuit of technological innovation. The start of construction of this giant ship is a crucial step in the green and intelligent transformation of China's shipbuilding industry. It is reported that the related technologies of this giant ship can effectively reduce storage and transportation losses, providing a "Chinese solution" for energy saving and emission reduction.