China's largest all-electric bulk carrier launched in Central China
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Updated: 2025-10-24 09:30
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WUHAN -- China's biggest all-electric bulk carrier, named Gezhouba, was launched on Thursday in Yichang, Central China's Hubei province, marking a key milestone in the country's green and intelligent shipping sector.
The vessel, with a length of nearly 130 meters and a maximum load capacity of over 13,000 tonnes, is equipped with 12 lithium battery power units providing total energy capacity of 24,000 kWh.
Its developer said this vessel allows for rapid battery swapping and boasts a range of 500 kilometers.
