BYD's First 7,000-Car Dual-Fuel Vehicle Carrier Ship
CargoesPi shipping news: 8 January, 2025
On January 7, 2025, Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI) successfully named and delivered the first 7,000-car dual-fuel vehicle carrier ship, "BYD HEFEI", built for BYD.
This groundbreaking ship exemplifies GSI's commitment to innovation, marking a milestone in green and efficient maritime transportation for China's automotive industry.
A Green and Intelligent Maritime Solution
The BYD 7,000-car dual-fuel vehicle carrier is the "Green Low-Carbon Upgrade 2.0" version of GSI's car carrier series.
Key Specifications:
- Length: 199.9 meters
- Width: 38 meters
- Design Draft: 9 meters
- Design Speed: 18.5 knots
- Propulsion: LNG dual-fuel system
- Technological Features: Permanent magnet shaft generator, energy-saving devices, anti-fouling coatings
Enhancing China's Automotive Export Capability
The series includes two ships to be built by GSI for BYD, one of China's leading automotive manufacturers. These vessels will significantly enhance China's capacity to export domestically produced vehicles.
The partnership between GSI and BYD demonstrates the synergy between a global leader in shipbuilding and a trailblazer in automotive innovation.
GSI: A Global Leader in Vehicle Carrier Manufacturing
GSI has established itself as a global leader in the vehicle carrier market, with nearly 40 orders for such ships.
Achievements:
- Delivered 12 LNG dual-fuel 7,000-car carriers by the end of 2024, providing a combined capacity of 84,000 car spaces.
- Delivered most ships ahead of schedule, accumulating over 1,000 days of early deliveries.
- The "BYD HEFEI" was delivered over 80 days ahead of its contractual schedule.
BYD: Leading the Global NEV Market
BYD remains a pioneer in the New Energy Vehicle (NEV) market. In 2024, BYD sold over 4.27 million NEVs, securing its position as:
- China's top-selling automaker.
- The leading brand in the Chinese automotive market.
- The global NEV sales champion.
The "BYD HEFEI" will further empower Chinese automotive brands to expand into international markets, symbolizing a new era of robust global trade.