China launches world's biggest car ship with 7,000 vehicles to Europe
China has launched the world’s largest car carrier, sending it on its first journey to Europe loaded with around 7,000 vehicles.
The ship, named Anji Ansheng, left the port of Shanghai on the evening of May 15.
The vessel was built in China and can carry up to 9,500 cars.
It is now the biggest of its kind, just weeks after another Chinese ship, BYD Shenzhen, held the same title.
The rapid change shows how fast China's manufacturing industry is growing, especially in advanced and high-end production.
Experts say this also highlights the strength of China’s export trade, even as global conditions remain uncertain.
Anji Ansheng is 228 metres long and nearly 38 metres wide.
It was built by SAIC Anji Logistics, part of the state-owned carmaker SAIC Motor.
The ship is fitted with advanced technology to save energy and reduce carbon emissions. It also has the ability to run on methanol fuel, which could help it meet future climate goals.
