Reviving Zheng He’s Flagship: Fu Ning’s Epic Voyage
The Fu Ning, a full-scale replica of a Ming-era vessel, sailed from the Chinese mainland’s southeastern coast to Southeast Asia, reviving shipbuilding skills and the Maritime Silk Road spirit.
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China’s Tongjun Super Dredger Completes Sea Trials in Yellow Sea
China’s first domestically designed super dredger ‘Tongjun’ completed sea trials in the Yellow Sea on November 25, ranking as Asia’s largest and world’s second-largest vessel.
China and U.S. Hit Pause on Shipbuilding Measures for Fair Competition
China and the United States suspend shipbuilding measures for one year, aiming to boost fair competition, stabilize economic ties and support the global economy.
Xu Lu Revives Zheng He’s Treasure Ship at Yuegang Port
Xu Lu returns to Yuegang Port in 2025 to rebuild a Ming treasure ship, retracing Zheng He’s voyages across the Taiwan Strait and reviving maritime heritage.
Chinese Mainland Opposes U.S. Section 301 Curbs on Maritime, Logistics & Shipbuilding
The Chinese mainland’s Ministry of Commerce rejects U.S. Section 301 restrictions on maritime, logistics and shipbuilding, warning of far-reaching effects on global trade.
Section 301 Fees Spotlight US Shipbuilding Decline
New Section 301 fees on Chinese-owned vessels highlight the US’s decades-long industrial policy gaps that led to its near-vanished shipbuilding capacity.
Chinese Mainland Probes U.S. Section 301 Impact on Shipping & Shipbuilding
The Chinese mainland’s Ministry of Transport launches a probe into the U.S. Section 301 investigation’s impact on shipping, shipbuilding and supply chains.
China State Shipbuilding Merger Creates World’s Top Listed Shipbuilder
China’s top two shipbuilders merge to form a 400bn yuan powerhouse, marking the largest absorption-type deal in the Chinese mainland’s A-share market and a new wave of SOE consolidation.
Homegrown Cruise Ship Adora Flora City Powers Up Main Generator
China’s second domestically-built cruise ship, Adora Flora City, powered up its first main generator on Tuesday, marking a key construction milestone and kicking off the verification phase.
Rebuilding Zheng He’s Ming Treasure Ship in Taiwan
Artisan Xu Lu rebuilds a replica of Zheng He’s Ming Dynasty treasure ship at Yuegang Port, reviving ancient maritime craft and green innovation.