To develop China's maritime transport sector, we must strive to make it bigger, smarter and greener, says Li Ying, a member of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), China's top political advisory body, during a group interview ahead of the opening meeting of the fourth session of the 14th CPPCC National Committee at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, on March 4. Li is also a Professor with Navigation College of Dalian Maritime University (in northeast China's Liaoning Province).
In terms of bigger, China already has the world's largest maritime fleet. China has developed its first homegrown large cruise ship, the Adora Magic City. This achievement means China has achieved comprehensive breakthroughs in all three major types of high-end vessels: Aircraft carriers, large LNG (liquefied natural gas) carriers, and large cruise ships, Li says.
In terms of smarter, China is working to advance the intelligent upgrading of navigation support systems. By deploying sensing equipment and collaborative management systems, ships are equipped with "eyes" and a "brain" to enhance navigation efficiency and safety, Li says.
In terms of greener, China is accelerating development of green ports and green vessels. Eight pilot ports, with the aim of achieving near-zero carbon emissions, including Tianjin Port (in north China) and Qingdao Port (in east China), have transitioned from traditional diesel-powered operations to green electricity-driven systems. Additionally, China has secured 70 percent of total international orders for green vessels, Li adds.
Photo by Zhang Jiamin
(Source: Women of China)
Editor: Lei Yang
