Move over, Titanic—there's a new giant in town! 🇨🇳 China's Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding just delivered the CMA CGM SEINE, a 24,000-TEU behemoth that’s redefining sustainable shipping. Stretching 399 meters (that’s 4 soccer fields combined! ⚽🏟️), this LNG-powered colossus is like the ‘Tesla of the Seas’ for French shipping giant CMA CGM.
Why does this matter? 🌱 This dual-fuel vessel slashes CO₂ emissions by 20% and nitrogen oxides by 85% compared to traditional ships. It can sail 20,000 nautical miles on LNG—enough to circle the Earth’s waistline 3 times! 🌍✨ Perfect for its first voyage on April 18, connecting the Far East and Europe.
- ⚡ Carries 23,876 containers (including 2,200 refrigerated units)
- 🔥 Switches between LNG and oil like your phone swaps Wi-Fi and data
- 🤝 17th vessel delivered to CMA CGM by Hudong-Zhonghua
Fun fact: Building this eco-warrior required precision worthy of a Marvel movie—every weld and bolt supports its 220,000-tonne cargo capacity. 💪📦
This launch isn’t just a win for climate goals; it’s a green blueprint for global trade. Next stop? A cleaner future for shipping!
Reference(s):
Chinese shipbuilder delivers 24,000-TEU LNG dual-fuel container ship
cgtn.com