🚢 A Green Maritime Marvel!
China just dropped a massive eco-friendly bombshell in Shanghai: the world's largest methanol-powered dual fuel engine! Developed by the China State Shipbuilding Corporation, this 1,953-ton beast packs a punch with 64,500 kilowatts of power—enough to light up a small city. 🌆⚡ Nicknamed the 'giant heart' of future ships, it’s set to power a 16,000 TEU container vessel soon. Think of it as the Iron Man arc reactor of the seas—sleek, sustainable, and seriously powerful!
🌱 Sailing Toward Sustainability
As the shipping industry races to cut emissions, this engine is China’s answer to greener oceans. Methanol, a cleaner alternative to traditional fuels, slashes CO2 emissions by up to 15% and reduces sulfur and nitrogen oxide pollution. 🌍✨ With global demand for eco-friendly transport rising, this innovation could redefine how goods move across oceans—without costing the Earth.
'This isn’t just tech—it’s a commitment to our planet,' says a project lead. Expect more green giants to hit the waves soon! 🚀
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China unveils world's largest methanol-powered dual fuel engine
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