BYD third ro-ro ship "BYD HEFEI" delivery
On January 7, 2025, another member of BYD's "sea fleet" was added, and the third ro-ro (car carrier, PCTC) "BYD HEFEI" vessel named after the Hefei factory was successfully delivered and set sail, which attracted the attention of people from all walks of life such as the government, the business community and the media.
The 199.9-meter-long, 38-meter-wide clean energy ro-ro ship, with 7,000 standard parking Spaces, applies the latest LNG dual-fuel clean power technology, carbon dioxide emissions will be reduced by 30%, to meet the needs of multiple routes. This marks another solid step for BYD in expanding its international logistics and transportation capabilities, which is of great significance for the in-depth implementation of BYD's globalization strategy.
In 2024, BYD sold 4,272,145 new energy vehicles, ranking first in the Chinese auto market, champion in the Chinese auto market brand sales and champion in the global new energy vehicle market.
Up to now, BYD new energy vehicles have entered 100 countries and regions around the world, and many independent brands have entered the vision of global users. The smooth sailing of BYD HEFEI, the third Ro-Ro vessel, is not only an important milestone in BYD's own development, but also a key event in the internationalization process of China's auto industry, providing new impetus for Chinese auto brands to go global.
In the wave of green change in the global automotive industry, BYD will continue to bring consumers more excellent green travel choices with leading technology and diversified products, and help "cool the earth by 1°C".
According to Clarkson data show that in addition to the two ships in Guangzhou Shipbuilding International orders, BYD has also ordered another four 9200CEU car carriers in two shipyards under China Merchants Industry.
At the site of the ship delivery ceremony, Captain Zhao Yong, executive director of Intercontinental Shipping Group and president of Ship Management Group, said to Xinde Maritime Network: "In the BYD PCTC project, Intercontinental Shipping participated in the whole process of ship supervision, technical support and provided a full set of subsequent ship management and crew management. From project launch to delivery, we have assembled an experienced team of professionals to work closely with GF International to ensure the delivery of the vessel on time and with high quality. As the world's leading new energy vehicle company, BYD has put forward higher requirements for the autonomy and controllability of logistics transportation. With its deep accumulation in the field of automobile transport vessels, Intercontinental Shipping has tailored a set of management and operation solutions for BYD to ensure that its new energy vehicles can safely and efficiently sail to the global market. This cooperation is not only a business fit, but also an important practice to promote the deep integration of Chinese manufacturing and Chinese shipping."
Zhao Yong further said: "As one of the world's leading ship management companies, Intercontinental Shipping has always been committed to promoting the development of 'national car, national transport' and helping Chinese auto brands to go global. We have extensive experience in ship supervision, management and crew allocation, and we are honored to participate in the supervision and subsequent management of BYD PCTC. This is not only a recognition of Intercontinental shipping's professional capabilities, but also an important step in promoting the autonomous and controllable supply chain of China's automotive industry."
The 199.9-meter-long, 38-meter-wide clean energy ro-ro ship, with 7,000 standard parking Spaces, applies the latest LNG dual-fuel clean power technology, carbon dioxide emissions will be reduced by 30%, to meet the needs of multiple routes. This marks another solid step for BYD in expanding its international logistics and transportation capabilities, which is of great significance for the in-depth implementation of BYD's globalization strategy.
In 2024, BYD sold 4,272,145 new energy vehicles, ranking first in the Chinese auto market, champion in the Chinese auto market brand sales and champion in the global new energy vehicle market.
Up to now, BYD new energy vehicles have entered 100 countries and regions around the world, and many independent brands have entered the vision of global users. The smooth sailing of BYD HEFEI, the third Ro-Ro vessel, is not only an important milestone in BYD's own development, but also a key event in the internationalization process of China's auto industry, providing new impetus for Chinese auto brands to go global.
In the wave of green change in the global automotive industry, BYD will continue to bring consumers more excellent green travel choices with leading technology and diversified products, and help "cool the earth by 1°C".
According to Clarkson data show that in addition to the two ships in Guangzhou Shipbuilding International orders, BYD has also ordered another four 9200CEU car carriers in two shipyards under China Merchants Industry.
At the site of the ship delivery ceremony, Captain Zhao Yong, executive director of Intercontinental Shipping Group and president of Ship Management Group, said to Xinde Maritime Network: "In the BYD PCTC project, Intercontinental Shipping participated in the whole process of ship supervision, technical support and provided a full set of subsequent ship management and crew management. From project launch to delivery, we have assembled an experienced team of professionals to work closely with GF International to ensure the delivery of the vessel on time and with high quality. As the world's leading new energy vehicle company, BYD has put forward higher requirements for the autonomy and controllability of logistics transportation. With its deep accumulation in the field of automobile transport vessels, Intercontinental Shipping has tailored a set of management and operation solutions for BYD to ensure that its new energy vehicles can safely and efficiently sail to the global market. This cooperation is not only a business fit, but also an important practice to promote the deep integration of Chinese manufacturing and Chinese shipping."
Zhao Yong further said: "As one of the world's leading ship management companies, Intercontinental Shipping has always been committed to promoting the development of 'national car, national transport' and helping Chinese auto brands to go global. We have extensive experience in ship supervision, management and crew allocation, and we are honored to participate in the supervision and subsequent management of BYD PCTC. This is not only a recognition of Intercontinental shipping's professional capabilities, but also an important step in promoting the autonomous and controllable supply chain of China's automotive industry."
