The No. 3 hybrid-powered chemical tanker of 22,000 tons from Wuhu Shipyard returns triumphantly after its sea trial.

On December 22, the No. 3 hybrid-powered chemical tanker (ship No. 22003), built by Wuhu Shipyard and with a capacity of 22,000 tons, successfully docked despite the severe challenges posed by the cold wave. It completed all its sea trial programs one day ahead of schedule, marking the successful conclusion of the 16-day trial voyage. With an inspiring spirit of "confronting the cold wave, accelerating progress, and ensuring quality," the trial team united their efforts, worked in close collaboration, and achieved this remarkable early completion, demonstrating their strong capability to take on tough challenges and deliver outstanding results.

The entire sea trial for Vessel 22003 lasted only six days in actual sea testing, during which the vessel encountered roughly four days of adverse weather conditions throughout the entire voyage. The trial voyage was officially launched on December 7 with a ship’s horn, followed by refueling with natural gas to fully prepare for the integrated oil-and-gas test. On December 9, the fleet successfully navigated under the Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge as planned and efficiently completed the reinstallation of key equipment such as the radar mast. Subsequently, from December 11 to 13, the fleet faced the challenge of three consecutive days of navigation restrictions due to a sudden cold front. Faced with the severe weather-induced navigation delays, the trial team responded calmly and strategically: while maintaining a scientific standby position at the anchorage, they raced against time to push forward all inspection and reporting procedures, thereby making up for the lost schedule.

On December 14, the vessel set sail again for the trial navigation area and officially began various performance tests on the 15th. Thanks to thorough preparations made in advance, key tests such as the "sea-water immersion test" were conducted concurrently, thereby saving valuable time.

On December 20, the trial voyage was fully successful. On the return journey, however, strong winds struck again. The team promptly decided to drop anchor and seek shelter from the storm, rigorously adhering to operational procedures to ensure safety. Ultimately, the fleet successfully docked on the 22nd, completing the trial voyage one day ahead of schedule and delivering an outstanding performance that defied adverse conditions.

The successful completion of this trial voyage has accumulated valuable experience for future trial-voyage missions. Given the unique characteristics of the trial-voyage area, ensuring reliable communications has become a critical component. In subsequent trial voyages, vessels will proactively develop emergency communication plans, closely monitor weather changes, and dynamically optimize their navigation schedules, thereby scientifically coordinating efforts to safeguard navigational safety.

Currently, the project has fully transitioned into the delivery preparation phase. The team will stay firmly focused on its goals, seize the momentum, and strive with an attitude of continuous improvement to reach the final milestone, ensuring that the vessel is delivered to the highest standards and with the highest quality.