CNOOC(SH:600938) Zhong Guo Neng Yuan Wang·2025-11-06 03:57Core Insights - The world's largest LNG bunkering vessel, "Haiyang Shiyou 301," has successfully bunkered approximately 1,400 tons of bonded LNG for the international vessel "MSC THAIS" at the Nansha Port in Guangzhou, marking Guangzhou as the first city in South China to have both "anchorage + terminal" bonded LNG bunkering capabilities [1][5] - The demand for LNG-fueled vessels is expected to exceed 16 million tons globally by 2030, driven by the need to reduce ship emissions and the importance of safe and convenient fuel supply for long-haul international shipping [3][5] - China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC), as China's largest and the world's second-largest LNG importer, has supplied nearly 70,000 tons of bonded LNG for international vessels in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area this year, marking a significant milestone in Guangzhou's LNG bunkering capabilities [5][7] Industry Developments - The Nansha Port in Guangzhou is projected to surpass a container throughput of 20 million TEUs in 2024, indicating a growing demand for LNG bunkering services for international vessels [7] - The upgrade of CNOOC's bunkering capabilities complements existing services at Lantau Island and Sanmen Island, enhancing Guangzhou Port's comprehensive service system to meet the increasing demand for LNG-powered vessels in South China [7] - CNOOC aims to support the green and low-carbon transformation of the shipping industry while leveraging its full industry chain advantages to contribute to the enhancement of China's port service capabilities and the construction of a maritime power [7]