洋浦打造链接全球航运“海上加油站”
Hai Nan Ri Bao·2025-11-20 01:27

Core Insights - Yangpu is accelerating its development as an international bonded fuel supply center, establishing itself as a crucial "maritime refueling station" linking global shipping [2][3] - Since the first transaction in 2021, Yangpu has provided bonded fuel to 2,481 vessels, totaling over 1.16 million tons [2] - The bonded fuel supply is a core function for building an international shipping center, offering significant cost savings for vessels, with fuel costs reduced by approximately 15% compared to regular fuel [2] Group 1 - The recent operation involved a Singaporean vessel receiving 775 tons of bonded fuel from the supply ship "Jiatai 799," highlighting the regularity of such operations [2] - Yangpu's outer anchorage can accommodate 200,000-ton vessels, with a 90% reduction in required documentation for international vessels, improving refueling efficiency by over 30% [2][3] - The port has opened 64 shipping routes, including 34 international and 30 domestic routes, enhancing the stability of the bonded fuel business [3] Group 2 - Yangpu has implemented innovative policies such as "immediate refueling" and "dual-use vessels," allowing for both bonded fuel supply and domestic short-distance transportation [3] - The Panama-flagged vessel "Grace Swan" saved approximately 640,000 yuan in costs from a single refueling at Yangpu, demonstrating the financial benefits for shipping companies [3] - The integration of services has expanded the operational scope to the Beibu Gulf, significantly increasing vessel utilization efficiency [3]